Can I buy in a 55+ community if I am under 55?
Most 55 plus communities in Arizona follow the Housing for Older Persons Act, which typically requires that at least one resident in the household be 55 or older and at least 80 percent of the occupied units have someone 55 or older. Some communities allow a younger spouse or partner, and age restrictions are set by the HOA governing documents, not a blanket rule. A few communities enforce stricter 55 and over requirements for all occupants. You will need to review the specific CC and Rs and HOA rules for each property you are considering.
More on hoas and master-planned communities
- How much are HOA fees in Phoenix and are they worth it?
- What is an HOA and what do the fees cover?
- How do I find out the HOA rules and read the CC&Rs before I buy?
- Can the HOA tell me what to do with my yard, paint color or parking?
- Are master-planned communities worth it in Arizona?
- How do I check an HOA's financials and reserves before buying?
Meet Jon Hegreness
Jon Hegreness
REALTOR / Associate Broker · Howe Realty
AZ License BR540940000
Full-time Phoenix North Valley REALTOR and Associate Broker with 24 years in Arizona residential real estate. A negotiator and problem solver who works the way you would want a friend in the business to work: direct, on your side, and steady through the parts that get complicated.