Phoenix is famous for being one of the top destinations in the United States for the game of golf. With over 200 golf courses to choose from in and around Phoenix, along with a myriad of fitness studios, luxury resorts and spas, new homebuyers looking to relocate to this golfer’s haven have the luxury of being discerning in terms of neighborhoods and locations. With so much rich golf history in Phoenix, great neighborhoods, and so many inviting golf communities, golfers will be sure to find the perfect place to call home.

Desert Ridge

The 5,700-acre master-planned community of Desert Ridge is situated in the Northeast Valley of Phoenix and is known for its fantastic housing opportunities, high-end dining and shopping, impressive trail systems and excellent golf. Its crowning jewel is the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa which is home to The Wildfire Golf Club and its 36 holes of championship golf, with lush, wide open desert fairways and sweeping mountain views. Here, one can also enjoy a day spa, expansive pool grounds, restaurants and bars and a conference center. Homebuyers have the choice of single-family, duplexes or condos, including new-construction homes, notable for their modern architecture. Prices for 2-bedroom homes begin in the mid-400’s and can soar to the mid-2Ms with more expansive, luxury resort-style houses and condos.

Biltmore Greens

Located in north central Phoenix, this highly sought-after guard-gated community of Biltmore Greens offers convenient upscale living. These gorgeous properties are notable for their Adobe and Mediterranean architecture and their numerous amenities, including xeriscaped private yards, patios perfect for entertaining and in-ground swimming pools. These residences are within walking distance from The Arizona Biltmore Golf Club, home to two premier golf courses, The Links and The Adobe, not to mention a world-class golf shop and everything golfers might need for a satisfying day on the green. The Biltmore Greens consists of 175 single-family homes ranging in size from 1,800 square feet to 3,800 square feet. Two to four bedroom houses range from $1M to $2.5M.

Moon Valley

In the northern part of Phoenix is a neighborhood comprising roughly 1,600 homes, divided amongst 29 separate subdivisions, called Moon Valley. Established in 1961, the neighborhood was built around the Moon Valley Country Club, a private country club that offers premiere golf for all levels in a relaxed and picturesque setting. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy an 18-hole championship golf course, a driving range and an 18-hole par-e golf course, replete with water hazards, fairways, and all-new bunkers to help you improve your game. Additionally, the club boasts a world-class aquatic center, a fitness center, tennis courts, a restaurant and bar and a pro shop. Homes in Moon Valley range roughly from $680K to $2M.

Biltmore Courts

This gated condo-community is a perfect match for golfers and working professionals alike. Built 50 years after the nearby Biltmore Resort opened, in an architectural style that echoes Frank Lloyd Wright, this community offers 96 one-to-two story contemporary condo or townhome style units. The square footage of these units ranges from 1,180-2,200 square feet with options of 2-3 bedrooms and 2-2.5 bathrooms and a median sold price of $675K. Floor-to-ceiling glass walls allow for nature to spill unadulterated into these dwellings, characterized by exposed block exteriors, high ceilings, and updated modern kitchens. The amenities at Biltmore Courts are abundant, from golf to tennis courts, a fitness center, clubhouse and a community pool. South facing units have views of the adjacent Arizona Biltmore Links Golf Course.

Anasazi Village Condos

Located in the heart of Phoenix, Anasazi Village Condos is a gated residential community surrounded by mature trees, shady walking paths and stunning panoramic mountain views. The amenities of this 22 acre desert paradise are bountiful, beginning with its 5 pools and spas, all the way to a billiard and card room, fitness and business center, community clubhouse and a serene cactus garden, perfect for social gatherings. It’s an easy walk to nearby restaurants, shopping and more. Nextdoor is Stonecreek Golf Club, where golfers can tee off 52 weeks a year on a superb-links-style championship layout and an expansive practice facility. The median price for these well-maintained, lovely 850 square-foot 1-2 bedroom units is $325K.