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55+ For Long Term & Short Term RVers
Arizona is the ultimate winter haven for “Snowbirds”, retirees and seasonal residents fleeing the freezing northern winters for the desert sunshine. When Snowbirds look for spots that are both popular and affordable, they generally look for areas with active 55+ communities, good RV parks, low cost of living relative to major metros and plenty of social activities. Here are the most popular and affordable spots for Arizona Snowbirds, broken down by region.
1. The East Valley (Phoenix Metro): While parts of Scottsdale and central Phoenix are very expensive, the eastern and southeastern edges of the Valley offer great snowbird communities that balance popularity with reasonable costs.
- Apache Junction / Gold Canyon
- The Vibe: Dramatic mountain backdrop (Superstition Mountains), heavily geared toward RVers and manufactured home owners.
- Why it’s popular: It has a classic “Old West” feel, incredible hiking right from your doorstep and massive, highly active Snowbird resorts.
- Affordability: Highly affordable compared to Scottsdale or Phoenix, with many 55+ mobile home parks and RV resorts offering seasonal rates.
- Mesa
- The Vibe: Suburban, established and home to some of the largest 55+ communities in the country (like Venture Out or Sunland Village).
- Why it’s popular: Endless activities, pickleball, golf courses, swimming pools and proximity to major shopping, medical facilities and the Phoenix Mesa Gateway Airport.
- Affordability: Great variety of housing options, from relatively low cost condos & townhomes to mobile homes. Page 2> Page 3>