Phoenix's East Valley is located just 45 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport, west side sporting arenas and Scottsdale cultural attractions. The Superstition Freeway (US Hwy 60) allows convenient travel to nearby attractions in the Phoenix metro area.

The area features several distinct communities including Gilbert, Gold Canyon, Mesa, and Chandler. Phoenix's East Valley has become a popular "affordable alternative to Scottsdale" for many retirees.

Phoenix's Northwest Valley is located just 30 minutes northwest of downtown Phoenix, Arizona and includes the communities of Sun City, Sun City West, Surprise, Youngtown, Peoria and El Mirage.

The community has a population of 150,000 and is located in one of the fastest growing areas in the United States.

The Northwest Valley is home to several prestigious golf and lakefront active adult retirement communities in a variety of price ranges and offers small-town ambiance with the amenities, attractions and entertainment opportunities of a metropolitan area.