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Sun City Texas Neighborhood Guide

60+ neighborhoods across 5,400 acres — which sections are closest to which amenity center, what the construction eras mean for buyers, and what each area of the community is known for

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Why Section Matters at Sun City Texas

Sun City Texas is not a uniform community. Different sections have different construction eras (1996 through 2026), different proximity to the three amenity centers, different lot sizes, and different community characters. The section number of any home tells an experienced buyer immediately: approximate year of construction, likely condition of systems, and which amenity campus is most convenient.

No buyer should make an offer on a Sun City Texas home without knowing the section number and what it implies. The community map is publicly available at the Sun City Texas Community Association website.

The Three Amenity Zones

Amenity CenterLocation in CommunityBest For
Village Center (primary)Central — near original entryResidents who want the full social hub: grand ballroom, arts, billiards, library. Core of community social life.
Texas Trail Recreation CenterEastern sectionsResidents in the eastern neighborhoods who want a shorter drive to fitness and activities.
Summit Recreation CenterNorthern / Summit sectionsResidents in the Summit neighborhoods — newer construction eras, northern edge of the community.

Key Section Characteristics

Section RangeEraCharacterPrice Range Today
Sections 1–15 (original)1995–2002Older, smaller homes, mature landscaping, established social culture. Many long-term residents.$300K–$430K resale
Sections 16–30 (growth era)2003–2010Mix of sizes, central-to-eastern locations, good amenity access. Some Garden Home sections in this range.$380K–$520K
Sections 31–45 (premium era)2011–2019Larger floor plans, more modern finishes, open kitchens. Most sought-after resale segment.$480K–$650K
Summit sections (current)2018–presentNewest homes, modern Del Webb designs, Summit Recreation Center access. Final new construction phases.$480K–$700K+
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Garden Home Sections — Know Before You Buy

Neighborhoods 14a, 24a, 25, 30, 24B1, 24B2, and 33 are designated Garden Homes with mandatory HOA landscape maintenance. If the section number matches one of these, budget approximately $1,700/year additional in HOA assessments. These homes tend to be smaller (1,100–1,600 sq ft), attached or near-attached, and on smaller lots. They are popular with buyers who want a truly maintenance-free exterior but require careful cost comparison against the base HOA number.

Which Section Should You Target?

For best value (renovated older home):

  • Target Sections 10–20, post-renovation
  • Look for HVAC and roof replacement within past 5 years
  • Updated kitchen is the most important single factor
  • Budget $30K–$50K less than equivalent newer section and invest in condition

For best move-in-ready quality:

  • Target Sections 35–45 (2012–2019 builds)
  • Modern floor plans, open kitchens, quartz/granite counters
  • HVAC replacement 8–15 years away
  • Premium: $480K–$650K depending on size

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