Rio Verde

Rio Verde

Rio Verde is an active Community for Persons Age 55 and Older.

Whether in verse or prose Rio Verde residents agree that Rio Verde, Arizona, is a special place. Nestled in the high Sonoran desert just east of Scottsdale and north of Fountain Hills, Rio Verde is an active adult community known for its spectacular mountain views, its serenity and its outstanding services and amenities.

Golf…And a Whole Lot More

First conceived as a winter golf camp in the late 1960′s by a group of Minnesota investors, Rio Verde today is a thriving community of 1000 homes ranging from $200,000 to $2 million that boasts Golf…And a Whole Lot More.

While Rio Verde’s two Tom Lehman designed parkland style golf courses are its signature amenity, there is definitely a lot more including a Tennis Center, Community Church, Post Office, small Business district and a Community Center which houses a modern Fitness Center, Computer Learning Center, Library, Art Studio, Dance Studio and Multi-Function Rooms for everything from exercise and yoga classes to cards, games. lectures and parties.

Ideal Location

Ideally situated just 45 minutes from Sky Harbor International Airport, 50 minutes from downtown Phoenix and 30 to 40 minutes from major medical facilities including Mayo Clinic and the Scottsdale Health Care Hospitals, Rio Verde is far enough from the city to enjoy clean air, star filled nights and lush desert landscaping.

Come Visit

Rio Verde’s residents who come from all 50 states, Canada and Europe invite you to come visit our “Desert Oasis” and see for yourself why “Rio Verde Is the Place To Be.”