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Commute from Sun City to TSMC Arizona
TSMC Arizona's fab is at 5088 W Innovation Circle, Phoenix AZ 85083 in Maricopa County. From Sun City, that's roughly a 15-minute drive on surface streets and freeway under normal traffic — actual time depends on your exact street and time of day.
Drive times shift meaningfully during 7–8:30am and 4:30–6pm. Before making an offer, drive the actual commute yourself at the time of day you'd be commuting — map estimates and lived experience often differ by 5 to 10 minutes in this corridor.
Home Prices in Sun City 85351
Recent sales in 85351 ranged from $256,000 to $344,000, with a typical price near $296,000. Median home size sold was 1,542 sq ft. That works out to roughly $193 per square foot.
Price by Home Size
| Size | Recent sales | Median $/sqft | $/sqft range (p25–p75) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 1,400 sq ft | 101 sales | $206/sqft median | $187–$223 /sqft |
| 1,400-1,900 sq ft | 176 sales | $192/sqft median | $174–$211 /sqft |
| 1,900-2,600 sq ft | 51 sales | $165/sqft median | $145–$190 /sqft |
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Price per square foot varies a lot by condition and updates within the same ZIP. Two homes of the same size, built the same year, can be $80K apart based on HVAC age and kitchen/bath updates. Get a real comparable pull before pricing an offer, not just a ZIP-wide average.
Schools Near Sun City AZ 85351
District: ZIP-level data shows the schools below; confirm the exact district and attendance boundary for a specific address at azreportcards.azed.gov.
Schools below are the ones recent buyers in this ZIP most often declared on their purchase — the closest thing to real, current attendance data. State grade and grades served come from the Arizona Department of Education; click a school name for its full report card.
Elementary Schools (most attended)
| School | State Grade | Grades Served |
|---|---|---|
| Thompson Ranch Elementary | B | Preschool - Grade 8 |
Middle Schools (most attended)
| School | State Grade | Grades Served |
|---|---|---|
| Thompson Ranch Elementary | B | Preschool - Grade 8 |
High Schools (most attended)
| School | State Grade | Grades Served |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Vista High School | A | Grade 7 - Grade 12 |
School boundaries change and a single ZIP can span more than one attendance zone. Always confirm the exact assigned school for a specific address with the district before making an offer.
HOA and Community Character in Sun City
Here's what homeownership actually looks like in 85351, based on recent closed sales rather than marketing copy:
- 33% of recent sales carried an HOA, median $44/mo
- 6% had a private pool
- 0% were in a gated section
- 81% were on or adjacent to a golf course
- 7% had community-pool access
HOA dues, rules, and amenities vary by specific subdivision even within the same ZIP. Get the current CC&Rs and financials for the exact community before writing an offer, not just the ZIP-wide average shown here.
Shopping Near Sun City
Grocery and big-box options within range, pulled from live Google Places data.
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Popular Markets near Sun City
Ingredients that can be hard to find after a long-distance move. Nearest options below, sorted by distance.
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Parks, Trails, and Outdoor Activities
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Weekend Day Trips
Flagstaff
Mountain town at 7,000 feet, 25 to 30 degrees cooler than Phoenix in summer. Roughly 2 to 2.5 hours.
Grand Canyon South Rim
A long day trip or a better one-night stay. Book lodging 6 to 12 months ahead for peak season.
Las Vegas
Roughly 4 to 4.5 hours by car, or a direct flight from Sky Harbor.
Fitness, Golf, and Recreation Near Sun City
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Healthcare Near Sun City AZ
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New-patient wait times for primary care in the northwest Valley typically run 2 to 4 weeks — generally faster than comparable California or East Coast markets.
Childcare Near Sun City
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Contact preschools well before your relocation date — infant waitlists of 3 to 6 months are common at well-reviewed centers in this corridor. Arizona DHS also maintains a public registry of licensed home-based providers for families needing flexible hours.
Home Age and What to Inspect in Sun City
Older, established housing stock — median sale in this ZIP was built around 1971. Budget for full system-age verification (HVAC, roof, plumbing, electrical panel) regardless of what the listing states.
Questions to Ask During Inspection
- HVAC age and maintenance records — the most important system to check in Arizona.
- Roof and underlayment condition, and when it was last serviced.
- Window type (single vs. dual-pane) and any planned replacement.
- Pool equipment service history, if the home has a pool.
- Water heater age.
- Stucco cracks — ask whether they're cosmetic or were ever evaluated for foundation movement.
- Solar documentation — confirm owned vs. leased before making an offer.
Questions About Living in Sun City Near TSMC
How far is Sun City from TSMC Arizona?
Sun City is roughly a 15-minute drive from TSMC Arizona at 5088 W Innovation Circle, Phoenix AZ 85083. Actual time depends on your exact street and time of day.
What are home prices in Sun City 85351?
Recent sales in 85351 ranged roughly $256,000 to $344,000, with a typical price around $296,000.
What schools serve Sun City?
Based on recent home sales in 85351, the most commonly attended high school is Valley Vista (rated A by the Arizona Department of Education). Confirm exact attendance boundaries at azed.gov, since ZIP-level data can span more than one district.
Does Sun City have an HOA?
About 33% of recently sold homes in 85351 carried an HOA, with a median fee around $44/month.
Clifford Wong
West USA Realty · TSMC Corridor Specialist
A note on this data
The prices, schools, and HOA figures above come directly from recent closed home sales and county records — not estimates. Places like restaurants and healthcare are live from Google. If you want a deeper read on a specific street or subdivision inside Sun City, call or text me at 602-300-7153.