There are several benefits to living in a gated community. Not only does a gated community provide residents with safety and security, but it also cultivates a greater sense of community.

Cullum Homes offers a plethora of luxurious gated communities throughout the picturesque cities of Scottsdale and Phoenix. Each luxury community offers residents unique ways to redefine luxury living in pre-curated or custom home plans.

Keep reading to learn about each of the top luxury gated communities in Scottsdale and Phoenix. 

Best Gated Communities in Arizona

Arizona is home to many beautiful luxury and gated communities. Here are some of the best of the best for people looking to live in a Scottsdale or Phoenix gated community. 

1. The Village at Seven Desert Mountain

First up on our list of gated communities in Scottsdale is The Village at Seven Desert Mountain. Residents of The Village at Seven Desert Mountain can choose from five distinct base floor plans or customize over 9,000 square feet on certain homesites. This community overlooks the Renegade and the No. 7 golf courses at Desert Mountain. Homeowners select one of three membership levels to the private Desert Mountain Club, including amenities such as the Sonoran Spa, tennis complex, and more. The remaining properties at The Village at Seven Desert Mountain start at $3.5 million.

2. Ironwood Golf Villas

Ironwood Golf Villas is an exclusive gated community located in Paradise Valley. Residents of Ironwood Golf Villas enjoy the benefits of an in-town location that offers ample room for a customized Cullum Homes estate home. What makes Ironwood Golf Villas unique is the stunning view it offers of Camelback Country Club and the surrounding mountains. Two lots are still available in this community. 

3. Paradise Reserve 

Paradise Reserve is a luxury guard-gated community that borders the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. Nestled in the mountain foothills above Phoenix, Paradise Reserve is a serene retreat that is minutes away from the Valley’s finest cultural and metropolitan venues. From premier golf courses to gourmet dining and five-star resorts, Paradise Reserve residents enjoy the luxury of what Phoenix has to offer. Only one lot is still available in this community. 

4. Ascent at The Phoenician®

Ascent at The Phoenician® is a community of mountainside residences adjacent to the world-famous Phoenician® Resort. This community consists of 51 elevated homes and residents of Ascent at The Phoenician® will enjoy expansive views. This community’s location is just minutes away from Sky Harbor and Scottsdale airports and is gated for resident’s security and privacy. Residents of Ascent at The Phoenician® can choose between one, two, and three-level residences that showcase a timeless modern design. The remaining mountainside residences start from $3.5 million.

5. The Village at Mountain Shadows

As a gated community at the base of Camelback Mountain, The Village at Mountain Shadows provides residents with lock-and-leave luxury. Residents can choose between six inspired one and two-story floor plans or, of course, fully customize their plan. Each of these floor plans is carefully designed to offer gorgeous views of Camelback Mountain. One unique feature of these floor plans is the “car bar” option. The car bar option is perfect for car enthusiasts as it allows them to display their favorite automobile in their home.

6. Sanctuary on Black Mountain  

Sanctuary on Black Mountain is Cullum Homes’ newest community that is coming soon. It’s located on the southwest side of Black Mountain, in the town of Carefree. It will consist of 7 hillside homes with panoramic views. Just minutes from Loop 101 and the Scottsdale Airport, Sanctuary on Black Mountain is conveniently located for residents. The lots range from two to seven acres, and each home will be custom designed and very private.

Find the Luxury Community For You With Cullum Homes

When it comes to high-end luxury living, these gated communities in Scottsdale and Phoenix are unparalleled. The best way to bring your dream home to life is with Cullum Homes.

Cullum Homes offers both custom homes and for-sale models that are move-in ready. Our team is passionate about providing customers with the custom home experience they deserve. As your one-stop-shop for building a custom home, we aid customers in each step of the process. Cullum Homes is ready to help, from picking the perfect homesite in our Cullum Homes communities to the architecture and interior design phase.

The Cullum Homes team takes pride in our custom home process, but we also provide move-in ready homes for customers who may not have the time to build a home. In addition, Cullum Homes can also renovate your custom home to ensure you receive the home you’ve dreamed of. Contact us today.