Where Active Retirement
Meets Mountain Living
40% of Prescott buyers are active retirees. No estate tax. No Social Security tax. Three hospitals. 450+ miles of trails. New single-story homes from the high $400s.
Built for the Way
You Want to Live
Healthcare That's Already Here
Yavapai Regional Medical Center (Dignity Health), VA Medical Center, and a growing network of specialists. Strong Medicare acceptance. Phoenix's world-class hospitals are 2 hours when you need them.
Climate That's Actually Livable
5,300 feet. Four real seasons. Summer highs average 89°F, not 115°F. Light winters with occasional snow that melts in a day. 277 sunny days. The mountain West without mountain winters.
Tax Savings That Matter
No state tax on Social Security income. No estate tax. Flat 2.5% income tax. Property taxes average $1,450/year — about 30% below the national average. Your retirement dollar goes further.
An Active Lifestyle, Not a Quiet One
450+ miles of hiking and biking trails. Watson Lake kayaking. Golf at Talking Rock and Prescott Lakes. Farmers markets, art shows, live music on Courthouse Plaza. This isn't sitting on the porch.
New Homes Built for This Chapter
Single-story floor plans with no-step entries, wider hallways, walk-in showers. Builder warranty covers structural issues for 10 years. No 30-year-old HVAC. No renovation surprises.
A Community of People Like You
Prescott's median age is 60.3. Your neighbors are retirees, remote workers, and active adults who chose to be here. 45,000 in the city, 252,000 in the metro — small-town feel with real infrastructure.
The Financial Picture
Why New Construction for Retirees
A 30-year-old home comes with 30-year-old problems. New construction eliminates them.
| Feature | New Home | Resale |
|---|---|---|
| Single-story options | Standard in most communities | Limited availability |
| Energy efficiency | Modern HVAC, windows, insulation | Older systems, higher bills |
| Builder warranty | 1–10 year structural coverage | As-is, no warranty |
| Maintenance surprises | Everything is new | Roof, plumbing, electrical unknowns |
| Layout | Open concept, great rooms | Traditional, compartmentalized |
| Accessibility | Wide halls, walk-in showers | Costly retrofits needed |
Get the Prescott Retirement Planning Guide
Healthcare directory, tax breakdown, community comparison matrix, and a 90-day relocation timeline for retirees.
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Single-Story Communities for Retirees
Every community below offers single-story floor plans. All built by ECCO Homes in Prescott Valley.
| Community | Price | Sq Ft | Single-Story | RV Garage | Highlights | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper 7 | High $400s | 1,281–1,765 | All | No | Clubhouse, pool, trails | View |
| Skyview | Low $500s | 1,653–2,254 | All | Yes | RV garage, energy-efficient | View |
| Jasper 9 | High $500s | 1,659–2,004 | All | No | Park access, trails | View |
| Jasper 8 ECCO | High $600s | 2,114–2,693 | All | No | Study options, fireplace | View |
Capstone Homes communities (Granite Dells, Hidden Hills, Jasper 3B, Jasper 8) also offer single-story options from $794,900. View all communities →
Retiring in Prescott — FAQ
Tour Single-Story Models From Home
Many of our communities have Matterport 3D tours so you can walk through models from your current home. Or schedule a Saturday discovery tour with Ty.
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