Sun City, along with Sun City West, is known as one of top-rated retirement communities in the nation. Sun City West is a mirror image of Sun City. When Sun City was built out in the early 1970's, Del Web headed four miles west and created Sun City West. The Agua Fria River separates the two towns.

The largest development in Del Webb's senior community concept is Sun City Grand. Sun City Grand covers 3,700 acres between Bell Road and Grand Avenue.

All of these communities are famous for their active, resort retirement lifestyle. None are incorporated. There are deed restrictions, which requires at least one resident per household to be 55 or older. The town relies on Maricopa County for services, such as law enforcement and street repairs. However, volunteerism is a big part of the community. There is a Sheriff Posse of Sun City that helps patrol the area and Sun City Pride contributes to the beautification of the town.

All three communities are surrounded by thousand of acres of golf courses. There are multiple clubhouses, swimming pools and shopping areas abound There are several nearby attractions that will appeal to those who enjoy the arts. The Sundome Center for the Performing Arts in Sun City West attracts big name acts to its stage. The center is the largest single level auditorium in the United States and seats 7,100. The Sun Cities Museum of Art has ever-changing exhibits and art classes available for interested in trying their hand at a new medium.