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Sun City Grand The Place To Live Near Outdoor Model Trains in Surprise AZ

 

Sun City Grand Model Trains - Outdoor Model Trains

 

If you like Model Trains, you might be interested in visiting Sun City Grand Outdoor Model Trains in Surprise, AZ. This place has over 1600 feet of outdoor tracks.

 

Sun City Grand Surprise AZ

 

Sun City Grand is a Del Webb 45+ adult community in Surprise, Arizona. Today, it's one of the largest retirement neighborhoods in the southwest United States.

 

Sun City Grand Golf Course Homes

 

Although Sun City Grand is a resort-style neighborhood, it still offers residents some of the conveniences and activities of a city. For example, residents can shop at the Village Center, which is home to a grocery store, restaurants, and an entertainment center.

 

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Residents can also take advantage of the recreation centers in Sun City Grand. They can play tennis, bowl on the bocce ball courts, or participate in an indoor walking track. There are also several outdoor pools, including an aquatics center with slides.

 

The city is also known for its low HOA fees and excellent public schools. Many Sun City homes are available in a variety of styles and sizes.

 

Outdoor Model Train - Grand Central Railroad

 

Outdoor Model Train

 

Despite the name, the location is just a short jaunt from Vegas and Phoenix. It's a good thing the folks at Del Webb built the community in the first place. The company has its share of mishaps, though. With that in mind, keeping your wits about you is best.

 

For starters, there are plenty of indoor and outdoor places to play. If your fancy is refined, consider looking into some of the surrounding cities. Among them, Scottsdale is only about 20 minutes away, and Mesa is a stone's throw from downtown Phoenix. So, whether you're a resident or a visitor, you'll always be close to a quality meal, an ounce of whiskey, and a nice warm shower.

 

Over 1600 feet of outdoor Tracks

 

Model Trains

 

The Sun City Grand has one of the nation's giant outdoor model trains. It's a hoot to see the trains of all shapes and sizes zipping around the green. To top it off, Sun City Grand has an active and growing Model Railroad Club. This group has a nifty ode to model train buffs of all stripes. The RCSC has a ruleset but is open about allowing you to show up and have a good time. Whether a resident or a visitor, you're always a welcome sight. Getting involved is easy. And you'll get to see some of the best views in town.

 

Great Place to Retire if you like Model Trains

 

Sun City Grand Outdoor Model Train Club

 

If you've always dreamed of owning your outdoor model trains, you might want to consider retiring to a state with a great climate. Arizona is ideal for those who like to spend their free time outdoors. 

 

Sun City Grand is a popular retirement destination for those looking for a top-quality living. It has a variety of community amenities, including a golf course, sports complex, Pickle Ball, and even a greenhouse. The area's housing options range from single-family homes to condos.

 

Model Trains in Arizona

 

If you're looking to get outside of the Phoenix area, you can find many outdoor model trains in Arizona. The state is home to many HO, G, O, and Z scale layouts. Some are in the Scottsdale and Phoenix areas, while others are in a smaller geographic location. But there's one layout unique to the Sun City West Area, and that's the Beardsley Recreation Center layout. It's a G-scale garden railroad with a trolley line down Front Street, plus room for building modeling.

 

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On a more technical note, the Beardsley Recreation Center layout has four main-line routes, and it even runs on rail and battery power. This is because it's built on a 45 mm gauge, allowing more powerful trains.

 

For Club, membership information, check out Grand Central Railroad

Sun City Grand Newest Home Listings

$355,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7079129 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Desert Canyon SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Live the Grand Life! Ideally located in the heart of The Grand active adult community, this beautifully maintained home offers an inviting open floor plan, freshly painted interior & a light, bright kitchen featuring a large island--perfect for gathering and entertaining. Enjoy Arizona outdoor living with a charming front courtyard, extended back patio, lush landscaping + a Kool deck coating on the driveway & sidewalk. The extended garage features convenient storage cabinets, while a vacation mailbox offers peace of mind while traveling. Enjoy The Grand's amenities, including golf, tennis, pickleball, bocce, woodshop, baseball, 2 fitness centers, 4 pools--including an indoor pool--and 3 restaurants, all w/gorgeous mountain views. This is the lifestyle you've been waiting for!

16236 W Scarlet Canyon Drive, Surprise
$822,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7079011 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Capitan SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
An exceptional Hampton where thoughtful design options and extensive upgrades come together beautifully from the second you enter the custom french iron front doors. This sophisticated 3 bedroom home features a desirable split floor plan. The flooring is high end tile with carpet in bedrooms and living spaces. Beautifully chosen finishes create an elegant yet comfortable setting, with generous living spaces.The spacious kitchen has new appliances, including a new Insinkerator disposal, Café microwave/convection oven and a wall oven, installed June 2026, granite countertops, a Bosch dishwasher installed in January 2026, a reverse osmosis system, plenty of cabinet and counter space and under-cabinet lighting. The primary retreat has French doors providing direct access to the inviting outdoor space. Plantation shutters offer style and function. The bath features his & hers vanities, a large walk-in tiled shower, a walk-in closet w/ custom built ins. One guest bedroom was expanded, offering plenty of room for visitors and can double as an office or hobby room. The closet was expanded as a walk-in for added storage. Also featured is a guest suite with a walk-in closet, a bathroom with a tile topped vanity and a walk-in tiled shower, offering your guests plenty of privacy. The 3rd bathroom is conveniently situated in the hallway for easy access. It also has a tiled top vanity and a tub/shower combo. The oversized 3-car garage, extended in length, offers plenty of room for cars, golf cart, storage and flexibility. The impressive list of improvements continues well beyond the interior. Outside, the home becomes a private resort. A 1680 s.f. patio with cool deck surface, expanded in all directions is partially hard covered (640 s.f.), with 36' Eclipse power awnings for additional shade and year round enjoyment. This outdoor living area includes a heated, salt water pool and spa with newer heater (2024), a decorative water feature, complemented by a natural gas fire pit and a built-in gas grill. Great for entertaining and enjoying the Arizona living. This home energy efficient home sits on a Post-Tension slab, with 2x6 framing, blown in Bib insulation at air conditioned walls, batt insulation in garage walls, thermal break window frames, radiant barrier roof sheathing. Major enhancements include two 4 ton Trane 16 seer HVAC systems (2024), new roof underlayment and flat roof improvements (2025), 50 gallon water heater (2024), whole house water softener, exterior paint (2024), PVC sprinkler system (2021), Kidde smoke and CO detectors (2026) and more -- this is the kind of move in ready ownership buyers appreciate. (See features list in documents tab).

16397 W Glacier Court, Surprise
$429,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7079008 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Durango SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Move-in-ready Sierra model in The Grand, formerly Sun City Grand, a 45+ active-adult community in Surprise, AZ. This 2,075-sq-ft, single-story home offers 2 bedrooms plus den, 2 baths, and an open great-room plan on a 9,166-sq-ft cul-de-sac lot. Updates include luxury vinyl plank flooring, baseboards, interior/exterior paint, appliances, lighting, fans, bath vanities, mirrors, sinks, and quartz counters. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, island, breakfast bar, and easy flow to dining and living areas. The primary bath has dual sinks and a walk-in shower with no tub; the secondary bath has a tub/shower combination. An extended 2-car garage with sink adds workspace. Enjoy a covered concrete patio, desert landscaping, plus golf, pools, pickleball, fitness, trails, dining, and clubs.

16603 W Stonecreek Court, Surprise
$355,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7078727 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand-Jasper Point SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this charming 2-bed, 2-bath home in the active 55+ community The Grand! Thoughtful updates include new roof underlayment (2024), HVAC (2023), wood-look flooring (2024), interior/exterior paint (2024), and sunscreens (2023). Enjoy vaulted ceilings, plantation shutters, abundant natural light, and a 2-car garage with built-in cabinets. The eat-in kitchen features wood cabinetry, recessed lighting, and a breakfast nook with bay window. The spacious primary suite offers a private bath and walk-in closet. An Arizona room adds flexible living space, while the patio is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy community pools, spas, golf, fitness centers, shopping, dining & more!

17950 N Somerset Drive, Surprise
$450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7078236 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
New luxury vinyl plank flooring runs through nearly every room of this 2,054 square foot single-story home on the west side of Sun City Grand in Surprise. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a 2.5 car garage sit on an 8,799 square foot lot behind a gated front courtyard. The living and dining areas open as one space with a sliding door to the back and a bay window nook off the kitchen. The kitchen has wood cabinetry, granite tile counters, a breakfast bar peninsula, a walk-in pantry, and a stainless steel refrigerator. The primary bedroom holds a bay window and connects to a walk-in closet with built-in shelving and a bathroom with an extended vanity, seated makeup counter, and a walk-in shower with a bench seat. One guest bedroom has its own exterior door. A screened Arizona room run along the back of the house, with a ceiling fan, indoor-outdoor carpet, and screen door access to the yard. The backyard is low-maintenance desert landscaping with wrought iron view fencing and a concrete walkway that wraps to a covered patio. The 2.5 car garage includes built-in cabinets along the walls, a workbench with pegboard, a utility sink, and the laundry area. Updates include the new flooring, exterior paint, and a 2019 HVAC system. Solar is under a prepaid lease with an end-of-term purchase option. Sun City Grand is a Del Webb community north of Bell Rd in the 85387 zip code. Cimarron Center and Cimarron Golf Course are the closest of the community's amenities, along with Granite Falls, Desert Springs, the Adobe Center, Sonoran Plaza, and the tennis and pickleball courts. Loop 303 runs along the west edge, and Bell Road retail, Surprise Stadium, and Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center are a short drive.

18012 W Tierra Del Sol Drive, Surprise
$499,900
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7077662 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Coronado SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
OWNED SOLAR + NEW ROOF & 4 NEW WINDOWS & SLIDER IN 2022! A front courtyard & leaded glass front door opens into this upgraded home showcasing exceptional quality! Enjoy tile flooring, 4.5'' baseboards, 4 5/8'' crown molding, LED lighting, plantation shutters & wood-look tile. The remodeled kitchen has soft-close white cabinetry w/glass accents & pull-out drawers, quartz countertops, SS appliances including gas cooktop, tile backsplash, expd pantry & RO system. Both baths are completely remodeled, including new vanities, sinks, mirrors & lights + luxurious no-lip primary shower & relaxing Jacuzzi tub. Other highlights include a den w/french glass door, tankless water heater, newer garage door & security door. Extd patio w/pergola, synthetic grass, pony wall & BBQ kitchen. VA ASSUMABLE 4.25%

19925 N Turquoise Point, Surprise
$359,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7077609 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Desert Canyon SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Nicely updated Willow located within 1 mile of golf,dining,shopping & activities.Corner lot has enclosed courtyard w/pavers,gate & security door.Aug 2026; Exterior painted & NEW ROOF Underlayment.Interior highlights; newer waterproof LVP floors,baseboards & shutters throughout.Kitchen; quartz countertops,updated cabinets & hardware,pull-outs & lazy susan,newer dishwasher,refrigerator,sink & faucet.Expanded dining area offers space for a sitting area or a desk.HVAC-3 yrs with iWave filtration & Nest thermostat; water heater-2 yrs.Updated lighting,fans,faucets & all door hardware/hinges. Laundry;cabinets & folding counter;W/D included.Expanded enclosed cool-coated patio has turf & lush privacy landscaping.Garage;epoxy floor,cabinets,ceiling lighting & extra outlet.A true gem in The Grand! New Garage Spring & Opener. TV with built in DVD player in guest room included.

16204 W Desert Canyon Drive, Surprise
$335,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7077469 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Desert Trails 1 SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Enjoy the best of The Grand living in this beautiful home, offering a comfortable layout and thoughtful upgrades both inside and out, perfect for year-round living or your second home. Residents of The Grand enjoy access to an impressive range of amenities, including four golf courses, swimming, dining, fitness, clubs, and numerous activities.

15121 W Woodridge Drive, Surprise
$448,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7077168 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Desert Canyon SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Beautifully maintained Cholla in location conveniently close to Adobe Gym, Pools, and Village Area. Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms. Plantation shutters T/O except patio door. Built-in desk in kitchen at end of countertop. Stainless steel appliances, electric fireplace, vacation mail box. Roof underlayment replaced in 2022. Exterior painted in 2023. Some furniture to convey at no value.

16340 W Mission Cove Lane, Surprise
$375,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7077043 MLS ⋅ Sun City Grand Desert Sage 2 SubDv. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to this well-maintained home in the highly desirable 55+ community of Sun City Grand! Immaculate cared for by the original owners, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home also features a versatile office/den. The open floor plan is filled with natural light, creating a bright and inviting living space. Step outside to enjoy the extended backyard patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Sun City Grand offers an exceptional active-adult lifestyle with pickleball courts, golf courses, fitness facilities, pools, recreation, clubs, activities and more. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfort, community and resort-style living in Surprise!

16060 W Verbena Lane, Surprise
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