Rio Verde is one of the premier locations for Scottsdale real estate. Located in the heart of the high Sonoran Desert, it features two championship golf courses and a host of amenities designed for the discriminating lifestyles of today's active adults. The community is comprised of 735 acres of low density real estate featuring custom homes and captivating villas. Rio Verde has 950 homes and approximately 1,800 residents, Rio Verde is known for as unpretentious, friendly, and respectful of a strong sense of community.

Each piece of Rio Verde real estate features scenic views including the surrounding desert, the Tonto National Forest or the manicured fairways of the two 18-hole golf courses. Experience a lifestyle no other Scottsdale real estate can measure up to at Rio Verde. For a custom information or relocation pack for those interested in Scottsdale real estate , fill out our information request form.

Rio Verde Real Estate: Location

Rio Verde is located in the northeast quadrant of Metro-Phoenix area's "Valley of the Sun." To its western boundary lies the McDowell Mountain Regional Park. South of the community, residents will find the Fort McDowell Indian Community. The Tonto National Forest forms the eastern border with nearly 3 million acres of protected land. The close proximity to this vast amount of park land provides for the variety of outdoor pass times that many active adults participate in. While many activities are available throughout the area, the physical and social activities at the Rio Verde Country Club offer a unique opportunity to interact with other members throughout the area.

The Rio Verde Country Club

Members of the Rio Verde Country Club have access to the many amenities available. These include:

• Two private, 18-hole, championship golf courses
• Newly renovated practice range, putting greens and short game
• New 27,000 sq. ft. clubhouse
• 3 distinctly different dining options
• 2 heated swimming pools
• 6 Tennis courts (2 lighted)
• Loads of social events
• 30 minutes from Scottsdale
• And much more!

The two championship golf courses seamlessly integrate the natural landscape with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. Golf enthusiasts of all skill levels will enjoy a challenging yet fun experience. Practice facilities are available, and include a driving range as well as several putting and chipping greens located throughout the community. With a floor plan designed to maximize sunset views from outdoor terraces, the exquisite new 27,000 square foot clubhouse provides both indoor and outdoor enjoyment. Members can relax in the friendly and casual environment of the bar and grille area as well as the lounge and terrace areas. For a more formal setting, service and cuisine are offered in a separate dining area. Regular equity and social memberships are available for owners of Rio Verde real estate.

Resident Membership

Resident Members enjoy full privileges of the Club, including voting, golfing, and clubhouse activities. Must have a residential lot in Rio Verde.

Current initiation fee - $32,500 Current dues - $7,264 annually

* Please note ... the club is offering for a limited time, a discounted initiation fee for this classification of membership. Until December 31, 2010 - the initiation fee for a Resident member is $22,500.

Non-Resident Membership

Non-Resident Members enjoy full privileges of the Club, including voting, golfing, and clubhouse activities. Non- Resident Members do not own a lot or reside in the Rio Verde Community.

Current initiation fee - $32,500 Current dues - $7,264 (includes golf cart usage)

*Please note ... the club is offering for a limited time, a discounted initiation fee for this classification of membership. Until December 31, 2010 - the initiation fee for a Non-Resident member is $22,500.

Individual Membership

Individual Members enjoy all rights and privileges of the Club. Individual Memberships are issued to one qualified user for each Individual Membership Certificate issued.

Individual Members are Eligible Voting Members.

Current initiation fee - (2/3 of Resident Fee) Membership Current dues - $7,264

Limited Golf Membership

Limited Golf Members are non-equity and non-voting members that enjoy all rights and privileges of the Club, including golf and clubhouse privileges.

The Limited Golf Membership has limited rights during the 120-day Restricted Season which is designated annually by the board.

Current initiation fee - $12,500 Current dues - $4,843

Four-Month Membership

Four-Month Members enjoy full membership privileges, except voting rights. This is a four consecutive month membership and is renewable with the approval of the RVCC Board. Members may, upon application, be granted a RVCA Sports Pass.

A $100 food & beverage credit is provided with the membership for the initial year. A single member will receive 10 free guest passes. Members are subject to all rules and regulations of the Club and may be terminated at any time. This is a limited time offer that expires June 30, 2011.

Cost - $4,000, payable in advance

(Four months of unlimited golf including golf cart usage)

Family Associate Membership *

(One-year membership, under the age of 55)

Playing privileges are extended to the adults named on the membership and their dependent children. An adult must accompany children under 16. Children over 15 who have a handicap of 18 or under may play without an adult. This is a limited time offer that expires June 30, 2011.

Tee times must be made one day in advance on a space available basis. During the high season (Jan - April) tee times are permitted after 12 p.m. Mon-Fri and all day Sat and Sun. Normal guest policies are available to members. Members are subject to all rules and regulations of the Club and may be terminated at any time.

Cost - $3,500 per year, payable in advance

(Includes golf cart usage, only to be driven by license holders)

*Not available to permanent or temporary residents of the Verdes Communities

An Adult Community no other Scottsdale Real Estate can Offer

The community at Rio Verde is designed to provide housing for persons 55 years of age or older. Each Dwelling Unit in Rio Verde, if occupied, is to be occupied by at least one person 55 years of age or older (a "qualifying occupant"). Rio Verde real estate is part of an "adult community" and adheres to the provisions of the Fair Housing Amendments Act of 1988. The age requirement can be waived by the association board, but all residents must be above the age of 19. At no point shall less than 80% of the residential lots be occupied by at least one qualified occupant. Rio Verde is a unique active adult community, unlike any other Scottsdale real estate available. To learn more about the lifestyle you buy into when you purchase Rio Verde real estate , please fill out an information request form.

Custom Information on Scottsdale Real Estate and More

For those looking for an information or relocation package regarding Scottsdale real estate we offer an information request form. This form is designed to help us answer any questions you may have about the communities you are interested in. Once you're request is received, you will be contacted within 24 hours to answer your questions about Scottsdale real estate and get more information on your specific home requirements. For those asking that the package be sent to them, we ask that you include your telephone number where you can be reached. Due to the fact that every package we deliver is customized, it is our preference that we speak with you directly in order to provide the most accurate Scottsdale real estate information specific to your needs.

Scottsdale Real Estate: Rio Verde Benefits

Rio Verde offers its members a host of activities to support a healthy lifestyle. Many choose to think of the variety of these activities in terms of a banquet. Members can help themselves to as much or as little as suits them. While golf may be considered the activity du jour for most, no banquet serves just one entree. Rio Verde offers golf events, wine dinners, Sunday brunch, dinner dances, and much more.

Rio Verde's 6 tennis courts, two of which are lighted, are easy on the eyes, feet, and backhand. Throughout the year, a tennis pro is on-site to help members with the finer points of the game. Together with a busy social schedule for Tennis Club members, a full program of interclub competition for men and women is available.

Scottsdale real estate has the advantage of year-round swimming weather. At Rio Verde, two heated pools and a Jacuzzi spa provide comfort and convenience for members throughout the year. The large Olympic-style pool has four 75-foot lap lanes for staying healthy. Another popular pool activity is the year-round water aerobics class. The Scottsdale real estate located near, or within Rio Verde offers its resident safe, convenient access to these amenities and more.

Scottsdale, Arizona Real Estate: Relocation Assistance:

Relocating can be a difficult and time consuming process. Rio Verde is a beautiful community to retire and call home. When moving, it makes all the difference in the world to have someone knowledgeable with the area to help you take care of the details of the move. Don Matheson and the Matheson Team of RE/MAX are the #1 RE/MAX team in Arizona and the #4 RE/MAX team in the United States. Don Matheson has had over 34+ years of selling real estate in Scottsdale, Arizona as well as Canada.

We look forward to assisting you with your Scottsdale, Arizona real estate purchase. Complete our information request form and we will contact you within 24 hours to get an in-depth view of your individual housing wants and needs. After our phone conversation we'll prepare a custom Scottsdale, Arizona real estate package of information pertaining to your requests and ship it to you as soon as possible. If you're interested in Rio Verde homes, or any other Arizona golf homes you'll find every piece of information you need . Let Don Matheson and the team at AZGolfHomes.com assist with all of your Scottsdale, Arizona real estate needs.

Information deemed accurate, but not guaranteed. Golf membership cost and prices and availability of real estate subject to change with market conditions.

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