Tonto Verde
Two private courses and a tight-knit retirement community at the Rio Verde Foothills
Life at Tonto Verde
Tonto Verde sits 30 minutes northeast of north Scottsdale at the foot of the Mazatzal Mountains — a 1,200-acre 55+ guard-gated golf community with two private courses, deep social calendar, and value pricing relative to comparable Scottsdale golf communities.
Community Highlights
- Two private 18-hole courses
- 55+ active-adult lifestyle
- Guard-gated with 24/7 patrol
- Tennis, pickleball, fitness, social clubs
- Dark-sky preservation — dramatic night skies
Tonto Verde on the map
Tonto Verde FAQs
Is Tonto Verde an active-adult 55+ community?+
Yes — Tonto Verde is a 55+ guard-gated community in Rio Verde, about 30 minutes northeast of north Scottsdale.
How many golf courses are at Tonto Verde?+
Two private 18-hole championship courses: The Peaks Course and The Ranch Course, both inside the guard gate.
What’s the HOA at Tonto Verde?+
Tonto Verde HOA fees run approximately $5,400/year (2026) and include access to the community center, fitness, pickleball, tennis, and pools. Golf membership is a separate cost.
How does Tonto Verde compare to Terravita?+
Both are 55+ Scottsdale-area golf communities, but Tonto Verde is further northeast (Rio Verde), more remote (better stargazing, longer commute), and meaningfully more affordable than Terravita.
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