Sun City Anthem at a glance
Built by Del Webb and Pulte
A 55+ community guide lists Del Webb and Pulte Homes as builders, with construction starting in 2006.
Single-level homes
Homes.com describes Sun City as single-level ranch-style homes, with about 22 floor plans listed by a 55+ guide.
Still growing
The Town approved a 159-lot final plat in the Sun City portion in 2023, so building continued.
About Sun City Anthem at Merrill Ranch
A 55+ community guide describes Sun City Anthem as a Del Webb and Pulte community with about 3,800 planned homes and construction beginning in 2006. It lists single-family homes of roughly 1,100 to more than 2,800 square feet. The guide says the community is not gated.
Residents also use the wider Anthem at Merrill Ranch amenities, including a golf course and a water park. The all-ages Parkside neighborhoods share the same master plan, and we cover them on our page about Anthem at Merrill Ranch.
A Town council approval reported in 2023 covered Unit 30B, a final plat of more than 42 acres and 159 residential lots in the Sun City portion, generally east of Hunt Highway and south of Franklin Road.
Sources: 55places community guide, Homes.com neighborhood guide, and Rose Law Group Reporter coverage of the Florence Town Council.
Water heaters and the comfort of an easy repair
Most homes in the community are single-level, so the water heater is usually in the garage or a utility closet that is easy to reach. A tank does not last forever, and a leaking or noisy tank deserves a look before it floods a floor. See water heater repair and water heater replacement.
If you are comparing options, a tankless water heater changes the space and the gas or electric needs, so ask before you commit.
Before you call from Sun City Anthem
A little preparation makes the call go faster.
Find the main valve
Know where water enters the house and that the valve turns.
Note your street
Give the street and the nearest cross street.
Describe the problem
Say where the water is and whether it is hot or cold.
Plan access
Tell us who can open the door if you are away.
Plumbing problem in Sun City Anthem?
Call (480) 741-9332 with your street, the problem and whether water is flowing. We will talk you through the first steps.
Call (480) 741-9332Fixtures that are easier to use
Many owners in a 55+ community update fixtures over time. Taller toilets, lever handles on faucets and walk-in shower valves are common requests. These are general fixture options, not claims about any one home.
| Update | Why people ask | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Taller toilet | Easier to sit and stand | Toilet repair and replacement. |
| Lever faucet handle | Easier on the hands | Faucet repair. |
| Garbage disposal that jams | Frequent resets | Garbage disposal repair. |
| Slow kitchen drain | Grease and buildup | Drain cleaning. |
What to do if you are away from home
Many 55+ residents travel for weeks at a time. These steps reduce the risk of a leak while the house is empty.
- Close the main water valve before a long trip.
- Ask a neighbor with a key to check the house during long absences.
- Turn the water heater to its vacation setting or off, following the manual.
- Replace old washing machine hoses before you leave. See leak detection if you find damp areas.
Which water utility to call
The Town of Florence says on its start-service page that it does not provide water service in Anthem at Merrill Ranch. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality lists the Anthem area of Florence among EPCOR service areas. Check your bill to confirm your provider, and ask it for the latest water quality report.
Sources: Town of Florence start-service page and Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
Permits and code in Sun City Anthem
The Town of Florence Community Development Department at 224 W. 20th Street, 520-868-7575, handles permits inside town limits. Plumbing work follows the adopted code, usually based on the UPC or IPC. Ask which edition applies before a water heater swap or repipe.
Plumbing questions in Sun City Anthem
Sun City Anthem is the 55+ section of the Anthem at Merrill Ranch master plan. The all-ages sections are covered on our Anthem at Merrill Ranch page.
The Town of Florence says it does not provide water service in Anthem at Merrill Ranch. Check your bill for the provider and call it for anything on the utility side of the meter.
Yes. Call with the tank age if you know it. See water heater replacement for what the job involves and what to ask about permits.
Close the main valve if you can reach it, then have a neighbor check the home. See leak detection for hidden leaks.
The Town of Florence Community Development Department at 520-868-7575. Ask which plumbing code edition applies to your job.