Sterling Grove
Toll Brothers' staff-gated golf community in Surprise. It's a mixed-age master plan with dedicated 55+ collections, not a strictly 55+ community.
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Sterling Grove is Toll Brothers' newest master plan in Surprise. It's built around a private Nicklaus Design golf course and a 20,000 sq ft club, with a tree-lined town square and parks. It's resort-style and staff-gated.
It's also mixed-age. 55+ active-adult collections sit alongside all-ages neighborhoods, condos and villas, and everyone shares the same club. That suits buyers who want new construction and a country-club lifestyle without a fully age-restricted community. If you want a strictly 55+ setting, stick to the 55+ collections.
Please note: Prices, HOA/recreation fees and age rules change, often every year. Figures below were gathered in October 2026 from the sources listed at the bottom of this page. Verify everything in the official resale disclosure packet before relying on it. Where we couldn't verify a figure, we say so.
Quick facts
| Location | Surprise, AZ 85388, west of Loop 303. Sales center at 11612 N Greenwich Blvd. |
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| Age status | Not strictly 55+. Toll Brothers describes Sterling Grove as an all-ages master-planned community with 55+ active-adult collections, condos and lock-and-leave villas. Every resident shares the same club and amenities. Before you buy, confirm whether a specific home is in a 55+ collection. |
| Opened / developer | Toll Brothers. Construction began about 2018 (per the Loving Phoenix Team), and new homes are still selling. Toll Brothers says it was named 2025 Master Plan Community of the Year. |
| Approximate homes / size | 780 acres (per Toll Brothers). About 2,200 homes planned at build-out (per local agent guides). |
| Golf | Private Nicklaus Design 18-hole course with a clubhouse managed by Troon. 2026 golf membership: $40,000 initiation + the $5,000 social initiation, and $830/month + tax in dues (per Sterling Grove Golf & Country Club; rates subject to change). |
| Recreation & amenities | 20,000 sq ft clubhouse, a restaurant and bar, a grab-and-go café, 3 pools, a full-service spa, a fitness center and movement studio, plus tennis, bocce and pickleball courts. Also a golf simulator room, dog park, event lawn and walking/biking trails (per Toll Brothers). |
| Gated | Yes, staff-gated (per Toll Brothers) |
| Home styles | Single-family homes in 9 collections (about 975 to 4,197+ sq ft), plus villa condos. Craftsman, farmhouse, prairie and Spanish designs. |
| General price range | New homes from $395,000 (Villa Collection condos) to $1,900,000 (Pasadena Collection), per Toll Brothers, Oct 2026. Resales vary, so contact Greg for current figures. |
Fees and rates are subject to change. Last checked October 2026. Verify with the HOA.
Fees at a glance
| HOA assessment | $525 per quarter (about $175/month). Varies by collection. (Loving Phoenix Team fee guide, verified May 2026) |
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| Social Membership dues (required) | $180/month + tax. All homeowners must hold a Social Membership (per Sterling Grove Golf & Country Club). |
| Social Membership initiation | $5,000 + tax (9.1%), one-time and non-refundable (per Sterling Grove Golf & Country Club) |
| Villa HOA | Villa homes carry an added monthly fee. contact Greg for current figures. |
| Capital fee | One-time: typically $1,500, but it can be higher on some homes (Greg has seen $5,455). Confirm for the specific home (per Greg Slaughter, local agent, 2026). |
| Disclosure / transfer | Local sources list about $382–$400 for disclosure and $140 for transfer. contact Greg for current figures. |
| Golf | Optional. Separate tiered memberships (see Quick facts). |
Want the exact numbers for a specific home? Ask Greg and he'll pull the current figures for that address.
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If you're buying in Sterling Grove
- Budget the required Social Membership ($5,000 + tax initiation, $180/month + tax) on top of the quarterly HOA.
- Confirm whether the home is in a 55+ collection or an all-ages neighborhood. It matters for resale and for who can live there.
- Compare Toll Brothers quick move-in pricing and incentives with resales, which may include landscaping and upgrades.
- Decide on golf separately. Golf membership initiation and dues are significant.
If you're selling in Sterling Grove
- You may be competing with new Toll Brothers inventory. Highlight upgrades, landscaping, window coverings and lot views.
- Be clear in the listing about whether your home is in a 55+ collection or an all-ages neighborhood.
- Have your HOA and club statements ready. Ask Greg for a value based on recent resales of your collection.
Sterling Grove: honest pros and cons
Pros
- Staff-gated Toll Brothers community with a private Nicklaus Design course
- Newer homes, still building
- Lock-and-leave villas available
Cons
- Required Social Membership adds monthly dues and a $5,000 + tax initiation
- Mixed-age community, not strictly 55+
- Higher overall cost
Based on the dated, sourced facts on this page. Every buyer weighs these differently, so ask Greg what matters for your situation.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Sterling Grove a 55+ community?
Not strictly. Toll Brothers describes Sterling Grove as an all-ages master-planned community with dedicated 55+ active-adult collections, plus condos and villas. All residents share the same clubhouse and amenities. If you want an age-restricted neighborhood, confirm that the specific home is in a 55+ collection.
Is the Sterling Grove Social Membership required?
Yes. Per Sterling Grove Golf & Country Club, every homeowner must hold a Social Membership: a $5,000 initiation plus tax, and $180/month plus tax. Golf memberships are separate and optional.
What is the one-time cap fee in Sterling Grove, and who pays it?
Most 55+ communities charge a one-time capital (cap) or preservation fee when a home changes hands, usually paid by the buyer at closing. In Sterling Grove, plan for: $5,000 + tax Social Membership initiation + capital fee (typically $1,500; can be higher on some homes, so confirm for the specific home) + disclosure/transfer fees. Greg Slaughter says this fee surprises a lot of buyers, so build it into your cash-to-close budget. Fees change, so verify the current amount in the resale disclosure packet.
What are the HOA fees in Sterling Grove?
Recurring fees: $525/quarter HOA (about $175/mo) + $180/mo + tax required Social Membership. Figures are dated and sourced below. Confirm in the resale disclosure packet.
Is Sterling Grove gated?
Yes (staff-gated).
Does Sterling Grove have golf?
Private Nicklaus Design 18-hole course, managed by Troon (separate membership).
How many homes are in Sterling Grove?
About 2,200 planned on 780 acres.
When was Sterling Grove built?
Construction began about 2018; Toll Brothers still building.
What are the age rules in Sterling Grove?
Not strictly 55+. Toll Brothers describes Sterling Grove as an all-ages master-planned community with 55+ active-adult collections, condos and lock-and-leave villas. Every resident shares the same club and amenities. Before you buy, confirm whether a specific home is in a 55+ collection. Confirm the occupancy rules in the CC&Rs.
How can I see homes for sale in Sterling Grove?
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Sources
Facts on this page were gathered from the sources below in October 2026. Third-party agent and listing sites are noted as such. Fees and rules change, so always check the association's current documents.