Sun City, unincorporated community, Maricopa County, south central Arizona, near Phoenix. A retirement and resort center opened in 1960, it has become one of Arizona's larger communities and contains a variety of recreational and cultural facilities. Its name was chosen in a contest. A similar community, Sun City West, was opened in 1978. Population 40,505 (1980); 38,126 (1990); 38,126 (1996 estimate).Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001 http://encarta.msn.com © 1997-2001 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Sun Information info Find out your Home's Value - Homes for Half Price
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