KB Home's 55+ community within Mesa's Eastmark master plan — one of the metro's fastest-growing corridors. Modern construction, Eastmark's extensive master plan amenities, and the East Valley's answer to a Wellen Park-style new master-planned retirement environment.
Encore at Eastmark is KB Home's active adult community within the Eastmark master-planned development in Mesa — one of the Phoenix metro's most rapidly developing new master-planned communities. Eastmark encompasses thousands of acres of mixed residential and commercial development on Mesa's far southeast side, with a Great Park hub featuring community pools, parks, trails, and gathering spaces accessible to all residents including Encore's 55+ section.
KB Home brings modern construction standards to Encore — energy-efficient designs, modern open floor plans, and the option to personalize homes through KB Home's design studio. For buyers who want new construction in the East Valley without going as far southeast as Queen Creek or San Tan Valley, Encore at Eastmark's Mesa location offers a newer-construction option closer to established Mesa commercial infrastructure.
| HOA Fee | ~$275–$400/month — Encore community amenities plus Eastmark master plan HOA component |
| Eastmark Master HOA | Additional ~$50–$100/month for Eastmark master plan amenities and Great Park access — verify current total with builder |
| Property Tax Rate | Maricopa County — approximately 0.55–0.70% effective rate |
| Property Tax on $475K Home | ~$2,613–$3,325/year (~$218–$277/month) |
| Homeowners Insurance | ~$1,500–$2,400/year — new construction, Mesa location |
The two-HOA structure adds complexity to the cost comparison
Encore residents pay both an Encore community HOA and an Eastmark master plan HOA. When comparing to Sun Lakes or Sunland Springs' single HOA, add both components together for an accurate comparison. The combined $325–$500/month total is higher than Sunland Springs ($175–$275) but includes access to Eastmark's Great Park amenities beyond just Encore's own facilities. Make sure you're comparing total HOA burden, not just community-level fees.
Eastmark is still developing — the master plan promise and the current reality differ
Eastmark's master plan vision is impressive on paper: thousands of acres of mixed-use development, extensive parks, trails, schools, and commercial hubs. The current reality is still catching up. Some planned retail and commercial amenities are not yet built. Buyers who are purchasing based on the master plan vision are making a bet on development timing. Those who need everything in place immediately should evaluate how complete the surrounding infrastructure is at the time of their purchase.
New construction here has the best energy efficiency in the Mesa 55+ market
KB Home builds to current Arizona energy codes with enhanced insulation and HVAC efficiency options. Arizona summer A/C costs are a real budget item — $200–$350/month June-September for a typical home. New construction's efficiency advantage over Sunland Springs' older stock can save $40–$80/month in summer electricity, which partially offsets the higher HOA over time.
| Banner Gateway Medical Center | ~15 minutes northwest |
| Mesa Gateway Airport | ~10 minutes |
| Sky Harbor Airport | ~25–30 minutes |
| Eastmark Great Park | Within community — walking distance |
| Queen Creek / San Tan Valley | ~20 minutes southeast |
| Scottsdale | ~25 minutes north |
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