Banning, California · 55+ Active Adult
Sun Lakes Country Club
Banning’s Premier 55+ Golf Community
Over 3,300 homes, 51 floor plans, two private 18-hole golf courses, and resort amenities across 1,000 rolling acres in the San Gorgonio Pass.
$367K
Median List Price
79
Avg. Days on Market
3,300+
Homes in Community
About Sun Lakes Country Club
The Benchmark 55+ Community in the San Gorgonio Pass
Sun Lakes Country Club is the flagship active adult community of the San Gorgonio Pass — and by most measures, the most established 55+ golf community in the entire Inland Empire. Built between 1987 and 2003 by the Presley Company and finished by Pulte Homes, it spans just over 1,000 rolling acres in Banning, California at an elevation of approximately 2,350 feet. That elevation keeps summer temperatures a meaningful 15 degrees cooler than the desert valleys to the east, giving Sun Lakes a livability edge that buyers from Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego consistently notice from the moment they drive through the gate.
With just over 3,300 homes across 51 floor plans, two private 18-hole golf courses, three clubhouses, multiple pools, and a full-time activities director overseeing more than 70 clubs and interest groups, Sun Lakes delivers resort-style living at a price point that still makes sense for buyers coming out of higher-cost California markets. No Mello Roos. HOA includes cable. It is, simply, the community that sets the standard for everything else in the region.
What Every Buyer and Seller Should Know
Homes, Floor Plans, Amenities, and HOA — The Details That Drive Pricing
Sun Lakes is not a one-size-fits-all community. Understanding the differences between home types, locations, and HOA structures is what separates a smart transaction from a costly one.
Homes and Floor Plans
51 floor plans ranging from approximately 850 to 2,627 square feet. The majority are single-story single-family residences — the community’s most sought-after product. Attached condominiums are also available under three sub-associations (Lakeside, Lakeside II, and Fairway Villas), which carry additional monthly fees on top of the master HOA. Most homes offer 2–4 bedrooms, a 2–3 car garage, and covered patio or courtyard. Golf course frontage, mountain views, and cul-de-sac location are the three premium pricing drivers within the community.
Golf, Amenities, and Clubs
Two private 18-hole golf courses: the Championship Course (par-72, 7,017 yards) and the shorter Executive Course (par-60, 3,000 yards) — both for residents and invited guests only. Three clubhouses serve distinct functions: the Main Clubhouse hosts the grand ballroom, full-service restaurant, lounge, and pro shop; the North and South Clubhouses add indoor and outdoor pools, fitness rooms, and tennis courts. Over 70 clubs and interest groups keep the social calendar full year-round, from pickleball and bocce ball leagues to ballroom dancing, art, and travel clubs.
HOA and Key Facts
No Mello Roos. Master HOA fees cover common area maintenance, 24-hour guard-gated security, cable TV, and access to all community amenities. Condo sub-association owners pay an additional monthly fee covering exterior maintenance, building insurance, and a private pool. A one-time Reserves Replenishment Assessment (recorded June 2024) applies at close of escrow — your escrow officer will provide the current amount via FirstService Residential. Age restriction: at least one resident per home must be 55 or older. 55+ designation verified under HOPA/HUD requirements every two years.
Buying or Selling in Sun Lakes
What the Right Agent Knows Before the Offer Gets Written
Buyers: Sun Lakes pricing is driven by specifics that a citywide median won’t tell you. A golf course-front Wisteria (the community’s largest single-story model at roughly 2,600 square feet) and an interior-lot Lilac (an entry-level Executive Course condo at around 1,294 square feet) are both in Sun Lakes — but they price on entirely different curves. Before you make an offer, you need to know which sub-association applies, whether there’s a pending special assessment, what the current HOA reserve funding looks like, and how the Reserves Replenishment Assessment affects your closing costs. The DeBonis Real Estate Team knows this community deeply. We will walk you through the due diligence before you’re ever under contract — and if you’re actively looking to buy in Sun Lakes, call us directly at (951) 203-4426. Some homes here sell before they ever hit the MLS.
Sellers: The buyer pool at Sun Lakes is one of the strongest in the Inland Empire. These are not first-time buyers or move-up buyers stretching their budget. Many are selling homes in Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Diego and arriving with significant equity and clear lifestyle motivation. They know what they want, they do their research, and they move quickly when a home is priced right and presented well. The DeBonis Real Estate Team understands how to position your home to reach exactly this buyer — with community-specific pricing strategy, professional photography that captures the golf course and mountain views, and marketing built for the active adult buyer who is already searching Sun Lakes by name.
What Is Your Sun Lakes Home Worth Today?
Floor plan, location within the community, and golf course frontage all move the number. Get a Sun Lakes-specific home value from the DeBonis Real Estate Team — a team that has worked this community for over a decade.
Information on this page is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Community details, HOA fees, pricing, and market data are subject to change. Buyers and sellers are encouraged to independently verify all information through the appropriate HOA, escrow, and real estate professionals prior to making any real estate decision.
