Sun City Shadow Hills is a 55+ active adult community located in the beautiful Coachella Valley “City of Festivals, Indio, California. Ideally located within a 30-minute drive to Palm Springs, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Rancho Mirage, and Palm Desert, there are endless opportunities for dining, shopping and first-class entertainment. Sun City Shadow Hills is equipped with 3,450 homes, two clubhouses, two golf courses, Shadows Restaurant, and state-of-the-art amenities make this community perfect for active adults wanting the most out of life.

At Sun City Shadow Hills, you are purchasing a lifestyle, in addition to a home. More than 50 social clubs, two fitness centers, a variety of sports courts, and lifestyle events throughout the year provide residents with a unique and welcoming community life. This Del Webb development was built in phases between 2003 and 2016. Our professionally managed, financially stable HOA has among the lowest maintenance fees in the Coachella Valley.

SCSH Lifestyle

Residents of Sun City Shadow Hills enjoy extensive amenities for an active lifestyle, including golf, tennis, pickle ball, bocce, fitness centers, billiards, several pools, a library and more. The two beautiful clubhouses provide residents with state-of-the-art fitness centers, bistros, and a place to gather for games, meetings and events. In addition, there are over 50 clubs for every special interest, focusing on art, sports, literature, food, wine, photography, and theater to name a few. Shadows Restaurant features a wide menu of specialties, happy hour, Sunday brunch, and holiday celebrations.

The Greater Coachella Valley is recognized as an internationally renowned golf mecca. This golf-centered lifestyle extends to Sun City Shadow Hills with an 18-hole golf course, designed by Lee Schmidt and Brian Curley, and a challenging par 3 course, which has been ranked #4 in the Golfers’ Choice Top 25 Public Short Courses for 2026. The golf courses and Shadows restaurant are managed by Troon, the largest third-party manager of golf and club operations in the world. These courses add to the beauty and tranquility of Sun City Shadow Hills and create vistas that are enjoyed by both golfers and non-golfers.

The lifestyle at Sun City Shadow Hills extends to our non-human friends as well. Dog lovers enjoy taking their four-legged furry friends to the two dog parks offered in this pet-friendly community.

Mission

Sun City Shadow Hills fosters a strong sense of community where residents feel proud, safe, and actively engaged. We are dedicated to maintaining and thoughtfully enhancing high-quality facilities. Through prudent fiscal management and forward-thinking planning, we strive for a sustainable, vibrant future for all who call our community home.

Vision

Our vision is to be a premier active 55+ community in the Coachella Valley. Sun City Shadow Hills is committed to providing a safe, fiscally responsible community while cultivating a vibrant, resort-style setting. Through exceptional amenities and an aesthetically pleasing environment, we aim to enhance the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit our community.

Coachella Valley

Surrounded by the magnificent Santa Rosa, San Jacinto and San Gorgonio mountain ranges, the Coachella Valley has endless blue skies and breathtaking views.

The Valley is recognized throughout the world as a premier resort and retirement destination. Just 30 minutes from Palm Springs, 150 miles northeast of San Diego, and 130 miles east of Los Angeles, this peaceful community is home to some of the world’s finest golf.

Indio and the entire Coachella Valley (Desert Cities) offer exciting lifestyle opportunities, including:

  • World-class entertainment: McCallum Theatre, one of the top 50 theatres in the United States, offers a full line-up of Broadway plays and performances, from rock and roll to ballet, and everything in between. Just minutes from Sun City Shadow Hills are casinos/resorts, including Fantasy Springs, Spotlight 29, and three Agua Caliente locations. Each has an alluring line up of top entertainment. Also nearby is the state-of-the art Acrisure Arena hosts some of the most well-known artists and acts on the planet, such as James Taylor, Earth Wind & Fire, Lizzo, and Chicago.
  • Sports: The Coachella Valley is a sports mecca. Indian Wells hosts the annual world-class BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament. The American Express golf tournament, as well as Polo, IndyCar Racing all draw record crowds. And, the Coachella Valley has its own ice hockey team, the Firebirds!
  • Shopping: Nearby Old Town La Quinta is filled with boutique shops and trendy restaurants. Palm Desert’s El Paseo is the “Rodeo Drive of the Desert”, with top brand name stores from Tiffany to Gucci, as well as unique local vendors. A short drive to the west of the Valley is the Desert Hills Premium Outlets in Cabazon, with seemingly endless shopping opportunities.
  • Dining: The Coachella Valley has an ever-increasing fine dining presence. Throughout the Valley, one can find a wide variety of international, American and local cuisine. Happy Hour is a great time of day in the Coachella Valley!
  • Events: Indio is known as the “City of Festivals” and is home to the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival and the Stagecoach Music Festival, along with the Tamale Festival, National Date Festival, and Riverside County Fair. The Valley is also known for its street fairs, art exhibits, outdoor concerts and swap meets, including the famous weekly Villagefest in Palm Springs and the College of the Desert Street Fair.
  • For the Family: Located just 25 minutes away, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is a family-friendly zoo and garden specializing in the deserts of the world. It is rated as one of the 10 Best Zoos in the US. Sunnylands offers a look at the Annenberg Estate and gardens, and has been host to American presidents over the years. And, the new Coachella Valley Surf Club in Palm Springs brings coastal waters to the desert.