Big news just dropped for anyone dreaming about life in an exciting master-planned community! Aloravita South, Artisan at Asante, and Hawes Crossing by Taylor Morrison just earned spots on the national Top 50 Master-Planned Communities list for 2025.
The recognition comes from John Burns Research and Consulting (JBREC), a trusted source for housing insights, and highlights communities where great design, meaningful amenities, and a true sense of place come together beautifully.
So, why did these three communities make the list? Read on for the details!
A Relentless Focus on Lifestyle
JBREC research highlights the features most buyers gravitate toward: quality amenities, access to great schools, and thoughtful product choices that support different life stages.
Honorable Mention: Outdoor Spaces
Outdoor spaces are especially important. Parks, playgrounds, gardens, and trails help create a nature-inspired, connected environment from the first day you move in.
Thoughtful Home Design
All three communities feature optimized floor plans that can adapt to your lifestyle. Come home to spaces with:
- Open-concept living
- Versatile game rooms
- Upstairs primary suites
- Customizable flex rooms
- Fun lofts
Let’s head to Surprise, AZ, for a look at our first winner.
Artisan at Asante in Surprise, AZ
Amenities
Envision a strikingly modern clubhouse with a shimmering pool, gathering space, state-of-the-art fitness center, playground, and pickleball courts, the perfect spot to meet neighbors (and win a match or two)!
Schools
- Asante Preparatory Academy | Pre-K – Grade 8
Rated above average and offers 12 sports programs
- Cimarron Springs Middle School | Grades 5 – 8
Offers a Gifted & Talented program
- Willow Canyon High School | Grades 7 – 12
Offers AP courses, International Baccalaureate, and Cambridge International curriculum
Collections at Artisan at Asante
- Vista Collection | Versatile floor plans with low-maintenance living in mind
3-5 beds | 2-3 baths | 1,656-2,687 square feet | 2-car garage | 1-2-story
- Discovery Collection | Open-concept homes perfect for those seeking more space and comfort
2-5 beds | 2-3.5 baths | 1,575-2,842 square feet | 2-3-car garage | 1-2-story
- Encore Collection | Blends luxurious upgrades with practicality, ideal for those needing extra room for entertaining or relaxation
3-6 beds | 2-4 baths | 1,829-3,185 square feet | 2-3-car garage | 1-2-story
- Passage Collection | Premium upgrades and elegant architectural details for a refined living space
3-5 beds | 2.5-3 baths | 2,327-2,665 square feet | 3-car garage | 1-story
- Journey Collection | Luxury living with spacious floor plans and high-end finishes, offering unparalleled comfort, style, and sophistication
3-4 beds | 2.5-3 baths | 2,228-2,892 square feet | 2-4-car garage | 1-story
Onto our next winner, Aloravita South!
Aloravita South in Peoria, AZ
Sunshine, outdoor adventure, and a laid-back Arizona lifestyle come together beautifully at Aloravita. With Lake Pleasant Regional Park nearby, plus shopping, dining, and spring training fun, it’s easy to feel right at home, right away.
Amenities
- Master-planned community
- Open space and trails
- Basketball court and playground
Schools
- Frontier Elementary School | Pre-K – Grade 8
Offers a Gifted & Talented program and eight sports programs
- Sunrise Mountain High School | Grades 7 – 12
Offers AP courses, 25 sports, and a Gifted & Talented program
Collections at Aloravita South
Two collections offer flexible, modern homes designed for the way you live:
Aloravita South Discovery Collection
Perfect for families seeking connection in a luxurious master-planned community
- 2-5 beds | 2-4.5 baths | 1,982-3,637 square feet | 2-3-car garage | 1-2-story
Aloravita South Summit Collection
Bright, open interiors meet flexible living with customizable rooms, ideal for those ready to upgrade their space
- 3-5 beds | 3.5-4.5 baths | 3,130-3,721 square feet | 3-car garage | 1-story
And last but certainly not least, let’s head to Hawes Crossing in Mesa, AZ.
Hawes Crossing in Mesa, AZ
Hawes Crossing offers open-concept homes in the heart of the valley. Enjoy suburban charm in a central location with easy access to AZ Loop 202, Gilbert Gateway Town Center, San Tan Village, Queen Creek Marketplace, and so much more.
Amenities
- Clubhouse
- Fitness center
- Pickleball court
- Playground
- Pool
Schools
- Boulder Creek Elementary School | Pre-K – Grade 6
Offers a Gifted & Talented program
- Desert Ridge Jr. High School | Grades 7 – 8
Offers a Gifted & Talented program
- Desert Ridge High School | Grades 8 –12
Offers AP courses and a Gifted & Talented program
Collections at Hawes Crossing
Four collections give you plenty of options to choose from that fit your lifestyle.
Hawes Crossing Venture I Collection
- 3-4 beds | 2.5-3.5 baths | 1,630-2,409 square feet | 2-car garage | 2-story
Hawes Crossing Discovery Collection
- 2-5 beds | 2-4 baths | 1,715-2,961 square feet | 2-3-car garage | 1-2 story
Hawes Crossing Encore Collection
- 2-6 beds | 3-4 baths | 1,938-3,568 square feet | 2-3-car garage | 1-2-story
Hawes Crossing Landmark Collection
3-6 beds | 2-4.5 baths | 1,977-3,495 square feet | 2-3-car garage | 1-2-story
Thanks for Reading!
All three Phoenix communities earned their place among the nation’s best for a reason. Beautiful homes, gorgeous surroundings, great schools, and a welcoming sense of community make them places you’ll love coming home to.
