🌟 Sun City Lincoln Hills vs. Sun City Roseville: A Clear, Local Expert Comparison for 55+ Buyers
Trying to decide between Sun City Lincoln Hills and Sun City Roseville? You’re not alone. These two Del Webb communities are the most popular 55+ destinations in Placer County, and many buyers compare them side‑by‑side before choosing the lifestyle that fits them best.
This guide gives you a clear, practical, and locally informed framework to compare homes, HOAs, amenities, golf, location, and resale performance — written from the perspective of a Sun City Lincoln Hills resident and top-producing local expert.
Let’s dive in.
🌟 Quick Overview
Both communities offer:
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Age‑restricted 55+ living
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Clubhouses, fitness centers, pools, and social clubs
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Single‑story homes designed for accessibility
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Strong community culture and lifestyle programming
But they differ in size, amenities, HOA fees, lot types, location, and overall feel.
Your decision usually comes down to:
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Home size and layout
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HOA structure and monthly cost
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Amenities and club culture
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Golf access and fees
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Proximity to shopping, dining, and healthcare
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Resale performance and long‑term value
🌟 Homes & Floor Plans
Sun City Lincoln Hills
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Built 1999–2008
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Over 40 floor plans
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Larger lots and more architectural variety
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More premium lot types (golf, greenbelt, preserve, open space)
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Higher ceilings and more modern layouts
Sun City Roseville
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Built 1995–2000
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Over 25 floor plans
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Smaller, more intimate community footprint
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Traditional layouts and smaller lots
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Easier to navigate for buyers who prefer a compact community
How to Compare on Your Tour
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Walk several floor plans in each community
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Note natural light, accessibility, and flow
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Check garage depth and storage
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Compare model‑matched sales in both communities
🌟 HOA Structure & Costs (Updated With Accurate Fees)
Sun City Lincoln Hills
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HOA dues: $176/month (paid quarterly)
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Covers: clubhouses, pools, fitness centers, trails, common‑area landscaping, and community operations
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No sub‑associations for standard homes
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Strong reserves and long‑term planning
Sun City Roseville
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HOA dues: $225/month
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Special Use Fee: $5,000 (one‑time fee charged to buyers)
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Covers: clubhouse operations, common‑area maintenance, landscaping, and community services
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Some neighborhoods include additional sub‑HOAs
Why This Matters
Sun City Lincoln Hills offers more amenities and larger facilities while maintaining lower monthly dues, which is a major advantage for long‑term budgeting.
Sun City Roseville’s $5,000 Special Use Fee is important for buyers to understand — it’s not monthly, but it is required at purchase.
🌟 Amenities & Lifestyle
Sun City Lincoln Hills
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Two large clubhouses
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Two fitness centers
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Indoor and outdoor pools
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Miles of walking trails
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Dozens of clubs and interest groups
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Two 18‑hole golf courses
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Larger, more resort‑style feel
Sun City Roseville
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One main clubhouse
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Fitness center and pools
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One 18‑hole golf course
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Smaller, more intimate club culture
How to Compare
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Review club catalogs
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Tour at different times of day
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Ask about guest policies
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Observe activity levels and noise patterns
🌟 Golf Options
Questions to Ask
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Is golf public, private, or semi‑private?
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What are the current fees?
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How easy is it to get tee times?
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Are carts allowed on community paths?
Match Golf to Your Lifestyle
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Frequent players: confirm membership availability and pace‑of‑play
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Occasional players: check public access and guest fees
🌟 Location & Medical Access
Sun City Lincoln Hills
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Kaiser Permanente Lincoln Medical Offices: very close
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Sutter & Kaiser Roseville Medical Centers: ~15–20 minutes
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Close to shopping in Lincoln, Rocklin, and Roseville
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Easy access to Hwy 65
Sun City Roseville
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Sutter Roseville Medical Center: extremely close
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Kaiser Roseville Medical Center: also very close
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Immediate access to Roseville’s shopping, dining, and services
Which Is Better?
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Kaiser members: SCLH is extremely convenient
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Sutter patients: SCR is slightly closer
🌟 Market & Resale Considerations
What to Review
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12–24 months of MLS data
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Price per square foot
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Median days on market
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List‑to‑sale price ratios
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Turnover rates
Resale Drivers
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Proximity to amenities
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Lot type (golf, greenbelt, preserve)
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Remodel level
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Roof, HVAC, and window age
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Accessibility upgrades
Pro Tip
Compare model‑matched sales — not just averages. Some models perform better in SCLH, others in SCR.
🌟 Side‑by‑Side Tour Checklist
Homes & Layout
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Walk at least three floor plans in each community
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Confirm year built and major system ages
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Check garage depth and storage
HOA & Fees
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Request CC&Rs, bylaws, budgets, and reserve studies
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Confirm:
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SCLH: $176/month
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SCR: $225/month + $5,000 Special Use Fee
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Ask about rental rules and landscaping responsibilities
Amenities
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Tour clubhouses, pools, fitness centers, and hobby rooms
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Review club catalogs and event schedules
Golf
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Verify membership model and fees
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Confirm tee time access
Location
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Map drive times to groceries, pharmacy, and medical providers
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Check routes to the airport and downtown Sacramento
🌟 Next Steps
Buying in a 55+ community should feel clear and confident. Before writing an offer:
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Request the full HOA packet
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Review recent MLS comps
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Tour at least twice at different times
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Confirm golf fees and policies in writing
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Schedule an inspection focused on major systems and accessibility
Shawn Claycomb — Coldwell Banker Global Luxury
I’m Shawn Claycomb, a Global Luxury Property Specialist and CFP® with Coldwell Banker® Sun Ridge — and a proud Sun City Lincoln Hills resident. I specialize in helping buyers and sellers navigate Sun City Lincoln Hills, Sun City Roseville, Springfield at Whitney Oaks, Granite Bay, Loomis, Lincoln, Rocklin, Roseville and the surrounding Placer County lifestyle communities. My mission is to provide clarity, confidence, and a seamless experience for clients seeking exceptional homes and an elevated retirement lifestyle in Northern California.
