$5,900,000
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
MLS# 6916088
6 beds | 6 baths
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Property Description
Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, Sonoran Retreat lies within the prestigious guard-gated community of Desert Highlands and includes the rare benefit of immediate golf membership. Blending timeless Spanish Hacienda charm with modern livability, the 5,758 sq ft estate exudes character with clay tile rooflines, arched entries, and wood-beamed ceilings that reflect the enduring authenticity of Arizona architecture. With pocket doors opening to your own mountain backdrop, the home embraces a seamless indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Within its 5,758 sq ft footprint, the main residence offers 4,395 sq ft with 4 bedrooms plus an office and 4 baths, while a 1,463 sq ft private casita with 2 ensuite bedrooms, living room, kitchen, and laundry creates an ideal retreat for guests, family, and grandkids.
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Contract Information
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No
List Price: $5,900,000
Status: Active
Current Price: $5,900,000
List Date: 2025-09-05
Location, Tax & Legal
Unit #: 457
Assessor's Map #: 4
Legal Description (Abbrev): LOT 457 DESERT HIGHLANDS PHASE 2 MCR 025120
Assessor's Parcel #: 283
Tax Municipality: Scottsdale
Taxes: 6180
House Number: 10040
Compass: E
Street Name: Happy Valley
St Suffix: Road
City/Town Code: Scottsdale
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85255
Zip4: 2388
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 217-04-283
Subdivision: DESERT HIGHLANDS PHASE 2
Tax Year: 2024
General Property Description
Dwelling Styles: Attached
# of Interior Levels: 1
Approx SQFT: 5758
Price/SqFt: 1024.66
Approx Lot SqFt: 38521
Approx Lot Acres: 0.884
Guest House SqFt: 1463
Horses: N
Model: Custom
Builder Name: Custom
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Desert Sun Academy
Jr. High School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School
Community Pool Y/N: Yes
Private Pool Y/N: Yes
Planned Comm Name: Desert Highlands
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 3
Marketing Name: Desert Highlands
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Stories: 1
# Bedrooms: 6
Total Bathrooms: 6
Year Built: 1994
Legal Info
Range: 5E
Section: 6
Township: 4N
Lot Number: 457
Special Listing Cond
N/A: 1
Construction
Block: 1
Wood Frame: 1
Const - Finish
Painted: 1
Stucco: 1
Roofing
Built-Up: 1
Tile: 1
Association & Fees
HOA Y/N: Y
HOA Disclosure/Addendum Affirmation: Yes
HOA Transfer Fee: 200
HOA Fee: 1925
HOA Paid Frequency: Monthly
HOA Name: Desert Higlands
HOA Telephone: 480-419-3745
Special Assessment HOA: Yes
Special Assessment Amount Owed: 100
Special Assessment Frequency: Monthly
Payment Start Date: 2019-09-01
Payment End Date: 2028-09-28
HOA 2 Y/N: N
PAD Fee Y/N: N
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee: 100
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee $/%: $
Prepaid Association Fees HOA: 0
Disclosure Fees HOA: 0
Other Fees HOA: 0
Land Lease Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee 2 Y/N: N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 1925
Showing Notification Methods
Showing Service: Aligned Showings
Text: 1
Lockbox Type
None: 1
Architecture
See Remarks: 1
Master Bathroom
Full Bth Master Bdrm: 1
Separate Shwr & Tub: 1
Double Vanity: 1
Master Bedroom
Split: 1
Additional Bedroom
Other Bedroom Split: 1
Separate Bedroom Exit: 1
Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet: 1
Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet: 1
Master Bedroom Sitting Room: 1
Fireplace Features
Fireplace Living Rm: 1
Gas Fireplace: 1
Exterior Fireplace: 1
Flooring
Tile: 1
Wood: 1
Window Features
Dual Pane: 1
Private Pool Features
Heated: 1
Play Pool: 1
Variable Speed Pump: 1
Community Features
Biking/Walking Path: 1
Clubhouse/Rec Room: 1
Comm Tennis Court(s): 1
Community Spa: 1
Community Spa Htd: 1
Concierge: 1
Gated: 1
Golf: 1
Guarded Entry: 1
Racquetball: 1
On-Site Guard: 1
Pickleball: 1
Workout Facility: 1
Dining Area
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Breakfast Bar: 1
Breakfast Room: 1
Dining in LR/GR: 1
Heating
Electric: 1
Kitchen Features
Built In Recycling: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Disposal: 1
Gas Oven: 1
Gas Range: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Built-in Microwave: 1
Multiple Ovens: 1
Pantry: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Reverse Osmosis: 1
Walk-in Pantry: 1
Gas Cooktop: 1
Granite Counters: 1
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment: 1
Mini Split: 1
Programmable Thmstat: 1
Central Air: 1
Interior Features
Skylight(s): 1
9+ Flat Ceilings: 1
Fire Sprinkler System: 1
Water Softener Owned: 1
Soft Water Loop: 1
Water Purifier: 1
Laundry
Washer Included: 1
Dryer Included: 1
Stacked Washer/Dryer: 1
Inside: 1
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Other Rooms
Great Room: 1
Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn: 1
Media Room: 1
Separate Den/Office
Sep Den/Office Y/N: Y
Technology
Cable TV Avail: 1
High Speed Internet: 1
Ntwrk Wrng Multi Rms: 1
Smart Home: 1
Security System Owned: 1
Fencing
Block: 1
Wrought Iron: 1
Water Source
City Water: 1
Community Pool Features
Heated: 1
Lap: 1
Exterior Features
Separate Guest House: 1
Built-in BBQ: 1
Covered Patio(s): 1
Patio: 1
Gazebo: 1
Misting System: 1
Storage: 1
Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s): 1
Spa
Private: 1
Heated: 1
Sewer
Sewer - Public: 1
Parking Spaces
Slab Parking Spaces: 4
Total Covered Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features
Attch'd Gar Cabinets: 1
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s): 1
Golf Cart Garage: 1
Over Height Garage: 1
Separate Strge Area: 1
Temp Controlled: 1
Extended Length Garage: 1
Garage Door Opener: 1
New Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
1031 Exchange: 1
Plumbing
Recirculation Pump: 1
Electric Hot Wtr Htr: 1
WaterSense Faucet(s): 1
Utilities
APS: 1
SW Gas: 1
Existing 1st Loan
Treat as Free&Clear: 1
Existing 1st Loan Terms
Non Assumable: 1
Property Description
Cul-De-Sac Lot: 1
Borders Common Area: 1
Landscaping
Desert Front: 1
Desert Back: 1
Grass Back: 1
Synthetic Grass Back: 1
Yrd Wtring Sys Front: 1
Yrd Wtring Sys Back: 1
Auto Timer H2O Front: 1
Auto Timer H2O Back: 1
Services
City Services: 1
Items Updated
Floor Yr Updated: 2023
Floor Partial/Full: Full
Wiring Yr Updated: 2023
Wiring Partial/Full: Full
Plmbg Yr Updated: 2023
Plmbg Partial/Full: Full
Ht/Cool Yr Updated: 2025
Ht/Cool Partial/Full: Full
Roof Yr Updated: 2023
Roof Partial/Full: Full
Kitchen Yr Updated: 2023
Kitchen Partial/Full: Full
Bath(s) Yr Updated: 2023
Bath(s) Partial/Full: Full
Rm Adtn Yr Updated: 2024
Rm Adtn Partial/Full: Full
Pool Yr Updated: 2023
Pool Partial/Full: Full
Unit Style
All on One Level: 1
Disclosures
Seller Discl Avail: 1
Agency Discl Req: 1
Possession
Close of Escrow: 1
Association Fee Incl
Common Area Maint: 1
Street Maint: 1
Assoc Rules/Info
Pets OK (See Rmrks): 1
No Visible Truck Trailer RV Boat: 1
Clubhouse: 1
Self Managed: 1
Remarks Misc
Cross Street: Pima & Happy Valley Road
Directions: Happy Valley Rd east 1.2 miles to Golf Club Drive, north through the guard gate to Desert Highlands. Guard gate will provide map and direct you to the property.
Geo Lat: 33.723976
Geo Lon: -111.876595
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: N/A
Architecture: See Remarks
Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity
Master Bedroom: Split
Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Master Bedroom Sitting Room
Fireplace Features: Fireplace Living Rm; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace
Flooring: Tile; Wood
Window Features: Dual Pane
Private Pool Features: Heated; Play Pool; Variable Speed Pump
Community Pool Features: Heated; Lap
Spa: Private; Heated
Community Features: Biking/Walking Path; Clubhouse/Rec Room; Comm Tennis Court(s); Community Spa; Community Spa Htd; Concierge; Gated; Golf; Guarded Entry; Racquetball; On-Site Guard; Pickleball; Workout Facility
Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen; Breakfast Bar; Dining in LR/GR; Breakfast Room
Kitchen Features: Gas Oven; Gas Range; Gas Cooktop; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Reverse Osmosis; Built In Recycling; Multiple Ovens; Pantry; Walk-in Pantry; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island
Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Stacked Washer/Dryer; Inside
Other Rooms: Great Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn; Media Room
Interior Features: Skylight(s); 9+ Flat Ceilings; Fire Sprinkler System; Water Softener Owned; Soft Water Loop; Water Purifier
Technology: Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet; Ntwrk Wrng Multi Rms; Security System Owned; Smart Home
Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Gazebo; Misting System; Patio; Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House; Storage
Parking Features: Attch'd Gar Cabinets; Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s); Extended Length Garage; Garage Door Opener; Golf Cart Garage; Over Height Garage; Separate Strge Area; Temp Controlled
Construction: Block; Wood Frame
Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco
Roofing: Built-Up; Tile
Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s); Programmable Thmstat; ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment; Mini Split
Heating: Electric
Plumbing: Recirculation Pump; Electric Hot Wtr Htr; WaterSense Faucet(s)
Utilities: APS; SW Gas
Water Source: City Water
Sewer: Sewer - Public
Services: City Services
Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block
Property Description: Cul-De-Sac Lot; Borders Common Area
Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Grass Back; Synthetic Grass Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back
Showing Notification Methods: Text
Lockbox Type: None
Possession: Close of Escrow
Unit Style: All on One Level
Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint; Street Maint
Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear
Existing 1st Loan Terms: Non Assumable
New Financing: Cash; Conventional; 1031 Exchange
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Supplements
Designed for both intimacy and entertaining, the property unfolds across a signature courtyard and multiple patios that extend to a sparkling pool, elevated spa, dramatic fire features, and lush desert landscaping... a true desert sanctuary. Embracing the new while honoring the past, this reimagined estate stands as one of North Scottsdale's most captivating and charming home transformations.
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Listing Office: RETSY
Last Updated: October - 26 - 2025
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