$1,395,000
Carefree, AZ 85377
MLS# 7018014
3 beds | 4 baths

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Open House (04/25/2026 - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm)
Property Description
Tucked into the serene high desert of Carefree, this exceptional Santa Fe-style estate captures the essence of Arizona living with breathtaking, unobstructed mountain views in every direction. Set on an expansive 4.5-acre south-facing parcel, the property offers unmatched privacy along with both sun-filled days and stunning sunset views across the desert horizon. A long, welcoming driveway--lined with mature saguaros--creates a dramatic arrival experience, especially at night when the iconic cacti are beautifully illuminated, casting a warm desert glow. Just five minutes from the charming shops, dining, and amenities of Carefree Town Center, the home strikes a rare balance between seclusion and convenience. Designed and built by its original owners, the residence showcases timeless Santa
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Contract Information
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No
List Price: $1,395,000
Status: Active
Current Price: $1,395,000
List Date: 2026-04-23
Location, Tax & Legal
Assessor's Map #: 24
Legal Description (Abbrev): W2 SW4 SE4 SE4 & EX N 25F & EX S 40F 4.10 AC
Assessor's Parcel #: 3
Assessor Parcel Ltr: K
Tax Municipality: Carefree
Taxes: 3642
House Number: 7785
Compass: E
Street Name: Celestial
St Suffix: Street
City/Town Code: Carefree
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85377
Zip4: 4420
Country: US
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 216-24-003-K
Subdivision: METES & BOUNDS
Tax Year: 2025
General Property Description
Dwelling Styles: Detached
# of Interior Levels: 1
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Approx SQFT: 2729
Price/SqFt: 511.18
Approx Lot SqFt: 196368
Approx Lot Acres: 4.508
Horses: Y
Builder Name: Custom
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Black Mountain Elementary School
Jr. High School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: No
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Stories: 1
# Bedrooms: 3
Total Bathrooms: 4
Year Built: 1997
Legal Info
Range: 4E
Section: 26
Township: 6N
Lot Number: K
Special Listing Cond
N/A: 1
Construction
Wood Frame: 1
Const - Finish
Painted: 1
Stucco: 1
Roofing
Foam: 1
Association & Fees
HOA Y/N: N
PAD Fee Y/N: N
Land Lease Fee Y/N: N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 0
Showing Notification Methods
Showing Service: Aligned Showings
Lockbox Type
Supra: 1
Architecture
Territorial/Santa Fe: 1
Master Bathroom
Full Bth Master Bdrm: 1
Separate Shwr & Tub: 1
Double Vanity: 1
Private Toilet Room: 1
Master Bedroom
Split: 1
Additional Bedroom
Separate Bedroom Exit: 1
Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet: 1
Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet: 1
Fireplace Features
Gas Fireplace: 1
Exterior Fireplace: 1
Flooring
Carpet: 1
Tile: 1
Dining Area
Formal: 1
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Breakfast Nook: 1
Dining in LR/GR: 1
Heating
Forced Air: 1
Natural Gas: 1
View
Desert: 1
Panoramic: 1
Mountain(s): 1
Kitchen Features
Built-In Electric Oven: 1
Dishwasher: 1
Built-in Microwave: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Reverse Osmosis: 1
Gas Cooktop: 1
Granite Counters: 1
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Central Air: 1
Interior Features
9+ Flat Ceilings: 1
Water Softener Owned: 1
Laundry
Washer Included: 1
Dryer Included: 1
Inside: 1
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Separate Den/Office
Sep Den/Office Y/N: N
Fencing
Front Yard: 1
Block: 1
Wrought Iron: 1
Water Source
Private Well: 1
Exterior Features
Built-in BBQ: 1
Covered Deck: 1
Patio: 1
Spa
Above Ground: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Septic-In & Connected: 1
Parking Spaces
Slab Parking Spaces: 3
Total Covered Spaces: 3
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features
Separate Strge Area: 1
Side Vehicle Entry: 1
Attached Garage: 1
Direct Access: 1
Extended Length Garage: 1
Garage Door Opener: 1
Foundation Details
Slab: 1
New Financing
Cash: 1
VA: 1
Conventional: 1
1031 Exchange: 1
Utilities
APS: 1
SW Gas: 1
Existing 1st Loan
Treat as Free&Clear: 1
Property Description
North/South Exposure: 1
Landscaping
Desert Front: 1
Natural Desert Back: 1
Disclosures
Seller Discl Avail: 1
Agency Discl Req: 1
Possession
By Agreement: 1
Association Fee Incl
No Fees: 1
Assoc Rules/Info
None: 1
Remarks Misc
Cross Street: Cave Creek & Tom Darlington
Directions: Carefree Highway & Scottsdale Rd Directions: Scottsdale Drive turns into Tom Darlington Drive as you head north, continue through the 4 way stop sign at Tom Darlington & Cave Creek, Tom Darlington turns into Sundance Trail, Left on Tranquil Trail, Right on Celestial Street, see home and sign on right side of street.
Geo Lat: 33.829224
Geo Lon: -111.912381
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: N/A
Architecture: Territorial/Santa Fe
View: Desert; Panoramic; Mountain(s)
Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room
Master Bedroom: Split
Additional Bedroom: Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet
Fireplace Features: Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet; Tile
Spa: Above Ground
Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Breakfast Nook; Dining in LR/GR
Kitchen Features: Built-In Electric Oven; Gas Cooktop; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Reverse Osmosis; Granite Counters
Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Inside
Foundation Details: Slab
Interior Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings; Water Softener Owned
Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Covered Deck; Patio
Parking Features: Attached Garage; Direct Access; Extended Length Garage; Garage Door Opener; Separate Strge Area; Side Vehicle Entry
Construction: Wood Frame
Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco
Roofing: Foam
Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas
Utilities: APS; SW Gas
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic Tank; Septic-In & Connected
Fencing: Front Yard; Wrought Iron; Block
Property Description: North/South Exposure
Landscaping: Desert Front; Natural Desert Back
Lockbox Type: Supra
Possession: By Agreement
Association Fee Incl: No Fees
Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear
New Financing: Cash; VA; Conventional; 1031 Exchange
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Supplements
Fe architecture with thoughtful custom details throughout. The 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom open-concept floor plan is designed for both comfort and effortless entertaining, with a spacious great room anchored by a cozy fireplace and seamless flow into the main living areas. High-quality windows and doors frame sweeping views while enhancing natural light and indoor-outdoor living. A beautifully manicured, walled front garden adds charm and privacy, creating a tranquil entry experience. Step outside to discover multiple patio spaces, each perfectly positioned to take in the surrounding scenery, along with an inviting outdoor fireplace ideal for enjoying Arizona's desert evenings year-round. The expansive grounds offer ample space to add a pool and spa, as well as the opportunity to build a detached guest house if desired. A standout feature is the fully functioning private well, providing both household and landscaping water--an invaluable asset that delivers sustainability and significant cost savings. This meticulously maintained, move-in ready home presents a rare opportunity to own a true desert retreat where authentic design, natural beauty, and modern livability come together in one extraordinary setting.
Listing Office: Compass
Last Updated: April - 24 - 2026
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