Scottsdale, Arizona
Desert Mountain Homes for Sale
Desert Mountain is a gated Scottsdale community where homes average 4,135 square feet on nearly three-quarter-acre lots, with a median price of $2.76 million—nearly double the Scottsdale median. Built primarily between the late 1980s and 2026, the neighborhood spans a mix of single-story and two-story residences, each subject to HOA governance ($1,838/month median). The community centers on golf, mountain views, and resort-caliber amenities including a clubhouse, community pool and spa, and parks—creating a cohesive setting for homes ranging from $1.17 million to $14 million.
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Based on 137 closed sales over the last 12 months · price range $1,166,000 – $14,000,000 · 77% have a pool. Source: ARMLS.
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Why Desert Mountain?
- •Gated community with golf course, mountain views, and on-site clubhouse & community center
- •77% of homes include pools; median lot of 30,135 sq ft with 3-car garages standard
- •Median 4 bed, 4.5 bath floor plans averaging 4,135 sq ft at $717/sq ft
Schools
Cave Creek Unified District (Black Mountain Elementary, Sonoran Trails Middle, Cactus Shadows High).
Lifestyle
Golf-oriented mountain living with resort amenities.
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How does Desert Mountain pricing compare to greater Scottsdale?
The median price of $2.76 million is 195% above the Scottsdale median, reflecting the community's gated status, golf amenities, mountain positioning, and lot sizes averaging 30,135 square feet.
What amenities come with HOA membership?
Residents access golf, a clubhouse and community center, community pool and spa, parks and playgrounds, and mountain views throughout the gated community. The median HOA fee is $1,838 monthly.
How long do homes typically stay on market?
The median days on market is 133, with 137 closed sales in the trailing 12 months, indicating steady buyer interest across the $1.17 million to $14 million range.
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Listing data provided by Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS). Each listing is courtesy of its respective listing brokerage. This property is not representative of the displaying agent’s or brokerage’s transaction history.
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