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10040 E Happy Valley Road, 457, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
$5,900,000
Property Type:
Residential
Bedrooms:
6
Baths:
6
Square Footage:
5,758
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
38,521
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$5,900,000
Last Modified:
9/14/2025
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.
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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More Information MLS# 6916088
Contract Information
List Price: $5,900,000
Status: Active
Current Price: $5,900,000
List Date: 2025-09-05
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No
Location Tax Legal
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 Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Attached
Exterior Stories: 1
# of Interior Levels: 1
# Bedrooms: 6
# Bathrooms: 6
Approx SQFT: 5758
Price/SqFt: 1024.66
Guest House SqFt: 1463
Horses: N
Model: Custom
Builder Name: Custom
Year Built: 1994
Approx Lot SqFt: 38521
Approx Lot Acres: 0.884
Community Pool Y/N: Yes
Private Pool Y/N: Yes
Planned Comm Name: Desert Highlands
Marketing Name: Desert Highlands
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
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
Legal Info
Township: 4N
Range: 5E
Section: 6
Lot Number: 457
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
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
Parking Spaces
Garage Spaces: 4
Slab Parking Spaces: 4
Total Covered Spaces: 4
Showing Notification Methods
Showing Service: Aligned Showings
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: 3+ Fireplace; Fireplace Living Rm; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace
Flooring: Tile; Wood
Windows: 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: Range/Oven Gas; 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
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 Sys 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; Mountain View(s); 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 Ln Trms: Non Assumable
New Financing: Cash; Conventional; 1031 Exchange
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Documents
Listing Office: RETSY
Last Updated: September - 14 - 2025

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