IMMEDIATE GOLF MEMBERSHP AT CLOSE OF ESCROW. Welcome home to this captivating Mediterranean estate, a combination of outstanding quality and attention to detail by Nance Construction + ever-changing views of the city lights, sunsets and mountains! A gracious living room welcomes visitors with soaring ceilings, cantera gas fireplace & garden doors leading to a generous dining terrace. Convivial sunlit kiitchen with large breakfast nook, writing desk and top of the line appliances. The main house features a secluded master retreat, office and 2 guest bedrooms + two multi-room casitas for the comfort and privacy of guests. Resort-like outdoor living to the south with pool, spa, fireplace and conversation terraces + private garden patio to the north with warm and inviting gas fireplace. Designated a top 'Platinum Club of America'' golf club, Desert Highlands amenities include a Jack Nicklaus championship golf course, 18-hole putting course, award winning clubhouse featuring ''Jacks'' gastropub, state of the art fitness center, Highlands Racquet Club featuring grass, clay & pickleball courts,& more. A $205,000 membership fee is due from buyer at close of escrow
For sale
Price cut: $300K (6/5)
$2,995,000
10040 E HAPPY VALLEY Road #483, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
5beds
5,216sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
1 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$574/sqft
$2,050/mo HOA
What's special
Cantera gas fireplaceSoaring ceilingsWriting deskLarge breakfast nookSecluded master retreat
- 197 days |
- 899 |
- 34 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dena Bullard 480-585-7222,
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty,
Nancy J Sertich 480-585-7222,
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6968363

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Pantry, High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Master Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows, Mechanical Sun Shds
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,216
- Total interior livable area: 5,216 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Balcony, Misting System, Private Street(s), Private Yard, Built-in Barbecue
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool, Heated
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Private
- Fencing: Block
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: North/South Exposure, Borders Preserve/Public Land, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Natural Desert Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 21704309
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
- Roof: Tile,Foam
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Details
- Builder name: Nance Construction
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Multi-Zones
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Pool, Golf, Pickleball, Gated, Community Spa, Guarded Entry, Concierge, Tennis Court(s), Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Security System Owned, Security Guard
- Subdivision: DESERT HIGHLANDS
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint
- HOA fee: $2,050 monthly
- HOA name: DESERT HIGHLANDS
- HOA phone: 480-419-3745
Location
- Region: Scottsdale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $574/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,021,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,015
- Date on market: 2/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 197 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Price change | $2,995,000-9.1%$574/sqft |
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| 3/13/2026 | Price change | $3,295,000-3.1%$632/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,400,000+87.3%$652/sqft |
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| 1/4/2021 | Sold | $1,815,000-6.9%$348/sqft |
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| 11/30/2020 | Pending sale | $1,949,000$374/sqft |
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| 10/8/2020 | Price change | $1,949,000-2.5%$374/sqft |
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| 8/11/2020 | Price change | $2,000,000-6.4%$383/sqft |
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| 4/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,137,000+81.9%$410/sqft |
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| 10/13/2017 | Sold | $1,175,000-6%$225/sqft |
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| 9/24/2017 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$240/sqft |
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| 9/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000-7.4%$240/sqft |
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| 7/27/2017 | Listing removed | $1,350,000$259/sqft |
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| 7/26/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000$259/sqft |
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| 5/29/2017 | Pending sale | $1,350,000$259/sqft |
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| 10/12/2016 | Price change | $1,350,000-10%$259/sqft |
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| 5/27/2016 | Price change | $1,500,000-6.3%$288/sqft |
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| 1/8/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+0%$307/sqft |
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| 10/1/2015 | Listing removed | $1,599,900$307/sqft |
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| 3/24/2015 | Price change | $1,599,900-4.5%$307/sqft |
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| 12/11/2014 | Price change | $1,675,000-4.3%$321/sqft |
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| 10/1/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,749,900+3.2%$335/sqft |
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| 9/9/2014 | Listing removed | $12,000$2/sqft |
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| 7/6/2014 | Listed for rent | $12,000$2/sqft |
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| 6/5/2014 | Listing removed | $1,695,900$325/sqft |
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| 2/8/2014 | Listed for sale | $1,695,900-19.2%$325/sqft |
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| 2/9/2007 | Sold | $2,100,000+23.5%$403/sqft |
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| 12/6/2002 | Sold | $1,700,000+60.4%$326/sqft |
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| 3/17/1998 | Sold | $1,060,000+473%$203/sqft |
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| 6/16/1994 | Sold | $185,000-35.7%$35/sqft |
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| 1/6/1994 | Sold | $287,500$55/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,590 -2% | $202,110 +12% |
| 2024 | $5,705 +1.8% | $180,530 +58.4% |
| 2023 | $5,606 -0.6% | $113,957 +5% |
| 2022 | $5,643 -13.9% | $108,530 +2.8% |
| 2021 | $6,554 -7.7% | $105,570 +0.6% |
| 2020 | $7,102 +3.4% | $104,930 -7% |
| 2019 | $6,871 | $112,780 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $6,871 +4.8% | $109,830 +0.5% |
| 2017 | $6,555 +6.2% | $109,280 +5.3% |
| 2016 | $6,171 +5.4% | $103,810 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $5,857 | $97,370 +11.4% |
| 2014 | -- | $87,370 +4.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $83,570 |
| 2012 | -- | $83,570 -6.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $89,420 -12.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $102,550 -22.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $132,050 -17.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $160,050 +10.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $144,850 +19.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $121,350 |
| 2005 | -- | $121,350 +4% |
| 2004 | -- | $116,650 |
| 2003 | -- | $116,650 +14.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $101,750 |
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Neighborhood: Desert Highlands
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Desert Sun AcademyGrades: PK-6Distance: 3.9 mi
- 4/10Sonoran Trails Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 10/10Cactus Shadows High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Desert Sun Academy
- Middle: Sonoran Trails Middle School
- High: Cactus Shadows High School
- District: Cave Creek Unified District
Source: ARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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