12120 E. Cortez Drive is a rare modern luxury retreat in the highly sought-after Sonoran Arroyos community, just moments from Ancala Country Club. Thoughtfully reimagined with a clean, design-forward aesthetic, this fully turnkey residence blends sophisticated finishes with effortless everyday living. Wide-plank wood flooring, imported tile, designer cabinetry, modern lighting, and great attention to detail create a refined yet warm atmosphere throughout.
At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen is designed to impress with premium Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, striking custom finishes, and seamless flow into the expansive living and entertaining spaces. New windows and doors flood the home with natural light while enhancing comfort and efficiency. Every detail has been elevated, including custom closets, new interior doors, and fresh interior and exterior paint, delivering a true move-in-ready luxury experience.
Surrounded by Scottsdale's premier golf, hiking, dining, and resort amenities -- and conveniently located near Mayo Clinic and great schools -- this is the ideal home for the buyer seeking modern luxury, effortless style, and turnkey living in one of North Scottsdale's most desirable enclaves.
For sale
Price cut: $100K (8/21)
$2,395,000
12120 E Cortez Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85259
5beds
4,026sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
0.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$595/sqft
$89/mo HOA
What's special
Sophisticated finishesModern lightingStriking custom finishesClean design-forward aestheticCustom closetsDesigner cabinetryWide-plank wood flooring
- 126 days |
- 853 |
- 43 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Daniel Peden 480-229-8656,
First Team Real Estate,
Janelle N Flaherty 602-615-3251,
First Team Real Estate
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7012407

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Gas Oven
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Fire Pit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,026
- Total interior livable area: 4,026 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Storage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Play Pool
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
- Waterfront features: Wash
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Synthetic Grass Back
Details
- Parcel number: 21744167
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Playground
- Subdivision: Sonoran Arroyos
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $267 quarterly
- HOA name: Sonoran Arroyos
- HOA phone: 480-355-1190
Location
- Region: Scottsdale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $595/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,310,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,764
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 126 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $2,395,000-4%$595/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Price change | $2,495,000-4%$620/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Price change | $2,600,000-5.5%$646/sqft |
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| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000+69.2%$683/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Sold | $1,625,000-4.1%$404/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $1,695,000-0.3%$421/sqft |
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| 6/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,700,000+100%$422/sqft |
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| 6/7/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/6/2024 | Price change | $7,000-22.2%$2/sqft |
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| 4/27/2024 | Listed for rent | $9,000+114.3%$2/sqft |
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| 2/3/2016 | Sold | $850,000+24.1%$211/sqft |
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| 4/26/2015 | Listing removed | $4,200$1/sqft |
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| 10/20/2014 | Listed for rent | $4,200$1/sqft |
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| 10/22/2010 | Sold | $685,000-8.5%$170/sqft |
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| 9/4/2010 | Price change | $749,000-6.3%$186/sqft |
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| 8/21/2010 | Listed for sale | $799,000-29.4%$198/sqft |
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| 6/6/2006 | Sold | $1,132,500+65.2%$281/sqft |
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| 12/10/2003 | Sold | $685,500+29.3%$170/sqft |
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| 1/20/1999 | Sold | $530,000+23.3%$132/sqft |
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| 6/19/1995 | Sold | $430,000+400%$107/sqft |
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| 6/2/1994 | Sold | $86,000$21/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,726 +5% | $131,000 -4.3% |
| 2024 | $4,503 -17.6% | $136,850 +65.2% |
| 2023 | $5,467 +5.2% | $82,840 +0.4% |
| 2022 | $5,195 -5.6% | $82,530 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $5,503 +0.6% | $76,700 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $5,471 +3.6% | $71,560 +1.2% |
| 2019 | $5,279 | $70,730 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $5,279 -0.1% | $66,910 +0.4% |
| 2017 | $5,286 -7.1% | $66,620 +2.1% |
| 2016 | $5,688 +14.7% | $65,280 -3.2% |
| 2015 | $4,960 | $67,430 +11.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $60,600 +11.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $54,160 |
| 2012 | -- | $54,160 -8.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $59,160 -12.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $67,410 -8.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $74,030 -21.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $94,000 +3.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $91,050 +56.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $58,150 |
| 2005 | -- | $58,150 +20% |
| 2004 | -- | $48,450 |
| 2003 | -- | $48,450 +15.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $41,900 |
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Neighborhood: 85259
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Anasazi Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Mountainside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Desert Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Anasazi Elementary
- Middle: Mountainside Middle School
- High: Desert Mountain High School
- District: Scottsdale 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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