Welcome to this breathtaking custom home situated on a cul-de-sac in the gated community of Sonoran Arroyos. No expense or detail was spared in this home. Gourmet kitchen with double islands, gas cooktop and stainless steel appliances. This home has everything you need to enjoy indoor/outdoor living. The backyard is a true resort-style oasis, new L-shaped fire pit with grilling and dining area,. oversized side burner, refrigerator, new water features, gas fire pit and two large copper fire bowls added to the ambiance. Master suite has a newly designed walk-in closet with four electric rods for your convenience, fireplace and access to your oasis. Master bathroom has a walk-in shower, soaking tub, fireplace and two vanities. There's so much to this home. You have to see it!
Sold for $2,575,000
$2,575,000
12251 E CORTEZ Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85259
5beds
4baths
3,985sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
0.36 Acres Lot
$2,532,600 Zestimate®
$646/sqft
$7,305 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,532,600
$2.30M - $2.79M
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Gas cooktopDouble islandsGrilling and dining areaResort-style oasisWalk-in closetWalk-in showerGourmet kitchen
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Listed by:
LaVonda Hardy 312-521-3223,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties,
Veronica C Adema 602-770-4879,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Bought with:
Amy Curran Foreman, SA704843000
Compass
Kirsten K Horchler, SA673740000
Compass
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6744218
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop
Features
- High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Solar Screens, Double Pane Windows, Mechanical Sun Shds, Triple Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Fire Pit, Double Sided, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Gas
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,985
- Total interior livable area: 3,985 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
- Garage spaces: 3
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Street(s), Built-in Barbecue
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Private
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Cul-De-Sac, Synthetic Grass Frnt, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back, Irrigation Front, Irrigation Back
Details
- Parcel number: 21744220
- Special conditions: Owner/Agent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Santa Barbara/Tuscan
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Multi-Zones
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Biking/Walking Path
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Security System Owned
- Subdivision: SONORAN ARROYOS NORTH PHASE 2
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint
- HOA fee: $254 quarterly
- HOA name: SONORAN ARROYOS
- HOA phone: 480-355-1190
Location
- Region: Scottsdale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $646/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,366,200
- Annual tax amount: $5,727
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 155 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/17/2025 | Sold | $2,575,000-4.1%$646/sqft |
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| 11/27/2024 | Pending sale | $2,685,000$674/sqft |
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| 11/26/2024 | Contingent | $2,685,000$674/sqft |
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| 10/22/2024 | Price change | $2,685,000-1.9%$674/sqft |
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| 9/6/2024 | Price change | $2,738,000-1.8%$687/sqft |
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| 8/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,788,000+21.2%$700/sqft |
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| 5/15/2023 | Sold | $2,300,000-4.2%$577/sqft |
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| 4/27/2023 | Pending sale | $2,400,000$602/sqft |
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| 4/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,400,000+77.9%$602/sqft |
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| 6/11/2019 | Sold | $1,349,000-3.3%$339/sqft |
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| 5/21/2019 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$350/sqft |
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| 3/1/2019 | Price change | $1,395,000-2.1%$350/sqft |
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| 2/2/2019 | Price change | $1,425,000-1.7%$358/sqft |
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| 1/16/2019 | Price change | $1,450,000-1.7%$364/sqft |
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| 12/13/2018 | Price change | $1,475,000+3.5%$370/sqft |
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| 10/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,425,000+70.7%$358/sqft |
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| 5/21/2018 | Sold | $835,000-5.1%$210/sqft |
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| 5/18/2018 | Pending sale | $879,500$221/sqft |
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| 5/9/2018 | Listed for sale | $879,500$221/sqft |
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| 5/8/2018 | Pending sale | $879,500$221/sqft |
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| 5/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $879,500+3.5%$221/sqft |
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| 12/10/2014 | Listing removed | $3,600$1/sqft |
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| 11/24/2014 | Price change | $3,600-5.3%$1/sqft |
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| 11/15/2014 | Listed for rent | $3,800$1/sqft |
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| 11/12/2014 | Listing removed | $850,000$213/sqft |
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| 9/12/2014 | Listed for sale | $850,000-17.1%$213/sqft |
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| 5/31/2007 | Sold | $1,025,000+105%$257/sqft |
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| 1/3/1997 | Sold | $500,000$125/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,033 +4.8% | $136,620 -3.7% |
| 2024 | $5,755 +1.3% | $141,870 +65.3% |
| 2023 | $5,684 -5.3% | $85,803 +0.4% |
| 2022 | $6,002 -5.1% | $85,500 +7.6% |
| 2021 | $6,322 +1% | $79,480 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $6,261 +3.3% | $74,120 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $6,062 | $73,080 +5.9% |
| 2018 | $6,062 +0.9% | $69,000 +1.4% |
| 2017 | $6,010 +3.3% | $68,020 +1.7% |
| 2016 | $5,816 +2.1% | $66,870 -3.1% |
| 2015 | $5,696 | $69,020 +10.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $62,430 +12.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $55,380 |
| 2012 | -- | $55,380 -10.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $61,950 -12% |
| 2010 | -- | $70,430 -10.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,630 -18.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $96,500 +3.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $93,500 +56.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $59,600 +21.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $49,150 |
| 2003 | -- | $49,150 +15.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $42,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 85259
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Anasazi Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Mountainside Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Desert Mountain High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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- 12251 E CORTEZ Drive
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