Architecturally unique and truly one-of-a-kind, this resort-style retreat is nestled on nearly an acre in the heart of Fountain Hills. Designed into a sloped desert setting with thoughtful terracing, the property allows multiple levels of outdoor living to be fully enjoyed. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, a spacious primary suite with sitting area, and an inviting loft, the home offers soaring vaulted ceilings and light-filled interiors. Expansive mountain views, panoramic desert views and a natural wash bordering the property create an exceptional connection to nature, while the backyard features a sparkling pool, multiple seating areas, and serene spaces to enjoy the surrounding desert beauty.
Pending
$825,000
16609 E EMERALD Drive, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
3beds
2,249sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,854/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1 Acres Lot
$818,200 Zestimate®
$367/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sparkling poolExpansive mountain viewsInviting loftLight-filled interiorsPanoramic desert viewsSoaring vaulted ceilingsMultiple seating areas
- 62 days |
- 131 |
- 3 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
David J Oesterle 602-920-6888,
RE/MAX Excalibur
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7035817
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Master Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Frame
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,249
- Total interior livable area: 2,249 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Attch'd Gar Cabinets
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Variable Speed Pump, Outdoor Pool
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Perimeter,Back Yard,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Wash
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Features: North/South Exposure, Hillside Lot, Borders Preserve/Public Land, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Details
- Parcel number: 17607239
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Block
- Roof: Tile,Concrete
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Pvt Water Company
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf
- Subdivision: FOUNTAIN HILLS ARIZONA FINAL PLAT NO 203
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: Other (See Remarks)
Location
- Region: Fountain Hills
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $367/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $595,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,122
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 62 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$818,200
$777,000 - $859,000
$3,739/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $825,000$367/sqft |
Source:  ARMLS #7035817 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+111.5%$367/sqft |
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| 3/8/2004 | Sold | $390,000+66%$173/sqft |
Source: ARMLS #2101500 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/1995 | Sold | $235,000+17.6%$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/1994 | Sold | $199,900+3.6%$89/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/1994 | Sold | $192,869$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,639 -1.6% | $59,520 -8% |
| 2024 | $1,666 +3.6% | $64,730 +66.2% |
| 2023 | $1,608 -19.3% | $38,954 -5.2% |
| 2022 | $1,994 -8.3% | $41,080 +7.5% |
| 2021 | $2,173 -2.4% | $38,200 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $2,227 +0.5% | $36,580 +4.6% |
| 2019 | $2,217 | $34,970 +2.8% |
| 2018 | $2,217 +4.2% | $34,010 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $2,127 +8.1% | $33,460 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $1,967 +12.6% | $33,270 +10.3% |
| 2015 | $1,747 | $30,150 +20.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $25,110 +8.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $23,150 |
| 2012 | -- | $23,150 -21.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,480 -16.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $35,330 -16.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $42,210 -6.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $45,150 +5.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $42,700 +67.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $25,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $25,500 +9% |
| 2004 | -- | $23,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $23,400 +17.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $19,900 |
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Neighborhood: 85268
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10McDowell Mountain Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.7 mi
- 6/10Fountain Hills Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 5/10Fountain Hills High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: McDowell Mountain Elementary School
- Middle: Fountain Hills Middle School
- High: Fountain Hills High School
- District: Fountain Hills 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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