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  • $1,600,000

    31220 N 70TH Street, Scottsdale, AZ 85266

    5beds
    3,205sqft
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    $9,422/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1980
    2.1 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $499/sqft
    $-- HOA
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    What's special

    PRIVACY, ARCHITECTURE AND 2.1 ACRES OF FREEDOM IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE. With NO HOA and a setting surrounded by mature Sonoran Desert, this distinctive Southwestern residence incorporates Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired elements with handcrafted details and a strong connection to its desert surroundings--offering genuine architectural character, generous space and the freedom to make the property your own. The interior unfolds around a dramatic central living space where a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, exposed wood beams, architectural arches and natural light create an immediate sense of warmth. Handmade mahogany and copper entry doors reinforce the craftsmanship found throughout the residence, while the beautifully updated kitchen brings a sophisticated contemporary contrast to the home's organic character. The private primary suite opens to its own patio, additional en-suite bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests, and an upstairs flex space offers options for an office, studio, media room or quiet retreat. A detached studio guest suite adds another dimension of flexibility--ideal for visitors, extended stays, a private workspace or other possibilities. Recent improvements include comprehensive roof repairs, spray-foam insulation, two 2-ton ductless heat pumps and a professional surveillance system. Outdoors is where the scale of this property truly comes alive. Multiple patios, mature desert landscaping, towering saguaros, a wood-burning fireplace, built-in BBQ and hot tub create spaces for entertaining, relaxing and watching the desert change as the sun goes down. The expansive 2.1-acre setting and NO HOA provide a rare combination of privacy and possibility in North Scottsdale. This is a home for the buyer who values individuality over repetition and character over convention. Architecture, acreage, privacy and authentic desert surroundings come together in a property that feels distinctly its own.
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    Listed by:

    Jeffrey Hill 480-621-0208,

    eXp Realty

    Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 7082430MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Electric
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Pantry, Granite Counters, Master Downstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Exterior Fireplace, Living Room
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,205
      • Total interior livable area: 3,205 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Detached Carport, Circular Driveway
      • Carport spaces: 2
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
      • Exterior features: Storage, Built-in Barbecue
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Above Ground, Heated, Private
      • Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 2.1 Acres
      • Features: Desert Front, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Synthetic Grass Frnt, Auto Timer H2O Front
      Details
      • Parcel number: 21667183A
      • Horses can be raised: Yes

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco, Other, Painted, Block
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • Year built: 1980

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Metes Bounds
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      • Services included: No Fees
      Location
      • Region: Scottsdale

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $499/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $729,200
      • Annual tax amount: $1,767
      • Date on market: 9/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 46 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Road surface type: Unimproved

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/29/2026Listed for rent$5,000$2/sqft
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        9/29/2026Listing removed$5,000$2/sqft
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        9/25/2026Listed for sale$1,600,000+20.8%$499/sqft
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        9/19/2026Listed for rent$5,000-9.1%$2/sqft
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        2/26/2026Listing removed$5,500$2/sqft
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        1/7/2026Listed for rent$5,500-15.4%$2/sqft
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        11/9/2025Listing removed$6,500$2/sqft
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        9/26/2025Listed for rent$6,500+18.2%$2/sqft
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        1/27/2025Listing removed$5,500$2/sqft
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        11/25/2024Price change$5,500-15.4%$2/sqft
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        11/4/2024Listed for rent$6,500+44.4%$2/sqft
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        9/10/2024Listing removed$1,325,000$413/sqft
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        7/6/2024Price change$1,325,000-1.8%$413/sqft
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        6/16/2024Price change$1,349,000-3.6%$421/sqft
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        4/30/2024Listed for sale$1,399,000+7.7%$437/sqft
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        4/4/2024Listing removed--
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        3/19/2024Listed for rent$4,500$1/sqft
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        2/15/2024Price change$1,299,000-2%$405/sqft
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        12/31/2023Price change$1,325,000-1.9%$413/sqft
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        10/27/2023Price change$1,350,000+3.9%$421/sqft
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        9/25/2023Price change$1,299,000-3.8%$405/sqft
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        8/16/2023Price change$1,350,000-3.5%$421/sqft
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        7/12/2023Price change$1,399,000-3.5%$437/sqft
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        7/2/2023Listed for sale$1,450,000-3.3%$452/sqft
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        5/17/2022Sold$1,500,000+87.5%$468/sqft
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        6/30/2021Sold$800,000$250/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,642 +0.4%$72,920 -4.7%
        2024$1,635 +1.3%$76,500 +125.9%
        2023$1,614 -0.1%$33,866 -28.2%
        2022$1,616 -8.5%$47,200 +4.8%
        2021$1,766 +3.3%$45,030 +9.2%
        2020$1,710 +3.1%$41,220 +2%
        2019$1,660 $40,430 +3.9%
        2018$1,660 +4.3%$38,910 +4.1%
        2017$1,592 +5.8%$37,380 +3.2%
        2016$1,504 +6%$36,210 +11.6%
        2015$1,419 $32,460 +48.7%
        2014-- $21,830 -14.9%
        2013-- $25,650
        2012-- $25,650 -6%
        2011-- $27,280 -31.1%
        2010-- $39,600 -19.8%
        2009-- $49,370 +3.7%
        2008-- $47,600 +13.9%
        2007-- $41,800 +65.2%
        2006-- $25,300
        2005-- $25,300 +3.3%
        2004-- $24,500
        2003-- $24,500 +31.4%
        2002-- $18,650
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 85266

        Getting around

        10 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        0 / 100
        No Nearby Transit
        32 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Lone Mountain Elementary School
        • 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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