WOW! DESERT LIVING PRICED TO SELLl! One of only 4 homes designed by Modernist Architect Alfred Newman Beadle in Desert Ranch, this residence stands as a rare example of Beadle's timeless desert architecture. Designed for the original developer, it has been thoughtfully expanded and reimagined, retaining Beadle's signature modern line, deep overhangs, and seamless connection to the land. Set on over 2 pristine desert acres, home features floor-to-ceiling glass, a chef's kitchen, generous primary suite, private patios w/mountain views. Finishes include hand-troweled stucco, commercial grade roof. Outdoors, pebble-finish pool, shaded terraces, detached 3-car glass-door garage w/workshop/storage! Expertly maintained, beautifully renewed, this home is a rare example of authentic Desert Modern! Alfred Newman Beadle | Desert Ranch Original
Address: 34848 N Desert Ridge Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Architect: Alfred Newman Beadle
One of a very limited collection of Alfred Newman Beadle residences within the original Desert Ranch enclave, this property represents a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Arizona modernist heritage--set within one of North Scottsdale's most serene and unspoiled desert settings.
Originally designed by Beadle for the community's developer, the home is a pure expression of desert modernism--defined by clean horizontal lines, balanced massing, and a profound connection to the surrounding landscape. Thoughtfully expanded and meticulously renewed, it preserves the integrity of Beadle's vision while elevating livability for today's luxury buyer.
Positioned on more than two pristine acres, the setting is as compelling as the architecture itself--offering uninterrupted desert vistas, exceptional privacy, and the quiet beauty of open Sonoran terrain. Here, expansive skies, vibrant sunsets, and the stillness of the desert become part of everyday living.
A dramatic arrival sequence opens to light-filled interiors where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves boundaries between indoors and out. The home's signature "Beadle Box" concept remains intact, enhanced by modern updates including a refined chef's kitchen that anchors the living spaces and opens effortlessly to outdoor patios and view corridors.
Dual primary suites provide flexibility and comfort, each offering spa-like baths and a tranquil connection to the desert landscape. Throughout the home, materials reflect enduring quality and authenticity, including hand-troweled colored stucco and a commercial-grade roofing system designed for longevity.
Outdoor living is equally compelling--designed for both quiet reflection and elevated entertaining. A pebble-finish pool, shaded terraces, and intimate courtyards are framed by mountain views and natural desert vegetation, creating a resort-like environment under endless Arizona skies.
A newer detached three-car garage with glass doors and dedicated workshop space adds a rare and highly functional amenity--ideal for collectors, hobbyists, or those seeking additional flexibility without compromising architectural integrity.
Located within the original Desert Ranch--an early vision of refined desert living conceived prior to the rise of surrounding master-planned communities--this property maintains its distinct identity, separate from nearby developments. The remaining homesites continue to reflect the area's legacy of space, design, and connection to the land.
Surrounded by desert preserves and within close proximity to world-class golf, hiking, and the dining and lifestyle offerings of North Scottsdale and Cave Creek, this home offers a unique balance of architectural significance, natural beauty, and elevated desert living.
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Features at a Glance
* One of only a handful of Beadle-designed homes in Desert Ranch
* Designed for the original developer by Alfred Newman Beadle
* Expanded and reimagined while preserving architectural integrity
* 2+ acres of pristine Sonoran Desert with mountain & vista views
* Signature elements: deep overhangs, ground-level glazing, "Beadle Box" plan
* Floor-to-ceiling glass with seamless indoor/outdoor living
* Chef's kitchen with quality finishes and view-oriented design
* Dual primary suites with spa-like baths and private patio access
* Hand-troweled colored stucco exterior, commercial-grade roof
* Pebble-finish pool, multiple terraces, and shaded outdoor living spaces
* Detached 3-car glass-door garage with workshop & storage (rare for Beadle)
For sale
Price increase: $5K (5/30)
$2,000,000
34848 N DESERT RIDGE Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
3beds
3,430sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
2.38 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$583/sqft
$37/mo HOA
What's special
Serene desert eveningsPebble-finish poolDual primary suitesSpa-like bathsShaded terraces for entertainingDeep overhangsLight-filled interiors
- 243 days |
- 518 |
- 16 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Scott A Jarson info@azarchitecture.com,
AZArchitecture/Jarson & Jarson
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6942912

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Reverse Osmosis, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Water Purifier
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, See Remarks, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, 2 Master Baths, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s), Mechanical Sun Shds
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,430
- Total interior livable area: 3,430 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage, Circular Driveway, Storage, Detached
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bath Roll-In Shower
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Other, Storage, RV Hookup
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool, Fenced
- Spa features: None, Bath
- Fencing: See Remarks,Other,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Wash
Lot
- Size: 2.38 Acres
- Features: Borders Common Area, East/West Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Natural Desert Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Details
- Parcel number: 21646012
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Other,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Synthetic Stucco, Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Slump Block
- Roof: Other,See Remarks
Condition
- Year built: 1981
Details
- Builder name: Al Beadle Architect
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City Water
Green energy
- Water conservation: Recirculation Pump
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: DESERT RANCH LOTS 1 THROUGH 12 & TRACT C D E BLOCK
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $448 annually
- HOA name: Desert Ranch HOA
- HOA phone: 847-438-5008
Location
- Region: Scottsdale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $583/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,111,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,168
- Date on market: 11/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 244 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2026 | Price change | $2,000,000+0.3%$583/sqft |
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| 4/30/2026 | Price change | $1,995,000-3.6%$582/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Price change | $2,070,000-1.2%$603/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Price change | $2,095,000-0.2%$611/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Price change | $2,100,000-1.2%$612/sqft |
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| 2/8/2026 | Price change | $2,125,000-0.2%$620/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,129,000-7.2%$621/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Listing removed | $2,295,000$669/sqft |
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| 4/10/2025 | Price change | $2,295,000-1.3%$669/sqft |
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| 3/12/2025 | Price change | $2,325,000-2.1%$678/sqft |
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| 12/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,375,000-8.7%$692/sqft |
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| 6/1/2024 | Listing removed | $2,600,000$758/sqft |
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| 3/17/2024 | Price change | $2,600,000-5.5%$758/sqft |
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| 2/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,750,000+525%$802/sqft |
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| 1/31/2001 | Sold | $440,000$128/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,793 +0.4% | $111,150 +0% |
| 2024 | $2,782 +1.8% | $111,140 +93.8% |
| 2023 | $2,733 -0.1% | $57,343 -13.9% |
| 2022 | $2,737 -8.5% | $66,590 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $2,991 +3.3% | $62,330 +20.5% |
| 2020 | $2,896 +3.1% | $51,730 +3.7% |
| 2019 | $2,810 | $49,870 +11% |
| 2018 | $2,810 +4.2% | $44,930 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $2,698 +5.8% | $43,550 +1.4% |
| 2016 | $2,550 -11.7% | $42,940 +10.5% |
| 2015 | $2,888 | $38,850 -12.6% |
| 2014 | -- | $44,430 -15.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $52,730 |
| 2012 | -- | $52,730 -10% |
| 2011 | -- | $58,600 -11.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,070 +20.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $54,790 -16.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $65,780 +8.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $60,610 +48.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $40,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $40,700 +3.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $39,450 |
| 2003 | -- | $39,450 +27.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $30,950 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Legend Trail
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Desert Sun AcademyGrades: PK-6Distance: 6.2 mi
- 10/10Cactus Shadows High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 5.1 mi
- 4/10Sonoran Trails Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 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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- Arizona
- Maricopa County
- Scottsdale
- 85262
- Legend Trail
- 34848 N DESERT RIDGE Drive





