Discover the pinnacle of Arizona living in this move-in-ready, beautifully upgraded 3+ bedroom, 2-bath home with a flexible Office/Den/4th Bedroom in the gated Preserve at Sonoran Gate community in North Phoenix. Backing directly to the 9,600-acre Sonoran Desert Preserve, this home offers unparalleled privacy and tranquil living with stunning desert mountain views and vibrant sunsets that must be seen to be believed. Relax and entertain in your private backyard oasis, featuring a heated saltwater pool, soothing waterfall, and lush landscaping with thriving citrus trees. Inside, the open floorplan boasts a luxurious primary suite, and a chef-inspired kitchen and designer finishes. Meticulously Maintained and Better than New. Location is perfectly positioned to enjoy proximity to amenities Location is perfectly positioned to enjoy proximity to amenities while escaping the hustle and bustle, it's an oasis of calm with direct access to Dixie Mountain and Apache Wash hiking and biking trails. The gated Family friendly community enhances your lifestyle with two playgrounds, a BBQ area, and a splash pad. Close to Scottsdale / Cave Creek / North Phoenix amenities, Shopping and Mayo Clinic. Just 30 min to PHX airport with a short commute to hot new TSMC area. Perfect Family home or Vacation Home. Visit this serene retreat to experience the peaceful ambiance and breathtaking views for yourself to unlock the lifestyle you've been dreaming of...
Sold for $750,000
$750,000
537 E BALAO Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85085
3beds
2baths
1,773sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
7,241 Square Feet Lot
$744,600 Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$3,200 Estimated rent
Home value
$744,600
$678,000 - $819,000
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Listed by:
Michael Zschunke Mike@Shift1Properties.com,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Bought with:
Shawn Evans, SA695808000
HomeSmart Realty
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6853547
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Programmable Thmstat
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Inside, Engy Star (See Rmks)
Features
- High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,773
- Total interior livable area: 1,773 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: RV Gate, Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Zero-Grade Entry, Remote Devices
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Playground, Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Variable Speed Pump, Heated
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 7,241 Square Feet
- Features: North/South Exposure, Borders Preserve/Public Land, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Details
- Parcel number: 21175214
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Stone
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 2019
Details
- Builder name: Taylor Morrison
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Playground, Biking/Walking Path
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: GATEWAY AT SONORAN PRESERVE
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Other (See Remarks)
- HOA fee: $139 monthly
- HOA name: Sonoran Gate Communi
- HOA phone: 480-539-1396
Location
- Region: Phoenix
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $423/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $568,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,288
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 152 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2025 | Sold | $750,000-2.5%$423/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Pending sale | $769,500$434/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Contingent | $769,500$434/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Price change | $769,500-0.7%$434/sqft |
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| 5/21/2025 | Price change | $775,000-1.3%$437/sqft |
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| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $785,000+8.6%$443/sqft |
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| 5/15/2023 | Sold | $723,000+0.4%$408/sqft |
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| 3/21/2023 | Pending sale | $719,900$406/sqft |
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| 3/10/2023 | Price change | $719,900-2.8%$406/sqft |
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| 1/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $741,000+71.8%$418/sqft |
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| 8/26/2019 | Sold | $431,204$243/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,263 +1% | $56,820 -9.9% |
| 2024 | $2,241 +1.6% | $63,050 +161.5% |
| 2023 | $2,206 +1.8% | $24,108 -34.1% |
| 2022 | $2,166 -2.5% | $36,560 +5.5% |
| 2021 | $2,220 +1062.6% | $34,670 +16.5% |
| 2020 | $191 +3.2% | $29,750 +1213.5% |
| 2019 | $185 | $2,265 +2% |
| 2018 | $185 +3.4% | $2,220 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $179 | $2,175 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Desert View
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Sonoran Foothills SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 5/10Barry Goldwater High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 6.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sonoran Foothills School
- Middle: Sonoran Foothills School
- High: Barry Goldwater High School
- District: Deer Valley 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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- Maricopa County
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- Desert View
- 537 E BALAO Drive
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