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Price cut: $29K (6/4)

$1,199,980

8249 E CAREFREE Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377

3beds

3,103sqft

$6,835/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1981

0.98 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$387/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Oversized lotNatural desert beauty

You must check out this Carefree gem. Ideally located and backs up to the prestigious Desert Forest Golf Club, this rare opportunity sits on an expansive 42,608 sq. ft. lot in one of the most desirable areas of Carefree, AZ. With over 3,100 sq. ft. of interior space, this home is ready for your vision and creativity. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence features three fireplaces—found in the family room, kitchen, and primary suite—adding warmth, charm, and architectural character throughout. The incredible lot provides privacy, natural desert beauty, and endless potential to transform the property into a true desert retreat. Whether you're looking to reimagine the interiors, redesign the flow, or create a custom luxury haven, the open slate is waiting for you. The combination of premium location, oversized lot, and world-class golf next door makes this a standout opportunity in iconic Carefree. Embrace the potential. Elevate the lifestyle. This home is ready for its next chapter.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Washer, Dishwasher, Disposal

Features

Master Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bth Master Bdrm
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Has basement: No
Number of fireplaces: 3

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,103
Total interior livable area: 3,103 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Garage, Open
Garage spaces: 2
Uncovered spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 1
Spa features: None
Fencing: None
Has view: Yes
View description: Desert

Lot

Size: 0.98 Acres
Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, On Golf Course

Details

Parcel number: 21626055

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stucco, Wood Frame
Roof: Tile

Condition

Year built: 1981

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: City Water

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: CAREFREE FORE

HOA

Has HOA: No
Services included: No Fees

Location

Region: Carefree

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $387/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,073,800
Annual tax amount: $2,440
Date on market: 11/20/2025
Cumulative days on market: 268 days
Listing terms: Cash,FannieMae (HomePath),Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/4/2026	Price change	$1,199,980-2.4%$387/sqft
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4/28/2026	Price change	$1,228,980-1.6%$396/sqft
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2/25/2026	Price change	$1,248,980-3.8%$403/sqft
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1/23/2026	Price change	$1,298,988-7.1%$419/sqft
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11/22/2025	Listed for sale	$1,398,988+386.6%$451/sqft
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5/11/1999	Sold	$287,500$93/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,262 -0.2%	$107,380 -4.1%
2024	$2,267 +2.4%	$111,920 +91.3%
2023	$2,214 -3.2%	$58,518 -8.2%
2022	$2,287 -9.6%	$63,730 +3.3%
2021	$2,531 +3.1%	$61,710 +15.9%
2020	$2,454 +3.9%	$53,260 +0.2%
2019	$2,362	$53,170 +16%
2018	$2,362 -0.1%	$45,850 +1.1%
2017	$2,365 -5.5%	$45,350 -14.7%
2016	$2,504 +8.1%	$53,150 +7.7%
2015	$2,316	$49,330 +11.9%
2014	--	$44,080 +0.9%
2013	--	$43,670 -2%
2012	--	$44,570 -3%
2011	--	$45,950 -20%
2010	--	$57,470 -13.7%
2009	--	$66,580 +1.9%
2008	--	$65,350 +8.6%
2007	--	$60,150 +47.1%
2006	--	$40,900
2005	--	$40,900 +14.6%
2004	--	$35,685 -13.3%
2003	--	$41,150 +20.1%
2002	--	$34,250