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Sold for $1,080,000
  • $1,080,000

    8956 E VENUS Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377

    4beds
    2baths
    2,814sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1980
    1.08 Acres Lot
    $1,270,500 Zestimate®
    $384/sqft
    $7,051 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,270,500

    $1.16M - $1.41M

    $7,051/mo

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    What's special

    Come fall in love with this custom architectural & newly remodeled home on acreage with million dollar mountain views that has just graced the market!!! The exquisite finishes selected on this Sonoran style home include bleached oak flooring through-out, soaring vaulted ceilings, wood casings windows, 2 fireplaces, a brand new kitchen, remodeled baths, 3 car garage, remodeled pool & new front & back landscaping all set below Desert Mountain's stunning views! As you walk down the brick entry through your new front doors that open into soaring 20 foot ceilings with skylights, you can immediately envision you life unfolding here! The newly remodeled kitchen walls have been opened opened up, white quartz waterfall counters w/ veining, custom 2-tone cabinets w/ rose gold hardware, white Cafe line appliances & fridge, under-mount sink w/ rose gold goose-neck faucet w/ stunning views overlooking the backyard, peninsula seating for many, dramatic quartz backsplash all the way up the wall, stainless hood & its' own sky light too! The separate oversize dining room is surrounded by windows is adorned by an elegant chandelier for entertaining. The primary bedroom is just lovely with its' own wood burning fireplace, plantation shutters, walk-in closet & exterior exit. A custom barn door takes you into the primary bath which has just been remodeled too w/ marble floors, shaker cabinets, vessel sinks, new mirrors & light fixtures, custom-tiled shower & soaking tub under an adorable window that just completes the setting! The guest bath is next to the other 3 bedrooms for convenience & has been remodeled too with the same beautiful quartz counters, marble flooring, subway tile backsplash, round black mirrors, custom tiled shower w/ glass doors & a seat too! Other interior finishes not to be missed: all new "Alabaster" paint, new floorboards, real wood doors, wood burning brick adorned fireplaces in family & master, new fans, new toilets, 2 closets in 2 of the bedrooms & new front & patio doors too! The front yard is a desert paradise and the long driveway takes you to your newly epoxied extended length 3 car garage! The best selling feature of this home is the backyard views from the wrap-around brick patio w/ built in BBQ over looking your newly refinished sparkling pool! Enjoy Arizona's sunsets here amongst your newly landscaped yard including new astro turf & multiple palm trees. The views of the mountains are just majestic w/ no homes behind. This estate is truly one of a kind w/ an open-floor-plan concept, no interior steps, windows & skylights galore, low maintenance landscaping, North & South exposure all nestled on a quiet street in the highly prestigious custom home neighborhood of Velvet Shadows. So close to all the amenities, events, and attractions in Carefree and Cave Creek adds to the convenience and desirability of this home. Come witness for yourself the beauty of this serene retreat set amongst AZ's most tranquil desert landscape!

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    Listed by:

    Brooke Zandt 480-620-8200,

    Realty ONE Group

    Bought with:

    Stephen C Ensign, SA693570000

    W and Partners, LLC

    Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6719210MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Programmable Thmstat
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Cooktop
    Features
    • High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Tile
    • Windows: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Living Room, Master Bedroom
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,814
    • Total interior livable area: 2,814 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 7
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage
    • Garage spaces: 3
    • Uncovered spaces: 4
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
    • Exterior features: Built-in Barbecue
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: Play Pool
    • Spa features: None
    • Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s)
    Lot
    • Size: 1.08 Acres
    • Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Gravel/Stone Front, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
    Details
    • Parcel number: 21911034

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
    • Roof: Built-Up,Foam
    Condition
    • Year built: 1980

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: City Water

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Biking/Walking Path
    • Subdivision: VELVET SHADOWS
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Maintenance Grounds
    • HOA fee: $60 annually
    • HOA name: Carefree Shadows
    • HOA phone: 480-575-8032
    Location
    • Region: Carefree

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $384/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $856,600
    • Annual tax amount: $2,167
    • Date on market: 7/16/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 133 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/24/2024Sold$1,080,000-1.8%$384/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6719210 Report a problem
    9/11/2024Price change$1,100,000-4.3%$391/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6719210 Report a problem
    8/8/2024Price change$1,149,000-0.5%$408/sqft
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    7/23/2024Price change$1,155,000-1.7%$410/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6719210 Report a problem
    6/14/2024Listed for sale$1,175,000+43.3%$418/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6719210 Report a problem
    5/1/2024Sold$820,000-14.1%$291/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6666728 Report a problem
    4/20/2024Pending sale$955,000$339/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6666728 Report a problem
    4/15/2024Contingent$955,000$339/sqft
    Source: HomeSmart #6666728 Report a problem
    4/12/2024Listed for sale$955,000$339/sqft
    Source: HomeSmart #6666728 Report a problem
    4/6/2024Contingent$955,000$339/sqft
    Source: HomeSmart #6666728 Report a problem
    3/14/2024Price change$955,000-2.1%$339/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6666728 Report a problem
    2/29/2024Price change$975,000-2%$346/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6666728 Report a problem
    1/18/2024Price change$995,000-5.2%$354/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6629129 Report a problem
    12/26/2023Price change$1,050,000-6.3%$373/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6629129 Report a problem
    12/14/2023Price change$1,120,000-3.4%$398/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6629129 Report a problem
    11/28/2023Price change$1,160,000-2.9%$412/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6629129 Report a problem
    11/10/2023Listed for sale$1,195,000+129.8%$425/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #6629129 Report a problem
    7/25/2019Sold$520,000-7%$185/sqft
    Source: ARMLS #5907565 Report a problem
    7/17/2019Pending sale$559,000$199/sqft
    Source: Long Realty The FOX Group #5907565 Report a problem
    5/4/2019Price change$559,000-4.4%$199/sqft
    Source: Long Realty The Fox Group - Scottsdale #5907565 Report a problem
    4/6/2019Listed for sale$585,000+116.7%$208/sqft
    Source: Long Realty The FOX Group #5907565 Report a problem
    7/15/1997Sold$270,000$96/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,562 -15.1%$85,660 -2.4%
    2024$1,840 -10.5%$87,760 +61.6%
    2023$2,055 -3.2%$54,312 +4.3%
    2022$2,123 -9.6%$52,080 +4.2%
    2021$2,349 -12.3%$49,960 +1.6%
    2020$2,678 +3.5%$49,150 +1.3%
    2019$2,588 $48,520 +3%
    2018$2,588 +3.3%$47,110 +8.1%
    2017$2,505 +6.7%$43,580 -1%
    2016$2,348 +7.6%$44,020 +14.4%
    2015$2,181 $38,480 +9.9%
    2014-- $35,010 -2.2%
    2013-- $35,780
    2012-- $35,780 -10%
    2011-- $39,760 -16.7%
    2010-- $47,750 -13.1%
    2009-- $54,960 +2.1%
    2008-- $53,850 +6.4%
    2007-- $50,600 +46.7%
    2006-- $34,500
    2005-- $34,500 +5.3%
    2004-- $32,750
    2003-- $32,750 +27.2%
    2002-- $25,750
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 85377

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Black Mountain Elementary School
    • Middle: Sonoran Trails Middle School
    • High: Shadow Mountain 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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