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Property Description
An EXCEPTIONAL 3 Bed / 3 Ba 3160 SF Carefree home, crafted by award-winning builder J.P. Malone, offers a rare blend of quality, character and serenity on .89 acres. The front desert courtyard frames picturesque Black Mountain views, while the entry foyer reveals a stunning desert-inspired backyard oasis. The living room features rich wood ceiling beams and adjoins an elegant formal dining room. Alpine granite and quartz surfaces add refined sophistication. The upgraded kitchen and baths showcase premium finishes and top appliances, including Sub-Zero, Miele, and Bosch. A hand-crafted three-way Kiva fireplace warms the Kitchen, Breakfast Nook, and Family Room. Covered patio tongue-and-groove wood ceiling, outdoor fireplace, and built-in BBQ overlooks newly renovated heated Pool & Spa. Beautiful Study with inspiring Desert and Black Mountain views to the North is adjacent to a Guest Bath and could be a third Bedroom. Flex Room with small window in Owner's Suite ideal for additional closet space, exercise room or small office. The immaculate 3-car garage features a storage closet with built-in Cabinetry and Wi-Fi enabled garage door openers. Carefree Mountain Estates is a gated enclave of 64 lots with Santa Fe inspired custom homes set among stunning mature desert landscape with Majestic Black Mountain views. Conveniently located to Schools, local Shopping, Fine Dining, nearby Recreation, numerous Music Venues and the local YMCA Gym. A pristine property that you will not want to miss!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 35078 N Sophora Dr
General
- Sold For: $1,675,000
- HOA FEE: $147/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Quarterly
- Taxes: $3,070 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: ARMLS_Arizona_MLS_Phoenix_Area
- MLS ID: 6960466
- Added to Site: 82 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Walk-in Pantry, High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Two Way Fireplace, Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Gas
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Reverse Osmosis, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Water Purifier
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Inside, Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Variable Speed Pump, Play Pool, Heated
- Security/Safety: Fire Sprinkler System, Security System Owned
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Street(s), Private Yard, Built-in Barbecue
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage, Addtn'l Purchasable, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Separate Strge Area
Location
- County: Maricopa
- Township: 5N
- Subdivision: CAREFREE MOUNTAIN ESTATES UNIT ONE
- Cross Streets: Carefree Highway and Tom Darlington/Scottsdale RD
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Carefree Mtn Estates
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint, Trash
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: City Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Territorial/Santa Fe,
- Builder: JP Malone
- Exterior Const.: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Block
- Roof: Tile, Foam
- Windows: Skylight(s), Low-Emissivity Windows, Solar Screens, Dual Pane, Mechanical Sun Shds, Tinted Windows, Wood Frames
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1996
Lot Features
- Property View: Desert, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.89
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 38,777
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Frontage: Paved, Asphalt
- Lot Features: Borders Common Area, North/South 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
- Fencing (Description): Block, Wrought Iron
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Multi-Zones
- Water Conservation: Recirculation Pump
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $440
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Quarterly
- Tax Amount: $3,070
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: LOT 26 CAREFREE MOUNTAIN ESTATES UNIT ONE MCR
- Property ID: 211-28-259
- Range: 4E
- Section: 4
- Lot Number: 26
Listed by Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Sold by Realty ONE Group
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Schools
Schools serving 35078 N Sophora Dr
School District:Cave Creek Unified District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Black Mountain Elementary School, Scottsdale, AZ 33606 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266 | PK-6 | 0.9 mi |
Cactus Shadows High School 5802 E. Dove Valley Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85266 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Sonoran Trails Middle School 5555 East Pinnacle Vista Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85085 | 7-8 | 4.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 35078 N Sophora Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/10/2026
Sold
$1,675,000
-1.18%
MLS
12/23/2025
Listed
$1,695,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
35078 N Sophora Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377 (MLS# 6960466) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,675,000 on March 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 35078 N Sophora Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Carefree? You can browse all Carefree real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

