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Property Description
Looking for starry nights? This is it! Authentic Arizona adobe brick architecture meets modern sophistication in this updated desert retreat. Nestled on a saguaro covered hillside with panoramic mountain & golf views. This home blends 1967 character with remodeled finishes. The unique layout emphasizes a bright, airy flow, with retractable doors leading to private courtyards from every wing. Highlights include a luxury saltwater pool, four fireplaces, and a dedicated workout room & office. Enjoy the exclusivity of sprawling acreage with the convenience of nearby amenities. Move-in ready luxury near top restaurants, golf, shopping and 16 miles to TSMC. Truly a bespoke sanctuary.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5480 E Desert Creek Ln
General
- Sold For: $1,675,000
- HOA FEE: $63/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $3,128 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: ARMLS_Arizona_MLS_Phoenix_Area
- MLS ID: 6919962
- Added to Site: 390 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Reverse Osmosis, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Concrete
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Fenced
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Yard
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Maricopa
- Township: 6N
- Subdivision: DESERT CREEK AMD
- Cross Streets: Cave Creek Rd. & Rancho Manana Blvd
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Dsert Creek HOA
- Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint, Trash
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Electric, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch,
- Exterior Const.: Painted, Adobe
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Dual Pane
- Year Built: 1967
Manufactured Home
- Model: SALT POOL
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 2.66
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 115,678
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Adjacent to Wash, North/South Exposure, Hillside Lot, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Cul-De-Sac, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
- Fencing (Description): Other, Block
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Multi-Zones
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $750
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $3,128
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Legal Description: LOT 3 DESERT CREEK AMD MCR 106907
- Property ID: 211-17-055
- Range: 4E
- Section: 29
- Lot Number: 3
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Schools
Schools serving 5480 E Desert Creek Ln
School District:Cave Creek Unified District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Black Mountain Elementary School, Scottsdale, AZ 33606 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266 | PK-6 | 2.9 mi |
Cactus Shadows High School 5802 E. Dove Valley Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85266 | 9-12 | 3.2 mi |
Sonoran Trails Middle School 5555 East Pinnacle Vista Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85085 | 7-8 | 6.9 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 5480 E Desert Creek Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/01/2026
Sold
$1,675,000
-9.46%
MLS
5/07/2026
Price Reduced
$1,850,000
-6.8%
MLS
4/08/2026
Price Reduced
$1,985,000
-0.5%
MLS
3/02/2026
Price Reduced
$1,995,000
-7.21%
MLS
2/10/2026
Price Reduced
$2,150,000
-4.44%
MLS
10/30/2025
Price Increased
$2,250,000
1.12%
MLS
10/29/2025
Price Reduced
$2,225,000
-7.29%
MLS
9/15/2025
Listed
$2,400,000
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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.
5480 E Desert Creek Lane, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 (MLS# 6919962) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,675,000 on September 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 5480 E Desert Creek Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Cave Creek? You can browse all Cave Creek real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

