5520 E Desert Forest, Cave Creek, AZ 85331 - Photo 1

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$1,000,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
3 Total Baths
1.11 Acres
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Serenity and PRIVACY await you at this SPECTACULAR HOME in GATED CASAS DEL CIELO. Lot is situated next to open space on a PREMIUM ACRE+ Cul-De-SAC LOT, with BLACK MOUNTAIN VIEWS. This home offers a completely REMODELED KITCHEN gorgeous alder cabinets, granite, upgraded appliances, kitchen island and breakfast area overlooking the patio and views. In addition to the REMODELED 2.5 BATHS & 3 bedrooms, there is a Large Bonus Room/Office or 4th bedroom. The open great room floor plan is strategically situated to enjoy the tranquility of the EXPANSIVE DESERT VIEWS and outdoor living. The beautifully landscaped, low-maintenance front & back yard, pebble-finish pool, spa, rock waterfall feature & view deck, beckon you out to enjoy the peaceful sunsets, mountain views and spectacular evening skies Home has had many updates, including upgraded lighting, all new ceiling fans, foam coating on roof, new pool heater, newer filter system, and more. Check out the documents for additional information. Close to everything wonderful about Cave Creek, while being near golf courses and restaurants of North Scottsdale. This home has it all!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5520 E Desert Forest

General

Sold For: $1,000,000
HOA FEE: $75/month
HOA FEE FREQ.: Semi-Annually
Taxes: $3,696 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: ARMLS_Arizona_MLS_Phoenix_Area
MLS ID: 6866890
Added to Site: 238 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, No Interior Steps, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
Fireplace(s): None

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Heated

Exterior

Exterior Features: Private Street(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Attch'd Gar Cabinets

Location

County: Maricopa
Township: 5N
Subdivision: CASAS DEL CIELO
Cross Streets: Cave Creek Road & Rancho Paloma

Community

Association: Yes
Assoc. Name: Casas del Cielo
Assoc. Fees Include: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: City Water
Utility Description: SW Gas

Structural Information

Exterior Const.: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
Roof: Built-Up, Foam
Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
Year Built: 1998

Lot Features

Property View: Mountain(s)
Mountain views: Yes
Lot Size (Acres): 1.11
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 48,152
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Cul-De-Sac, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Fencing (Description): Wrought Iron

Financial Considerations

Association Fee: $452
Assoc Fee Freq.: Semi-Annually
Tax Amount: $3,696
Tax Year: 2024
Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Legal Description: LOT 24 CASAS DEL CIELO MCR 037512
Property ID: 211-37-108
Range: 4E
Section: 17
Lot Number: 24

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Sold by My Home Group Real Estate

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Schools

Schools serving 5520 E Desert Forest

School District:Cave Creek Unified District

Name	Grades	Distance
Black Mountain Elementary School, Scottsdale, AZ 33606 N 60th St, Scottsdale, AZ 85266	PK-6	0.8 mi
Cactus Shadows High School 5802 E. Dove Valley Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85266	9-12	0.4 mi
Sonoran Trails Middle School 5555 East Pinnacle Vista Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85085	7-8	3.4 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 5520 E Desert Forest

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/30/2025

Sold

$1,000,000

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MLS

5/23/2025

Listed

$1,000,000

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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.

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