TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY

Beverly Hills . . . Arizona Style . . .  one of the Phoenix Valley’s best-kept secrets. Hardly known by outsiders, this 16.5 square mile community is located 15 minutes from downtown Phoenix, old town Scottsdale and Sky Harbor Airport. In the 1950’s, what is now the Town of Paradise Valley, was sparsely populated, undisturbed desert wilderness.  Incorporated in May of 1961 with a population of 2,000 residents, the town has grown to an estimated 13,300 full-time residents. It has the highest median income and highest percentage of college graduates in the area. It sits at an elevation of 1,420 feet with a desert climate ranging from 44 degrees in the winter to 106 degrees in the summer. The Town of Paradise Valley is zoned almost exclusively for single-family homes on 1+ acre lots. Today the town still retains the same ambiance that was so attractive to the original settlers.  Skilled legislators have maintained the “jewel in the desert” setting for generations to come.

Location: The area north of Camelback Mountain to Mountain View Road and from Scottsdale Road on the east to 32nd Street on the west.

School District: Scottsdale Unified School District – Serving north Paradise Valley are: Cherokee Elementary School, Cocopah Middle School and Chaparrel High School. Serving South Paradise Valley are Hopi and Kiva Elementary Schools, Ingleside Middle School and Arcadia High School. Private Schools located within the Town's borders are Tesseract School and Phoenix Country Day Private School.

Attractions: Marriott's Camelback Inn Resort and Spa, El Chorro Lodge, Hermosa Inn, Marriott’s Mountain Shadows Resort, Double Tree La Posada Resort, Scottsdale Plaza Resort, Smoketree Resort, Renaissance Cottonwoods Resort and Paradise Valley Doubletree Resort.

Golf Courses: Paradise Valley Country Club (private club), Camelback Country Club (semi-private).  In addition to a private membership, the two golf courses are open to the public and used by Marriott's Camelback Inn  and Shadow Mountain Resort.

Home Price Ranges:

Single Family homes - $550,000 - $15,000,000

Patio Homes - $350,000 - $1,500,000.

Communities: The communities within The Town of Paradise Valley are as diverse as the cactus and desert plants that flourish within this desert paradise.  Whether you are looking for city views, a manicured estate property with verdant landscaping or a private desert oasis, you can find it within the boundaries of this exclusive township. Although we cannot mention every subdivision, we would like to give you a broad overview of what types of living environments are currently available in the Town of Paradise Valley. If you would like more detailed information on any one community, please contact Laura Joyner.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR VIEW PROPERTY.

Within the boundaries of the Town of Paradise Valley there are three mountains, the Phoenix Mountain Range, Camelback Mountain and Mummy Mountain. Beginning in the late 1950’s, homes were constructed both on the mountainside and along the sloping foothills of these beautiful natural wonders. In order to protect the natural landscape, the town government passed restrictive mountainside building codes.  These mountainside ordinances restricted the number of lots available for sale as well as the size of the lots. With a limited availability of building sites, many of the original homes constructed prior to 1980 are being purchased for land value and new homes are being renovated or demolished to make room for a new home. Homes built prior to 1980 are being purchased and usually renovated to bring them up to today’s standards. Today, you can purchase an old home site lot for $700,000 to $1,500,000. 

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR A GUARD-GATED HILLSIDE COMMUNITIES

La Place Du Sommet – Located on the eastern slopes of Mummy Mountain and originally developed in the late 1980’s, La Place Du Sommet has beautiful views of Paradise Valley, northeast Scottsdale, the Pima Indian Reservation, Pinnacle Peak and the McDowell Mountains. Although developed in the late 1980’s, this subdivision did not begin to blossom until the mid to late 1990’s. Today you can purchase a home priced between $1,700,000 and $4,000,000.

Las Brisas – Originally developed in the mid 1980’s, Las Brisas is still considered one of the most exclusive subdivisions in the Town. It is located on the west slope of Mummy Mountain and has views of Paradise Valley, city lights, South Mountain, Camelback Mountain and the Phoenix Mountain Preserve. From some home sites you also have views of the north Valley.  Homes are marketed from $1,800,000 to $15,000,000.

Clearwater Hills – Although considered Paradise Valley by most, Clearwater Hills sits on county land and is located west of Tatum Boulevard on the west slope of Phoenix Mountain. This charming community was originally developed in the late 60’s and is one of the valley’s first guard-gated mountainside communities.  When driving through the winding hillside roads of Clearwater Hills, you feel as if you were in the middle of the desert. Today you can purchase one of the original homes constructed in the subdivision for $650,000 on a level site to $1,000,000 for one of the prime mountainside home sites.  Homes sell from $650,000 for a fixer-upper to $4,000,000 for a wonderful hillside estate.

Other hillside guard-gated communities are: Lincoln Hills, Estates Antigua and Echo Canyon.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR A NON-GATED, HILLSIDE COMMUNITIES.

Throughout Paradise Valley. there are many communities which are either on the mountains themselves or in the foothills of the mountains with high enough elevation to sport views of the Valley below.

Tatum Canyon - Originally developed by Dave Hanson, this wonderful community is located west of Tatum Boulevard on the east slope of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve.  The views from most homes are spectacular, looking out over Mummy Mountain, Camelback Mountain, northeast Scottsdale and the McDowell Mountains.  Homes are priced from $1,700,000 to $4,500,000.

El Dorado Estates, Vista Rica, Paradise Canyon Foothills, Franciscan Terrace, Montana de Bonita, Paradise Hills - These subdivisions commonly referred to as the Paradise Valley golf course communities are located on the west slope and the foothills of Mummy Mountain. Many of the homes located in these subdivisions have view of Phoenix city lights, Paradise Valley Golf Course, the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and north to Cave Creek and Carefree.  The area has a wonderful mix of both sculptured desert terrain and verdant landscape.  To many this area is the most bountiful of all in Paradise Valley. The homes are priced from $900,000 to $15,000,000.

Northeast Slope of Camelback Mountain and South Slope of Mummy Mountain and Mummy Mountain Park (East Slope of Mummy Mountain) – All of these areas were developed in the late 1940’s before the town of Paradise Valley was incorporated. Many of the original home sites were used as winter homes and mini ranches for the executives who worked downtown. It is known not only for its location and spectacular views but also for the natural desert landscape that surround these one-acre lots.  It is like living in the middle of the desert, yet being close to the excitement of city life. From any of these locations, it is  15 minutes to the center of Scottsdale, Phoenix inner city or Sky Harbor International Airport. Because of its location and a limited availability of buildable lots, there have been many $1,000,000+ estates built in these areas. Today you can find a $2,500,000, 6500 sq. ft. estate next door and across the street from a $650,000, 2400 sq. ft. ranch home built in the 50’s.  Remember . . . land value in Paradise Valley starts at $650,000.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE SOUTHWEST QUADRANT OF THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY.

Many executives, doctors and attorneys who will be working in or close to downtown Phoenix prefer south Paradise Valley because of its close proximity and easy commute to The Arizona Biltmore, Camelback Corridor, Sky Harbor Airport and downtown Phoenix.  Quite often, residents will send their children to private schools such as Phoenix Country Day, Xavier, Brophy, All Saints, etc.  In these areas there is an interesting mix of both verdant green landscape and desert terrain and, although not on the mountainside, from many home sites you can view city lights. Homes are priced between $775,000 to $5,000,000 estates. A number of subdivisions that deserve mention are: Palo Verde Foothills, La Colina, Ward Estates, Camelback Foothills, Biltmore Terraces, Stanford Court, Palm Canyon, Medicine Man Ridge, Paradise Mansion Estates, The Sanctuary, Camelback Estates and Camelback Canyon.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR GOLF COURSE COMMUNITY.

There are only three golf courses within the Town of Paradise Valley and, therefore, a limited number of golf course communities available.  As in most golf course communities, only a small percentage of the homes are located directly on the golf course. Although these homes are usually located on one-acre lots, a good portion of the lot is dedicated for golf course easements and  the usable space is less than one acre. Although the golf course lots are smaller, they do have the benefit of a view of the lush green fairways.

Camelback Golf Course – The Marriot Camelback Country Club is a semi- private golf club.  It has two 18-hole golf courses (the Club course and the Resort Course).  Marriot has just remodeled the Clubhouse and the Resort Course. Although the club is used by Marriott's Camelback Inn and is, as well, open to the public, there is a private club that offers its members special privileges such as dedicated tee times, locker rooms, etc. Surrounding the two golf courses are 5 exclusive communities with homes priced from $900,000 to $6,000,000. These communities are: Camelback Country Club Estates, Camelback Country Estates, Hidden Paradise, Elmaro, Ironwood and Camelback Country Club.

Paradise Valley Country Club Area – The Paradise Valley Country Club is an exclusive private club currently with a long list of prospective members. Although there is a number of communities that surround the course there are only a few locations that offer golf course lots.  This area is one of the most exclusive and manicured area in paradise valley and supports home value from $1,000,000 to $15,000,000 a few of the subdivisions in this area are: El Dorado Estates, Vista Rica, Paradise Canyon Foothills, Franciscan Terrace, Montana De Bonita and Paradise Hills.

Mountain Shadows Golf Resort – The Mountain Shadows Golf Resort is owned by Marriott and is a semi-private course located off Lincoln Drive between Camelback and Mummy Mountain. It is a well-cared-for 3100-yard executive course.  Surrounding the course is the guard-gated community of Mountain Shadows which was developed in the early 60’s. The homes are usually on less than an acre and are 1800 to 2800 square foot ranch homes.  Many of the homes have been renovated in recent years and many are primed for remodeling. The homes are priced from $550,000 to $700,000.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND WANT LESS THAN ONE ACRE OF LAND TO MAINTAIN.

Since Paradise Valley is primarily one-acre zoning, there are only a small number of subdivisions that allow less than one acre per home.  There were a few communities that were in place prior to the 1-acre restriction being enforced and therefore were automatically grandfathered and, in recent years, the Town board allowed the development of a number of communities with sites less than an acre.  Some of the original areas which were developed in the late 70’s and early 80’s were Firebrand Ranch and Singletree Ranch with home values from $550,000 to $900,000. The subdivisions developed in the 90’s are Merrrill Cantatierra, Cheney Estates and Tatum Foothills. All three are guard-gated communities with home values from $800,000 to $1,500,000.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR A GATED COMMUNITIES
(Non Golf Course- Non Mountain side)

Many of our clients are looking for the security and convenience of a guard-gated community. Although historically Paradise Valley was developed with an eye toward a natural desert environment, over the years, there have been a number of developers who envisioned the need for guard-gated communities. Today, there are many guard-gated communities that fulfill this need. The subdivisions are as varied as any other category of homes beginning with Echo Canyon and Casa Blanca built in the early 70’s with homes priced from 750,000 to $1,500,000 to the newest guard-gated community, Judson, which is currently being developed and has available 1+ acre lots priced from $750,000 to $1,300,000. The finished homes in this subdivision will be priced at $300,000,000 and above. There are currently 2 spec homes on the market for over $4,000,000. Some other subdivisions worthy of mentioning are Finisterre, Legendary Estates, Merrill Cantatierra, Clearview Edition, Cheney Estates, Valaresse, Judson, Lincoln at Tatum, Estates at Lincoln, Desert Jewel Addition, Estates at Cholla, Ironwood at Camelback Country Club, Via Vista, Phoenician Estates and Colonia Miramonte

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR COMMUNITIES WITH 2 TO 5 ACRE HOME SITES .

As easy it is to find a home site on one acre in the Town of Paradise Valley. . .  that is how hard it is to find a 2 to five acre home site.  As in any other real estate environment, value is based upon supply and demand. Within the last few years, a two-acre home site was sold for $1,500,000 and a five-acre parcel for $4,000,000.  Although you can find 2 acre + homes sites throughout the town, there are a few subdivisions which have been zoned for 2 to 5 acre zoning. A few of these subdivisions worthy of noting are Jokake Camelback, Camelback Lands, Mummy Mountain Estates, Morning Glory Estates, Martingale Farms and Nauni Valley Ranch and the newest, Valaresse, currently being developed by Legendary Homes. In addition, La Place and Vista Camello are two luxury home subdivisions whose estate homes are so grand that although the homes have been built on one acre, the home sites deliver a true estate feel.   

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR A HOME PRICED BETWEEN $700,000 -$1,000,000.

You might be asking yourself . . . can I purchase a home for less than $1,000,000 in Paradise Valley? The answer to the question is yes. Although the Town of Paradise Valley is home to many $1,000,000+ properties, there are many areas which have 1-acre home sites in the Town that are reasonably priced.  These homes were built in the late 60’s through the late 80’s and are beautifully maintained. They have a sense of charm, age and history. In addition, many of the home sites have wonderful views and romantic settings. These areas are located throughout the Town and are all on one-acre home sites. Some of the subdivisions worthy of mentioning are Primorosa,  Fanfol Estates, Mockingbird Lane Estates, Bradley Acres, Camelhead Estates, Arroyo Verde, Paradise Valley Country Estates, La Jolla Acres, Short Hills, Vista Linda, Foothill Estates, Paradise Greens, Grosse Pointe Highlands, Paradise Hills, Egyptian Hills, Sunset Hills, Tatum Mountain Estates, Nauni Valley Ranch, Equestrian Trail, Bret Hills, Tatum Garden Estates, Turquoise Hills and Doubletree Acres.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR NEWER CONSTRUCTION.

Quite often our clients ask us to find homes in Paradise Valley that are newer (homes built in the late 80’s or younger). Most of these homes are priced above $900,000 although on occasion we can find a home priced in the $800,000 range. The subdivisions that were developed during this time period are Primorosa, Folkman Ranch, Royal Palm Estates, Sandringham, Yellow Boot, Cheney Ranch Estates, Paradise Homes Estates, Cheney Heights, Cheney Place, Kensington Estates, Bellcourt, Paradise Country Estates, Views at Cheney Estates and Doubletree Ranchos.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR COMMUNITIES IN A NATURAL DESERT SURROUNDING.

We call the desert the phoenix ocean. . . the quiet . . .  the colors . . . and the peaceful serenity of the natural desert fauna and flora are as arresting as any ocean sunset.  Many of our new residents instantly fall in love with the desert surrounding and prefer being in a subdivision that offers a lifetime of this peaceful serenity. The subdivisions that offer this spectacular surrounding and lifestyle are Short Hills, Paradise Hills, Egyptian Hills, Sunset Hills,Tatum Mountain Estates, Mummy Mountain Park and Nauni Valley Ranch.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO LIVE IN THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY AND ARE LOOKING FOR NEWER CONSTRUCTION AND HAVE A BUDGET OVER $1,000,000.

Since the early 1990’s, many new subdivisions, small and large, were developed and beautiful $1,000,000+ homes were built and sold. Today many of these homes are available for resale and offer the consumer a variety of options. In the late 1990 to present many new homes were constructed both in developed subdivisions and in the desert surroundings. Because of the decrease in availability of buildable lots and the increase in price of land, most of these new homes are priced above $2,000,000. Some of the subdivisions that you might be interested in are Folkman Ranch, Royal Palm Estates, Sandringham, Yellow Boot, Cheney Ranch Estates, Paradise Homes Estates, Cheney Heights, Cheney Place, Kensington Estates, Bellcourt, Paradise Country Estates, Views at Cheney Estates and Doubletree Ranchos.

OTHER LUXURY HOME COMMUNITIES

La Place, Vista Camello, Biltmore Terraces, Stanford Court, Paradise Mansion Estates, Paradise Valley Country Club area, Las Brisas, Elmaro Estates, Valaresse, Judson, Hidden Paradise, Sanctuary and Medicine Man Ridge.