With breathtaking views of both Scottsdale and Phoenix below, and the majestic McDowell Mountains rising above it, real estate at DC Ranch is an oasis for anyone looking for luxury Southwestern living. Whether you are in the market for a sprawling estate or a condominium, these properties offer homes to fit every need.
This area is made up of 25 unique neighborhoods within four residential villages. There are also many different architectural styles found within the community - Spanish, Mediterranean, Hacienda, Farmhouse, Western Regional Ranch, to name a few - and have been meticulously designed to compliment the surrounding canyons and desert. The community itself has been constructed to offer the best of two worlds - it's a short drive from the bustling metropolis of downtown Scottsdale, yet secluded enough to provide its residents with peace, quiet and a closeness to nature.
With its small-town friendly atmosphere, its safe streets and amazing weather, DC Ranch is an ideal place to raise a family. With country clubs, health fitness centers, recreation centers, and community pools you are sure to find your new home equipped with loads of entertainment and recreational activities.
Designed solely for DC Ranch, the Copper Ridge School is an excellent education option for children ages kindergarten through eighth grade. For recreation, Kids of all ages can take part in regularly scheduled activities within the community. There are story times, music classes, painting, movies and more, not to mention social programs just for teenagers.
Parents can rest assured that their family's safety and well-being is the top priority in DC Ranch. The Ranch Association helps keep the neighborhoods clean, well-run and secure. Once you move to DC Ranch, you may not ever feel the need to leave to go shopping or out to dinner! There are plenty of restaurants and shops right within the community. A trip to Market Street might include a new pair of shades from Sunology and a glass of merlot at Armitage Wine Lounge & Café. A night out in Canyon Village might lead you to a romantic dinner at Ciao Grazie. This area is also home to the family-friendly Lushburger restaurant.
There are countless activities and ways to get involved within the DC Ranch community. A fitness enthusiast? Desert Camp and The Homestead are community centers with basketball and tennis courts, swimming pools and gym equipment. If you prefer to get your exercise outdoors, you have over 33 miles of landscaped trails to walk or run on! There is also a strong arts presence in DC Ranch. Since 2006, The Homestead Playhouse has produced over 10 productions such as "A Christmas Carol" and "James and the Giant Peach". The Desert Camp Community Center often displays pieces by local artists, and there is even a DC Ranch Film Club for movie-loving adults! If volunteering is more your thing, you can get your hands dirty and help out with the community garden at Copper Ridge School. Another great local group to get involved with is the Food Circle which provides aid to those in need.
Perhaps the most well-known aspect of DC Ranch are its lush, high-end golf courses. There are two: the Country Club at DC Ranch and Silverleaf, each part of a private club offering activities, fine dining and fitness facilities for their members. And while this amazing community offers high-quality homes and luxurious amenities, it remains true to its Arizona roots and respectful of the land it is built upon.
Reflected in the windows of every home in DC Ranch is the grace and beauty of the canyons, the bright western sun and the spirit of the Southwest. Investing in a DC Ranch home offers you a place you will want to spend the rest of your life.
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