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The Most Expensive Home sold in Arizona last week - 4/19/16

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with Zion Realty

The most expensive home that sold in Arizona last week is a rustic, old-world home that seems strangely out-of-place and yet at the same time totally at home in it's desert location. The exterior follows a familiar Spanish architectural theme with smooth stucco walls and rounded corners along with a flat roof system and dark red tiles. The design style takes a turn with the heavy use of natural wood logs and stone that isn't indigenous to the area. A mix of classic desertscape along with vines and plants allowed to grow along walls and walk-ways provide a combination of greenery that adds to the eclectic feel. There are multiple courtyards and sitting area which will allow the new owner to take in the views of the eighth green on the Chiricahua golf course in the Desert Mountain community in which this home is located. 

There isn't a lot of natural light on the interior of this luxury property. It's apparent that the look and feel was meant to be dark, rich, and secluded. Usually homes of this caliber have soaring 20 foot ceilings but you won't find those here. You will find nicely designed, decorative ceilings with oil-rubbed bronze and iron lighting fixtures which add to the shadowy mood. Beehive designed fireplaces, thick wooden cabinetry, and plenty of imported travertine and slate stone further the old-world theme throughout the interior. There isn't one real aspect of this home which stands out yet it all blends together. It did not take long to find a buyer once this property hit the open market so clearly this home hit the mark with someone who will thoroughly enjoy all of it's features. Click on the picture below for the full MLS listing:

Location: Scottsdale

Size: 6,300 sqft

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 4.5

Lot size: 44,860 sqft

 

 

If you are in the luxury home market and want a list of luxury homes available in Arizona, contact us at ZionRealtyAZ.comWe'd love to help you find your dream home!

Comments(18)

Joe Jackson
Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty - Columbus, OH
Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert

Well, that's not your typical home. I hope the buyers and Sellers are happy. 

Apr 19, 2016 03:26 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Nicole --- I heard Brian England telling Roger D. Mucci that this home is the cat's meow.   Interesting.

Apr 19, 2016 03:46 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Aaaah, that third picture in the listing that says "how about a cocktail here" - aaaaah, what a spot.

Apr 19, 2016 04:19 AM
Noah Seidenberg
Coldwell Banker - Evanston, IL
Chicagoland and Suburbs (800) 858-7917

Hi Nicole, I enjoy reading these high end report you write. Always very interesting.

Apr 19, 2016 05:37 AM
Gary L. Waters Broker Associate, Bucci Realty
Bucci Realty, Inc. - Melbourne, FL
Eighteen Years Experience in Brevard County

Wow! I look forward to these highest priced post! Love the front door on this one...the wine storage...the views...who am I kidding? I like it all!

Apr 19, 2016 05:43 AM
Beth Atalay
Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL
Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hi Nicole, I love the views and outdoor space of this home, very different than what you would find in Central FL.

Apr 19, 2016 06:12 AM
Larry Johnston
Broker, Friends & Neighbors Real Estate and Elkhart County Subdivisions, LLC - Elkhart, IN
Broker,Friends & Neighbors Real Estate, Elkhart,IN

Hi Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert ,  I think I would get lost in a  6,300 sq ft home.  Thanks for sharng the information from your area.

Apr 19, 2016 06:24 AM
John Meussner
Mortgages in AZ, CA, CO, DE, FL, GA, IN, MD, MN, MT, NC, NJ, NV, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WI - Fair Oaks, CA
#MortgageMadeEasy Fair Oaks, CA 484-680-4852

Whew, that place looks like a luxury for sure - very detailed interior.  I'd prefer more natural light - and that roof looks low enough to put a pool nearby and....

 

Apr 19, 2016 06:33 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Nicole now that is different than any house I have seen before.  Not sure if I like it, but it is different.

Apr 19, 2016 06:45 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Nicole - That is a really strange and different house and I have to say I really like it a lot. Hobbits with money in the desert :)

Apr 19, 2016 07:07 AM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

I'm so happy to hear Michael Jacobs and Brian England purchased this home as a cat shelter.  I wish them the best.

Apr 19, 2016 08:22 AM
Sharon Tara
Sharon Tara Transformations - Portsmouth, NH
Retired New Hampshire Home Stager

How cool!  You don't see anything like that around here!

Apr 19, 2016 09:15 AM
Fred Griffin Florida Real Estate
Fred Griffin Real Estate - Tallahassee, FL
Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker

   Only in Scottsdale!

     Off topic - one of my Boards just switched over to Flex MLS (yesterday was the official launch).  I like that platform!

Apr 19, 2016 10:24 AM
Katerina Gasset
The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services - Provo, UT
Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!

Hi, Nicole!  This is one appealing Arizona luxury home.  Luxury, undoubtedly, comes in different forms.  Make it an awesome day!

Apr 19, 2016 01:28 PM
Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert
Zion Realty - Gilbert, AZ
Broker/Owner of Zion Realty ZionRealtyAZ.com

Joe - I imagine they both are overjoyed. 

Michael - I heard it was the cat's pajamas.

Kat - I would have plenty of cocktails on that patio. 

Noah - Well I enjoy writing them.

Gary - It's a unique property. It combines a few different styles. 

Beth - It's actually different than what you typically find here too.

Larry - It's a little big for me too.

John - Way to cave-like for me. 

George - It's not really my style but the location is great. 

Dick - It does sort of look like a Hobbit house!

Roger - It has plenty of wooden posts for all those cats to sharpen their claws on.

Sharon - The architect on this one had a unique vision for this home.

Freddie Laser - What were you using before?

N & K - The price tag and location certainly say that it's a luxury property. 

Apr 19, 2016 02:07 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

 A quick check of my calendar and I see it's Tuesday and time for the most expensive house to sell in Arizona this past week. I know someday you will surprise me  with a double wide in Mesa Nicole Doty - Gilbert Real Estate Expert 

Apr 19, 2016 02:59 PM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale

Nicole, there are some really interesting rooms in this home. The patio is my favorite. I enjoy reading your most expensive home sold series, fun to see the features of the luxury homes!

Apr 19, 2016 10:28 PM
Chris Ann Cleland
Long and Foster Real Estate - Gainesville, VA
Associate Broker, Bristow, VA

The picture from the veranda at sunset is selling a lifestyle.  Love this house and the location.

Apr 20, 2016 04:09 AM