Scottsdale Homes with Natural Desert Back Lot Features

Scottsdale Homes with Natural Desert Back Lot Features

Welcome to Scottsdale, Arizona—a vibrant city nestled in the heart of Maricopa County, known for its stunning desert landscapes, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Scottsdale seamlessly blends the charm of a quaint desert town with the sophistication of a modern metropolis, making it an ideal destination for both residents and visitors alike.

One of the most captivating features of Scottsdale is its breathtaking natural surroundings. Imagine waking up to the warm Arizona sun streaming through your windows, with the serene backdrop of the Sonoran Desert right in your backyard. Homes with natural desert back lot features are a hallmark of Scottsdale living, offering residents a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of the desert landscape. These homes provide not only privacy but also a sense of tranquility, allowing you to unwind amidst the stunning cacti, vibrant wildflowers, and majestic mountains that define the region.

Scottsdale is also renowned for its outdoor lifestyle, boasting an array of hiking trails, golf courses, and parks that invite adventure and exploration. The city's commitment to preserving its natural beauty is evident in the numerous green spaces and conservation areas that dot the landscape.

In addition to its natural allure, Scottsdale features a thriving arts scene, upscale dining, and high-end shopping, ensuring that every day feels like a getaway. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly community or a luxurious retreat, Scottsdale offers a diverse range of homes that cater to every lifestyle. Embrace the desert charm and discover your dream home in this enchanting city!

Newest Scottsdale Homes with Natural Desert Back Lot Features

$1,670,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7087302 MLS ⋅ 4,430 SqFt.
DINK by day, SWIM by sunset, MOVIE marathon by night- Welcome to Scottsdale's ultimate resort style home! Positioned on a HALF-ACRE CUL-DE-SAC lot in an exclusive GATED community, this 4-br, 3.5-bath retreat features 2 additional flex rooms currently used as a private sauna and a home theater. Entertain in style in the spacious kitchen with island breakfast bar, double wall ovens, and gas cooktop. Formal living, dining and greatroom provide endless options for hosting. This home also features a fully-finished basement with 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom, 1 flex room and a large common area. Out back, only FUN awaits! This backyard boasts a sport court for PICKLEBALL and BASKETBALL, putting green, heated pool, and a gated yard for pets. Recent upgrades include 3 new A/C units, new pool equipment, fresh interior paint, new turf, updated bathroom flooring (2026), and a sport court refresh (2025).

5616 E Libby Street, Scottsdale
$13,675,000
6 Beds ⋅ 9 Baths ⋅ 7086800 MLS ⋅ 10,766 SqFt.
Set behind stone walls and native desert landscaping, this extraordinary single-level Scottsdale estate is designed around a central courtyard of water, fire and open sky. A refined material palette of hand-laid fieldstone, smooth sand-toned plaster, bronze standing-seam metal and warm wood soffits creates a grounded, timeless presence, while oversized roof planes and steel-framed glass walls seamlessly connect the interior with the surrounding desert landscape. Arrival is an experience of its own. A gated courtyard entry leads across floating concrete pavers set within a reflecting pool with gentle bubblers, framed by olive trees and a stone-clad outdoor fireplace lounge. Inside, a wood pivot door opens to a dramatic glass-lined gallery extending the length of the home. At the heart of the residence, the great room features a soaring wood-clad ceiling with clerestory windows, a linear fireplace and full-height stone wall. Corner-opening glass walls disappear to connect the living space with the covered loggia and pool. The dining room features stone, rift-cut oak cabinetry and a sculptural globe chandelier, while the chef's kitchen is complemented by a full butler's pantry and wide-plank light oak flooring throughout the primary living spaces. The private primary retreat includes a 24' x 16' bedroom, 24' x 14' sitting room, spa-inspired bath and separate his-and-hers walk-in closets, with direct access to garden courtyards. A separate bedroom wing offers four additional bedrooms, while a 32' x 22' guest casita and 20' x 17' private office provide exceptional flexibility. Resort-style outdoor living centers around a 40' x 18' pool, integrated spa and linear water feature, sunken fire pit lounge, covered loggia with fireplace and TV, and an outdoor bar with lift-up service window and built-in grill. Native landscaping incorporates olive trees, agave and cacti with thoughtfully integrated path lighting. Designed for both wellness and entertainment, the estate includes a 24' x 18' gym, 22' x 12' wellness center, golf simulator/theater, 20' x 18' bar and lounge, flex room, mudroom and laundry. Garage accommodations include an attached four-car garage, detached two-car garage and RV garage, plus dedicated storage and mechanical spaces. The conceptual plan supports the overall scale and amenity package, including 10,766 SF of planned livable space and 5,735 SF of planned garage space. TO-BE-BUILT | Architecture by 4Line Studio, interiors by Nomad Design and built by SC Homes, this exceptional estate brings together thoughtful architecture, refined materials and resort-inspired amenities in a private Central Scottsdale setting in the exclusive Cactus Corridor.

9704 E Gary Road, Scottsdale
$1,950,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7086556 MLS ⋅ 2,580 SqFt.
Experience luxury Arizona living in this stunning 3-bedroom, 3½-bath Toll Brothers Caullins Desert Contemporary residence in guard-gated Sereno Canyon. Featuring a private casita with separate entrance, office/flex space, spacious great room, natural light throughout and dining area framed by breathtaking McDowell and Troon Mountain views. The chef's kitchen showcases premium Wolf appliances, oversized island, abundant counter space, separate bar, and custom cabinetry. The spa-inspired primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet, dual vanities, soaking tub, and glass-enclosed shower. Enjoy effortless outdoor living with a covered patio and tranquil water feature, breathtaking sunsets, plus access to resort-style pools, walking and biking trails, and exceptional community amenities.

12620 E Troon Vista Drive, Scottsdale
$699,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7085405 MLS ⋅ 1,756 SqFt.
STUNNING 4 BED/3 BATH Scottsdale remodel you'll wish you'd seen first. Some homes get flipped; this one got an elevated point of view. Welcoming front patio, historic red brick &Peppercorn accents set the tone. Inside: smooth walls, luxury finishes & a custom kitchen w/ quartz counters & a waterfall-edge island. New roof, HVAC & windows. Two primary suites, each w/ a full bath, offer rare flexibility w/ luxury finishes. Bedrooms 3&4 connect Jack-&-Jill style for guests, an office or a gym. Open living & dining lead to spacious backyard w/ RV access, parking, a large side yard & rear entry. One of a kind was the Vision & Lewis Understood the assignment. Perfect Home equipped for Home Offices or Entertaining Guests! Location story is Sunrise Hikes, golf before lunch, OldTown after dark!

8502 E Lewis Avenue, Scottsdale
$1,149,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7085235 MLS ⋅ 1,679 SqFt.
This is where you build your Dream Home!!! The existing home is either a fixup or a tear-down on a great near acre lot . No HOA, Horse property, No power lines, not a flood Zone, Flat easy to build lot, with brand new homes popping up all the time. This size lot isn't available in Scottsdale all the time. The property behind this just sold for 1.6mil and they tore it down to rebuild. Property is AS IS, No Repairs. Welcome to your new project!!!

8601 E Cactus Road, Scottsdale
$3,195,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7085020 MLS ⋅ 2,677 SqFt.
EXPERIENCE ASCENT NOW. This beautifully finished 2-bedroom + den, 3-full-bath residence with views of the McDowell Mountain Range offers 2,677 SF of sophisticated single-level living in the Mountainside Residences at Ascent at The Phoenician. Residence 208 pairs warm contemporary design with 10' ceilings, expansive glass and a striking Bulthaup kitchen featuring Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances. The flexible den creates a true third living space for an office, media room or retreat. Just steps to the adjacent Mountain Club, pool and fitness center, this is effortless lock-and-leave Scottsdale living, complete and ready to enjoy now. No construction timeline. No waiting. Simply arrive and experience the Ascent lifestyle. Perhaps the strongest endorsement of life at Ascent comes from the current owners themselves. After experiencing the community, amenities and lifestyle firsthand, they loved living here so much that they purchased a larger residence within the building and made Ascent their primary home. Residence 208 now presents the opportunity for its next owner to discover what made them want to stay. The open-concept great room, dining area and kitchen flow effortlessly together, creating a residence equally suited to quiet mornings and evenings with friends. Natural light fills the interiors, while covered outdoor living extends the home beyond the glass. The private primary suite offers a serene retreat with a spa-inspired bath and generous storage. A beautifully proportioned second bedroom provides privacy for guests and lives like a second primary suite, while the third full bath and separate den add versatility rarely found in a two-bedroom residence. The den easily functions as a sophisticated home office, media room, library or private retreat. Residence 208's Mountainside location places the Mountain Club, pool, fitness and gathering spaces just moments away, making the amenities feel like a natural extension of home. Beyond Ascent, the legendary setting of The Phoenician and Camelback Mountain puts resort living, dining, recreation and the best of Scottsdale within easy reach. Unlike future offerings within the community, Residence 208 is finished and available now, allowing its next owner to begin enjoying the Ascent lifestyle immediately. 2 Bedrooms + Den | 3 Full Baths | 2,677 SF | Mountainside Residences | Ascent at The Phoenician

5000 N Camelback Ridge Drive Unit 208, Scottsdale
$2,495,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7084967 MLS ⋅ 4,591 SqFt.
Freshly updated and move-in ready, this single level Pueblo Bonito residence combines space, privacy, and one of the most distinctive garage setups in the area. Set behind the gates on a 20,000 square foot lot, the home offers 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 4,591 square feet, expansive desert and mountain views, a three car garage, and a fully integrated RV garage rarely found within an HOA community. New interior paint throughout gives the home a fresh, polished feel, while recent exterior attention enhances the arrival and overall presentation. Inside, vaulted ceilings, generous windows, and long sightlines create bright, open living spaces with the surrounding landscape always in view. The kitchen anchors the home and flows easily into multiple gathering areas, with quartzite countertops added throughout in 2024, a newer hot water heater, and epoxy finished garage floors. Outside, the home opens to wide desert and mountain horizons with a private backyard designed for poolside afternoons, quiet mornings, and relaxed evenings. Freshly updated, extensively improved, and difficult to replicate, this is a rare opportunity for single level living with exceptional garage space in gated Pueblo Bonito.

12110 E Gold Dust Avenue, Scottsdale
$799,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7084789 MLS ⋅ 3,073 SqFt.
Discover an EXCEPTIONAL opportunity to create your own private desert retreat in the coveted Rio Verde Foothills. Set on more than 2.5 acres, this newer 3,073-square-foot home offers breathtaking mountain views in every direction. The thoughtfully designed property features 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, along with a spacious lower-level recreational/theater room that opens to a generous 2-car garage-- Step outside and take in the beauty of the surrounding Sonoran Desert from 3 separate private patio areas, each offering an inviting setting for entertaining or simply relaxing. THE EXPANSIVE VIEWS ARE THE STAR OF THE SHOW! With a private well and substantial acreage, the possibilities are ENDLESS (Horse set up, RV garage, pickleball - Whatever your preference!)

33011 N 141st Street, Scottsdale
$1,240,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7084597 MLS ⋅ 1,795 SqFt.
RARE PARADISE HEIGHTS PRESERVE LOT WITH EXTRAORDINARY DESERT VIEWS! Set on nearly an acre (.982 acres), this distinctive residence offers a rare combination of privacy, architecture and expansive Arizona scenery. Inspired by the timeless principles of Frank Lloyd Wright, the home's strong horizontal lines, warm masonry and organic design blend naturally into the surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape. The exceptional preserve lot captures sweeping views overlooking approximately 82 square miles of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Reservation, creating an incredible sense of openness rarely found in the Valley. A private courtyard provides a welcoming transition between indoors and out, surrounded by mature desert landscaping and striking native vegetation. For the car enthusiast, For the car enthusiast, hobbyist or collector, the property offers an impressive 5-car garage capacity plus workshop space; an exceptional feature that adds tremendous versatility. With its nearly one-acre (.982 acres) setting, preserve location, dramatic desert vistas and architecturally distinctive design, this Paradise Heights property is far from ordinary. A truly unique Arizona home where architecture, privacy and the beauty of the desert come together.

12609 E Doubletree Ranch Road, Scottsdale
$4,995,000
10 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 7084303 MLS ⋅ 2,212 SqFt.
RARE TURNKEY EQUESTRIAN BUSINESS & INCOME OPPORTUNITY IN NORTH SCOTTSDALE. Set on 10 pristine acres, this professional facility offers a rare combination of scale, infrastructure, residential accommodations, and multiple potential income streams, with 55+ stalls, a massive covered arena, multiple turnouts, four separate apartments, four RV hookups, a 3,000+SF air conditioned shop plus custom ranch residence. It is ideally suited for a training or boarding operation, an equestrian professional looking to expand or relocate, or an owner seeking a premier facility with significant revenue producing potential. Properties of this caliber, offering this level of scale, amenities, & income potential in North Scottsdale are increasingly difficult to replicate. Located on a quiet road with unbelievable views, this world-class facility is less than 1/4 mile off of a paved road. This exquisite property features a 145' x 295' covered arena with professional footing, LED lighting, and view deck, complemented by multiple barns. A secure key-coded gated entry welcomes you to this professionally designed and immaculately landscaped facility. The property has 57 stalls with TWO show barns containing a total of 33 stalls with misting system, fly system, fans and auto waterers. (10 stalls have runs). A total of 3 tack rooms in the show barns along with 6 wash racks and an office and each show barn has a half bath and laundry room. Additionally, there is up to 24 stalls in the mare motel with two over sized tack/feed rooms, plus 13 additional turnouts shaded with mature trees. To complete the horse amenities, this property also has a 4-horse hot walker, 60' round pen, a 50x40 covered hay shed and separate shaving bin. The impressive 3,000+ SF air conditioned equipment shop offers exceptional versatility, featuring a private office, kitchen, a full bath. Ideal for vehicle and equipment storage, a clubhouse for guests and clients, or a variety of business and recreational uses. This thoughtfully designed space is equipped to accommodate nearly any need The 2,212 SF custom ranch home features a spacious primary suite, and two additional bedrooms. Warm, inviting finishes include a stone fireplace, wood-beamed ceilings and granite countertops while the oversized wraparound covered patio provides abundant space for outdoor living and entertaining. A two car detached garage offers ample room for full sized trucks and tons of additional storage Additional accommodations feature three well-appointed apartments (±850-900 SF each) two 2BR/1BA and one 1BR/1BA PLUS an additional ±900 SF 2BR/1BA apartment--ideal for staff housing, guests, or income potential. Additionally there at 4 full RV hookups by the apartments and one at the shop. Served by a private well (±10 GPM) with 6,660-gallon storage tank, this property conveniently has an interconnected backup water line with the neighboring property to access the neighboring well if needed. Ideally located just minutes from WestWorld, Scottsdale Airport, shopping, dining and premier desert trail riding, this is a RARE opportunity to own a fully built, income-capable Scottsdale equine facility ready for immediate operation for ANY discipline P&L can be available woth proper documentation

28624 N 141st Street, Scottsdale
$2,290,000
6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7082559 MLS ⋅ 5,004 SqFt.
Experience the Pinnacle of Desert Luxury: A Top 5% Short term rental Gem in the Scottsdale Foothills Welcome to 14619 E Roy Rogers Rd, a masterpiece of desert living and a powerhouse investment opportunity. This isn't just a home; it is an elite, high-performing vacation destination ranked among the top 5% of short-term rental properties in the United States. Whether you are looking for a private family sanctuary or a turnkey, high-yield asset, this Lavish Family Desert Oasis offers the perfect balance of proven income and personal luxury The Property: 5,000 Sq. Ft. of Opulence Spanning a sprawling desert homesite, this 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom estate is designed to host up to 14 guests in absolute comfort. The interior reflects the sophisticated spirit of Scottsdale, featuring:

14619 E Roy Rogers Road, Scottsdale
$1,354,500
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7082184 MLS ⋅ 3,225 SqFt.
Every day feels like a vacation at this luxury desert retreat, set on a private acre w/ beautiful mountain views. The resort inspired backyard is designed for year round enjoyment, featuring a heated pool & spa, fire pit, shaded pergola w/ built-in BBQ & putting green. Inside, refined contemporary finishes complement a spacious split floor plan. The designer kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, stainless appliances,walk-in pantry & an oversized island w/ granite counters, seating & additional storage. The generous primary suite includes a walk-in closet & spa-like bath, creating a private escape. 4-car garage. RV gate.No HOA! Currently furnished & operating as a short-term rental, this property offers the flexibility of a private desert getaway, full-time residence or investment opportunity. Furnishings may be available for a truly turnkey purchase. A short drive away from the Scottsdale Sonoran Preserve w/miles of groomed trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding & other outdoor recreation.

13627 E Rancho Laredo Drive, Scottsdale
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