Essence of the Desert, an architecturally distinct estate featured in leading design publications including Dwell and Phoenix Home & Garden and designed by architect Amit Upadhye. This home reflects a disciplined approach to form, scale, and modern living.
Set on over an acre with 100' set back and expansive views of the McDowell Mountains, the property balances privacy with a strong connection to its desert surroundings. The timeless architecture emphasizes precision and permanence, with a palette of industrial, high-quality materials-100% poured in place concrete and block construction-selected for both durability and visual impact, commercial grade floor-to-ceiling glass- flooding the space with light and views-blurring the lines between indoors and out.
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Price
$4,995,000
Days On Site
6 Days
Bedrooms
6
Inside Area (SqFt)
6,093 sqft
Total Baths
7
Full Baths
5
Partial Baths
2
Lot Size
1.16 Acres
Year Built
2009
MLS® Number
7007212
Status
Active
Property Tax
$10,092
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees
N/A
Sq Ft Source
N/A
Friends & Family
React
Invite
Recent Activity
3 days ago
Listing updated with changes from the MLS®
7 days ago
Listing first seen on site
General Features
Acres
1.16
Attached Garage
Yes
Cross Street
96th St and Shea
Disclosures
Seller Discl Avail
Energy Features
Solar
Foundation
SlabConcrete Perimeter
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
5
Land Lease
No
Number Of Stories
2
Parking
GatedGarage Door OpenerDirect Access
Parking Spaces
5
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Security
Fire Sprinkler SystemSecurity System Owned
Sewer
Public Sewer
Style
Contemporary
Water Source
Public
Interior Features
Appliances
DryerWasherWater Softener OwnedRefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalElectric CooktopBuilt-In Electric OvenWater Purifier
Cooling
Central AirCeiling Fan(s)
Flooring
CarpetTileWoodConcrete
Heating
Heat PumpElectric
Interior
High Speed InternetDouble VanityEat-in KitchenCentral VacuumWet BarKitchen IslandHigh Ceilings
Laundry Features
Inside
Window Features
ScreensSkylight(s)Double Pane Windows
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Exterior Features
Construction Details
Block
Exterior
BarbecueBalconyBuilt-in Barbecue
Fencing
PerimeterFront YardBack YardOtherBlock
Lot Features
Sprinklers In RearSprinklers In FrontDesert BackDesert Front
Other Structures
GazeboGuest House
Patio And Porch
Patio
Private Pool
Yes
Roof
OtherRolled/Hot Mop
Spa Features
None
View
Mountain(s)
Waterview
Mountain(s)
Windows/Doors
ScreensSkylight(s)Double Pane Windows
Community Features
Accessibility Features
Therapeutic Whirlpool
Financing Terms Available
CashConventionalVA Loan
Roads
Asphalt
School District
Scottsdale Unified District
Township
3N
Schools
School District
Scottsdale Unified District
Elementary School
Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School
Middle School
Mountainside Middle School
High School
Desert Mountain High School
Listing courtesy of Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty.
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Last checked: 2026-04-08 02:41 PM UTC
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