The Northern Valley transports you to Arizona's Western roots, home to the charming towns of Cave Creek and Carefree, nestled amidst rugged mountain boulder settings and natural desert landscapes. With elevations 1000 to 1500 feet higher than Phoenix and North Scottsdale, panoramic views and intense sunsets await. Accessible via the 101 freeway, these towns offer easy connections to Interstates 17, 51, 10, and 202 within 25 to 40 minutes. Constructed from the mid-90s to today, homes range from $450,000 to $1,500,000 in Cave Creek and $450,000 to $10,000,000 in Carefree. Homes in style of ranch, territorial Santa Fe and Santa Barbara mission are nestled away in the mountain boulder rock settings surrounded by cactus and desert views. In Cave Creek the homes list for $150-$250 per square foot depending on the location, construction, and amenities of the home. In North Scottsdale and Carefree the homes are selling for $325-$700 per square foot.
Enjoy top-notch dining, shopping, and entertainment, including western bars with live music, contemporary bars, art galleries, hiking, horseback riding, and professional golf courses amidst breathtaking natural wildlife. With excellent schooling and a naturally rugged environment adding to its charm, safety and intimate community vibes prevail in these picturesque towns.
North Phoenix has the Camelback Mountain and Phoenix Mountain Preserve that adds breath taking views to custom made homes or classic ranch style homes. Depending on the subdivisions and condition of the homes, they are selling for square per foot, $230-$365. Nearby on Camelback Road that extends East - West direction is located the Biltmore area, with a Biltmore shopping center full of renown restaurants and famous designer stores. Nearby are many 5-star resorts that line the Camelback Mountain offering a picturesque background to a relaxing vacation under the sun. If you are a passionate golfer, you can indulge in the greater Phoenix courses designed by the greats. Some of these golf courses occupy desert canyons where civilization feels a world away.