North Scottsdale

POPULATION

123,245

MED. HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$88,213

MED. HOME VALUE

$848,335

This stunningly beautiful, prosperous area of about 120,000 residents is mostly residential, yet also renowned for its incredible spas and golf courses, upscale shopping plazas and wonderful restaurants.

With Pinnacle Peak on the north edge of town, Phoenix to the west, and the McDowell Mountains to the east, the neighborhood is tucked away for privacy while close to all of Scottsdale’s tremendous amenities. The most recently developed part of town, North Scottsdale sits at a higher elevation with stunning views and gateways to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, desert hiking trails, horseback rides, and Scottsdale’s crown jewel, Troon North Golf Club, the best 36-hole public course in Arizona.

Home to the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Taliesin West, his former winter home, the Four Seasons Resort, luxury car dealerships and Boulders Resort & Spa, North Scottsdale is a highly coveted place to live in the Valley of the Sun.

 

Neighbors

Families, CEOs, celebrities, retirees

Expect

Friendly neighbors, great schools, posh living

Lifestyle

World-class golf, shopping, spas and restaurants

Unexpected Appeal

Relaxing on the rooftop garden patio at Restoration Hardware

Market

Higher-end homes and friendly neighbors

Fall In Love

Kierland Commons shopping, brunch at Soul Cafe

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The Community

With friendly neighborhoods and A+ ratings for schools, North Scottsdale draws in families as well as retirees. Students will attend schools that are part of the Paradise Valley or Scottsdale districts, depending on where you live, and for homeschooled kids, Taliesin West hosts special visits focused on the arts, architecture, engineering and science.

Professionals, retirees, and families live throughout North Scottsdale, and in the upscale DC Ranch area, the Silverleaf neighborhood is home to movie stars, entertainment executives, and CEOs. One of the largest employers here is the Scottsdale Airpark, which employs close to 55,000 people in its nearly 30,000 businesses which range from home improvement to retail to luxury car dealerships.

The hub of the community is TPC Scottsdale, the home of the Phoenix Open, where you can watch the masters in February and dine on the patio overlooking the 9th green or enjoy a meal with family, friends, and neighbors at the exquisite Toro Restaurant and Rum Bar any time of the year. Fantastic healthcare is also close at hand with the Mayo Clinic - Phoenix just to the west.

 

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The Culture

In this relaxed community, you can stroll the shops in DC Ranch Crossing and La Mirada shopping centers, hike the trails to Pinnacle Peak and Tom’s Thumb, play golf on the Silverleaf, Grayhawk, and TPC courses, and enjoy patio dining every day of the week.

The very strollable Scottsdale Quarter shopping center has an Apple Store, Lululemon, True Food Kitchen, and many other fantastic shops and restaurants. When you run out of steam, grab a coffee at Press and head to Restoration Hardware, where you can go up to the rooftop patio and relax on a sofa or lounger.

McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a popular destination for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, all rewarded with spectacular desert views, and the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center protects and cares for native animals. Whether a young family, a retired couple, or a software engineer, you will love the tranquil vibe of North Scottsdale.

 

 

Lifestyle

Enjoy a morning hike up to Tom’s Thumb or Pinnacle Peak, then refresh yourself with a nitro cold brew at Black Rock Coffee Company. Play a round of golf at Grayhawk followed by a rustic Italian breakfast or lunch at Isabella’s Kitchen.

For family fun, head to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve to go on horseback rides, test your skills on the bike course, or even spend the weekend camping.

On a lazy Saturday morning, have a relaxing brunch of raspberry oat pancakes with a Coffeetini or chilaquiles with a spicy bacon Bloody Mary at Soul Cafe.

Shoppers will love perusing the shops at Kierland Commons, where you can stop to enjoy California Cuisine at the Greene House or modern Latin American food at The Mission.

On a hot day, you can take the kids to climb the indoor wall at AZ on the Rocks or to see the sharks and stingrays at OdySea Aquarium.

When you need a break, treat yourself to a spa day at the Fairmont Princess Resort’s “Well & Being” Spa where you can get a facial, soak in a hot tub with hydromassage waterfalls, or just relax by the rooftop pool.

Dinner options include poolside dining at Dominick’s Steakhouse, the exquisite country club at DC Ranch, casual pizza at Sophia’s, or if you’re feeling disciplined, stay “on program” with deliciously prepared branzino and roasted vegetables at Sapiens Paleo Kitchen.

Enjoy a glass of wine under the stars after a full day in wonderful North Scottsdale.

 

GREAT SCHOOLS RATINGS

8

DESERT SHADOWS MIDDLE SCHOOL

8/10

GREAT HEARTS ACADEMIES

10/10

SONORAN SKY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7/10

School District

Paradise Valley Unified School District

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