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34848 N DESERT RIDGE Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,430 sqft
Price per Sqft $610
Subdivision Desert Ranch Lots 1 Through 12 & Tract C D E Block
MLS Listing ID 6942912
Style Mid-Century Modern,Other,Contemporary
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
HOA Fees $447/ann
HOA Y/N Yes
Year Built 1981
Annual Tax Amount $3,168
Tax Year 2024
Lot Size 2.376 Acres
Acres 2.38
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Property Description
Address: 34848 N Desert Ridge Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Architect: Alfred Newman Beadle
One of a very limited collection of Alfred Newman Beadle residences within the original Desert Ranch enclave, this property represents a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Arizona modernist heritage--set within one of North Scottsdale's most serene and unspoiled desert settings.
Originally designed by Beadle for the community's developer, the home is a pure expression of desert modernism--defined by clean horizontal lines, balanced massing, and a profound connection to the surrounding landscape. Thoughtfully expanded and meticulously renewed, it preserves the integrity of Beadle's vision while elevating livability for today's luxury buyer.
Positioned on more than two pristine acres, the setting is as compelling as the architecture itself--offering uninterrupted desert vistas, exceptional privacy, and the quiet beauty of open Sonoran terrain. Here, expansive skies, vibrant sunsets, and the stillness of the desert become part of everyday living.
A dramatic arrival sequence opens to light-filled interiors where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves boundaries between indoors and out. The home's signature "Beadle Box" concept remains intact, enhanced by modern updates including a refined chef's kitchen that anchors the living spaces and opens effortlessly to outdoor patios and view corridors.
Dual primary suites provide flexibility and comfort, each offering spa-like baths and a tranquil connection to the desert landscape. Throughout the home, materials reflect enduring quality and authenticity, including hand-troweled colored stucco and a commercial-grade roofing system designed for longevity.
Outdoor living is equally compelling--designed for both quiet reflection and elevated entertaining. A pebble-finish pool, shaded terraces, and intimate courtyards are framed by mountain views and natural desert vegetation, creating a resort-like environment under endless Arizona skies.
A newer detached three-car garage with glass doors and dedicated workshop space adds a rare and highly functional amenity--ideal for collectors, hobbyists, or those seeking additional flexibility without compromising architectural integrity.
Located within the original Desert Ranch--an early vision of refined desert living conceived prior to the rise of surrounding master-planned communities--this property maintains its distinct identity, separate from nearby developments. The remaining homesites continue to reflect the area's legacy of space, design, and connection to the land.
Surrounded by desert preserves and within close proximity to world-class golf, hiking, and the dining and lifestyle offerings of North Scottsdale and Cave Creek, this home offers a unique balance of architectural significance, natural beauty, and elevated desert living.
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Features at a Glance
* One of only a handful of Beadle-designed homes in Desert Ranch
* Designed for the original developer by Alfred Newman Beadle
* Expanded and reimagined while preserving architectural integrity
* 2+ acres of pristine Sonoran Desert with mountain & vista views
* Signature elements: deep overhangs, ground-level glazing, "Beadle Box" plan
* Floor-to-ceiling glass with seamless indoor/outdoor living
* Chef's kitchen with quality finishes and view-oriented design
* Dual primary suites with spa-like baths and private patio access
* Hand-troweled colored stucco exterior, commercial-grade roof
* Pebble-finish pool, multiple terraces, and shaded outdoor living spaces
* Detached 3-car glass-door garage with workshop & storage (rare for Beadle)
Location
State AZ
County Maricopa
Community Desert Ranch Lots 1 Through 12 & Tract C D E Block
Area Maricopa
Direction Pima Rd to Legend Trail Parkway, East to Desert Ridge Drive. Right (South) on East to Desert Ridge Drive to property
Rooms
Other Rooms Separate Workshop
Master Bathroom Bidet
Master Bedroom Split
Den/Bedroom Plus 3
Separate Den/Office N
Interior
Interior Features High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, See Remarks, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, 2 Master Baths, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Tub with Jets
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Flooring Tile
Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Skylight(s),Mechanical Sun Shds
Appliance Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Reverse Osmosis, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Water Purifier
SPA None
Laundry Inside
Exterior
Exterior Feature Other, Storage, RV Hookup
Parking Features Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage, Circular Driveway, Separate Strge Area, Detached
Garage Spaces 3.0
Garage Description 3.0
Fence See Remarks, Other, Partial
Pool Outdoor, Fenced
Utilities Available APS
View Desert, Mountain(s)
Roof Type Other,See Remarks
Accessibility Bath Roll-In Shower
Porch Covered Patio(s), Patio
Total Parking Spaces 3
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Borders Common Area, Adjacent to Wash, East/West Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Natural Desert Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Story 1
Builder Name Al Beadle Architect
Sewer Septic Tank
Water City Water
Architectural Style Mid-Century Modern, Other, Contemporary
Structure Type Other,Storage,RV Hookup
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Desert Sun Academy
Middle Schools Sonoran Trails Middle School
High Schools Cactus Shadows High School
School District Cave Creek Unified District
Others
HOA Name Desert Ranch HOA
HOA Fee Include Maintenance Grounds
Senior Community No
Tax ID 216-46-012
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Horse Property N
Disclosures Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
Possession By Agreement
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
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