12440 E DESERT VISTA Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (MLS# 6972377)

12440 E DESERT VISTA Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$3,995,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 6 Square Footage: 6,097 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 74,716 Status: UCB (Under Contract-Backups)

Current Price: $3,995,000 Last Modified: 3/16/2026

Overview

Description

Sited high within the gated and highly sought-after Sereno Canyon Estates, this breathtaking desert contemporary residence captures the essence of elevated Arizona living with stunning architectural design, luxurious comfort, and mesmerizing views in every direction. Set at approximately 2,800 feet elevation on a 1.7-acre homesite, this estate rests peacefully among boulder outcroppings, rolling foothills, and the majestic Sonoran Desert landscape. The panoramic vistas stretch endlessly across Four Peaks, Tom's Thumb, Troon Mountain, and distant ranges — creating a dynamic backdrop that changes dramatically from sunrise to sunset and well into the star-filled night sky. From its commanding position, this home takes full advantage of its setting, designed to celebrate indoor-outdoor living

Supplements: and capture the natural beauty surrounding it. With over 6,000 square feet of single-level living, the floor plan delivers exceptional functionality and flow, ideal for families, multi-generational living, and those who love to entertain on any scale. Featuring a split-bedroom layout, private guest casita, and five-car garage, this estate provides ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 6972377

Location, Tax & Legal

House Number: 12440
Compass: E
Street Name: DESERT VISTA
St Suffix: Drive
City/Town Code: Scottsdale
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85255
Zip4: 0436
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 217-01-149
Subdivision: SERENO CANYON
Tax Year: 2024
Assessor's Map #: 1
Legal Description (Abbrev): LOT 40 SERENO CANYON PHASE 1 MCR 091016
Assessor's Parcel #: 149
Tax Municipality: Scottsdale
Taxes: 9141

Contract Information

Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No

General Property Description

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: Yes
# of Interior Levels: Yes
# Bedrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: Yes
Total Bathrooms: 6
Approx SQFT: 6097
Price/SqFt: 655.24
Horses: N
Model: Vacaro
Builder Name: TOLL BROTHERS
Year Built: 2021
Approx Lot SqFt: 74716
Approx Lot Acres: 1.715
Community Pool Y/N: Yes
Private Pool Y/N: Yes
Fireplace YN: No
Marketing Name: Sereno Canyon
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Horseshoe Trails Elementary School
Jr. High School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street: Ranch Gate Road and 125th Street
Directions: From Pima Rd. go E on Happy Valley, turn Right on Ranch Gate, go 1 mi. to Sereno Canyon Guard Gate.

Legal Info

Township: 4N
Range: 5E
Section: 11
Lot Number: 40

Basement

Basement Y/N: Y

More Information

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces: 5
Slab Parking Spaces: 2
Total Covered Spaces: 5

Showing Notification Methods

Showing Service: No Showing Service Used
Text: Yes
Phone Call: Yes

Contact Info

List Agent Home Phn: 480-266-7557

Special Listing Cond

N/A: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes
Blown Cellulose: Yes
Spray Foam Insulation: Yes

Const - Finish

Painted: Yes
Stucco: Yes
Stone: Yes

Roofing

Tile: Yes
Concrete: Yes

Association & Fees

HOA Y/N: Y
HOA Disclosure/Addendum Affirmation: Yes
HOA Transfer Fee: 1000
HOA Fee: 2133.72
HOA Paid Frequency: Quarterly
HOA Name: Sereno Canyon
HOA Telephone: 480-921-7500
HOA Management Company: CCMC
Special Assessment HOA: No
HOA 2 Y/N: N
PAD Fee Y/N: N
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee: 1422.48
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee $/%: $
Prepaid Association Fees HOA: 2133.72
Disclosure Fees HOA: 400
Other Fees HOA: 20000
Other Fees Description: One time fee at COE for Mountain Lodge Membership
Land Lease Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee Y/N: N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 711.24

Lockbox Type

None: Yes

Architecture

Contemporary: Yes

Master Bathroom

Full Bth Master Bdrm: Yes
Separate Shwr & Tub: Yes
Double Vanity: Yes
Private Toilet Room: Yes
Tub with Jets: Yes

Master Bedroom

Split: Yes

Additional Bedroom

Other Bedroom Split: Yes
Separate Bedroom Exit: Yes
Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet: Yes
Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet: Yes

Window Features

Dual Pane: Yes
Low-Emissivity Windows: Yes
Mechanical Sun Shds: Yes

Private Pool Features

Outdoor: Yes
Fenced: Yes
Heated: Yes
Variable Speed Pump: Yes

Community Features

Clubhouse/Rec Room: Yes
Community Spa: Yes
Community Spa Htd: Yes
Concierge: Yes
Gated: Yes
Guarded Entry: Yes
On-Site Guard: Yes
Workout Facility: Yes

Dining Area

Formal: Yes
Breakfast Bar: Yes
Breakfast Room: Yes

Heating

Ceiling: Yes
Natural Gas: Yes
ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment: Yes

Kitchen Features

Built-In Electric Oven: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Disposal: Yes
Engy Star (See Rmks): Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Multiple Ovens: Yes
Non-laminate Counter: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Reverse Osmosis: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Gas Cooktop: Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment: Yes
Programmable Thmstat: Yes
Central Air: Yes

Interior Features

9+ Flat Ceilings: Yes
Roller Shields: Yes
Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
No Interior Steps: Yes
Water Softener Owned: Yes

Laundry

Washer Included: Yes
Dryer Included: Yes
Gas Dryer Hookup: Yes
220 V Dryer Hookup: Yes
Inside: Yes

Other Rooms

Great Room: Yes
Bonus/Game Room: Yes
Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn: Yes

Separate Den/Office

Sep Den/Office Y/N: Y

Accessibility Feat.

Zero-Grade Entry: Yes
Bath Raised Toilet: Yes

Technology

Pre-Wire Srnd Snd: Yes
Pre-Wire Sat Dish: Yes
Cable TV Avail: Yes
High Speed Internet: Yes
Ntwrk Wrng Multi Rms: Yes
Smart Home: Yes
Security System Owned: Yes

Fencing

Wrought Iron: Yes

Water Source

City Water: Yes

Community Pool Features

Cabana: Yes
Fenced: Yes
Heated: Yes
Outdoor: Yes

Exterior Features

Separate Guest House: Yes
Built-in BBQ: Yes
Sport Court(s): Yes
Covered Patio(s): Yes
Patio: Yes
Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s): Yes

Spa

Private: Yes
Heated: Yes

Sewer

Sewer - Public: Yes

Parking Features

Attch'd Gar Cabinets: Yes
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s): Yes
Direct Access: Yes
Garage Door Opener: Yes

New Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Energy/Green Feature

Multi-Zones: Yes

Plumbing

Gas Hot Wtr – Tnklss: Yes
WaterSense Faucet(s): Yes

Utilities

APS: Yes
SW Gas: Yes

Existing 1st Loan

Treat as Free&Clear: Yes

Property Description

Cul-De-Sac Lot: Yes
East/West Exposure: Yes
Adjacent to Wash: Yes

Landscaping

Desert Front: Yes
Desert Back: Yes
Grass Front: Yes
Synthetic Grass Back: Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Front: Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Back: Yes
Auto Timer H2O Front: Yes
Auto Timer H2O Back: Yes
Irrigation Front: Yes
Irrigation Back: Yes

Services

City Services: Yes

Disclosures

Seller Discl Avail: Yes
Agency Discl Req: Yes

Possession

Close of Escrow: Yes

Association Fee Incl

Common Area Maint: Yes
Street Maint: Yes

Assoc Rules/Info

Pets OK (See Rmrks): Yes
No Visible Truck Trailer RV Boat: Yes
Rental OK (See Rmks): Yes
Clubhouse: Yes
Prof Managed: Yes

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Contemporary Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room; Tub with Jets Master Bedroom: Split Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet Window Features: Dual Pane; Low-Emissivity Windows; Mechanical Sun Shds Private Pool Features: Outdoor; Fenced; Heated; Variable Speed Pump Community Pool Features: Cabana; Fenced; Heated; Outdoor Spa: Private; Heated Community Features: Clubhouse/Rec Room; Community Spa; Community Spa Htd; Concierge; Gated; Guarded Entry; On-Site Guard; Workout Facility Dining Area: Formal; Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Room Kitchen Features: Built-In Electric Oven; Gas Cooktop; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Engy Star (See Rmks); Reverse Osmosis; Multiple Ovens; Walk-in Pantry; Non-laminate Counter; Kitchen Island Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Gas Dryer Hookup; 220 V Dryer Hookup; Inside Other Rooms: Great Room; Bonus/Game Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn Interior Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings; Roller Shields; Fire Sprinkler System; No Interior Steps; Water Softener Owned Technology: Pre-Wire Srnd Snd; Pre-Wire Sat Dish; Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet; Ntwrk Wrng Multi Rms; Security System Owned; Smart Home Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Patio; Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House; Sport Court(s) Parking Features: Attch'd Gar Cabinets; Direct Access; Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s); Garage Door Opener Construction: Wood Frame; Blown Cellulose; Spray Foam Insulation Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco; Stone Roofing: Tile; Concrete Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s); Programmable Thmstat; ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment Heating: Ceiling; Natural Gas; ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment Plumbing: Gas Hot Wtr – Tnklss; WaterSense Faucet(s) Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Sewer - Public Services: City Services Fencing: Wrought Iron Property Description: Cul-De-Sac Lot; East/West Exposure; Adjacent to Wash Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Grass Front; Synthetic Grass Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back; Irrigation Front; Irrigation Back Showing Notification Methods: Text; Phone Call Lockbox Type: None Possession: Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint; Street Maint Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear New Financing: Cash; Conventional Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req

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Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Last Updated: March - 16 - 2026