Desert Highlands is a stunning residential golf community right at the base of magnificent Pinnacle Peak. Residents of this community enjoy membership privileges at the Desert Highlands Golf Club and have access to premier tennis and fitness facilities, a spa, and more.
The two neighborhoods of Desert Highlands, The Heights and the Hillside Villa Estates, boast custom and semi-custom homes as well as vacant lots. Stellar views and luxury lifestyle come standard!
Average Price: $1,404,943
Highest Listing Price: $4,399,300
Lowest Listing Price: $219,000
Desert Highlands is an 850-acre residential golf community at the base of majestic Pinnacle Peak, one of the Valley’s favorite scenic recreational areas. Residents of Desert Highlands benefit from a gated community, golf membership, and array of trails for hiking, biking, and jogging.
There are more than 560 homes throughout this North Scottsdale community, many of them boasting spectacular views of the area desert scenery. Two semi-custom neighborhoods are found within Desert Highlands: The Heights and the Hillside Villa estates. Vacant lots may also be found, giving you the opportunity to construct your dream home. Homes in Desert Highlands begin at around $600,000 and vary widely from there. Spectacular views and abundant amenities add to the grandeur of custom homes in Desert Highlands.
As the first area community to be built around a golf course, it has served as a model for subsequent communities and continues to represent a high standard of living anyone could hope for. HOA fees average $850 per month and guarantee residents an abundance of amenities and peace of mind from a 24-hour monitoring service that includes 16 professional security officers and a perimeter fence that ensures controlled access to the community.
Over half of Desert Highland’s acreage has been left to remain in its natural beauty, contributing to the striking views and outdoor recreational opportunities of the area. And of course, one cannot speak about Desert Highlands without mentioning its array of luxury amenities available at the fabulous Desert Highlands Golf Club! Designed by Jack Nicklaus’ development group, this 18-hole course is a premier golfing destination, as are its clubhouse, adjoining wellness center, and tennis facilities.
Every homeowner in Desert Highlands automatically receives a golf membership after paying the $75,000 membership fee upon closing on their property. Besides enjoying premier golf, access also includes some of the best tennis facilities in Scottsdale with clay, grass, Nova Pro Bounce, and hard surface courts. A 7,000 square foot fitness and wellness center provides fitness classes, exercise equipment, spa services, and personal nutrition and training consulting and swimming pools to complement and facilitate all of your health and wellness needs.
The Cave Creek Unified School District, Desert Village Shopping Center, and a wide variety of retail shopping and restaurants are all close at hand. The Loop 101 Freeway, Scottsdale Airport, and health facilities such as Mayo Clinic are all under 25 minutes away. Great hiking at popular Pinnacle Peak and Tom’s Thumb trail heads is a mere 5 minutes away.
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