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Scottsdale,AZ 85262
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 $620
Subdivision Desert Ranch Lots 1 Through 12 & Tract C D E Block
MLS Listing ID 6942912
Style Other,Contemporary
Bedrooms 3
HOA Fees $37/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
One of 5 homes designed by Modernist Architect Alfred Newman Beadle in Desert Ranch, this residence stands as a rare example of Beadle's timeless desert architecture! Designed for the original developer, it has been thoughtfully expanded and reimagined, retaining Beadle's signature line, deep overhangs, and seamless connection to the land. Set on over 2 pristine desert acres, home features floor-to-ceiling glass, a chef's kitchen, generous primary suite, private patios w/mountain views. Finishes include hand-troweled stucco, commercial grade roof. Outdoors, pebble-finish pool, shaded terraces, detached 3-car glass-door garage w/workshop/storage! Expertly maintained, beautifully renewed, this home is a rare fusion of authentic Modernism and desert luxury! includes 2 parcels,See remarks WOW Alfred Newman BeadleDesert Ranch Original
Address: 34848 N Desert Ridge DR, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Architect: Alfred Newman Beadle
One of only four Alfred Newman Beadle residences ever designed and built within the remarkable Desert Ranch Development, this home holds a unique place in Arizona's modernist history. Created by Beadle for the original developer, it stands as a masterful expression of desert modernism, now thoughtfully reimagined and renewed for contemporary living.
Painstakingly renovated over the years, this residence honors its Beadle pedigree with clean lines, balanced massing, and a seamless indoor-outdoor connection. Set on more than two pristine desert acres, the home retains its original integrity; low horizontal forms, signature overhangs, ground-level glazing, and the timeless "Beadle Box" floorplan, while embracing modern comfort through a carefully crafted expansion.
A dramatic entry introduces open, light-filled interiors where floor-to-ceiling glass and integrated en-suite baths create a sense of calm sophistication. The chef's kitchenmeticulously updatedanchors the home, opening to private patios and desert views. A generous primary suite offers abundant closet space and tranquil connection to the outdoors. Every surface reflects enduring quality: hand-troweled colored stucco, a commercial-grade roof, and a custom sail-cloth port cochère that defines arrival in style.
Outdoors, the architecture meets the landscape in a series of shaded terraces, serene courtyards, and a pebble-finished pool, perfectly framed by mountain vistas. The property includes a newer, detached, three-car garage with glass doors and dedicated shop area, ideal for collectors or creative pursuits. This amenity, rare among Beadle homes, adds practicality without compromising design integrity.
Cherished and improved over decades, the home stands as a living testament to both architectural vision and meticulous stewardship. Located amidst pristine desert preserves, near premier golf, hiking, and the refined amenities of Cave Creek and North Scottsdale, it is a rare fusion of design pedigree and desert luxury.
A Note on Desert Ranch: Before the rise of North Scottsdale's master-planned communities, there was Desert Ranch, a visionary enclave conceived by developer Wally Barrett in the late 1970s. Intended as a modernist desert retreat, Desert Ranch was adorned with a striking eagle logo created by the legendary design firm Chermayeff & Geismar. symbolizing bold design and freedom in the desert.
Barrett commissioned Beadle to design four homes within the development, each harmonizing with the land's natural washes and untouched desert terrain. Though the original project was ultimately absorbed into today's Legend Trail, the original 36 Desert Ranch lots remain distinct, still governed by their own covenants and preserving the spirit of Beadle's architectural legacy.
Features at a Glance
* One of only four Beadle-designed homes in the original Desert Ranch Development
* Designed by Alfred Newman Beadle for the community's original developer
* Expanded and reimagined while preserving Beadle's modernist integrity
* Over two pristine acres of native desert with mountain and vista views
* Signature Beadle: deep overhangs, ground-level glazing, and "Beadle Box" plan
* Dramatic entry with floor-to-ceiling glass and seamless indoor/outdoor flow
* Chef's kitchen with quality cabinetry, stone surfaces, and view-filled dining
* Generous primary suite with abundant closets and private patio access
* Hand-troweled colored stucco exterior, all beneath a cutting-edge Duro-Last® roof
* Custom sail-cloth port cochère and expansive shaded terraces
* Sparkling pebble-finish pool surrounded by multiple patios and desert courtyards
* Detached 3-car glass-door garage with shop and storagerare among Beadle homes!
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 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 Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Skylight(s),Mechanical Sun Shds
Appliance Water Purifier
SPA None
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 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 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 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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