12528 N 78th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
About This Home
Beautifully updated North Scottsdale home featuring over $120,000 in recent improvements in one of the area's most desirable locations. The backyard was designed for both entertaining and everyday living, highlighted by a private pickleball court, mature trees that create exceptional privacy, and plenty of space to enjoy Arizona's outdoor lifestyle. Additional front parking and an owned solar system (not leased) add both convenience and long-term value. Inside, the home's finished basement offers incredible flexibility with a second living room, game or exercise room, steam shower, and full-height windows that bring in natural light. The basement also stays comfortably cool during the summer, making it an energy-efficient extension of the home's living space—perfect for kids, guests, or multi-generational living. The 3-car garage provides ample storage and offers potential for future expansion or additional living space, depending on the buyer's needs. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully improved home with space to live, entertain, and make lasting memories in the heart of North Scottsdale.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Minimal Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Materials
- Roof: Tile
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator
Basement
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Flooring: Tile,Hardwood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other
- Cooling features: Refrigerator
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 5,002 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 17510121
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.29 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Hail
- Earthquake
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Maricopa County and Arizona
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $11,326 | $135,912 |
| Home Insurance | $457 | $5,484 |
| Property Taxes | $821 | $9,852 |
| Electricity | $529 | $6,356 |
| Total | $13,133 | $157,596 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Price change | $2,229,999 |
| 2026-08-07 | Price change | $2,234,999 |
| 2026-07-26 | Price change | $2,239,999 |
| 2026-07-18 | Price change | $2,244,999 |
| 2026-07-11 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000 |
| 2026-01-19 | Listing removed | $13,000 |
| 2026-01-16 | Listing removed | $1,999,999 |
| 2026-01-13 | Price change | $13,000 |
| 2025-12-04 | Price change | $14,000 |
| 2025-11-11 | Listed for rent | $15,000 |
| 2025-09-27 | Listed for sale | $1,999,999 |
| 2025-09-18 | Pending sale | $1,999,999 |
| 2025-08-29 | Listed for sale | $1,999,999 |
| 2025-07-18 | Listing removed | $1,999,999 |
| 2025-06-29 | Price change | $1,999,999 |
| 2025-05-21 | Price change | $2,099,000 |
| 2025-04-22 | Price change | $2,149,900 |
| 2025-04-02 | Listed for sale | $2,195,000 |
| 2025-04-02 | Pending sale | $2,195,000 |
| 2025-03-14 | Price change | $2,195,000 |
| 2025-02-11 | Price change | $2,200,000 |
| 2025-01-20 | Listed for sale | $2,250,000 |
| 2024-01-23 | Listing removed | $1,450,000 |
| 2023-04-10 | Sold | $1,640,000 |
| 2021-03-30 | Sold | $1,464,000 |
| 2017-04-20 | Sold | $1,110,000 |
| 1996-03-21 | Sold | $334,212 |
| 1995-08-23 | Sold | $332,500 |
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