11861 E DESERT TRAIL Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85259
About This Home
Panoramic views of city lights and Camelback Mountain define this magnificent, guard-gated Ancala hillside estate, completely reimagined by a comprehensive modern renovation. A newly optimized layout highlights premium new flooring, sleek finishes, and a state-of-the-art chef's kitchen. Massive windows bathe the space in natural light, leading to a master sanctuary, 4 generous ensuite bedrooms, and a huge bonus/theater room. The south-facing backyard features brand-new synthetic turf framing an infinity pool and spa. Residents can join the prestigious Ancala Country Club, offering an 18-hole Perry Dye championship golf course, tennis, fitness, and upscale dining. Features rare dual-street access, a gated 10-car motor court, and a 3-car garage.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Materials
- Roof: Tile
- Construction materials: Stucco,Wood Frame,Painted,Stone
Other
- Builder name: CAVALIER HOMES
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Santa Barbara/Tuscan
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Washer,Water Softener Owned,Refrigerator,Built-in Microwave,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Gas Cooktop,Water Purifier
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Pantry,High Speed Internet,Granite Counters,Double Vanity,Upstairs,Eat-in Kitchen,Breakfast Bar,Central Vacuum,Wet Bar,Kitchen Island,2 Master Baths,Full Bth Master Bdrm,Separate Shwr & Tub
- Window features: Skylight(s),Solar Screens,Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Stone,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Exterior Fireplace,Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 6,687
- Total interior livable area: 6,687 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 21721152
- Other equipment: Intercom
Features
- Stories: 2
- Private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Patio & porch: Covered,Patio
- Exterior features: Other,Balcony,Private Yard,Built-in Barbecue
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private,Bath
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights,Mountain(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 0.56 Acres
- Features: East/West Exposure,North/South Exposure,Hillside Lot,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Desert Back,Desert Front,Synthetic Grass Back,Auto Timer H2O Front,Auto Timer H2O Back
Parking
- Total spaces: 18
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Extended Length Garage,Direct Access,Circular Driveway,Attch'd Gar Cabinets
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 15
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
- Wildfire
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 | $16,433 | $197,196 |
| Home Insurance | $598 | $7,176 |
| Property Taxes | $1,191 | $14,292 |
| Electricity | $708 | $8,497 |
| Total | $18,930 | $227,160 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000 |
| 2026-06-12 | Listing removed | $25,000 |
| 2026-04-06 | Listed for rent | $25,000 |
| 2025-07-09 | Listing removed | $2,275,000 |
| 2024-09-13 | Listing removed | $13,500 |
| 2024-09-11 | Listed for rent | $13,500 |
| 2024-06-20 | Sold | $2,500,000 |
| 2024-04-16 | Price change | $2,500,000 |
| 2024-02-10 | Price change | $2,800,000 |
| 2024-01-30 | Listed for sale | $3,000,000 |
| 2023-12-13 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-04-04 | Listing removed | $2,850,000 |
| 2023-04-02 | Price change | $2,850,000 |
| 2023-02-08 | Price change | $2,500,000 |
| 2023-01-28 | Price change | $2,600,000 |
| 2023-01-19 | Price change | $2,650,000 |
| 2023-01-13 | Price change | $2,700,000 |
| 2022-12-08 | Price change | $2,750,000 |
| 2022-12-01 | Price change | $2,800,000 |
| 2022-11-28 | Price change | $2,850,000 |
| 2022-09-19 | Price change | $3,000,000 |
| 2022-09-15 | Price change | $2,950,000 |
| 2022-07-21 | Price change | $3,000,000 |
| 2022-07-08 | Listed for sale | $3,500,000 |
| 2021-07-11 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2009-04-30 | Sold | $1,300,000 |
| 2009-02-06 | Sold | $1,487,500 |
| 2005-09-14 | Sold | $2,400,000 |
| 2000-08-10 | Sold | $1,800,000 |
| 1998-03-04 | Sold | $218,250 |
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