Experience the Rio Verde horse lifestyle while enjoying the best of North Scottsdale living. Nestled in the scenic High Sonoran Desert, this beautiful 1-acre North/South homesite offers the rare opportunity to live with wide-open spaces, breathtaking desert beauty, and a sense of freedom that is increasingly hard to find--yet remain just a short drive from the shopping, dining, golf, entertainment, and conveniences that make Scottsdale one of Arizona's most desirable destinations. Surrounded by custom homes, this property is the perfect setting to build your dream home, horse property, or private desert retreat. Wake up to panoramic desert vistas, towering saguaros, native ocotillo, and stunning Arizona sunrises, then end your day with colorful sunsets and star-filled skies that seem to stretch forever. For those seeking a more independent lifestyle, the property offers the opportunity to live "off the grid" while still maintaining easy access to modern conveniences. Electric service is nearby through SRP, and buyers can choose to haul water or drill a private well. Builder contacts are available to help turn your vision into reality. Access to the property is from 168th Street, offering convenient entry to this exceptional homesite. Whether you're envisioning a luxury custom residence, an equestrian estate, or a peaceful desert sanctuary, this property provides the perfect canvas to create the lifestyle you've been dreaming about. Live where the desert meets luxury, where horses still roam, and where Scottsdale's world-class amenities are never far away. This is Rio Verde living at its finest.
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Location
16731 E Madre Del Oro Drive -, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
Status
Sold
Date Sold
June 29, 2026
Property Amenities
Area & Lot
Lot Area1 Acres
MLS® ID7040486
School DistrictCave Creek Unified District
High SchoolCactus Shadows High School
Middle SchoolCactus Shadows High School
Elementary SchoolDesert Sun Academy
View DescriptionMountain(s)
TypeLand
StatusSold
Exterior
Water SourceSee Remarks, Hauled Water, Domestic Well
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