- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,160 Sqft
- .89 Acres
35078 N Sophora Drive
An EXCEPTIONAL 3 Bed / 3 Ba 3160 SF Carefree home, crafted by award-winning builder J.P. Malone, offers a rare blend of quality, character and serenity on .89 acres. The front desert courtyard frames picturesque Black Mountain views, while the entry foyer reveals a stunning desert-inspired backyard oasis. The living room features rich wood ceiling beams and adjoins an elegant formal dining room. Alpine granite and quartz surfaces add refined sophistication. The upgraded kitchen and baths showcase premium finishes and top appliances, including Sub-Zero, Miele, and Bosch. A hand-crafted three-way Kiva fireplace warms the Kitchen, Breakfast Nook, and Family Room. Covered patio tongue-and-groove wood ceiling, outdoor fireplace, and built-in BBQ overlooks newly renovated heated Pool & Spa. Beautiful Study with inspiring Desert and Black Mountain views to the North is adjacent to a Guest Bath and could be a third Bedroom. Flex Room with small window in Owner's Suite ideal for additional closet space, exercise room or small office. The immaculate 3-car garage features a storage closet with built-in Cabinetry and Wi-Fi enabled garage door openers. Carefree Mountain Estates is a gated enclave of 64 lots with Santa Fe inspired custom homes set among stunning mature desert landscape with Majestic Black Mountain views. Conveniently located to Schools, local Shopping, Fine Dining, nearby Recreation, numerous Music Venues and the local YMCA Gym. A pristine property that you will not want to miss!
Essential Information
- MLS® #6960466
- Price$1,695,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms3.00
- Square Footage3,160
- Acres0.89
- Year Built1996
- TypeResidential
- Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
- StyleTerritorial/Santa Fe
- StatusActive
Community Information
- Address35078 N Sophora Drive
- CityCarefree
- CountyMaricopa
- StateAZ
- Zip Code85377
Subdivision
CAREFREE MOUNTAIN ESTATES UNIT ONE
Amenities
- AmenitiesGated
- UtilitiesAPS, SW Gas
- Parking Spaces6
- # of Garages3
- ViewDesert, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
- Has PoolYes
Parking
Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage, Addtn'l Purchasable, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Separate Strge Area
Pool
Variable Speed Pump, Play Pool, Heated
Interior
- HeatingNatural Gas
- FireplaceYes
- # of Stories1
Interior Features
High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven, Water Purifier
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
Fireplaces
Two Way Fireplace, Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Gas
Exterior
- RoofTile, Foam
Exterior Features
Built-in BBQ, Covered Patio(s), Patio, Open Deck, Private Street(s), Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s)
Lot Description
Borders Common Area, North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Natural Desert Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Windows
Skylight(s), Low-Emissivity Windows, Solar Screens, Dual Pane, Mechanical Sun Shds, Tinted Windows, Wood Frames
Construction
Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Block
School Information
- DistrictCave Creek Unified District
- MiddleSonoran Trails Middle School
- HighCactus Shadows High School
Elementary
Black Mountain Elementary School
Listing Details
Office
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty.
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Listing information last updated on January 29th, 2026 at 11:17am MST.