Enjoy stately desert living on this exceptional 22.5 acre parcel just minutes from downtown Cave Creek. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert, the property offers sweeping 360-degree views, mature saguaros, and a generous building envelope ideal for a custom home or private desert retreat. The parcel also presents lot split potential for up to 4 lots--build on the best homesite and sell additional parcels or hold as an investment. The expansive acreage provides estate opportunity, guest casitas, equestrian amenities, or other structures while maintaining privacy and open desert surroundings. The property offers a great investment opportunity with slight elevation and many building options in a market with very few large acreage parcels available, just minutes from town.
Directions: From Cave Creek and Schoolhouse Rd., go north on Schoolhouse 1.2 miles to Highland. Turn right (east) on Highland 1.35 miles to end of pavement. The gravel Highland Rd cuts through the middle of the parcel.
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Sale and tax history for 7500 E Highland Rd Unit -
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
ARMLS #6993508
Mar 5, 2026
Listed
$2,200,000
ARMLS #5803602
Apr 25, 2022
Sold
$1,287,500
Apr 18, 2022
Pending
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Apr 15, 2022
Sold
$1,287,500
Feb 15, 2022
Contingent
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Feb 14, 2022
Relisted
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Feb 8, 2022
Contingent
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Jan 7, 2021
Price Changed
$1,500,000
Dec 4, 2020
Price Changed
$1,575,000
Aug 6, 2018
Listed
$1,600,000
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Enjoy owning part of the Sonoran Desert that offers 360 degree panoramic views, flat building envelope for your dream home or ranchette, plus plenty of room for extra buildings. Just 2.5 miles from the quaint town of Cave Creek with shops, western bars, and restaurants. Easy to split with R-190 zoning (1 home per 4.3 acres). Build on the best lot, and either sell the others to offset the cost of the the home or hold as an investment. The parcel offers character with Mexican Hat Mountain as the backdrop to the north and a wash on the south boundary. Magnificent saguaros and mature desert vegetation make this parcel a true gem. This could be the perfect location to build a family compound or equestrian estate.
ARMLS #5357244
Aug 1, 2017
Listing Removed
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Feb 1, 2016
Listing Removed
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Dec 8, 2015
Price Changed
$1,600,000
Nov 3, 2015
Listed
$1,400,000
ARMLS #2124329
Jun 14, 2004
Sold
$295,000
Apr 19, 2004
Listing Removed
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Mar 26, 2004
Listed
$325,000
ARMLS #2124338
Apr 16, 2004
Listing Removed
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Mar 26, 2004
Listed
$165,000
ARMLS #2124345
Apr 16, 2004
Listing Removed
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Mar 26, 2004
Listed
$175,000
ARMLS #2022381
Feb 15, 2004
Listing Removed
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Aug 17, 2003
Listed
$320,000
Public Records
Nov 17, 2003
Sold
$245,000
ARMLS #1938323
Aug 15, 2003
Listing Removed
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Feb 15, 2003
Listed
$320,000
ARMLS #1855293
Feb 15, 2003
Listing Removed
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Aug 8, 2002
Listed
$320,000
Public Records
Sep 11, 2001
Sold
$663,100
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,742 (+0.4%)
2024
$3,725 (+5.5%)
2023
$3,530 (+2.0%)
2022
$3,460 (−8.3%)
$86,505
2021
$3,774 (+1.7%)
$80,775
2020
$3,712 (+2.9%)
$87,540
2019
$3,607 (+3.5%)
$80,250
2018
$3,485 (+3.3%)
$80,250
2017
$3,373 (+0.4%)
$81,630
2016
$3,360 (−0.4%)
$77,460
2015
$3,372 (+7.6%)
$72,256
2014
$3,133 (−6.5%)
$50,288
2013
$3,351 (−11.9%)
$53,920
2012
$3,802
$68,240
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Stories
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Lot size
22.55 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Maricopa County
APN
21620001E
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on May 7, 2026.
DR-190
Desert Rural Residential Zones
The purpose of the Desert Rural (DR) zone is to prevent urban and desert land use conflicts by protecting scenic vistas, protecting natural habitats and natural features such as hillsides and washes, and to ensure that residential development is harmonious and sensitive to the natural environment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Ranch
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
39% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cave Creek, AZ • 85331
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 14% for direct sun exposure in Cave Creek. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
6.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 7500 E Highland Rd Unit -
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $960,000 and $2,050,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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