WITH VIEWS of FULL CAMELBACK MOUNTAIN, DRAMATIC PHX CITY LIGHTS, and a stone's throw from PARADISE VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB this timeless 5bed, 6.5bth Santa Barbara-style estate at 5221 E Arroyo Rd is on ONE OF THE MOST COVETED STREETS in PV. Set gently on the side of Mummy Mtn, the property features a large deep backyard with expansive lawns seldom found on hillside properties. A vast 145ft long patio spanning the back of this single-level main house is a fabulous place to sit and enjoy the views and grounds! There's also a 1,125 sqft multi-purpose guest house w/a full kitchen, laundry, bedrm + living rm which sits below the main residence and opens directly to the grounds and impressive pool that can also function as an entertainment space. The property offers 9,376 sf of refined living... A mesquite-lined drive leads to warm, light-filled interiors with wood-coffered ceilings, multiple fireplaces, a paneled library with bar and wine cellar, a great room, dining room, a gourmet kitchen, family room, office with full bath and 5 ensuite bedrooms including the spacious primary suite. The elegant pool, spa, lawns, citrus orchard, bright flowers, and cascading fountain create a private, resort-like escape.
Awe-inspiring setting, timeless design, enhanced views of Camelback Mountain and City lights in the backyard, with Mummy Mountain views towards the front, this estate is fine-tuned to perfection with nearly $700K of beautiful renovations done throughout by the current owners. A tranquil setting from within exclusive Paradise Valley Estates, a wonderful floor plan, on lush private grounds, this quiet and prestigious estate is tucked away on the southwest slope of Mummy Mountain and is walking distance from Paradise Valley Country Club. Your heightened senses upon arrival will boost your interest to explore the home's overall lifestyle experience. Built for entertaining, with a magnificent balcony that spans the length of the entire home, capturing Camelback, see MOTION VIDEO Camelback Mountain in its entirety, featured and written about as a "front cover" home. The pool is perfect for swimming laps, or just to enjoy a relaxing day in the sun. The four en suite bedrooms are spacious and the home includes a private office with sauna and steam shower, billiards room/den with a full service bar area, an 1,100 sq ft guest house on the lower level with a kitchen, laundry, and it's own private entrance. High quality, hillside homes with this sort of attention to detail do not become available at this offering price often, so contact us today for your private showing.
ARMLS #5801625
May 22, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Mar 26, 2019
Price Changed
$4,750,000
$507/sq ft
Jan 10, 2019
Price Changed
$4,950,000
$528/sq ft
Oct 23, 2018
Price Changed
$5,000,000
$533/sq ft
Aug 2, 2018
Listed
$5,100,000
$544/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 27, 2016
Sold
$3,850,000
$411/sq ft
ARMLS #5496066
Oct 31, 2016
Listed
$3,950,000
$421/sq ft
Oct 27, 2016
Sold
$3,850,000
$411/sq ft
Oct 27, 2016
Sold
$3,850,000
$411/sq ft
Oct 5, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 12, 2016
Contingent
—
Sep 11, 2016
Listed
$3,950,000
$421/sq ft
ARMLS #5397292
May 24, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Feb 11, 2016
Listed
$3,950,000
$421/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 22, 2015
Sold
$3,600,000
$384/sq ft
ARMLS #5206285
Jun 22, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 22, 2015
Sold
$3,600,000
$384/sq ft
May 19, 2015
Contingent
—
Apr 8, 2015
Price Changed
$3,750,000
$400/sq ft
Dec 2, 2014
Listed
$3,998,000
$426/sq ft
ARMLS #4887986
Feb 7, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Feb 7, 2014
Price Changed
$4,500,000
$480/sq ft
Feb 8, 2013
Listed
$4,900,000
$523/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 1998
Sold
$1,217,000
$130/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 24, 1993
Sold
$1,100,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 9, 1990
Sold
$700,000
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 23, 1986
Sold
$990,000
$106/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,582 (+4.6%)
2024
$14,896 (+1.4%)
2023
$14,690 (+4.2%)
2022
$14,092 (−9.2%)
$43,770 + $175,110
$218,880
2021
$15,520 (−7.7%)
$43,190 + $172,780
$215,970
2020
$16,807 (+3.7%)
$46,630 + $186,550
$233,180
2019
$16,205 (+4.0%)
$47,060 + $188,260
$235,320
2018
$15,581 (+4.3%)
$47,060 + $188,260
$235,320
2017
$14,945 (−5.5%)
$53,430 + $213,720
$267,150
2016
$15,819 (+14.3%)
$57,210 + $228,850
$286,060
2015
$13,841 (−2.1%)
$57,210 + $228,850
$286,060
2014
$14,141 (+10.8%)
$43,490 + $173,980
$217,470
2013
$12,763 (+5.3%)
$31,500 + $126,000
$157,500
2012
$12,115 (−14.0%)
$31,500 + $126,000
$157,500
2011
$14,094 (−23.3%)
$39,660 + $158,640
$198,300
2010
$18,373 (−16.3%)
$57,550 + $230,200
$287,750
2009
$21,951
$74,770 + $299,080
$373,850
Tax history for 5221 E Arroyo Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,582 (+4.6%)
2024
$14,896 (+1.4%)
2023
$14,690 (+4.2%)
2022
$14,092 (−9.2%)
$43,770 + $175,110
$218,880
2021
$15,520 (−7.7%)
$43,190 + $172,780
$215,970
2020
$16,807 (+3.7%)
$46,630 + $186,550
$233,180
2019
$16,205 (+4.0%)
$47,060 + $188,260
$235,320
2018
$15,581 (+4.3%)
$47,060 + $188,260
$235,320
2017
$14,945 (−5.5%)
$53,430 + $213,720
$267,150
2016
$15,819 (+14.3%)
$57,210 + $228,850
$286,060
2015
$13,841 (−2.1%)
$57,210 + $228,850
$286,060
2014
$14,141 (+10.8%)
$43,490 + $173,980
$217,470
2013
$12,763 (+5.3%)
$31,500 + $126,000
$157,500
2012
$12,115 (−14.0%)
$31,500 + $126,000
$157,500
2011
$14,094 (−23.3%)
$39,660 + $158,640
$198,300
2010
$18,373 (−16.3%)
$57,550 + $230,200
$287,750
2009
$21,951
$74,770 + $299,080
$373,850
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
9
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
9,376
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Maricopa County
APN
16929022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 26, 2026.
R-43
Single-Family Residential District
This district is intended to promote and preserve a low-density residential character and maintain open space and natural features. The principal land use is single-family dwellings and uses incidental or accessory thereto. Lot size of at least 43,560 sq. ft is required in this district.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Jul 2, 2026 • Active
Residential addition-alteration
Perform an interior remodel of a single-family home.
Remodel
Feb 27, 2020 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Expand and remodel the kitchen and den area.
Addition
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Circular Driveway
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Kitchen Information
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Non-laminate Counter: Yes
Multiple Ovens: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 6
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms (Total Decimal): 6.5
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 7
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 8
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Bidet, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
Window Features: Dual Pane
Fireplace Features: Other, Two Way Fireplace, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Gas
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Other, Carpet, Stone, Wood, Sustainable
Exterior
Pool Information
Private Pool
Spa Features: Heated, Private
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, Stone, Block