5226 E Mountain View Rd, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
About this home
BEST VALUE in PV and MOVE-IN ready! Unique & Stunning Frank Lloyd Wright inspired luxury 1.5-acre estate on large flat lot! Nestled on a quiet street w/ no through traffic, this beautifully remodeled home reflects a perfect balance of simple modern luxury living & casual elegance! NO STEP inside! Desirable N/S exposure brings in tons of natural light through skylights & new windows/doors! Entertain family/friends in the amazing resort-style backyard w/ ultimate privacy. Featuring spacious primary suite, private casita with kitchenette, VIKING gas BBQ, large travertine patio courtyard, HEATED pebble pool, rare-seen mature bamboos by waterfall, 2 EV chargers, large gazebo, turf+grass, & full-size tennis court, this home is ready for the next family. Seller carry available. Owner Agent This charming solid block home was built in 1981 by the luxury custom home builder Weldon Minchew apprenticed by Frank Lloyd Wright for the first family who have lived here for 40 years! The seclude and unique 1.45 acre lot with deep setback from the street and desert wash behind provides ultimate privacy and security. Enjoy the breathtaking mountain view through large front window and the picture-perfect beautiful view of the backyard through 4 sets of large sliding doors where indoor/outdoor living spaces flow seamlessly together! The current (2nd) owner did a complete cosmetic update in the last 2 years while preserving the original charms and architectural integrity of the home. It is NOT a cookie cutter style home and it may not have as many bathrooms as some home buyers are looking for, however, it demonstrates a unique, charming, calming, and loving energy and it is SUPER energy efficient when it comes heating and cooling! Below are the features and recent improvements: - New solar panels financed with 1.49% interest rate - New 400-AMP electrical panel upgrade. - New commercial grade windows and doors - New kitchen waterfall quartz countertop and backsplash - 4 beautifully updated bathrooms - new casita remodel with kitchenette - New washer/dryer/steamer in primary closet - 2nd Washer/dryer hookup by garage entrance - Water softener with exterior soft water spigot for car wash at home - new custom cabinets for primary closets and all bathrooms - New concrete roof tiles and new under layments - New gutter system in backyard - New triple-insulated garage doors (2) and new garage opener - New luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout (no carpet) - New smooth wall texture finish - New exterior and interior paint - All interior doors are solid wood doors and restained - new 84" luxury linear electric fireplace - New LED lights and ceiling fans - New travertine pavers in back patio - New gazebo top beams - New pool equipment (filter, vac, pump) - New cool deck finish around the pool and gazebo - new turf by AZ Turf masters - New extended driveway for extra parking spaces - 2 New EV chargers - 4 AC units
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
1.45 acresLot Size
$701Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Maggie Wu• Realty ONE Group
Bought with Lisa Roberts• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
*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
Beds
—
Baths
5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.45 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,874
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Maricopa County
APN
16805040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 26, 2026.
RE-43
Residential Estate District-One-Family Residence
The RE-43, One-Family Residence, is a district of single-family homes designed to maintain, protect and preserve a character of development on lots with a minimum area of 43,560 sq ft, and with not more than one dwelling unit and customary accessory buildings upon one lot.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Office-Other
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Open Parking Spaces: 12
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, RV Gate, Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Circular Driveway, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Separate Strge Area, Side Vehicle Entry
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Kitchen Information
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Multiple Ovens: Yes
Reverse Osmosis: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Wall Oven(s): Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 4
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 6
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Water Purifier
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Smart Home, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Shwr & Tub
Lot Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Grass Back, Synthetic Grass Back
Building Information
Building Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,323
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Conventional
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: No Fees
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Cocopah Middle School
High School: Chaparral High School
High School District: Scottsdale Unified District
Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
Elementary School District: Scottsdale Unified District
Community Information
Security System Owned
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,874
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: Maricopa County
APN: 16805040
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: City Water
Around this home
Schools
Cherokee Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Cocopah Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
Chaparral High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
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