DESIGNER REMODEL. Warm contemporary along the signature 9th fairway of the Desert Highlands golf course. Artfully designed, this home is a harmony of comfort, fine finishes, and quality throughout. Walls of windows border the living room and family room, creating the perfect indoor/outdoor living blend, and offering dramatic Pinnacle Peak, mountains, city lights, golf course & sunset views from nearly every room. Gourmet kitchen, top of the line appliances, breakfast room and adjacent formal dining room. Opulent master suite with sauna. guest suite, media room and private office in the main house. Detached guest casita with private patio, wetbar, walk-in closet and full bath. Spectacular outdoor living, complete with living room, tv, fireplace, built-in barbecue, heated pebble tec pool and tile spa. Professional desert landscaping, blending into the pristine backdrop of the Sonoran Desert, adds to the essence of this outstanding setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
0.84 acresLot Size
$734Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Nancy Sertich• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Dena Bullard• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Seller to pay $75,000 membership fee with accepted offer. Stunning contemporary home on 9th fairway of Desert Highlands. Finishes are sleek & clean. Outstanding lighting & electronics. Separate guest house plus flex room above garages.
ARMLS #1990267
Apr 1, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Jun 8, 2003
Listed
$2,500,000
$450/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 1998
Sold
$255,000
$46/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 17, 1994
Sold
$283,925
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,607 (+0.8%)
2024
$9,529 (+4.6%)
2023
$9,114 (+3.8%)
2022
$8,780 (−14.9%)
$29,890 + $119,570
$149,460
2021
$10,321 (−5.4%)
$30,820 + $123,290
$154,110
2020
$10,914 (−1.7%)
$31,600 + $126,400
$158,000
2019
$11,100 (+1.8%)
$31,550 + $126,220
$157,770
2018
$10,898 (−1.0%)
$31,550 + $126,220
$157,770
2017
$11,013 (−0.9%)
$30,320 + $121,280
$151,600
2016
$11,116 (+5.7%)
$29,890 + $119,570
$149,460
2015
$10,512 (+4.3%)
$29,970 + $119,880
$149,850
2014
$10,080 (+19.1%)
$28,540 + $114,170
$142,710
2013
$8,465 (+11.3%)
$24,140 + $96,560
$120,700
2012
$7,604 (+11.5%)
$24,140 + $96,560
$120,700
2011
$6,819 (+23.1%)
$24,140 + $96,560
$120,700
2010
$5,539 (−12.0%)
$22,850 + $91,410
$114,260
2009
$6,298
$27,400 + $109,600
$137,000
Tax history for 10040 E Happy Valley Rd #21
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,607 (+0.8%)
2024
$9,529 (+4.6%)
2023
$9,114 (+3.8%)
2022
$8,780 (−14.9%)
$29,890 + $119,570
$149,460
2021
$10,321 (−5.4%)
$30,820 + $123,290
$154,110
2020
$10,914 (−1.7%)
$31,600 + $126,400
$158,000
2019
$11,100 (+1.8%)
$31,550 + $126,220
$157,770
2018
$10,898 (−1.0%)
$31,550 + $126,220
$157,770
2017
$11,013 (−0.9%)
$30,320 + $121,280
$151,600
2016
$11,116 (+5.7%)
$29,890 + $119,570
$149,460
2015
$10,512 (+4.3%)
$29,970 + $119,880
$149,850
2014
$10,080 (+19.1%)
$28,540 + $114,170
$142,710
2013
$8,465 (+11.3%)
$24,140 + $96,560
$120,700
2012
$7,604 (+11.5%)
$24,140 + $96,560
$120,700
2011
$6,819 (+23.1%)
$24,140 + $96,560
$120,700
2010
$5,539 (−12.0%)
$22,850 + $91,410
$114,260
2009
$6,298
$27,400 + $109,600
$137,000
*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
0.84 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,560
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Maricopa County
APN
21704029
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 26, 2026.
R1-18
ESL (HD)
Single-Family Residential District
This district is intended to promote and preserve residential development. Lot size is such that a low density of population is still maintained. Land use is composed chiefly of individual homes, together with required recreation, religious and educational facilities as the basic elements of a balanced neighborhood.
Zone overlays
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Public service
Communications tower
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Separate Strge Area
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Kitchen Information
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Multiple Ovens: Yes
Range Oven Electric: Yes
Reverse Osmosis: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Wall Oven(s): Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Total Decimal): 4.5
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 5
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Water Purifier
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Master Downstairs, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Tub with Jets
Window Features: Solar Screens
Green Energy Efficient: Multi-Pane Wndws, Multi-Zones
Fireplace Features: 2 Fireplace, Two Way Fireplace, Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Living Room, Gas
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet, Stone
Room Information
Basement: None
Exterior
Pool Information
Private Pool
Spa Features: Heated, Private
Pool Features: Heated
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Desert Sun Academy
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Location Information
Directions: Happy Valley east 1.2 miles to Golf Club Drive, north through guard gate to Desert Highlands Drive, west to Smoke Tree Drive, north to Residence 21
Community Information
Fire Sprinkler System, Security System Owned
Community Features: Golf, Gated, Guarded Entry, Concierge, Tennis Court(s), Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 5,560
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.84 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: —
County: Maricopa County
APN: 21704029
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 26, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: City Water
Around this home
Schools
Desert Sun Academy
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.4mi
6/10
Sonoran Trails Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.3mi
4/10
Cactus Shadows High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi
10/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
9% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 13.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$3.88M – $4.69M
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