Carefree Homes For Sale In Carefree AZ

Carefree Homes For Sale

Carefree Homes For Sale In Carefree AZ

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What a fitting name for one of the most laid-back communities in Arizona, where you could very well find your dream home. This upscale town at the north end of the Phoenix Valley between Black Mountain and Cave Buttes was established in the 1950s by businessmen K.T. Palmer and Tom Darlington, the latter having a street in the town center bearing his name.  The town has a current population of about 3,799 people. From its humble beginnings to today’s thriving real estate scene, Carefree has always been diverse. No wonder its motto is “Home of Cowboys and Caviar, Where the Old West Meets the New.

 

Primarily Rural Population

Carefree neighborhoods are primarily rural, with about 1,834 houses, the majority owner-occupied, with less than 10% with renters. Housing density of 207 houses or condos per square mile. The median price for houses and condos is about $322,408, with contract rent at $934. However, homes can sell anywhere between $400,000 and $1 million. Buyers will find state-of-the-art quality homes with myriad attraction floor plans. Statistics show 716 mortgaged homes in the area with a median value of $807,703, an increase from previous years and much higher than Arizona’s median of $279,200. Carefree’s most populous age group is people aged 45 to 64.

 

Quality Local Schools

Cave Creek Unified District 93 serves the town through the following schools:

  • Lone Mountain Elementary School
  • Horseshoe Trails Elementary School
  • Desert Sun Academy
  • Black Mountain Elementary School
  • Sonoran Trails Middle School
  • Cactus Shadows High School

 

Residents can also send students to Annunciation Catholic School, Stepping Stones Academy, and Bella Vista College Preparatory Academy.

 

Shopping, Dining and Entertainment

Something is always going on in Carefree. The Boulders Resort and Spa at the town’s southern Edge is a natural refuge with modern comforts and gaming activities. The town center features Carefree Desert Gardens and Sundial Park, home to the third largest sundial in the Western Hemisphere, measuring 90 feet in diameter with gnomon standing 35 feet high. The gardens host frequent concerts and other activities while surrounding shopping centers have art galleries, unique boutiques and exciting restaurants, set amid streets with names like Ho Hum Way, Easy Street, and Lucky Lane. Among the popular eateries are:

  • Keeler’s Neighborhood Steakhouse
  • English Rose Tea Room
  • Sweet Suzan’s
  • Black Mountain Coffee Shop & Cafe

 

Whether you are interested in an apartment, a luxury home, villas, or a luxury condo, you can find it all in Carefree. The town encompasses a total area of 8.9 square miles, more than enough to accommodate your needs. Contact The Holm Group at 480-206-4265 to help find your next home in Carefree, Arizona. Our team can provide a stellar experience for buyers and sellers, as we are committed to complete satisfaction on the part of our clients.

 

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Carefree Homes For Sale

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$5,994,900
35801 N MEANDER Way, Carefree, AZ 85377
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# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 5
Year Built: 2023
Subdivision: CAREFREE 3A AMD
Description: Just finished! READY TO MOVE IN!! Rare opportunity to own a brand-new singl...
Last Updated: September - 22 - 2023
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$5,400,000
6901 E Restin Road, Carefree, AZ 85377
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# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 5.5
Year Built: 1991
Subdivision: Carefree Plat 3B
Description: Completely ReCrafted and upgraded. Sitting on an amazing 2.5 acres lot with...
Last Updated: September - 30 - 2023
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$5,294,700
6623 E EL SENDERO Road, Carefree, AZ 85377
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Open House (09/30/2023 - 10:30 am)
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bathrooms: 5.5
Year Built: 1983
Subdivision: CAREFREE GRAND VIEW ESTATES
Description: Modern Contemporary Home in the best location of Black Mountain. This moder...
Last Updated: September - 30 - 2023
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$4,535,000
36631 Peaceful Place, Carefree, AZ 85377
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# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 4
Year Built: 2005
Subdivision: Carefree
Description: Timeless Masterpiece. No expenses spared. One of A Kind Jewel nestled in, o...
Last Updated: September - 22 - 2023
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$4,500,000
First home to bridge a canyon in Arizona, from Gerry Jones. The famous Slingman house lies on one of Carefree's most astonishing boulder-strewn lots, with dramatic views in every direction, and also includes a separate casita below.
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# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 3
Year Built: 1971
Subdivision: A Landmark Architectural Wonder, bridging a dramatic canyon, built by Gerry Jones.
Description: Landmark architectural wonder, first home in Arizona to bridge a canyon, bu...
Last Updated: September - 26 - 2023
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$3,500,000
6924 E Stagecoach Pass Pass, Carefree, AZ 85377
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# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 3.5
Year Built: 1983
Subdivision: CAREFREE PLAT 3B
Description: Nestled between trophy boulders, on a hillside lot, this landmark residence...
Last Updated: September - 22 - 2023
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$3,295,000
8702 E SILVER SADDLE Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377
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# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 5.5
Year Built: 1984
Subdivision: COW TRACK ESTATES 2
Description: Private 5 acre hilltop estate surrounded by surreal desert and city light v...
Last Updated: September - 26 - 2023
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$3,100,000
7686 E STAGECOACH PASS Road, Carefree, AZ 85377
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Open House (10/08/2023 - 12:00 pm)
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 4
Year Built: 2021
Subdivision: CAREFREE ARIZONA
Description: Priced to SELL! Incredible Price Reduction! Optima DCH Global presents this...
Last Updated: September - 27 - 2023
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$2,900,000
37yy N NEVER MIND Lot 2 Trail N, 2, Carefree, AZ 85377
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# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bathrooms: 5
Year Built: 2023
Subdivision: NEVER MIND TRAIL
Description: Incredible views in all directions and located minutes from shopping, resta...
Last Updated: September - 22 - 2023
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$2,295,000
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bathrooms: 5
Year Built: 1982
Subdivision: CAREFREE TOO
Description: Your luxury lifestyle awaits you in Carefree, Arizona! This amazing Santa B...
Last Updated: September - 30 - 2023
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