Desert Trails Homes For Sale In Scottsdale
Desert Trails Real Estate by The Holm Group
This small community of single-family homes built primarily between 1970 and 1977 is part of the desirable Cactus-Shea Corridor in Central Scottsdale. If you’re seeking a neighborhood with character in the midst of all the action, this is it. Desert Trails is located between Sweetwater Avenue and Larkspur Drive on the north and south and between 68th Street on the west and 70th Street on the east.
Residences here are moderate in size, ranging from about 2,100 square feet to just over 3,000 square feet, with two to five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms on properties that range from a half acre to an acre. Current prices are $700,950 to $1,000,000.
The size and age of the properties give residents mature, attractive landscaping that includes citrus trees on some lots. Some lots have ramadas and other outbuildings, courtyard entrances, custom backyard pools, patios and outdoor living areas. These custom residences display a variety of architectural styles that include territorial and Tuscan. A handful of properties were constructed around 2008. This area is also popular for new builds.
Remodeled Luxury
Most homes here have been lovingly remodeled to meet modern décor. Buyers will find desirable elements such as open floor plans, owners’ suites secluded from the rest of the home, updated floors, kitchens and bathrooms, designer tile, vaulted ceilings, formal living areas and large laundry rooms. Some residences have large, multi-car garages for storing vehicles or using as a workshop. As the properties are spacious, new owners also have lots of room to add on if they so wish.
Close to Everything
Desert Trails’ location is one of its best assets. Residents are close to lots of shopping and local restaurants in Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter. Scottsdale air Park is just a few minutes via the Pima 101 Freeway, which is only a few blocks east of the neighborhood.
It’s a great place to raise a family too, as Cactus Park and Sereno Park, offering a variety of recreational facilities, are only moments away by car. Children attend schools in the highly rated Paradise Unified District 069.
Whether you are buying or selling a home in Desert Trails, The Holm Group is here to assist you. The Holm Group represents both buyers and sellers throughout Desert Trails and surrounding communities. Whether it’s a custom home, luxury home, single family home or town home you can rely on The Holm Group to ensure a smooth and successful transaction. Remove the stress from buying or selling and let The Holm Group assist you today.
| Quick Fact | Desert Trails |
|---|---|
| Location | Bounded by Sweetwater Avenue, Larkspur Drive, 68th Street and 70th Street in central Scottsdale |
| Home Types | Single-family homes with two to five bedrooms and two to three bathrooms |
| Shopping & Dining | Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter |
| School District | Paradise Valley Unified District 069 |
| Nearby Areas | Cactus Park, Sereno Park and Scottsdale Airpark via the Loop 101 Pima Freeway |
| Real Estate | $700,950 to $1,000,000 |
| Home Sizes | Approximately 2,100 to 3,000 square feet |
| Lot Sizes | Half an acre to one acre |
| Year Built | Primarily between 1970 and 1977 |
| Setting | Part of the Cactus-Shea Corridor in central Scottsdale |
Desert Trails at a Glance: Desert Trails is a small community of single-family homes in central Scottsdale's Cactus-Shea Corridor, built primarily between 1970 and 1977 on half-acre to one-acre lots.
Desert Trails Homes For Sale
Last Updated: October 2026
