Sierra Reserve Homes For Sale In Scottsdale
Sierra Reserve was a highly anticipated luxury residential development planned for a 223-acre parcel in North Scottsdale, at 122nd Street and Dynamite Boulevard — ideally placed between the Golf Club Scottsdale, Troon North, and Scottsdale National Golf Club, with the scenic McDowell Sonoran Preserve just next door.
It is important for buyers to know that Sierra Reserve was never built. The project was cancelled in 2014, and no homes exist there. The good news is that the North Scottsdale setting Sierra Reserve promised — single-level luxury living, golf, and dramatic desert and mountain views — is very much available in the established and new-construction communities that surround the site, and The Holm Group can help you find the right one.
What Was Sierra Reserve?
Sierra Reserve was envisioned as the first master-planned luxury community built in Scottsdale in a decade, developed by Lyle Anderson — the respected developer behind Desert Highlands and Desert Mountain — through Reserve Development Company.
The plan called for approximately 250 custom homesites across 223 acres, with 19 predesigned, single-level floor plans ranging from about 3,000 to 6,100 square feet in six architectural styles from Bassenian-Lagoni, and a Spanish-Mediterranean clubhouse with a fitness facility, cantina, theatre, and pools. Homes were expected to be priced from roughly $1.5 million to $2.5 million, on lots up to three-quarters of an acre.
What Happened to Sierra Reserve?
Although the City of Scottsdale approved the plans and lot sales briefly began, the project did not move forward.
In March 2014, the 223-acre Sierra Reserve parcel was acquired by Bob Parsons — founder of GoDaddy and owner of the adjacent Scottsdale National Golf Club — and the planned residential community was cancelled. No lots were ever sold, and the land was absorbed into the neighboring golf club rather than developed as homes. As a result, there are no Sierra Reserve homes for sale, and none are planned.
Luxury Homes Near the Former Sierra Reserve
Buyers who were drawn to Sierra Reserve — its single-level luxury homes, golf, and Preserve-adjacent setting — will find that vision realized in the established and new communities nearby:
- Troon North — an 1,800-acre master-planned community with two championship golf courses and new and resale homes
- Troon Village — a golf community surrounding Troon Country Club
- Estancia — a gated community of custom homes north of Pinnacle Peak
- Desert Highlands — a Lyle Anderson-developed golf community on Pinnacle Peak (the same developer as Sierra Reserve)
- Desert Mountain — another acclaimed Lyle Anderson luxury golf community
- New construction — current custom-home and builder opportunities throughout the Troon area
Because Sierra Reserve shared its developer with Desert Highlands and Desert Mountain, those communities in particular capture much of what made the Sierra Reserve concept appealing — and they are available today. Contact The Holm Group for current homes and new-construction options.
Things to Do in the Troon & North Scottsdale Area
Golf
This is one of Arizona’s premier golf settings:
- Troon North’s Monument and Pinnacle championship courses
- Troon Country Club and the Golf Club Scottsdale
- Scottsdale National Golf Club nearby
- Numerous additional North Scottsdale courses
Outdoor Recreation
The high Sonoran Desert is at the doorstep:
- Direct access to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
- Miles of hiking and biking trails
- Pinnacle Peak Park and Troon North Park
- Dramatic granite boulder formations and desert landscape
Shopping & Dining
Premier amenities are a short drive away:
- Troon-area restaurants and resorts
- The Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North
- Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter
- Old Town Scottsdale’s dining and galleries
Setting & Convenience
The location offers scenery and access:
- Roughly 1,500 feet above the valley floor for cooler temperatures
- Sweeping mountain and desert views
- Access to the Loop 101 via North Scottsdale corridors
- A short drive to Scottsdale Airport
Nearby Schools
The far North Scottsdale (85262) area is served by highly rated public school districts, along with private options. Because attendance boundaries in this area vary by parcel and can change over time, buyers with school-age children should always verify current school assignments and boundaries directly with the district before purchasing a home.
Why Buyers Choose the Troon & North Scottsdale Area
Buyers are drawn to the area around the former Sierra Reserve because it offers:
- Single-level luxury and custom homes
- Championship golf and golf-community living
- Direct access to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
- Dramatic mountain, boulder, and desert views
- Cooler high-desert temperatures
- Established communities and current new construction
- Communities by acclaimed developers, including Lyle Anderson
- Some of the most prestigious addresses in North Scottsdale
Frequently Asked Questions About Sierra Reserve & North Scottsdale
1. What was Sierra Reserve?
Sierra Reserve was a planned luxury residential development in North Scottsdale, envisioned on a 223-acre parcel at 122nd Street and Dynamite Boulevard, adjacent to Scottsdale National Golf Club and near Troon North and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. It was designed by renowned developer Lyle Anderson to offer single-level custom luxury homes.
2. Can you still buy a home in Sierra Reserve?
No. Sierra Reserve was never built. Although the City of Scottsdale approved the plans and lot sales briefly began, no lots were sold, and the project was cancelled in 2014. Buyers drawn to the Sierra Reserve vision now look to the established and new-construction luxury communities that surround the site — something The Holm Group can help with directly.
3. What happened to the Sierra Reserve land?
In March 2014, the 223-acre Sierra Reserve parcel was acquired by Bob Parsons — the founder of GoDaddy and owner of the adjacent Scottsdale National Golf Club — and the planned residential community was cancelled. The land was absorbed into the neighboring golf club rather than developed as homes.
4. Who was developing Sierra Reserve?
Sierra Reserve was being developed by Lyle Anderson through Reserve Development Company. Anderson is well known and respected in Scottsdale as the developer of the Desert Highlands and Desert Mountain luxury communities, which remain excellent options for buyers who admired the Sierra Reserve concept.
5. What was Sierra Reserve going to offer?
The plan called for roughly 250 custom homesites and 19 predesigned, single-level floor plans ranging from about 3,000 to 6,100 square feet, in six architectural styles by Bassenian-Lagoni, with a Spanish-Mediterranean clubhouse, fitness facility, cantina, theatre, and pools. Prices were expected to range from about $1.5 million to $2.5 million.
6. Where should I look instead of Sierra Reserve?
The same North Scottsdale setting Sierra Reserve promised — golf, mountain views, and the McDowell Sonoran Preserve — is found in the established communities nearby: Troon North, Troon Village, Estancia, and Desert Highlands, plus current new-construction neighborhoods in the Troon area. The Holm Group can match you to the right one.
7. Is there new construction near the former Sierra Reserve?
Yes. The Troon and North Scottsdale area continues to see new-construction luxury homes and custom homesites. Availability changes over time, so contact The Holm Group for the current new-construction and custom-home opportunities in the area.
8. What is the area around the former Sierra Reserve like?
It is high Sonoran Desert in far North Scottsdale, roughly 1,500 feet above the valley floor, with granite boulder formations, lush desert landscape, championship golf, and direct access to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve — one of the most scenic luxury settings in the Valley.
9. What schools serve the Troon and North Scottsdale area?
The far North Scottsdale (85262) area is served by highly rated public school districts, along with private options. Because attendance boundaries in this area vary by parcel and can change, buyers with school-age children should verify current school assignments directly with the district before purchasing.
10. Should I work with The Holm Group to buy or sell in the Troon and North Scottsdale area?
Andrew and The Holm Group have more than 26 years of experience and hundreds of closed transactions across Scottsdale, including the Troon-area luxury and golf communities — Troon North, Troon Village, Estancia, Desert Highlands, and new construction — that buyers who were drawn to Sierra Reserve typically choose instead. The team represents both buyers and sellers, specializing in custom homes, luxury homes, golf-course homes, and new construction.
Learn More About Troon & North Scottsdale Homes
Explore current listings, luxury and new-construction homes, and market updates in Troon North and throughout North Scottsdale.
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For information about city services, the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, trails, parks, and things to do in the area, visit the official City of Scottsdale website.
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Last Updated: October 2026
