Windgate Ranch Homes For Sale In Scottsdale
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New, yet not new, characterizes Windgate Ranch. Ostensibly one of the last master-planned communities in Scottsdale, Windgate Ranch features a variety of luxury neighborhoods with single-family homes ranging from $1.5 million to just over $3 million and more for lavish mini-estates. Owners have lovingly cared for these beautiful homes, updating them with high-end finishes and unique customizations.
Windgate Ranch by Toll Brothers is one of the newer and probably the last master-planned community built in Scottsdale. New home sales started in early 2006 through a lottery registration system, with the last new residences completed in 2017. The community features 700 semi-custom homes ranging in size from 2,200 to 6,300 square feet. Most feature four bedrooms and four bathrooms with prices starting in the mid-$1 million. Buyers will find five designs in single-and two-story elevations that reflect Old World Style Spanish architecture, many with inviting courtyards and romantic balconies.
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Nestled in the foothills of the magnificent McDowell Mountains, Windgate Ranch is situated next to the Gateway Trailhead of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. The community’s HOA maintains the balance between the community and the spectacular High Sonoran Desert by requiring review and approval for all residential landscape, hardscape and architectural changes. Residents enjoy views of the surrounding desert and mountains by day and the Phoenix city lights by night.
Windgate Ranch, we believe, is one of the best Toll Brothers communities in Scottsdale.
Amenities Include:
- 10,000-square-foot clubhouse with an open-air living room, a full kitchen, and a bar
- Three swimming pools (one heated)
- Three hot tubs
- Poolside cabanas
- High-tech teen pavilion
- Sand volleyball court
- Basketball court, tennis courts and pickleball courts, sand volleyball courts
- 24-hour guard gated
- Miles of walking trails that spread throughout the community
- Large greenbeltareas with shaded ramadas
Windgate Ranch residents love the community’s location. In just a few minutes, they can be on trails in the wild beauty of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. The community is just east of the Loop 101 Freeway, allowing residents to easily access Central and Old Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix and Sky Harbor International Airport.
Only homes and the community’s clubhouse are located within Windgate Ranch, so residents must venture outside for shopping and dining. Just outside the community, you’ll find Marketplace Shopping Center at Pima Road and Legacy Boulevard, with stores like AJ’s Fine Foods, Heidi Boutique, and Hydrate Salon and Day Spa. McDowell Mountain Marketplace at Bell Road and Thompson Peak Parkway has Basha’s, Chase Bank, Rides ‘N Motion Electric Bike Sales and Rentals, and various service businesses.
Scottsdale Unified District 48 serves the community, with students attending Copper Ridge Elementary School, Copper Ridge Middle School, and Chaparral High School.
| Quick Fact | Windgate Ranch |
|---|---|
| Location | McDowell Mountain foothills, North Scottsdale, east of Loop 101, adjacent to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve |
| ZIP Code | 85255 |
| Community Type | One of Scottsdale's last master-planned communities - 700 Toll Brothers semi-custom homes |
| Gated | 24-hour guard gated |
| Home Types | Semi-custom single-family homes, 2,200 to 6,300 square feet, most four-bedroom four-bath, five designs in single- and two-story Old World Spanish architecture |
| Resident Amenities | 10,000-square-foot clubhouse, three pools including one heated, three hot tubs, cabanas, high-tech teen pavilion, volleyball, basketball, tennis and pickleball courts, miles of walking trails, greenbelts with shaded ramadas |
| Shopping & Dining | Marketplace Shopping Center at Pima and Legacy, McDowell Mountain Marketplace at Bell and Thompson Peak |
| School District | Scottsdale Unified District 48 - Copper Ridge Elementary, Copper Ridge Middle, Chaparral High |
| Lifestyle | Luxury, refined living, resort-style desert living and outdoor recreation |
| Nearby Areas | Central and Old Scottsdale, downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor International Airport, McDowell Sonoran Preserve |
| Real Estate | Single-family homes $1.5 million to just over $3 million, 2,200 to 6,300 square feet |
Windgate Ranch at a Glance: Behind a 24-hour guard gate in the McDowell Mountain foothills, Windgate Ranch holds 700 semi-custom Toll Brothers homes drawn from five Old World Spanish designs in single- and two-story elevations. Residents share a 10,000-square-foot clubhouse, three pools, a teen pavilion, tennis and pickleball courts, and miles of trails backing to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Homes span 2,200 to 6,300 square feet and price from $1.5 million to just over $3 million, within Scottsdale Unified District 48.
Selling Your Windgate Ranch Home
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FAQs for Windgate Ranch
1. Where is Windgate Ranch located in Scottsdale?
Windgate Ranch is located in North Scottsdale near Thompson Peak Parkway and Bell Road, adjacent to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve and close to Loop 101, Scottsdale Road, shopping, dining, and hiking trails.
2. What makes Windgate Ranch different from other North Scottsdale communities?
Windgate Ranch stands out for its guard-gated setting, Toll Brothers-built homes, extensive resort-style amenities, strong community atmosphere, and direct access to outdoor recreation near the McDowell Mountains.
3. What amenities are available in Windgate Ranch?
Residents enjoy a large community clubhouse, multiple pools and spas, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball courts, playgrounds, walking trails, green spaces, cabanas, and community gathering areas throughout the neighborhood.
4. Are homes in Windgate Ranch considered luxury homes?
Yes. Windgate Ranch is considered one of North Scottsdale’s premier luxury communities, featuring upscale homes with designer finishes, mountain views, larger lots, and resort-style indoor-outdoor living spaces.
5. Is Windgate Ranch close to hiking and outdoor activities?
Yes. Windgate Ranch is located directly across from the Gateway Trailhead of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, offering residents convenient access to hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation throughout North Scottsdale.
6. What types of homes are available in Windgate Ranch?
Windgate Ranch offers a variety of luxury single-family homes including semi-custom residences, larger estate homes, and newer construction properties with spacious floor plans and modern amenities.
7. Is Windgate Ranch popular with families and seasonal residents?
Yes. Windgate Ranch attracts both full-time residents and seasonal homeowners because of its gated security, family-friendly amenities, community events, resort atmosphere, and convenient Scottsdale location.
8. What schools serve the Windgate Ranch community?
Windgate Ranch is commonly served by Scottsdale Unified School District schools, with nearby educational options depending on the location of the property within the community.
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Last Updated: October 2026
