The master planned communities in Scottsdale are second to none. In recent years there has been unbelievable master planned communities spring up in the North Scottsdale area. Some of the better known communities are Grayhawk, DC Ranch, Troon North, Estancia, Legend Trail, Desert Mountain, along with many more.

Grayhawk has been a very successful master planned community of over 1600 acres. Forty percent (640 acres) of which will remain in its natural state. They have developed Grayhawk as a master planned community centered around resort living. The communities center pieces include two beautiful master golf courses, Talon and Raptor. Each are anchored by the 40,000 square foot Grayhawk Golf Clubhouse, which includes all the amenities you can ask for including restaurants, shops, separate locker rooms and more.

DC Ranch is set in the ruggedly beautiful vegetation that grows taller and lusher as the land rises towards the McDowell Mountains in Northeast Scottsdale. The master plan offers a true sense of neighborhood by creating villages that conform to the land and its natural features. Encompassing approximately 3,700 splendid acres of high Sonoran desert, each home community offers unique home and site selection choices. New homes range from approximately $600,000 to over $2 million for custom homes and home sites. Semi-custom homes start at $640,000. Custom lots of 1 acre or more start at $450,000.

Troon North is an 1800 acre master planned development in north Scottsdale. The centerpiece of the community is the two nationally recognized golf courses. The community's natural beauty is enhanced by the championship Monument Golf Course and the new Pinnacle Course - both considered to be among the finest in the world. A magnificent 35,000 square foot clubhouse showcases the two magnificent courses. Troon North promises to be a casual, yet elegant blend of the best in Southwest living.

Nestled on the northern slope of Scottsdale's famed landmark... Pinnacle Peak, the private community of Estancia has been sensitively planned as the Southwest's most prestigious address. This gated community, which encompasses 640 acres of the most exquisite Sonoran high desert terrain, features 223 spectacular custom home sites and 39 beautifully designed villas. By day or by night, the views are breathtaking with distant mountains, massive boulder outcroppings, statuesque saguaro cacti, romantic western sunsets, and twinkling city lights.

Located in North Scottsdale, Legend Trail offers a spectacular recreational and residential opportunity. Fifty percent of Legend Trail's 640 acres is devoted to open space, much of which will remain in its natural state. The custom estates and resort style homes are situated in close proximity to the par 72 championship public golf course designed by Rees Jones. Legend Trail is a beautiful treatment of golf and lifestyle with options for everyone's enjoyment.

Desert Mountain is one of the most beautifully planned communities in all of north America. The smell of the blooming cacti and the sight of splendid sunsets combined with the five Jack Nicklaus designed golf courses will ease your mind and entice your soul. The master plan offers a design of unique villages that entails a multitude of choices; from purchasing raw land, or buying a pre built home from a quality home builder. Desert Mountain is blessed with an elevation location, looking down over the entirety of Scottsdale. From Desert Mountain you can catch amazing views of the city, breathtaking sunsets, mountain vistas surround you in every direction.

DC Ranch
Grayhawk
Desert Mountain
Troon North
Estancia
Legend Trail
Rancho Mañana
The Boulders