34848 N DESERT RIDGE Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85262
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Supplements: ... (Read more) Alfred Newman Beadle | Desert Ranch Original Address: 34848 N Desert Ridge Dr, Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Architect: Alfred Newman Beadle One of a very limited collection of Alfred Newman Beadle residences within the original Desert Ranch enclave, this property represents a rare opportunity to own a true piece of Arizona modernist heritage--set within one of North Scottsdale's most serene and unspoiled desert settings. Originally designed by Beadle for the community's developer, the home is a pure expression of desert modernism--defined by clean horizontal lines, balanced massing, and a profound connection to the surrounding landscape. Thoughtfully expanded and meticulously renewed, it preserves the integrity of Beadle's vision while elevating livability for today's luxury buyer. Positioned on more than two pristine acres, the setting is as compelling as the architecture itself--offering uninterrupted desert vistas, exceptional privacy, and the quiet beauty of open Sonoran terrain. Here, expansive skies, vibrant sunsets, and the stillness of the desert become part of everyday living. A dramatic arrival sequence opens to light-filled interiors where floor-to-ceiling glass dissolves boundaries between indoors and out. The home's signature "Beadle Box" concept remains intact, enhanced by modern updates including a refined chef's kitchen that anchors the living spaces and opens effortlessly to outdoor patios and view corridors. Dual primary suites provide flexibility and comfort, each offering spa-like baths and a tranquil connection to the desert landscape. Throughout the home, materials reflect enduring quality and authenticity, including hand-troweled colored stucco and a commercial-grade roofing system designed for longevity. Outdoor living is equally compelling--designed for both quiet reflection and elevated entertaining. A pebble-finish pool, shaded terraces, and intimate courtyards are framed by mountain views and natural desert vegetation, creating a resort-like environment under endless Arizona skies. A newer detached three-car garage with glass doors and dedicated workshop space adds a rare and highly functional amenity--ideal for collectors, hobbyists, or those seeking additional flexibility without compromising architectural integrity. Located within the original Desert Ranch--an early vision of refined desert living conceived prior to the rise of surrounding master-planned communities--this property maintains its distinct identity, separate from nearby developments. The remaining homesites continue to reflect the area's legacy of space, design, and connection to the land. Surrounded by desert preserves and within close proximity to world-class golf, hiking, and the dining and lifestyle offerings of North Scottsdale and Cave Creek, this home offers a unique balance of architectural significance, natural beauty, and elevated desert living. --- Features at a Glance * One of only a handful of Beadle-designed homes in Desert Ranch * Designed for the original developer by Alfred Newman Beadle * Expanded and reimagined while preserving architectural integrity * 2+ acres of pristine Sonoran Desert with mountain & vista views * Signature elements: deep overhangs, ground-level glazing, "Beadle Box" plan * Floor-to-ceiling glass with seamless indoor/outdoor living * Chef's kitchen with quality finishes and view-oriented design * Dual primary suites with spa-like baths and private patio access * Hand-troweled colored stucco exterior, commercial-grade roof * Pebble-finish pool, multiple terraces, and shaded outdoor living spaces * Detached 3-car glass-door garage with workshop & storage (rare for Beadle)
Listing Details MLS# 6942912
Location, Tax & Legal
- House Number
- 34848
- Compass
- N
- Street Name
- DESERT RIDGE
- St Suffix
- Drive
- City/Town Code
- Scottsdale
- State/Province
- AZ
- Zip Code
- 85262
- Zip4
- 1184
- County Code
- Maricopa
- Assessor Number
- 216-46-012
- Subdivision
- DESERT RANCH LOTS 1 THROUGH 12 & TRACT C D E BLOCK
- Tax Year
- 2024
- Assessor's Map #
- 46
- Legal Description (Abbrev)
- DESERT RANCH MCR 182-49
- Assessor's Parcel #
- 12
- Tax Municipality
- Scottsdale
- Taxes
- 3168
Contract Information
- Type
- Exclusive Right To Sell
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN
- No
General Property Description
- Dwelling Type
- Single Family Residence
- Dwelling Styles
- Detached
- Exterior Stories
- Yes
- # of Interior Levels
- Yes
- # Bedrooms
- 3
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 3
- Approx SQFT
- 3430
- Price/SqFt
- 612.24
- Horses
- N
- Model
- Al Beadle Modern
- Builder Name
- Al Beadle Architect
- Year Built
- 1981
- Approx Lot SqFt
- 103520
- Approx Lot Acres
- 2.376
- Flood Zone
- Yes
- Community Pool Y/N
- No
- Private Pool Y/N
- Yes
- Fireplace YN
- Yes
- Fireplaces Total
- Yes
- Planned Comm Name
- Desert Ranch
- Marketing Name
- Desert Ranch
- Elementary School District
- Cave Creek Unified District
- High School District
- Cave Creek Unified District
- Elementary School
- Desert Sun Academy
- Jr. High School
- Sonoran Trails Middle School
- High School
- Cactus Shadows High School
- Half Bathrooms
- 0
Remarks Misc
- Cross Street
- Pima & Legend Trail Parkway
- Directions
- Pima Rd to Legend Trail Parkway, East to Desert Ridge Drive. Right (South) on East to Desert Ridge Drive to property
Legal Info
- Township
- 5N
- Range
- 5E
- Section
- 5
- Lot Number
- 10
Architect
- Architect
- Alfred Newman Beadle
More Information
Basement
- Basement Y/N
- N
Items Updated
- Floor Partial/Full
- Full
- Wiring Partial/Full
- Partial
- Plmbg Yr Updated
- 2021
- Plmbg Partial/Full
- Partial
- Ht/Cool Partial/Full
- Partial
- Roof Partial/Full
- Full
- Kitchen Partial/Full
- Full
- Bath(s) Partial/Full
- Full
- Rm Adtn Partial/Full
- Full
- Pool Partial/Full
- Partial
Parking Spaces
- Garage Spaces
- 3
- Total Covered Spaces
- 3
- Slab Parking Spaces
- 0
Showing Notification Methods
- Showing Service
- Aligned Showings
Contact Info
- List Agent Home Phn
- 480-652-9561
- List Agent Hme Phn 2
- 480-254-7510
- List Agent Cell Phn2
- 480-254-7510
Special Listing Cond
- N/A
- Yes
Construction
- Wood Frame
- Yes
- Slump Block
- Yes
Const - Finish
- Painted
- Yes
- Stucco
- Yes
- Synthetic Stucco
- Yes
Roofing
- Other
- Yes
- See Remarks
- Yes
Association & Fees
- HOA Y/N
- Y
- HOA Disclosure/Addendum Affirmation
- Yes
- HOA Transfer Fee
- 100
- HOA Fee
- 447.9
- HOA Paid Frequency
- Annually
- HOA Name
- Desert Ranch HOA
- HOA Telephone
- 847-438-5008
- HOA Management Company
- Self-managed
- Special Assessment HOA
- No
- HOA 2 Y/N
- N
- PAD Fee Y/N
- N
- Cap Improvement/Impact Fee
- 0
- Cap Improvement/Impact Fee $/%
- $
- Prepaid Association Fees HOA
- 447.9
- Disclosure Fees HOA
- 400
- Other Fees HOA
- 0
- Other Fees Description
- None Known
- Land Lease Fee Y/N
- N
- Rec Center Fee Y/N
- N
- Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv
- 37.32
Lockbox Type
- See Private Remarks
- Yes
- None
- Yes
Architecture
- Mid-Century Modern
- Yes
- Contemporary
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Master Bathroom
- Full Bth Master Bdrm
- Yes
- Separate Shwr & Tub
- Yes
- Double Vanity
- Yes
- Private Toilet Room
- Yes
- 2 Master Baths
- Yes
- Tub with Jets
- Yes
- Bidet
- Yes
Master Bedroom
- Split
- Yes
Additional Bedroom
- Other Bedroom Split
- Yes
- 2 Master Bedrooms
- Yes
- Other Bedroom Downstairs
- Yes
- Separate Bedroom Exit
- Yes
- Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet
- Yes
- Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet
- Yes
- Master Bedroom Sitting Room
- Yes
Add'l Property Use
- None
- Yes
Fireplace Features
- Wood Burning
- Yes
- Fireplace Living Rm
- Yes
Flooring
- Tile
- Yes
Window Features
- Mechanical Sun Shds
- Yes
Private Pool Features
- Outdoor
- Yes
- Fenced
- Yes
Dining Area
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Yes
- Breakfast Bar
- Yes
- Breakfast Nook
- Yes
- Dining in LR/GR
- Yes
- Other (See Remarks)
- Yes
Heating
- Electric
- Yes
View
- Desert
- Yes
- Mountain(s)
- Yes
Kitchen Features
- Dishwasher
- Yes
- Disposal
- Yes
- Electric Range
- Yes
- Kitchen Island
- Yes
- Built-in Microwave
- Yes
- Pantry
- Yes
- Refrigerator
- Yes
- Reverse Osmosis
- Yes
- Granite Counters
- Yes
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Yes
- Programmable Thmstat
- Yes
- Central Air
- Yes
Interior Features
- Skylight(s)
- Yes
- 9+ Flat Ceilings
- Yes
- Water Softener Owned
- Yes
- Water Purifier
- Yes
- See Remarks
- Yes
Laundry
- Washer Included
- Yes
- Dryer Included
- Yes
- Inside
- Yes
Other Rooms
- Separate Workshop
- Yes
Separate Den/Office
- Sep Den/Office Y/N
- N
Accessibility Feat.
- Bath Roll-In Shower
- Yes
Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Yes
- Road Maintenance Agreement
- Yes
Technology
- Pre-Wire Srnd Snd
- Yes
- Cable TV Avail
- Yes
- High Speed Internet
- Yes
Fencing
- Partial
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
- See Remarks
- Yes
Water Source
- City Water
- Yes
Exterior Features
- Covered Patio(s)
- Yes
- Patio
- Yes
- RV Hookup
- Yes
- Storage
- Yes
- Other
- Yes
Spa
- None
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
Parking Features
- Detached
- Yes
- Separate Strge Area
- Yes
- Circular Driveway
- Yes
- Extended Length Garage
- Yes
- Garage Door Opener
- Yes
New Financing
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
Plumbing
- Recirculation Pump
- Yes
- Electric Hot Wtr Htr
- Yes
Utilities
- APS
- Yes
Existing 1st Loan
- Treat as Free&Clear
- Yes
Property Description
- East/West Exposure
- Yes
- Adjacent to Wash
- Yes
- Borders Common Area
- Yes
Landscaping
- Desert Front
- Yes
- Desert Back
- Yes
- Natural Desert Front
- Yes
- Natural Desert Back
- Yes
- Yrd Wtring Sys Front
- Yes
- Yrd Wtring Sys Back
- Yes
- Auto Timer H2O Front
- Yes
- Auto Timer H2O Back
- Yes
Services
- City Services
- Yes
Disclosures
- Seller Discl Avail
- Yes
- Agency Discl Req
- Yes
Possession
- By Agreement
- Yes
Association Fee Incl
- Common Area Maint
- Yes
Assoc Rules/Info
- Self Managed
- Yes
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