Rio Verde Foothills Homes with Horseshoe Trails Elementary School

Welcome to Rio Verde Foothills, a serene and picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Maricopa County, Arizona. This stunning community offers a unique blend of natural beauty and modern living, making it an ideal choice for families, retirees, and anyone seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Rio Verde Foothills is renowned for its breathtaking desert landscapes, framed by the majestic McDowell Mountains. With sprawling lots and stunning views, residents enjoy ample space to breathe and thrive. The area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of recreational activities such as hiking, horseback riding, and biking along the scenic trails that wind through the foothills.

Families will appreciate the community's commitment to education, as Rio Verde Foothills is served by the highly regarded Horseshoe Trails Elementary School. This school is known for its dedicated staff, innovative programs, and a nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence and personal growth. With a focus on developing well-rounded students, Horseshoe Trails is a cornerstone of the community, ensuring that children receive a quality education close to home.

Whether you’re looking for a charming single-family home or a spacious estate with room to roam, Rio Verde Foothills has a diverse selection of properties to suit your needs. This subdivision not only offers a peaceful retreat but also a vibrant community spirit where neighbors become friends. Experience the magic of Rio Verde Foothills and discover why so many choose to call this enchanting area home.

Newest Rio Verde Foothills Homes with Horseshoe Trails Elementary School

$849,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7063172 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1.92 Acres ⋅ 85262 Zip Code ⋅ 3,528 SqFt.

Motivated sellers! Check out the breathtaking mountain views from this custom home positioned on an expansive lot of nearly 2 acres with ample property potential. This 4 bed + den /3.5 bath, home features a split floorplan, formal living/dining room, and a family room open to the kitchen. The spacious kitchen offers granite countertops, breakfast bar, island, SS appliances, custom cabinetry, and walk-in pantry. Slate flooring enhances the living areas with wood flooring in the bedrooms. The oversized primary suite includes double doors for backyard access, a walk-in shower, dual vanities, and a custom walk-in closet. Outside enjoy a large covered patio, paved entertainment area, rooftop observation deck, 3 car garage, paved circular driveway, and front courtyard, Epcor approved. Epcor approved with a 3K gallon water tank, providing peace of mind with a reliable water source for the long term. The property also has a rainwater collection system which provides an additional water source. There is also a private well on the property yet not set up to be a main water source. The property offers the perfect Arizona outdoor lifestyle providing access to nearby hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding trails. It is truly a serene escape from the busy city life.

29923 N 161st Way, Scottsdale

$949,999

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7053030 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1.02 Acres ⋅ 85262 Zip Code ⋅ 3,242 SqFt.

Luxury Desert Oasis, exceptional custom desert estate on 1 acre in the prestigious Rio Verde Foothills. This home offers panoramic mountain views, total privacy, and many amenities throughout the home. This beautiful property offers 6 bedrooms, a detached casita, open floor plan great kitchen and an abundance of light. The living and dining spaces perfectly flow, and steps away from a gorgeous covered patio. The detached casita has a bedroom, bathroom, huge walk in closet and living area as its own private apartment perfect for multi generational living or rental space. Plenty of parking for for RV's horse trailer or additional vehicles. This home has an RV gate and no HOA. Come see this home and make it yours.

14041 E Bajada Drive, Scottsdale

$1,150,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7042887 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 1.01 Acres ⋅ 85262 Zip Code ⋅ 4,417 SqFt.

Charming Adobe style basement home w/ 60x40 workshop on over an acre! A spacious living room w/stone tile & Vega beams welcomes you. Kitchen is a cook's dream featuring Granite countertops, tile backsplash, Hickory cabinets, gas stove, ss appliances & walk-in pantry. Upstairs leads to a Master retreat w/ sitting room & 360 mountain views from 2 roof decks. Master bath has double sinks, tiled shower & walk-in closet w/ custom shelving. 2 bedrooms & full bath on the main level. Downstairs offers a 2nd living space complete w/ game room, kitchenette, bedroom & full bath. Step outside to a covered paver patio, built-in BBQ & fire pit. Chicken coop & 4 stall goat barn. Plus a huge workshop/RV garage to store all your toys! Take in the spectacular mountain views, beautiful sunsets and enjoy the peace & quite this desert oasis has to offer. Next to Tonto National Forest w/OHV trails, hiking/biking/horse trails, kayaking/tubing in the Verde River & lots of wildlife.

34220 N 140th Way, Scottsdale

$2,449,800

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7031868 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 5 Acres ⋅ 85262 Zip Code ⋅ 3,002 SqFt.

Some properties hold you still the moment you arrive. This hilltop 5 acre horse ranch borders Tonto Nat'l Forest with Granite Mountain filling the horizon. The centerpiece is a custom 60x80 steel barn with six 20x20 covered stalls, a reclaimed wood tack room, 120x200 professional arena with announcer's booth, 60-foot round pen, and solar entry gates. A second engineered facility (comp. Nov. 2024) adds 10 covered pens, 39 configurable gates, tack and supplement rooms, and a private well. Suitable for cattle or horses. Inside, wagon wheel timber beams crown the great room, a chef's kitchen delivers 6-burner gas, double ovens, and chiseled granite, and the primary suite opens to mnt views and a fireplace over the jacuzzi tub. Properties built like this rarely come available! Arrange a virtual tour if you want to get a sneak peek.

32905 N 140th Street, Scottsdale

174XXX E Cavedale Drive Unit -, Rio Verde

$475,000

7003417 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 7.61 Acres ⋅ 85263 Zip Code

Rare 7.6-acre elevated homesite in Rio Verde Foothills offering sweeping mountain, desert, and endless vista views. With City/EPCOR water already on site to accommodate five potential lots, this is an exceptional opportunity to create a private hillside estate, develop a multi-parcel retreat for family or friends, or split and sell. Perched above the valley below, this stunning hillside parcel captures the kind of panoramic views that are hard to find and impossible to forget. A truly special piece of land with remarkable potential.

174XXX E Cavedale Drive Unit -, Rio Verde

139XX E Hawknest Road Unit -, Scottsdale

$349,000

6988113 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ 4.12 Acres ⋅ 85262 Zip Code

Picturesque 4.12 acre Rio Verde homesite with EPCOR water Standpipe access, assigned to the lot. Elevated atop a scenic ridge, the property offers sweeping views of Four Peaks, Granite Peak and McDowell Mountain. Three potential access points Leisure Lane (north), Hawknest Rd. (south) and 140th St. (east) will provide flexible site planning. Ideal for outdoor lovers, the location is minutes from hiking and biking trails, equestrian routes and the tranquil Verde River. Native desert vegetation and abundant wildlife create a private, natural setting. McDowell Mountain Preserve is located down the street at Hawknest Rd. and 136th St. If at any time the parcel is split, the approval for the standpipe and it's associated usage privileges will be revoked by EPCOR.

139XX E Hawknest Road Unit -, Scottsdale

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