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A golf community with mountain views in North Scottsdale
While Legend Trail is best known for its public golf course, residents are drawn to this North Scottsdale community for its strong social scene and natural beauty. “North Scottsdale is the jewel of Scottsdale,” says Laura Pentecost, broker and team lead at 5 Star Property Brokers at Homesmart who’s sold homes here for 27 years. “North Scottsdale is higher in elevation, so you get the mountain views during the day and at sunset, then when nightfall hits, the entire horizon sparkles with city lights. Then there’s the difference in temperature. It’s five degrees cooler on average in this part of Scottsdale.”
Many homes here back up to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, a popular hiking area with views of the surrounding desert and McDowell Mountains, and the Legend Trail Golf Club, a public course designed by Rees Jones, is spread throughout the community. “Legend Trail is unique in that you don’t have to pay $200,000 for a golf membership to live here, but you have the same community atmosphere,” says Connie Edelman, who lives here and is an associate broker with Compass.
Cave Creek and Carefree are within 6 miles and have a variety of shopping and dining options, and nearby houses of worship include Our Lady of Joy Catholic Church and Christ the Lord Lutheran Church. The neighborhood’s east side has a gated entry, which contributes to the overall CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. Although Loop 101, the nearest freeway, is 13 miles south, Edelman says, “Everybody thinks it’s far out, but when people come here and visit, they want to be up here because you don’t ever have to leave.”
Find your own private oasis in Legend Trail.
Golfers enjoy a round of golf at Legend Trail Golf Club.
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Homes backing up to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
The neighborhood’s Pueblo Revival-style and Mediterranean-style homes sit along the golf course’s green fairways and have views of the surrounding mountains. While many homes back up to the course and have backyard pools to cool off from the heat, front yards here embrace the Sonoran Desert landscape, with low-water plants like saguaros, chollas and palo verde trees. “One of the special things about Legend Trail is there are homes that back to the preserve. The open preserve can never be built on,” Pentecost says. The preserve is east and south of the neighborhood, and while homes to the west and north currently have desert views, the land was recently sold to the city with plans to build new single-family houses.
Pueblo Revival-style homes here can have layouts between 1,600 to 1,900 square feet and range in price from $600,000 to $750,000, depending on renovations. Mediterranean-style homes are the neighborhood’s most common; layouts between 2,100 and 3,000 square feet can cost between $750,000 and $1.2 million, while those between 3,000 and 3,700 cost between $1.2 million and $1.7 million. Homes in the gated section of the neighborhood along the eastern edge are also Mediterranean style, and these can cost between $1.1 million and $2.1 million; prices vary by size, which can range from 2,800 to 4,500 square feet. All homeowners also have to pay monthly homeowners association fees that range from $90 to $160 and cover ground maintenance and access to the fitness center.
Low-rise condos are also available. These rarely come on the market, and the most recent sales ranged from $490,000 to $510,000, depending on renovations, plus monthly HOA fees of around $400 that cover ground maintenance.
Pueblo style homes, small and large, can be found throughout the Legend Trail community.
Southwestern style homes in Legend Trail are well maintained, giving the neighborhood a great curb appeal.
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The public Legend Trail Golf Club
Locals here have full access to the Legend Trail Community Center, where they can work up a sweat in the gym. The center also has yoga classes, tennis and pickleball. “Pickleball’s huge here,” Edelman says. “All day long, you can hear pop, pop, pop.” The public Legend Trail Golf Club’s 18 holes wind throughout the neighborhood, and while residents have to pay to play, they can sign up for an annual pass or a loyalty card to receive discounts on tee times. The over 30,000-acre McDowell Sonoran Preserve borders the neighborhood’s east and south, with has over 225 miles of trails. “Everybody’s a hiker around here,” Edelman says. “Black Mountain and Pinnacle Peak are really popular, but they're not easy to hike.” Bartlett Lake, about 20 miles east, is a favorite getaway for fishing and boating.
The Community Center at Legend Trail offers residents a range of activities and events throughout the year.
Legend Trail residents can get in some practice swings at the Legend Trail Golf Club Driving Range.
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Casino nights and wine club at Legend Trail Community Center
The Legend Trail Community Center is the neighborhood’s social hub. There are casino nights and wine club meetings at the community center, and speakers regularly come to present on various topics, like local birds of prey and estate planning. Locals can also head to Carefree for the annual Winter Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival, a three-day juried art fair.
The Winter Carefree Fine Art & Wine Festival charges a five dollar admission fee for the event.
Legend Trail residents have access to many other recreational opportunities other than golf, including tennis and pickleball.
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Upscale dining at Mastro’s Steakhouse
The Cantina at Legend Trail is the neighborhood’s closest restaurant serving breakfast and lunch. For other restaurant options, residents will have to drive, but Edelman says, “Some of the best restaurants in the city are within five or 10 minutes of us.” She recommends Mastro’s Steakhouse, an upscale restaurant with a strict dress code. The Tonto Bar & Grill at Rancho Mañana is a more casual spot, serving Southwestern cuisine on a former dude ranch. The towns of Carefree and Cave Creek are within 6 miles and have more restaurants, plus local boutiques and shops, like Cave Creek Olive Oil Company and Watson’s Hat Shop. Big box retailers like Target and PetSmart can be found along Scottsdale Road, which also has grocery stores, including AJ’s Fine Foods and Safeway.
Enjoy the desert sun while having lunch with friends at Venues Cafe in Carefree, near the Legend Trail neighborhood.
One of a kind artwork from Wild Holly Gallery will look great on your wall of your new home in Legend Trail.
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Cheer team at Cactus Shadows High
Local kids can start school at Desert Sun Academy and then attend Sonoran Trails Middle; both earn an A-minus from Niche. At the B-rated Cactus Shadows High, students can enroll in International Baccalaureate courses for college preparation or take Career and Technical Education courses in video production, culinary arts and more. There are 20 sports teams here, including cheer, which regularly competes on the national level. Kids can also join 30 clubs, like the Chess Club and Environmental Science Club.
Scottsdale's Desert Sun Academy gets a B+ rating from Niche.com.
Cactus Shadows High School is a vibrant center of education.
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Along Legend Trail Parkway
Loop 101 is about 13 miles south of the neighborhood, leading 25 miles to Scottsdale; residents can take Loop 101 to state Route 51 to get to downtown Phoenix, roughly 37 miles away. Legend Trail Parkway is the main road through the neighborhood, leading to Stagecoach Pass Road and Pima Road. There’s no public transportation, and while there are bike lanes and sidewalks within the neighborhood, locals rely on their cars to get around. HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center is roughly 12 miles south, and Mayo Clinic Hospital is about 15 miles southwest. Sky Ranch at Carefree, a private general aviation airport, is 3 miles northwest, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a roughly 32-mile trip.
Bike lanes on Legend Trail Parkway offer a safe buffer for cyclists riding through the neighborhood.
Sidewalks span the entirety of the Legend Trail community, giving residents a safe place to take a walk.
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Wildfire risk in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve
With the McDowell Sonoran Preserve so close, Legend Trail has a moderate risk of wildfire. Small fires in the preserve are common and usually quickly contained by the Scottsdale Fire Department. “Yes, there are wildfires, but they're not in our neighborhood. I’ve never had one in my backyard or been evacuated,” Edelman says. “We’ve got fire stations all around us — probably four or five stations within 15 minutes of my house.”
Animals and insects can also be a problem here. “If you back up to a desert preserve, you will see nature,” Pentecost says. “One of the most important things I advise all new homeowners is they need pest control for scorpions and snakes.” Pentecost recommends having pest control treat homes here every 30 to 60 days.
Because of the arid climate, wildfires are somewhat common in the Legend Trail area.
A bird stands atop a cholla cactus in the Sonoran Desert in Legend Trail.
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Transit
Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International
51 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Legend Trail
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Legend Trail, Scottsdale sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Legend Trail, Scottsdale over the last 12 months is $1,055,719, down 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled on a peaceful cul-de-sac in the stunning Legend Trail Golf community, this Presley Home features an open floor plan and a private backyard with numerous upgrades. Notable improvements include a new A/C unit (2018), new windows with updated shades and blinds (2020), a new hot water heater and water softener (2020), and a beautifully remodeled kitchen (2022), among many others.Experience
Luxury Golf Course Retreat in the gated community of The Preserve Summit at Legend Trail. Nestled in the heart of North Scottsdale this exquisite home offers privacy, breathtaking views, and resort-style amenities, making it the perfect desert retreat.This home offers unparalleled privacy & resort-style living at its finest. Designed for ultimate comfort, every bedroom features an ensuite
Remodeled and STUNNING located in the gated section of the golf course community of Legend Trail, set on a remarkable lot that backs the PRESERVE, ensuring you these views forever! Featuring 2 bedrooms plus a den/office and 2.5 baths in the main home, plus an additional bedroom and bath in the courtyard casita, this property offers ample space for family and guests. The primary bedroom boasts a
Stephanie AndersonRuss Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Recently remodeled, split 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom golf villa with a 1-car detached garage and golf course views from the 17th fairway of the Legend Trail Golf Course. The interior has been upgraded with luxury vinyl plank flooring in the bedrooms, new interior paint, and updated kitchen cabinetry. Travertine flooring is featured throughout the rest of the home, along with a gas fireplace, breakfast
One of the original model homes in The Traditions this home sits on one of the highest and best lots in all of Legend Trail, high above the 17th fairway with amazing city light views, sunsets, mountains and miles and miles of breathtaking vistas. The home includes 4 bedrooms plus an office and 3 full bathrooms. Everything about the home is top of the line. It's still a ''model'' home with
Jeff ZiekyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Fabulous Avron former model home located on the Legend Trail golf course with gorgeous fairway and mountain views. The 2 bedroom 2 bath home boasts an open great room floorplan with elegantly remodeled kitchen and master bath. The resort style backyard features covered patio, pebble tec pool, spa, and firepit. Low HOA fees include all the Legend Trail community center amenities with two
Fully furnished condo, no steps with beautiful views of the golf course! This home has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, great room with fireplace. The large patio comes complete with furniture to enjoy the outdoors. Tenants will have access to the community amenities which include 2 pools, 1 heated, heated hot tub, fitness center and public golf course. Rates will vary by season, 3 month min. Summer
While situated on the 9th hole of the Legend Trail Golf Course, this home is extremely quiet and private due to the large desert buffer. The great room floor plan has two bedrooms plus a den/office and a kitchen to delight the chef with its stainless appliances, upgraded gas range, granite counters and large pantry and breakfast bar. Legend Trail has wonderful amenities to enjoy from the public
Not Available 12/15/25-3/31/26. Beautiful 3 Bedroom Fully Furnished Vacation Rental on the Legend Trail golf course. The home is fully remodeled inside and outside with gorgeous high-end finishes & furnishings. Large Master Bedroom w/ King Bed, sitting area and barn door leading to 2 walk-in closets and master bathroom w/ tub, separate shower, dual sinks and cosmetic sitting area. Both guest
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,578
Median Age
70
Population under 18
4.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
63.6%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$162,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$184,093
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
56.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.2%
% Population in Labor Force
46.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
43°F
Average Summer High Temperature
104°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
14/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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