$990,000
SOLD MAR 24, 2025

16548 E Emerald Dr Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,537 Sq Ft
1.55 Acres

Recently Sold

$390 Per Sq Ft

1% Below List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Spa
  • City Lights View
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Fountain Hills Middle School Rated A-
  • 1.55 Acre Lot
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2025

Accepting back-up Offers! Views Views Views! This stunning Fountain Hills retreat offers unparalleled panoramic views of Arizona's most iconic landscapes. Meticulous owners bought and designed this as their forever home. They maximized views by building patios and designing spaces to strategically capitalize on this home's one-of-a-kind location with views from nearly every angle. Welcome to 16548 E Emerald Dr., a beautifully designed home nestled in the scenic landscapes of Fountain Hills. This stunning residence offers a perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and Arizona's natural beauty with panoramic mountain views and a peaceful desert setting. Once inside you will find an open floor plan with gourmet kitchen featuring SS appliances, new cabinets, & granite countertops. A large opening between the kitchen & dining area was added for view and connection providing ample dining spaces, perfect for everything from casual morning coffee to evening dinner parties with friends and family. The primary suite is a tranquil retreat with ensuite bath, walk in closet, and outdoor access to private patio. This home features a desirable split bedroom floor plan offering privacy and comfort with a guest bedroom and ensuite bath. Across the hall are 2 additional secondary bedrooms both with stunning backyard views, private exits, and an upgraded hall bath with dual sinks. Beautiful 24 inch tile flooring throughout, 2-way fireplace, and all of this on an impressive 1.5-acre lot. New roof with new roof tiles 2022, 2nd A/C added 2022, front patio and brick work added 2020, new water heater 2023. Hot tub was installed in 2017 on the lower back patio. New tile on 2 outside patios on main level and new pavers and firepit added to the expansive outside lower patio. 3rd car garage was converted into an air-conditioned bonus/exercise room that can easily be converted back to a 3rd car garage if preferred. Did I mention the views? From the front patio take in Red Mountain and the majestic Superstition Mountain views while in the backyard enjoy the perfect vantage point for Four Peaks' stunning sunrises and the vibrant McDowell Mountain sunsets. On crisp winter days you can even see snowcapped mountains at Four Peaks. From the glowing pink mountains to the clear views of the world-famous Fountain Hills Fountain, there is always something beautiful to see right from your backyard. You will love this home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Patterson

West USA Realty License #SA565353000

West USA Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Tina Myers

Century 21-Towne & Country License #SA549038000

Century 21-Towne & Country

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,508

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 1.55 Acre Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 3 Car Garage

Property Views

  • City Lights
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Roof Updated in 2022
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,537 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Two Way Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Tile Flooring
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Pool

  • Heated Spa
  • Above Ground Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Schools

  • Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
  • Fountain Hills Middle School
  • Fountain Hills High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Updated in 2022
  • Cooling Available
  • Heating Available
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Fountain Hills Arizona Final Plat No 203 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 31
  • Assessor Parcel Number 176-07-227

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,508

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Shea & Fountain Hills
  • Legal Info Range: 6E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Basement: N
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Full
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2016
  • Updated Heating or Cooling Units: Partial
  • Items Updated Ht Cool Yr Updated: 2022
  • Updated Kitchen: Full
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2016
  • Updated Roof: Full
  • Items Updated Roof Yr Updated: 2022
  • Parking Spaces Slab Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Spa Private: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: N on Fountain Hills; E on Emerald to Home on Lt.
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.55
  • Co List Office Mls Id: wusa92
  • Co List Office Phone: 602-942-4200
  • Subdivision Name: FOUNTAIN HILLS ARIZONA FINAL PLAT NO 203
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: Above Ground, Heated, Private
  • Appliances: Water Purifier
  • Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace, Two Way Fireplace, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Soft Water Loop, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, High Speed Internet, Granite Counters
  • Living Area: 2537.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Solar Screens, Dual Pane
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Owner
  • Kitchen Features:RangeOven Elec: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Countertops: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Reverse Osmosis: Yes
  • Other Rooms:BonusGame Room: Yes
  • Other Rooms:ExerciseSauna Room: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: None
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: City Lights, Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Synthetic Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s), Patio
  • Roof: Tile
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Balcony: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage, Direct Access, Circular Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Direct Access: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Wshr/Dry HookUp Only
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Pvt Water Company
  • Heating:Electric: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA YN2: N
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fee Incl:No Fees: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: No Fees

Schools

  • Elementary School: McDowell Mountain Elementary School
  • High School: Fountain Hills High School
  • Junior High Dist: Fountain Hills Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Fountain Hills Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 67370.0
  • Parcel #: 176-07-227
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Unknown

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2508.0
  • Tax Book Number: 176.00
  • Tax Lot: 31
  • Tax Map Number: 7.00

Map

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/24/2025 03/24/25 Sold $990,000 -1.0% $390 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2025 02/02/25 For Sale $999,900 0.0% $394 / Sq Ft
02/01/2025 02/01/25 Pending -- -- --
01/30/2025 01/30/25 For Sale $999,900 +135.3% $394 / Sq Ft
05/16/2016 05/16/16 Sold $425,000 -5.6% $181 / Sq Ft
04/14/2016 04/14/16 Pending -- -- --
04/05/2016 04/05/16 Price Changed $450,000 -5.3% $191 / Sq Ft
02/10/2016 02/10/16 Price Changed $475,000 -4.8% $202 / Sq Ft
01/09/2016 01/09/16 Price Changed $499,000 -5.0% $212 / Sq Ft
10/21/2015 10/21/15 For Sale $525,000 -- $223 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,508 $50,113 -- --
2024 $2,387 $47,727 -- --
2023 $2,387 $63,000 $12,600 $50,400
2022 $2,326 $50,670 $10,130 $40,540
2021 $2,583 $47,330 $9,460 $37,870
2020 $2,536 $44,060 $8,810 $35,250
2019 $2,599 $42,130 $8,420 $33,710
2018 $2,586 $40,060 $8,010 $32,050
2017 $2,482 $39,280 $7,850 $31,430
2016 $2,122 $38,750 $7,750 $31,000
2015 $2,295 $35,650 $7,130 $28,520
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $340,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $80,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $990,000 Empire Title Agency
Warranty Deed $425,000 First American Title Ins Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6812938

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 176-07-227