$1,100,000
SOLD FEB 6, 2025

26715 N 168th St Rio Verde, AZ 85263

Rio Verde Neighborhood
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,594 Sq Ft
3.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$424 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • Mountain View
  • Sonoran Trails Middle School Rated A-
  • 3.5 Acre Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to Whispering Canyon - a breathtaking 3.5-acre desert retreat in Rio Verde Foothills! This luxurious 3-bedroom, 3-bath property, complete with a charming guest casita, is perfect for a family compound or serene getaway. The main home features an open layout w/ high ceilings, abundant natural light, and elegant finishes. The gourmet kitchen boasts premium appliances and a spacious island, ideal for entertaining. The master suite offers a spa-inspired bath, walk-in shower, and ample closet space. Outdoors, enjoy stunning views, a covered patio, & pristine desert landscaping. Whispering Canyon is equipped with a 5,050-gallon water tank by Dynamite Water & permanent water service approved by EPCOR, ensuring reliable access. Embrace the ultimate desert lifestyle in comfort & style.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dawn Rene Kyl

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty License #SA696801000

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawn Keeler

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty License #SA707862000

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,908

Year Built

  • Built in 2020

Lot Details

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,594 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Bidet

Schools

  • Desert Sun Academy Elementary School
  • Sonoran Trails Middle School
  • Cactus Shadows High School

Utilities

  • Refrigerated Cooling System
  • Heating Available
  • Propane
  • Water Filtration System
  • Hauled Water
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Guest House
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 219-38-960-A

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Built by Custom
  • Metes And Bounds Subdivision

Recreation

  • Horse Trails
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,908

Year Built

Built in 2020

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 168th St & Dynamite
  • Legal Info Range: 6E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Basement: N
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: N
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: South on 168th St to property at end near Preserve
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family - Detached
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.5
  • Subdivision Name: Metes and Bounds
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Tax Parcel Letter: A
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Utilities Butane Propane: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Drink Wtr Filter Sys, No Interior Steps, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Bidet, Double Vanity, Full Bth Master Bdrm
  • Living Area: 2594.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Kitchen Features:RangeOven Gas: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Community Features:BikingWalking Path: Yes
  • Kitchen Features Pantry: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Non-laminate Counter: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: None
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s)
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Frame - Wood
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Separate Guest House: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features:RV Parking: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Propane
  • Cooling: Refrigeration
  • Heating: Electric
  • Water Source: Hauled
  • Heating:Electric: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Biking/Walking Path
  • Amenities: None
  • 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: Desert Sun Academy
  • High School: Cactus Shadows High School
  • Junior High Dist: Cave Creek Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sonoran Trails Middle School

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: Bridle Path Access
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 152458.0
  • Parcel #: 219-38-960-A
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Tankless Ht Wtr Heat

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Custom

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1908.0
  • Tax Book Number: 219.00
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Map Number: 38.00

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/06/2025 02/06/25 Sold $1,100,000 -12.0% $424 / Sq Ft
01/11/2025 01/11/25 Pending -- -- --
01/01/2025 01/01/25 For Sale $1,250,000 +13.6% $482 / Sq Ft
01/01/2025 01/01/25 Off Market $1,100,000 -- --
10/27/2024 10/27/24 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $482 / 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 $1,908 $41,300 -- --
2024 $1,808 $39,333 -- --
2023 $1,808 $65,720 $13,140 $52,580
2022 $1,642 $51,660 $15,570 $36,090
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Closed $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $425,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $325,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,100,000 Arizona Premier Title
Warranty Deed -- New Title Company Name
Source: Public Records

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Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6774784

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 219-38-960A

Arizona Maricopa County Rio Verde 85263 Rio Verde

26715 N 168th St, Rio Verde, AZ

Homes for Sale in Rio Verde, AZ

This home is located at 26715 N 168th St, Rio Verde, AZ 85263 and is currently priced at $1,100,000, approximately $424 per square foot. This property was built in 2020. 26715 N 168th St is a home located in Maricopa County with nearby schools including Desert Sun Academy, Sonoran Trails Middle School, and Cactus Shadows High School.

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