Pinnacle Peak
Suburban Neighborhood in Scottsdale, Arizona
Maricopa County 85255
Million-dollar homes in Maricopa County
Set between private golf courses and a rugged desert environment, Pinnacle Peak is made up of several gated communities. Ranging from Santa Fe and Spanish Revival designs to strikingly modern styles, every home in the neighborhood is unique and custom-built. "Most of the homes were constructed in the 1970s and 80s, and all of them are single-level custom builds. The homes having so much character and all the lush vegetation here has made the neighborhood very charming," says Julie Pelle, who is a Realtor and area specialist for Compass, as well as a resident of the neighborhood for over 10 years. The neighborhood's picturesque architecture includes classic Arizona details like earth tones, dramatic angles and stucco exteriors. Many properties also come on generous parcels of land, with between 2,800 and 5,000 square feet of space inside. Prices start around $1.25 million and run up to $5 million. Pinnacle Peak has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.Heading outdoors in Pinnacle Peak
Just north of the neighborhood, Pinnacle Peak Park is one the most popular destinations in the area, boasting over 150 acres of expansive desert landscape. The Pinnacle Peak Trail stretches nearly 2 miles, taking hikers through the park's rugged environment and leading to sections designated for rock climbing. Park-goers can expect to see a fair amount of wildlife while traversing the trail, as the park is home to bobcats, Gila monsters, desert tortoises and rattlesnakes. A selection of private and public golf courses are also situated in and around Pinnacle Peak, so residents are never far from a rolling fairway. Notable private courses like the Scottsdale National Golf Club and the Desert Mountain Golf Club, which includes the Chiricahua, Cochise and Geronimo courses, require invitation-only memberships, but public courses like the Troon North Golf Club are also available.Top marks for Paradise Valley Unified School District
Students in Pinnacle Peak may attend schools in Paradise Valley Unified School District, which receives an A rating from Niche and is rated as the sixth-best school district in Arizona. Pinnacle Peak Preparatory, which teaches pre-K through eighth grades, is just 2 miles from the middle of Pinnacle Peak and receives an A rating from Niche. Horizon High School receives an A-minus and is known for offering student activities ranging from theater and marching band to football and soccer. Those looking for a Catholic high school can also send their kids to Notre Dame Catholic College Preparatory High School. Located in the neighborhood, the school receives an A from Niche and is rated as the third-best Catholic high school in the state.Community events in Pinnacle Peaks
While Pinnacle Peak residents have plenty of options for entertainment in surrounding areas, they also enjoy having plenty to do in the neighborhood. "It's nice for residents to have amenities like tennis courts, pools and golf courses, but community clubhouses also have spa experiences and events like wine-tasting and cooking classes," says Abraham.Getting around the greater Phoenix area
About 20 miles north of Downtown Scottsdale, residents of Pinnacle Peak can get to the city by driving about 30 minutes south along Arizona State Route 101. To get to Phoenix, residents can take a 30-mile, or about 45-minute, drive along the Piestewa Freeway to get into the heart of the city. For those who own or would like to charter private planes, Scottsdale Airport is just ten miles south of the neighborhood, while, for public flights, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 30 miles down the road. The closest hospital, Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center, is also just south of the neighborhood, located right on Scottsdale Road.Scottsdale-local options for shopping and dining
Shopping and dining are also nearby, with several shopping centers located along Pinnacle Peak Road at the intersections of Pima and Scottsdale Roads. For a gourmet grocery shopping experience, residents prefer shopping at AJ’s Fine Foods. With a wide selection of chef-prepared meals, a butcher’s corner and more, AJ's is a one-stop shop, but nearby options like Target are also available for everyday essentials. From fall through early spring, residents can explore all the fresh produce, local clothing, and handcrafted items they want at Farmers Market North Scottsdale. Throughout the year, residents head to spots like First Watch for tasty breakfast and lunch dishes or the nearby Spotted Donkey Cantina for Mexican fare. In addition to private, award-winning dining opportunities within certain communities of Pinnacle Peak, residents can also find high-end dining options at restaurants like Talavera, which is located within the famed Four Seasons luxury resort. With lavish desert views, the Four Seasons' Talavera restaurant is a contemporary Spanish steakhouse with an array of Latin-inspired menu items.Know before you go
While Pinnacle Peak is in Arizona and residents can expect sun all year, temperatures are also cooler than other areas lower in the valley due to the neighborhood's elevation. Because of this, residents can stay cool year-round, but should also expect dustings of snow in the winter.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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William Lewis
William Lewis
Responds QuicklyWilliams Luxury Homes
(623) 526-0589
107 Total Sales
2 in Pinnacle Peak
$2.7M - $4.9M Price Range
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Karen Pokorney
Karen Pokorney
Realty Executives
(888) 828-5237
118 Total Sales
1 in Pinnacle Peak
$1,199,000 Price
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DJ June
DJ June
Responds QuicklyReal Broker
(602) 878-7375
33 Total Sales
1 in Pinnacle Peak
$1,299,900 Price
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Angela Barney
Angela Barney
West USA Realty
(623) 666-5616
92 Total Sales
2 in Pinnacle Peak
$1.4M - $1.6M Price Range
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Darren Tackett
Darren Tackett
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty
(623) 349-4978
284 Total Sales
6 in Pinnacle Peak
$600K - $5.9M Price Range
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Laura Lucky
Laura Lucky
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
(480) 372-8547
321 Total Sales
23 in Pinnacle Peak
$550K - $6M Price Range
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 8th to 12th
- Public
- K to 12th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
George "Doc" Cavalliere Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Desert Willow Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Volleyball
Dynamite Park
- Basketball
- Lake
- Tennis
Pinnacle Peak Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Visitor Center
Florence Ely Nelson Desert Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Waterpark
Gateway Trailhead - McDowell Sonoran Preserve
- Trails
- Parking Lot
- Hiking
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Pinnacle Peak | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Pinnacle Peak Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pinnacle Peak, Scottsdale sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Pinnacle Peak, Scottsdale over the last 12 months is $1,700,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,000,000
Median Sale Price
$1,700,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,900,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,375,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$497,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
219
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$569
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,466
Number of Homes for Sale
86
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
4.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,678
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,240
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
31,363
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 3pm
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Thursday, Jun 195:30 - 7:30pm
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Sunday, Jun 152:30 - 4:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,650 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,280 Sq Ft
- 8880 E Paraiso Dr
- Unit TBD
- Scottsdale, AZ
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,278
Median Age
55
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$151,452
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$183,428
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
College Graduates
65.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.6%
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®
22
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Desert Highlands
Gated Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course community near Pinnacle Peak
Grayhawk
Sought after golf course community in northern Scottsdale
Troon North
Gated communities around the Troon North Golf Club, 23 miles north of Scottsdale
Troon Village
Gated community around Troon Mountain near golf courses in North Scottsdale
DC Ranch
Master-planned privacy in northern Scottsdale
Desert Foothills
Homes on large lots near north Scottsdale’s parks and golf courses
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