$1,100,000
SOLD FEB 6, 2025

26715 N 168th St Rio Verde, AZ 85263

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
  • 3.5 Acre Lot
  • Sonoran Trails Middle School Rated A-
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Mountain View

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 Listed on: 10/26/2024

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
  • RV Access or Parking

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

  • Central Air
  • Heating Available
  • Propane
  • Hauled Water
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • 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 Residence
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.5
  • Subdivision Name: Metes and Bounds
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Tax Parcel Letter: A
  • Dining Area:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Utilities Butane Propane: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Features:Water Purifier: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Basement YN: No
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Water Purifier
  • Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Wet Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Bidet, 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
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: 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
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Separate Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s)
  • 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 AccessParking: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Propane
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Hauled
  • Heating:Electric: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Biking/Walking Path
  • 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

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 26, 2024
Closed on
Feb 6, 2025
Sold by
Hall Stryder and Hall Susan
Bought by
Kobar Brian Christopher and Frost Tiffany Marie
Seller's Agent
Dawn Rene Kyl
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Shawn Keeler
Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-12%
Views
56
Current Estimated Value
$1,112,773

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,773
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.58%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$299,236
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$808,875

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2023
Sold by
Hall Stryder and Hall Susan
Bought by
Hall Stryder and Hall Susan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 22, 2021
Sold by
Simms Susan and Hall Stryder
Bought by
Hall Stryder and Hall Susan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,100,000 Arizona Premier Title
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- New Title Company Name
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

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 Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6774784

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 219-38-960A