$880,000
SOLD JUL 24, 2026

4031 E Desert Forest Trail Cave Creek, AZ 85331

Desert View Neighborhood
5 Beds
3 Baths
4,113 Sq Ft
8,750 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 24, 2026

$214 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

178 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Media Room
  • Play Pool
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Lone Mountain Elementary School Rated A-
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of July 2026

Experience elevated desert living in the prestigious gated enclave of Dove Valley Ranch. This spacious two-story residence offers 5 bedrooms, 3 baths and approximately 4,113 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed living space on an 8,750 sq. ft. premium lot backing to quiet natural open space, creating a sense of privacy rarely found in community settings. Open floor plan with spacious kitchen featuring brand new countertops. Step inside to an inviting floor plan with a versatile layout perfect for modern family life. A gracious downstairs guest suite with full bath welcomes extended family or out-of-town visitors. Entertain in style with a formal dining room, a spacious den/office with custom cabinetry, and an elegant theater room ideal for movie nights or game day gatherings. At the heart of the home, the upgraded kitchen features abundant cabinets and an elegant theater room ideal for movie nights or game day gatherings.
At the heart of the home, the upgraded kitchen features abundant cabinetry, expansive countertops, and a central island that flows seamlessly into a comfortable family room-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The abundant natural light and thoughtful design elevate each living area, while gorgeous courtyard spaces enhance indoor-outdoor living.
Upstairs, a generous primary suite and additional bedrooms offer restful retreats with plenty of space for family and guests. Outdoors, enjoy Sonoran Desert views, mature landscaping, and easy access to community sidewalks and paths.
Located in the heart of Cave Creek, this home combines secure gated community living with proximity to local dining, shopping, hiking trails, and easy access to Carefree Highway. Dove Valley Ranch amenities and community charm complete the lifestyle offering a perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and resort-like appeal.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brandon Edwards

West USA Realty License #SA659598000 Listed on: 01/03/2026

West USA Realty

Co-Listed By

Cerita Edwards

West USA Realty License #SA580789000

Last Buyer's Agent

Derrick Brissette

SERHANT. License #SA650011000

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,217

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 8,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Artificial Turf
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers

HOA Fees

  • $70 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Santa Barbara Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 4,113 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Wired For Sound
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Solar Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Media Room
  • Library
  • Loft
  • Washer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Kitchen Updated in 2021
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Double Vanity
  • Private Water Closet
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Pool

  • Pool Updated in 2022
  • Play Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Built-In Barbecue
  • Playground

Schools

  • Lone Mountain Elementary School
  • Sonoran Trails Middle School
  • Cactus Shadows High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Water Purifier
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 81
  • Assessor Parcel Number 211-60-498

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance, street maintenance
  • Hoamco Association, Phone Number (800) 447-3838
  • Built by RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES
  • Dove Valley Ranch Parcel F Subdivision, Apaloosa Floorplan
  • Near a Preserve or Public Land

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Bike Trail

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,217

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

8,750 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$70 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: N Cave Creek Rd & Carefree Highway
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • HOA #2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee 2: N
  • Recreation Center Fee: N
  • Total Monthly Fee Equivalent: 69.67
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Partial
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2020
  • Updated Floors: Partial
  • Items Updated Floor Yr Updated: 2020
  • Updated Heating or Cooling Units: Full
  • Items Updated Ht Cool Yr Updated: 2017
  • Updated Kitchen: Partial
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2021
  • Updated Pool: Partial
  • Items Updated Pool Yr Updated: 2022
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Master Model: Apaloosa
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Co List Office Mls Id: wusa90
  • Co List Office Phone: 602-942-4200
  • Subdivision Name: DOVE VALLEY RANCH PARCEL F
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Santa Barbara/Tuscan
  • Efficiency: Multi-Zones
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 213.96
  • Const - Finish:Const - Finish: Painted, Stucco
  • Cooling:Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Programmable Thmstat
  • EnergyGreen Feature:EnergyGreen Feature: Multi-Zones
  • Other Rooms:Other Rooms: Family Room, Library-Blt-in Bkcse, Loft, Media Room
  • Technology:Technology: Pre-Wire Srnd Snd, Cable TV Avail, High Speed Internet
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Tile, Wood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: None
  • Spa Features: None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Water Purifier
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Walk-in Pantry, Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, Upstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 9+ Flat Ceilings, Central Vacuum
  • Living Area: 4113.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Solar Screens, Dual Pane
  • Additional Bedroom:Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Downstairs, Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet, Master Bedroom Sitting Room
  • Dining Area:Dining Area: Formal, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar
  • Interior Features:Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 9+ Flat Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Water Purifier
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Pantry, Kitchen Island, Walk-in Pantry, Non-laminate Counter, Gas Oven, Gas Range
  • Laundry:Laundry: Washer Hookup
  • Master Bathroom:Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Double Vanity, Private Toilet Room
  • Master Bedroom:Master Bedroom: Upstairs
  • Window Features:Window Features: Solar Screens, Dual Pane

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Wrought Iron, Block
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Playground, Built-in Barbecue
  • Lot Features: Borders Preserve/Public Land, North/South Exposure, Desert Front, Desert Back, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Gravel/Stone Front, Synthetic Grass Back, Irrigation Front, Irrigation Back
  • Pool Features: Play Pool
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail, Agency Discl Req
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Painted, Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Tile
  • General Property Description:Community Pool YN2: No
  • General Property Description:Private Pool YN2: Yes
  • Private Pool Features:Private Pool Features: Play Pool

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Separate Strge Area, Direct Access
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Programmable Thmstat
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities:Utilities: APS, SW Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Playground, Biking/Walking Path
  • Association Fee: 209.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
  • Association Name: Dove Valley Ranch
  • Phone: 8004473838
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:HOA DisclosureAddendum Affirmation: Yes
  • Association Fees:HOA Transfer Fee2: 200.0
  • Association Fees:Special Assessment HOA: No
  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee: 209.0
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee _percent_: $
  • Association Fees:Prepaid Association Fees HOA: 209.0
  • Association Fees:Disclosure Fees HOA: 200.0
  • Association Fees:HOA Management Company: HOAMCO
  • Association Fees:HOA Management Phone: 8004473838
  • Association Fees:Cap ImprovementImpact Fee 2 _percent_: $

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lone Mountain Elementary School
  • High School: Cactus Shadows High School
  • Junior High Dist: Cave Creek Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sonoran Trails Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8750.0
  • Parcel #: 211-60-498

Building Info

  • Builder Name: RICHMOND AMERICAN HOMES

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3217.0
  • Tax Book Number: 211.0
  • Tax Lot: 81
  • Tax Map Number: 60.0

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Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 29, 2022
Closed on
Mar 2, 2023
Sold by
James S Buxton S and James Suzan S
Bought by
Seller's Agent
David Rucker
Elite Partners
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Edwards
West USA Realty
List Price
$899,900
Sold Price
$853,700
Premium/Discount to List
-$46,200
-5.13%
Views
112

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.49%
Original Mortgage
$725,600
Outstanding Balance
$694,529
Interest Rate
6.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$204,801

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2021
Sold by
Renee Kastelic Naomi and Renee Alan Kastelic
Bought by
Alan Kastelic Craig

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2021
Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Kastelic Craig Alan and Kastelic Naomi Renee
Bought by
Buxton James S and Buxton Suzan S
Seller's Agent
Angela Vasiloff
West USA Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Mack
HomeSmart
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$910,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
1.68%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2014
Sold by
Kastelic Craig Alan and Kastelic Naomi Renee
Bought by
Kastelic Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2009
Sold by
Pelosi Jerry J and Pelosi Carla
Bought by
Kastelic Craig A and Kastelic Naomi R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$26,000
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2003
Sold by
Pelosi Jerry J
Bought by
Pelosi Jerry J and Pelosi Carla

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$311,500
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2003
Sold by
Pelosi Carla
Bought by
Pelosi Jerry J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$311,500
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2003
Sold by
Richmond American Homes Of Arizona Inc
Bought by
Pelosi Jerry J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$311,500
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $853,700 First American Title Insurance
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Warranty Deed $910,000 Security Title Agency Inc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $520,000 Old Republic Title Agency
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Special Warranty Deed $363,739 Fidelity National Title
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $725,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $380,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $26,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $416,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $311,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $311,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/24/2026 07/24/26 Sold $880,000 -1.9% $214 / Sq Ft
06/20/2026 06/20/26 Price Changed $897,500 -0.3% $218 / Sq Ft
05/09/2026 05/09/26 Price Changed $899,999 -3.0% $219 / Sq Ft
05/05/2026 05/05/26 Price Changed $927,500 -0.3% $226 / Sq Ft
02/18/2026 02/18/26 Price Changed $930,000 -0.5% $226 / Sq Ft
01/03/2026 01/03/26 For Sale $935,000 +9.5% $227 / Sq Ft
03/02/2023 03/02/23 Sold $853,700 -5.1% $208 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/01/2023 02/01/23 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2022 11/16/22 For Sale $899,900 -1.1% $219 / Sq Ft
08/10/2021 08/10/21 Sold $910,000 +1.7% $221 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/30/2021 06/30/21 For Sale $895,000 -- $218 / Sq Ft
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

Tax History

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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 $3,217 $54,303
2024 $2,999 $51,717
2023 $2,999 $65,760 $13,150 $52,610
2022 $2,916 $50,130 $10,020 $40,110
2021 $3,108 $47,950 $9,590 $38,360
2020 $3,036 $44,600 $8,920 $35,680
2019 $2,928 $43,310 $8,660 $34,650
2018 $2,814 $42,510 $8,500 $34,010
2017 $2,710 $41,560 $8,310 $33,250
2016 $2,666 $40,820 $8,160 $32,660
2015 $2,410 $38,480 $7,690 $30,790
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6963548

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 211-60-498

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