4251 E Desert Forest Trail Cave Creek, AZ 85331
Desert View Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,803
Sq Ft
0.25
Acres
Highlights
- Private Pool
- Contemporary Architecture
- Covered patio or porch
- Lone Mountain Elementary School Rated A-
- Granite Countertops
- Eat-In Kitchen
About This Home
As of May 2025A truly beautiful home with a private setting in the gated Cave Creek community of EMERALD GREENS. This is a courtyard style entry home that opens to the family living & dining areas. The heart of the home, the kitchen, casual dinning and family room view and open to the pool, the covered patio areas and BBQ fire pit area which is perfect for entertaining... High end features include, Double Ovens, Granite Counters, Custom Ceramic Tile Flooring, Plantation Shutters & a beautiful Family Room Fireplace & Media/Art Niche Finished in Stone. The office/Den (the fourth bedroom with no closet currently)has been custom fitted with high end desk and shelving built-ins. This home backs to the desert wild area, providing privacy and a view of our beautiful Arizona sunsets... LIFE IS GOOD!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kent Morrison
Long Realty West Valley License #BR646379000 Listed on: 10/03/2013
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,717
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- 0.25 Acre Lot
- Private Streets
- Desert faces the front and back of the property
- Wrought Iron Fence
- Block Wall Fence
- Sprinklers on Timer
Parking
- 3 Car Garage
- Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,803 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Solar Screens
- Laundry in unit
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible Hallway
- No Interior Steps
- Stepless Entry
Pool
- Private Pool
- Spa
Outdoor Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Built-In Barbecue
- Playground
Schools
- Lone Mountain Elementary School
- Cactus Shadows High School
Utilities
- Refrigerated Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Dove Valley Ranch Ho Association, Phone Number (602) 557-0229
- Built by Woodside
- Dove Creek Ranch Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 62
- Assessor Parcel Number 211-60-479
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 3, 2013
Closed on
Oct 22, 2013
Sold by
Anderson Doug and Anderson Ami
Bought by
Mcdonald Ryan C and Mcdonald Ashley N
Seller's Agent
Kent Morrison
Long Realty West Valley
Buyer's Agent
Ryan McDonald
HomeSmart Realty
List Price
$419,950
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,050
1.2%
Total Days on Market
4
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.54%
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Outstanding Balance
$102,910
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$782,332
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 16, 2011
Sold by
Fossey Mark S and Fossey Stpehanie L
Bought by
Anderson Doug and Anderson Ami
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$298,400
Interest Rate
4.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 26, 2002
Sold by
Woodside Homes Sales Corp
Bought by
Fossey Mark S and Fossey Stephanie L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$286,500
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $425,000 | Chicago Title Agency Inc | |
| Warranty Deed | $373,000 | Old Republic Title Agency | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $363,133 | Security Title Agency | |
| Cash Sale Deed | $278,994 | Security Title Agency |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $340,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $294,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $298,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $297,300 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $308,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $286,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Sold | $875,000 | 0.0% | $312 / Sq Ft |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2025 04/26/25 | Price Changed | $875,000 | -2.2% | $312 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | Price Changed | $895,000 | -2.2% | $319 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2025 02/28/25 | For Sale | $915,000 | +115.3% | $326 / Sq Ft |
| 10/31/2013 10/31/13 | Sold | $425,000 | +1.2% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2013 10/07/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/03/2013 10/03/13 | For Sale | $419,950 | -- | $150 / Sq Ft |
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $2,781 | $48,257 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $2,665 | $45,959 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $2,665 | $61,020 | $12,200 | $48,820 |
| 2022 | $2,592 | $45,830 | $9,160 | $36,670 |
| 2021 | $2,762 | $43,470 | $8,690 | $34,780 |
| 2020 | $2,698 | $40,150 | $8,030 | $32,120 |
| 2019 | $2,602 | $38,980 | $7,790 | $31,190 |
| 2018 | $2,501 | $37,870 | $7,570 | $30,300 |
| 2017 | $2,409 | $36,770 | $7,350 | $29,420 |
| 2016 | $2,369 | $36,170 | $7,230 | $28,940 |
| 2015 | $2,142 | $34,310 | $6,860 | $27,450 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ryan McDonald
R
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ryan McDonald
HomeSmart Realty
(480) 213-7566
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
-
Kerri Schrand
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Kerri Schrand
Coldwell Banker Realty
(602) 390-4221
5 in this area
105 Total Sales
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2013
Kent Morrison
Long Realty West Valley
Map
Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
MLS Number: 5009040
APN: 211-60-479
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