NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $2,689,000 - $2,738,739

4 Beds
6 Baths
4,346 Sq Ft
$625/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 19, 2025

Last sale price $2,650,000 $610 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,150 / mo

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated Spa
  • Two Primary Bedrooms
  • Reverse Osmosis System
  • Sequoya Elementary School Rated A
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • 0.96 Acre Lot

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to 5402 E Cortez, offering elegance, charm, and warmth. This neighborhood nestled in the heart of Scottsdale, just on the PV boarder is close to many shopping and dining options. This home offers so much with its real stone accents, custom iron doors and current updates. When you enter you will be greeted by a bright open living space with expansive views of the nearly 1-acre backyard. The home offers 4-bedroom suites, a gourmet kitchen, custom cabinets, coffee bar, quartz counters and backsplash with large waterfall island. Remodeled in 2023-2025. 18 ft vaulted ceilings in the main living space with imported real solid wood beams & 2 fireplaces. The bedrooms offer private & fully remodeled bathrooms, floating vanities, using real stone tile and high-end finishes. Pool equipment has been updated to Pentair IntelliCenter. Nice additional custom storage shed. Access to property is great both from side and front of home with large RV gate and double garage doors. This is a fantastic home if you have cars or toys you would like to store. Detached 5 car garage with gated long driveway for privacy and security. This truly feels like a tranquil estate. Location is fantastic, close to great schools, shopping, adjacent to Paradise Valley with views of Camelback Mountain.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dean Saethre

AZCO Properties, LLC License #SA566599000 Listed on: 06/04/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathy Loeffler

Fathom Realty Elite License #SA629878000

Fathom Realty Elite

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,641

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 41,660 Sq Ft Lot
  • Desert faces the back of the property
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Artificial Turf
  • Corner Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard
  • Grass Covered Lot

Parking

  • 5 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 10 Open Parking Spaces
  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
  • Tandem Parking
  • Golf Cart Garage

Home Design

  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Foam Roof
  • Block Exterior
  • Stone Exterior Construction
  • Stucco
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 4,346 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Kitchen Updated in 2022
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal
  • Reverse Osmosis System

Flooring

  • Floors Updated in 2022
  • Carpet
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Double Master Bedroom
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom Updated in 2022
  • Two Primary Bathrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Double Vanity
  • Bidet
  • Private Water Closet
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Pool Updated in 2022
  • Heated Spa
  • Heated Pool
  • Pool Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Cherokee Elementary School
  • Cocopah Middle School
  • Chaparral High School

Utilities

  • Cooling System Updated in 2025
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Plumbing System Updated in 2022
  • Wiring Updated in 2022
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • High Speed Internet
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • No Interior Steps
  • Separate Entry Quarters

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Vista Hermosa Unit 1 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 1
  • Assessor Parcel Number 167-55-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,641

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0.96 Acres

Parking

5

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: 56st & Shea
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Full
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2022
  • Updated Floors: Full
  • Items Updated Floor Yr Updated: 2022
  • Updated Heating or Cooling Units: Full
  • Items Updated Ht Cool Yr Updated: 2025
  • Updated Kitchen: Full
  • Items Updated Kitchen Yr Updated: 2022
  • Updated Plumbing: Partial
  • Items Updated Plmbg Yr Updated: 2022
  • Updated Pool: Full
  • Items Updated Pool Yr Updated: 2022
  • Updated Wiring: Partial
  • Items Updated Wiring Yr Updated: 2022
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.96
  • Subdivision Name: VISTA HERMOSA UNIT 1
  • Architectural Style: See Remarks
  • Efficiency: Multi-Zones
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • General Property Description:PriceSqFt: 609.76
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete
  • Basement YN: No
  • Possible Use: See Remarks
  • Spa Features: Private, Heated
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Microwave, Reverse Osmosis, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Water Purifier
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Double Vanity, 2 Master Baths, Bidet, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, High Speed Internet, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps
  • Living Area: 4346.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Dual Pane, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Wrought Iron, Block
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Private Yard
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Desert Back, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Grass Front, Grass Back, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
  • Pool Features: Heated, Variable Speed Pump
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail, Agency Discl Req
  • Common Walls: All on One Level
  • Construction Type: Block, Wood Frame, Stucco, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Covered Patio(s)
  • Roof: Tile, Foam

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 5.0
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, RV Gated, Golf Cart Garage, Tandem, Detached, Rear Vehicle Entry, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Gated, Direct Access
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 5.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 10.0

Utilities

  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Utilities: Propane
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Electric
  • Laundry Features: Other
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • Association Fees:PAD Fee YN2: N

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: No Fees

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • High School: Chaparral High School
  • Junior High Dist: Scottsdale Unified District
  • Middle Or Junior School: Cocopah Middle School

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 41660.0
  • Parcel #: 167-55-002

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Recirculation Pump, Tankless Ht Wtr Heat

Building Info

  • Builder Name: UKN

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8641.0
  • Tax Book Number: 167.0
  • Tax Lot: 1
  • Tax Map Number: 55.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2025
Closed on
Jul 11, 2025
Sold by
Saethre Catherine Ann and Saethre Dean
Bought by
Baker Craig and Baker Lauren
Seller's Agent
Dean Saethre
AZCO Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Loeffler
Fathom Realty Elite
List Price
$2,725,000
Sold Price
$2,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-2.75%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$2,714,935

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$64,935
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.68%
Original Mortgage
$2,500,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,495,658
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$219,277

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 23, 2021
Closed on
Jun 8, 2021
Sold by
Unger Maurice Lee and Unger Renate
Bought by
Saethre Catherine Ann and Saethre Dean
Seller's Agent
Jane Grimm
Embarc Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dean Saethre
AZCO Properties, LLC
List Price
$2,200,000
Sold Price
$2,180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-0.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.78%
Original Mortgage
$1,962,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2004
Sold by
Halden Thomas Blake
Bought by
Unger Maurice Lee and Unger Renate

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 1998
Sold by
Hardon Cornelis J and Hardon Shelley Beth
Bought by
Halden Thomas Blake

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 1998
Sold by
First Alliance Mtg Company
Bought by
Hardon Cornelis and Hardon Shelly Beth

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1998
Sold by
Stroup Michael C and Stroup Carolyn Sue
Bought by
First Alliance Mtg Company

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 1998
Sold by
Stroup Mike
Bought by
Real Acquisitions Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 1998
Sold by
Stroup Michael C
Bought by
Applied Solutions Inc
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Baker Craig $2,650,000 First American Title Insurance
Saethre Catherine Ann $2,180,000 Security Title Agency
Unger Maurice Lee $837,250 Security Title Agency
Halden Thomas Blake $245,000 Capital Title Agency
Hardon Cornelis $184,900 Nations Title Insurance
First Alliance Mtg Company -- Nations Title Insurance
Real Acquisitions Llc -- --
Applied Solutions Inc -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Baker Craig $2,500,000
Previous Owner Saethre Catherine Ann $1,962,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/08/2025 09/08/25 For Sale $2,725,000 +2.8% $627 / Sq Ft
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Sold $2,650,000 0.0% $610 / Sq Ft
06/29/2025 06/29/25 Off Market $2,650,000 -- --
06/04/2025 06/04/25 For Sale $2,725,000 +25.0% $627 / Sq Ft
06/15/2021 06/15/21 Sold $2,180,000 -0.9% $435 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/02/2021 05/02/21 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2021 02/13/21 For Sale $2,200,000 -- $439 / 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 $9,076 $117,577 -- --
2024 $8,455 $111,978 -- --
2023 $8,455 $145,150 $29,030 $116,120
2022 $8,085 $109,380 $21,870 $87,510
2021 $8,402 $98,870 $19,770 $79,100
2020 $8,269 $93,500 $18,700 $74,800
2019 $7,937 $92,070 $18,410 $73,660
2018 $7,609 $83,560 $16,710 $66,850
2017 $7,541 $87,180 $17,430 $69,750
2016 $7,331 $85,110 $17,020 $68,090
2015 $6,671 $82,820 $16,560 $66,260
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6874777

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 167-55-002

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