$3,400,000
SOLD MAY 30, 2025

8788 E Branding Iron Rd Carefree, AZ 85377

7 Beds
6.5 Baths
6,753 Sq Ft
14.76 Acres

Recently Sold

$503 Per Sq Ft

39% Below List Price

215 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 14.76 Acre Lot
  • Black Mountain Elementary School Rated A-
  • Heated Spa
  • Two Primary Bathrooms

About This Home

As of May 2025

Atop nearly 15 acres of pristine land nestled within the natural desert surround, offering immense PRIVACY. Gourmet kitchen w/ WOLF, Subzero & Cove appliance package, soaring ceilings, curved walls, sauna, exercise room, office & basement, coffered ceiling details, electronic roller-shades through-out home, Detached guest house w/ full kitchen & living room, fireplace, 2 bedrooms, W&D, 1 car garage 30 x40 separate garage/workshop w/ Heat, AC & exhaust fan, gated paved driveway, Elan AAA security system, negative edge pool, spa, boulder water & slide, putting green & large synthetic grass areas, multiple covered patios. Generator, Private Well. House is 6,753 sq ft and Casita is 1,379. NO HOA. Full Features list in Document Section.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeena Ronan

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties License #SA532440000 Listed on: 10/18/2024

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Judy Zimet

Compass License #BR654664000

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,519

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 14.76 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Desert faces the front and back of the property
  • Wrought Iron Fence
  • Block Wall Fence
  • Artificial Turf
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Private Yard

Parking

  • 9 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 6 Open Parking Spaces
  • Heated Garage
  • Side or Rear Entrance to Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Tile Roof
  • Built-Up Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 6,753 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Tinted Windows
  • Mechanical Sun Shade
  • Solar Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Mountain Views
  • Security System Owned
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Built-In Microwave
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Two Primary Bathrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • 6.5 Bathrooms
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Pool

  • Heated Spa
  • Heated Pool
  • Pool Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Built-In Barbecue

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Cooling System Updated in 2024
  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Plumbing System Updated in 2023
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Guest House
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include no fees
  • Built by T's Construction
  • Cow Track Subdivision, Custom Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot B
  • Assessor Parcel Number 216-19-009-U

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,519

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

9

Listing Details

  • Cross Street: Cave Creek Rd & Tom Darlington
  • Legal Info Range: 4E
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Association Fees Land Lease Fee: N
  • Basement: Y
  • Updated Partial or Full Bathrooms: Partial
  • Bathrooms Year Updated: 2014
  • Updated Heating or Cooling Units: Partial
  • Items Updated Ht Cool Yr Updated: 2024
  • Updated Plumbing: Partial
  • Items Updated Plmbg Yr Updated: 2023
  • Updated Pool: Partial
  • Items Updated Pool Yr Updated: 2020
  • Updated Roof: Partial
  • Items Updated Roof Yr Updated: 2015
  • Parking Spaces Slab Parking Spaces: 6.0
  • Parking Spaces Total Covered Spaces: 9.0
  • Separate Den Office Sep Den Office: Y
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Spa Private: Yes
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Use GPS. E on Cave Creek Rd, N on Tranquil Trail, E on Rising Sun, N on Golden Spur follow around..N on Branding Iron. Follow address signs along the driveway entrance to guide you to 8788.
  • Master Model: CUSTOM
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Horses: Yes
  • Lot Size Acres: 14.76
  • Subdivision Name: Cow Track
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Efficiency: Multi-Zones
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Tax Parcel Letter: U
  • Dining Area:Breakfast Bar: Yes
  • Windows:Dual Pane: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Utilities Butane Propane: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Windows:Solar Screens: Yes
  • Fireplace Features Fireplace Living Rm: Yes
  • Fireplace Features Gas Fireplace: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Gas Cooktop: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Finished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Spa Features: Heated, Private
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop
  • Possible Bedrooms: 8
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Fireplace Features: 2 Fireplace, Exterior Fireplace, Living Room, Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, 2 Master Baths, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub, Tub with Jets
  • Living Area: 6753.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Solar Screens, Dual Pane, Mechanical Sun Shds, Tinted Windows
  • Kitchen Features:Built-in Microwave: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Kitchen Island: Yes
  • Master Bathroom:Double Sinks: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Reverse Osmosis: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Wall Oven(s): Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Walk-in Pantry: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Multiple Ovens: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Separate Workshop: Yes
  • Other Rooms:ExerciseSauna Room: Yes
  • Basement Description:Finished2: Yes
  • KitchenFeatures:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Kitchen Features:Granite Counters: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Block, Wrought Iron
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Private Yard, Storage, Built-in Barbecue
  • Lot Features: Desert Back, Desert Front, Cul-De-Sac, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
  • Pool Features: Variable Speed Pump, Heated, Private
  • View: City Light View(s), Mountain(s)
  • Disclosures: Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
  • Other Structures: Separate Guest House
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio(s), Patio
  • Roof: Tile, Built-Up
  • Construction:Frame - Wood: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Covered Patio(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Built-in BBQ: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Patio: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Pvt Yrd(s)Crtyrd(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features:Balcony: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Storage: Yes
  • Exterior Features:Separate Guest House: Yes
  • Fireplace Features Exterior Fireplace: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Total Covered Spaces: 9.0
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage, Direct Access, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Rear Vehicle Entry, Separate Strge Area, Side Vehicle Entry, Temp Controlled
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 9.0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 6.0
  • Parking Features:Attch_squote_d Gar Cabinets: Yes
  • Parking Features:Rear Vehicle Entry: Yes
  • Parking Features:Temp Controlled: Yes
  • Parking Features:Separate Strge Area: Yes
  • Parking Features:Side Vehicle Entry: Yes
  • Parking Features:Garage Door Opener: Yes
  • Parking Features:Direct Access: Yes
  • Parking Features:Extended Length Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Utilities: Propane
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Electric
  • Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Security System Owned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Heating:Electric: Yes
  • Sewer Septic Tank: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • 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: Black 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: 642946.0
  • Parcel #: 216-19-009-U

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Recirculation Pump

Building Info

  • Builder Name: T's Construction

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7519.0
  • Tax Book Number: 216.00
  • Tax Lot: B
  • Tax Map Number: 19.00

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Zurn Jeffrey J and Zurn Nan E
Bought by
Ochoco Properties Llc and Williams
Seller's Agent
Jeena Ronan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Buyer's Agent
Judy Zimet
Compass
List Price
$5,600,000
Sold Price
$3,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,200,000
-39.29%
Views
81
Current Estimated Value
$3,510,638

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$110,638
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2011
Sold by
Waldersen Keith G and Waldersen Rhonda J
Bought by
Zurn Jeffrey J and Zurn Nan E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 1995
Sold by
Mendenhall E J and Mendenhall J S
Bought by
Waldersen Keith G and Waldersen Rhonda J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Interest Rate
9.09%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 1994
Sold by
Schnaible Rebecca
Bought by
Mendenhall E J and Mendenhall S
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 $3,400,000 First American Title Insurance
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $205,000 Security Title Agency
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,200,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $310,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $400,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,000,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $175,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $380,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Sold $3,400,000 -5.6% $503 / Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2025 04/01/25 Price Changed $3,600,000 -20.0% $533 / Sq Ft
02/14/2025 02/14/25 Price Changed $4,500,000 -8.2% $666 / Sq Ft
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Price Changed $4,900,000 -12.5% $726 / Sq Ft
10/18/2024 10/18/24 For Sale $5,600,000 -- $829 / 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 $7,936 $171,781 -- --
2024 $7,519 $163,601 -- --
2023 $7,519 $315,210 $63,040 $252,170
2022 $7,371 $247,930 $49,580 $198,350
2021 $8,040 $207,830 $41,560 $166,270
2020 $9,976 $169,780 $33,950 $135,830
2019 $9,969 $169,470 $33,890 $135,580
2018 $9,633 $163,170 $32,630 $130,540
2017 $9,323 $164,620 $32,920 $131,700
2016 $9,289 $159,850 $31,970 $127,880
2015 $8,739 $146,860 $29,370 $117,490
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

MLS Number: 6773339

Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)

APN: 216-19-009U