Why Live in Legend Trail
Legend Trail in Scottsdale features Pueblo Revival-style and Mediterranean-style homes, many of which back up to the golf course and offer views of the surrounding mountains. The neighborhood embraces the Sonoran Desert landscape with low-water plants like saguaros and palo verde trees. Homes range from 1,600 to 4,500 square feet, with some located in a gated section. Low-rise condos are also available, though they rarely come on the market. Residents have access to the Legend Trail Community Center, which includes a gym, yoga classes, tennis, and pickleball courts. The public Legend Trail Golf Club offers 18 holes, with annual passes and loyalty cards available for discounts. The McDowell Sonoran Preserve, bordering the neighborhood, provides over 225 miles of trails for hiking. Bartlett Lake, about 20 miles east, is popular for fishing and boating. Dining options include The Cantina at Legend Trail, with more restaurants located within a short drive, such as Mastro’s Steakhouse and Tonto Bar & Grill. The nearby towns of Carefree and Cave Creek, within 6 miles, offer additional dining and shopping options. The Legend Trail Community Center hosts social events like casino nights and wine club meetings. Loop 101 is about 13 miles south, providing access to Scottsdale and downtown Phoenix. Local schools include the highly rated Desert Sun Academy and Sonoran Trails Middle, with Cactus Shadows High offering International Baccalaureate and Career and Technical Education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Legend Trail a good place to live?
Legend Trail is a good place to live. Legend Trail is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Legend Trail is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 70. The average household income is $184,093 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 56.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Legend Trail are home owners, with 8.1% of residents renting and 91.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Legend Trail can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Legend Trail neighborhood guide.
Is Legend Trail, AZ a safe neighborhood?
Legend Trail, AZ is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Legend Trail?
The median home price in Legend Trail is $428,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $85,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,210 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $95K a year to afford the median home price in Legend Trail. The average household income in Legend Trail is $184K.
What are the best public schools in Legend Trail?
The best public schools that serve Legend Trail are:
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Are home prices dropping in Legend Trail?
Yes, home prices in Legend Trail are down 23% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Legend Trail, AZ
On average, homes in Legend Trail, Scottsdale sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Legend Trail, Scottsdale over the last 12 months is $370,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$370,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$875,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$342,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$259
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$428,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-38%