Desert Ridge · North Phoenix · ZIP 85050
Cielo at Desert Ridge homes for sale
Every Cielo listing, live from the MLS, with the numbers behind them.
The short answer
As of October 26, 2026, 5 homes are listed for sale in Cielo, with a median list price of $844,000. Over the past 12 months, 10 homes sold at a median price of $915,000, or $331 per square foot, after a median of 33 days on market. Sale prices ranged from $770,000 to $1,099,000.
Source: ARMLS via Flexmls, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners. How we define Cielo is explained in the FAQ below.
Cielo by the numbers
Closed residential sales, October 26, 2025 to October 26, 2026.
Price range of homes sold in the past 12 months: $770,000 to $1,099,000. Months of supply is 6.0, today's listings divided by the 12 month average of sales.
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About Cielo at Desert Ridge
Single-family homes inside the Desert Ridge master plan.
Cielo at Desert Ridge is a D.R. Horton neighborhood built between 2008 and 2012 and recorded in the MLS as Desert Ridge Super Block 7 North Parcels 6, 7, and 8. It sits in the middle of the Desert Ridge price range, with recent sales between $770,000 and about $1,100,000.
- Home type
- Single-family homes
- Builder
- D.R. Horton, including homes built under its Continental Homes name
- Built
- 2008 to 2012
- Median home size
- 3,208 square feet in sales over the past 12 months
- Lot sizes
- About 6,100 to 7,500 square feet in the sales we reviewed
- HOA
- Recent listings showed a neighborhood association of about $178 to $230 a quarter, plus the Desert Ridge master association at about $264 to $300 twice a year.
- Schools named in listings
- Desert Trails Elementary School, Explorer Middle School, and Pinnacle High School (Paradise Valley Unified)
- ZIP code
- 85050
What to know before you buy
- Five homes were for sale on October 26, 2026 against nine sales in the past year, so buyers have more choice here right now than in most Desert Ridge neighborhoods.
- These homes are now about 14 to 18 years old. Budget for roof, water heater, and air conditioning replacements, and ask for their ages.
- Confirm HOA dues, rules, and any transfer fees for both associations before your inspection period ends.
Life in Desert Ridge
- Desert Ridge Marketplace for shopping and dining, at Loop 101 and Tatum Boulevard.
- The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Wildfire Golf Club, with two 18 hole courses.
- Mayo Clinic's Phoenix campus, and Reach 11 Recreation Area with about 1,500 acres of preserved desert.
- Loop 101 through the middle of the master plan and State Route 51 on its western edge.
Compare Desert Ridge neighborhoods
Every resale community inside the master plan, side by side.
| Community | Home type | Built | Median size | Median sale, 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fireside at Desert Ridge | Mostly single-family homes | 2007 to 2013 | 2,844 sq ft | $926,000 |
| Aviano at Desert Ridge | Single-family homes | 2004 to 2006 | 3,795 sq ft | $1,307,500 |
| Talinn at Desert Ridge | Townhomes and single-family homes, newer construction | 2022 to 2026 | 2,120 sq ft | $927,500 |
| Sanctuary at Desert Ridge | Single-family homes | 2016 and 2017 | 2,462 sq ft | $1,095,000 |
| Cielo at Desert Ridge | Single-family homes | 2008 to 2012 | 3,208 sq ft | $915,000 |
| Sierra Pass and Stonecrest | Single-family homes on larger lots | 1996 to 1998 | 2,984 sq ft | $1,040,000 |
| Lockwood Estates, Ironwood Greens, and Expedition Point | Single-family homes on large lots | 1998 to 2003 | 3,464 sq ft | $1,402,500 |
| Toscana at Desert Ridge | Condominiums | 2008 and 2026 | 1,468 sq ft | $509,900 |
| Desert Ridge condos, townhomes, and patio homes | Condos, townhomes, and smaller single-family homes | 1998 to 2010 | 1,574 sq ft | $463,000 |
| Glen Eagle, Wildcat Ridge, and Estates at Ridgeview | Single-family homes | 1997 to 2016 | 2,041 sq ft | $685,000 |
| Desert Ridge homes with no sub-HOA | Single-family homes | 1996 to 2000 | 2,038 sq ft | $722,500 |
| All of Desert Ridge | Every home type | 1996 to today | See the full market | |
Median size and median sale price for closed sales October 26, 2025 to October 26, 2026. ARMLS via Flexmls, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
Cielo questions, answered
How much do homes cost in Cielo?
The median sale price was $915,000 for the 10 homes that sold in Cielo from October 26, 2025 to October 26, 2026, or $331 per square foot. Prices ranged from $770,000 to $1,099,000.
How many homes are for sale in Cielo right now?
As of October 26, 2026, 5 homes were listed for sale in Cielo, with list prices from $775,000 to $1,030,000 and a median of $844,000. The search on this page updates continuously from the MLS, so it always shows the current count.
Does Cielo have an HOA?
Yes. Recent listings showed a neighborhood association of about $178 to $230 a quarter, plus the Desert Ridge master association at about $264 to $300 twice a year. Fees change, so confirm current dues and what they cover in the resale disclosure for the specific home.
What schools serve Cielo?
Recent listings in Cielo named Desert Trails Elementary School, Explorer Middle School, and Pinnacle High School, all in Paradise Valley Unified School District. Boundaries can change and can differ by street, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
Who built Cielo, and when?
Recent MLS records list D.R. Horton as the builder, including homes built under its Continental Homes name, with homes built 2008 to 2012. Lots in the sales we reviewed ran about 6,100 to 7,500 square feet.
Is Cielo part of Desert Ridge?
Yes. Cielo is inside the Desert Ridge master planned community in northeast Phoenix, so residents are close to Desert Ridge Marketplace, the JW Marriott and Wildfire Golf Club, the Mayo Clinic campus, and Reach 11 Recreation Area.
How does this page define Cielo?
Our search and statistics include residential listings in ZIP 85050 and 85054 whose MLS subdivision name includes Cielo or Desert Ridge Super Block 7 North Parcel 6, or whose listing names the Cielo association. Figures were calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners from ARMLS data on October 26, 2026.
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Sources
- ARMLS via Flexmls. Residential closed sales October 26, 2025 to October 26, 2026, and active listings on October 26, 2026, for residential listings in ZIP 85050 and 85054 whose MLS subdivision name includes Cielo or Desert Ridge Super Block 7 North Parcel 6, or whose listing names the Cielo association. Medians and months of supply calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
- Builder, year built, lot size, HOA, and school details: a sample of recent MLS listing records in Cielo, reviewed October 26, 2026.
- Desert Ridge master plan facts: Arizona Luxury Partners Desert Ridge community guide, October 2026.
All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Listing information is provided by the Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. HOA dues, builders, lot sizes, and schools come from individual listing records and can vary within a neighborhood. This page is for general information only and is not financial, lending, legal, or tax advice. Arizona Luxury Partners | Real Estate Group at RE/MAX Fine Properties, 21020 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85255. Office 480.766.1515. Brokerage License LC629808000. Equal Housing Opportunity.