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Scottsdale, Arizona · ZIP 85260
Desert Hills North homes for sale
A community of about 148 homes in Scottsdale, built mostly from 1971 to 2019.
The short answer
Desert Hills North is a community of about 148 homes in Scottsdale, Arizona, all single family homes, built mostly from 1971 to 2019. Typical homes are about 3,023 square feet on lots of about 35,500 square feet. The median recorded sale since January 2024 was $2.12 million, across 8 sales.
Source: Maricopa County Assessor parcel records, accessed November 3, 2026, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
Desert Hills North at a glance
From county records for the homes inside the community boundary.
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About Desert Hills North
Where it is, what the homes are like, and who serves it.
- Homes
- About 148
- Home types
- All single family homes
- Year built
- 1971 to 2019 (10th to 90th percentile), 1969 to 2026 overall
- Home size
- Typically 2,103 to 5,705 square feet, median 3,023
- Lot size
- Typically 35,000 square feet to 42,000 square feet, median 35,500 square feet
- Pools
- About 86% of homes have a pool
- ZIP code
- 85260
- School districts
- Scottsdale Unified School District
- Boundaries
- Nearest major streets: Cactus Road (north), Shea Boulevard (south), Loop 101 (east).
- Recorded sales since January 2024
- 8 sales, median $2.12 million, typical range $1.37 million to $5.18 million
Neighborhoods and recorded plats in Desert Hills North
The recorded subdivisions that make up the community, largest first.
- Desert Hills North, about 65 homes
- Desert Hills No 3, about 21 homes
- Desert Hills No. 2, about 19 homes
- Desert Hills West, about 19 homes
- Desert Hills, about 16 homes
- Desert Hills 4, about 8 homes
Related pages
Nearby communities, the ZIP code and city, and the countywide map.
Desert Hills North questions, answered
Where is Desert Hills North?
Desert Hills North is in Scottsdale, Arizona, ZIP 85260. Nearest major streets: Cactus Road (north), Shea Boulevard (south), Loop 101 (east).
How many homes are in Desert Hills North?
About 148 homes, according to Maricopa County Assessor records accessed November 3, 2026. All are single family homes.
When were homes in Desert Hills North built?
Most homes were built mostly from 1971 to 2019. The oldest home on record was built in 1969 and the newest in 2026.
How big are homes in Desert Hills North?
Most homes are about 2,103 to 5,705 square feet, with a median of 3,023 square feet on lots of about 35,500 square feet.
What school districts serve Desert Hills North?
Scottsdale Unified School District. School boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address with the district.
What do homes in Desert Hills North sell for?
The median recorded sale price since January 2024 was $2.12 million, across 8 sales, with most sales between $1.37 million and $5.18 million, according to Maricopa County records. Bulk sales of three or more homes at once are excluded. Ask us for current MLS prices on the homes you are considering.
How does this page define Desert Hills North?
The boundary and home figures follow the recorded subdivision plats that make up Desert Hills North: Desert Hills North, Desert Hills No 3, Desert Hills No. 2, Desert Hills West, Desert Hills and Desert Hills 4. The live search shows MLS listings whose subdivision name includes Desert Hills, in ZIP 85260. Figures were calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners from Maricopa County Assessor parcel records accessed November 3, 2026.
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Sources
- Maricopa County Assessor parcel records for the single family homes, condominiums and townhomes inside the Desert Hills North boundary, accessed November 3, 2026: home counts, year built, sizes, lots, pools, ZIP codes and school districts. Ranges are the 10th to 90th percentile.
- Maricopa County recorded subdivision plats, used for the community boundary and the list of recorded plats.
- Maricopa County recorded sale prices since January 1, 2024, over $75,000, excluding deeds that moved three or more parcels at one price.
- ARMLS via Flexmls for the live listing search.
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. Community boundaries are approximate and follow recorded subdivision plats. Confirm the city, HOA, and assigned schools for a specific address. 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.
