North Phoenix · ZIP 85050 and 85054
Desert Ridge homes for sale
Every active Desert Ridge listing, live from the MLS, with the numbers behind them.
The short answer
As of October 26, 2026, there are 92 homes listed for sale in Desert Ridge, with a median list price of $612,250. Over the past 12 months, 290 Desert Ridge homes sold at a median price of $822,500, or $351 per square foot, after a median of 53 days on market. Homes closed at a median of 98% of their final list price. With about 3.7 months of supply, the market is close to balanced.
Source: ARMLS via Flexmls, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners. How we define Desert Ridge is explained in the FAQ below.
The Desert Ridge market, by the numbers
Closed residential sales, October 26, 2025 to October 26, 2026.
Price range of homes sold: $290,000 to $2,450,000. Months of supply is today's 92 listings divided by the 12 month average of about 24 sales per month.
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Neighborhoods inside Desert Ridge
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Median sale price for closed sales October 26, 2025 to October 26, 2026. Homes for sale as of October 26, 2026. ARMLS via Flexmls, calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
What the numbers mean right now
Our read on the market, for buyers and for sellers.
The homes for sale today are not a mirror of the homes that sold. The median list price of current inventory is $612,250, about $210,000 below the 12 month median sale price of $822,500. Right now the shelf leans toward condominiums, townhomes, and smaller single family homes, while the larger single family homes that pushed the sale median up are a thinner slice. Only 29 of the 92 listings are priced at $1 million or more.
Pricing is where homes win or sit. Thirty percent of last year's sales went under contract within 30 days, and those sold at about 98% of list. On the other end, 18% took more than 120 days, and those closed at about 90% of their original price. Of the homes for sale today, 61% have already had a price change.
If you are buying
- The typical home sold about 4% below its original list price, so there is room to negotiate on homes that have been on the market a while.
- Well priced homes still move in under a month. Get pre-approved first so you can act on those quickly.
- Desert Ridge has a master association, and many neighborhoods have a second one. Ask for both resale disclosures and read what the fees cover.
- Compare against recent sales in the same subdivision and home type, not the whole community.
If you are selling
- Your first two weeks matter most. Homes priced right from day one sold at close to full list price.
- With 92 homes to choose from, buyers compare. Presentation, photography, and condition carry real weight.
- Price against your own neighborhood. A Fireside single family home and a resort-area condo are different markets.
- We can show you the exact sales we would use to price your home.
About Desert Ridge
A 5,700 acre master planned community in northeast Phoenix.
Desert Ridge sits in northeast Phoenix, roughly between State Route 51 and 64th Street on both sides of Loop 101. The City of Phoenix adopted the Desert Ridge Specific Plan in 1991 and the first homes sold in 1996. Today the community holds more than 6,400 homes, from resort-area condominiums and townhomes to single family neighborhoods such as Fireside at Desert Ridge, Aviano, and Talinn.
Most homes carry a Phoenix address in ZIP code 85050 or 85054. The draw is convenience. Shopping, a resort with two golf courses, a major medical campus, schools, and open desert are all inside or next to the master plan.
Desert Ridge Marketplace
An open-air center at Loop 101 and Tatum Boulevard with more than 100 stores, restaurants, and services.
JW Marriott and Wildfire Golf Club
The JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort and Spa opened in 2002 alongside Wildfire's two 18 hole courses, one by Arnold Palmer and one by Nick Faldo.
Mayo Clinic Hospital
Mayo Clinic's 210 acre Phoenix campus opened in 1998 and sits within the Desert Ridge area.
Reach 11 Recreation Area
About 1,500 acres of preserved desert nearby, with a 6.3 mile trail loop.
Schools
Paradise Valley Unified School District serves Desert Ridge. Explorer Middle School and Pinnacle High School are in ZIP 85050. Confirm assigned schools for any address with the district.
Getting around
Loop 101 runs through the middle of Desert Ridge and State Route 51 forms its western edge, with Scottsdale to the east.
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Desert Ridge questions, answered
How many homes are for sale in Desert Ridge right now?
As of October 26, 2026, 92 homes were listed for sale in Desert Ridge, with a median list price of $612,250 and list prices from $290,000 to $1,750,000. Twenty nine of them are priced at $1 million or more. The search on this page updates continuously from the MLS, so it always shows the current count.
What is the median home price in Desert Ridge?
The median sale price was $822,500 for the 290 Desert Ridge homes that sold between October 26, 2025 and October 26, 2026, or $351 per square foot. Sale prices ranged from $290,000 to $2,450,000. Prices vary widely by home type and neighborhood, so recent sales in the same subdivision are the best guide for any one home.
How long does it take to sell a home in Desert Ridge?
The median Desert Ridge home sold in 53 days over the past 12 months. Thirty percent sold within 30 days at about 98% of list price, while 18% took more than 120 days. Pricing correctly from the first day is the biggest factor.
Is Desert Ridge a buyer's market or a seller's market?
Close to balanced. With 92 homes for sale against about 24 sales a month, Desert Ridge has roughly 3.7 months of supply. Homes sold at a median of 98% of their final list price and 96% of their original list price, so buyers have some room to negotiate and well priced homes still sell quickly.
What ZIP codes is Desert Ridge in?
Desert Ridge homes are in Phoenix ZIP codes 85050 and 85054. Both ZIP codes also include homes outside Desert Ridge, which is why ZIP code averages can differ from the community figures on this page.
What schools serve Desert Ridge?
Desert Ridge is served by Paradise Valley Unified School District. Explorer Middle School and Pinnacle High School are both located in ZIP 85050. School boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with the district.
Does Desert Ridge have an HOA?
Yes. Desert Ridge has a master community association, and many neighborhoods inside it have their own association as well. Fees, rules, and amenities differ by neighborhood, so review the resale disclosure and governing documents for each association that applies to a home.
How does this page define Desert Ridge?
Our search and statistics include residential listings in ZIP codes 85050 and 85054 whose MLS subdivision name includes Desert Ridge, Fireside, or Aviano. That captures the neighborhoods marketed as part of Desert Ridge while leaving out nearby communities that share the ZIP codes. 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, in ZIP 85050 and 85054 with Desert Ridge, Fireside, or Aviano in the subdivision name. Medians, months of supply, and percentages calculated by Arizona Luxury Partners.
- Community size, history, and amenities: Arizona Luxury Partners Desert Ridge community guide, October 2026, which cites FirstService Residential (October 6, 2026), the Paradise Valley Independent (January 2019), and others.
- School locations: Paradise Valley Unified School District listings for Explorer Middle School (22401 N 40th Street) and Pinnacle High School (3535 E Mayo Boulevard).
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. 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.