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McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Community Report & Guide  |  June 2026
A community inside Central Scottsdale / Scottsdale … 4,236 acres … 67 subdivisions … 11 lakes

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Market Report — June 2026

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$1.02M
June 2026 Median
54
Avg Days on Market
97.6%
Sale to List Ratio
About McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate: Scottsdale’s first master-planned community, built 1972-1989 on the former 4,236-acre McCormick family ranch by Kaiser-Aetna. 67 subdivisions, 11 lakes, 25 miles of greenbelts, two 18-hole golf courses, three resorts. Master HOA: MRPOA, $210 annual per household. Primary ZIP 85258.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate carries a June 2026 median sale price near $1,020,000 based on May 2026 closings, up 5.4 percent year-over-year. Days on market 54, sale-to-list 97.6 percent. McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate remains the central benchmark for lake-and-greenbelt lifestyle living in Scottsdale: 67 subdivisions, A-rated SUSD schools, amenity density newer communities structurally cannot replicate.

What Does the McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Market Look Like in June 2026?

Single-Family Homes… June 2026 report (May 2026 closed data, ZIP 85258 primary)
Median Sale Price
$1,020,000
▲ +5.4% YoY
Average Sale Price
$1,180,000
▲ +5.8% YoY
Price / Sq Ft
$663
▲ +3.5% YoY
Homes Sold (Mo)
25
▲ vs. 22 prior year
Active Listings
141
→ 56 SFR, 85 attached
Days on Market
54 days
▼ vs. 62 prior month
Sale-to-List
97.6%
→ Stable
Months of Supply
3.8 months
→ Balanced
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McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate 12-Month Price Trend

Median across all 67 subdivisions, rolling 12 months ending May 2026. Steady upward pressure through summer 2025, mild seasonal softening, renewed spring strength with slight May pullback.

$1.20M $1.12M $1.05M $0.98M $0.90M JunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanFebMarAprMay 20252026 $1.02M McCormick Ranch Median Sale Price … Rolling 12 Months

YoY change: +5.4 percent. May 2026 reflects a mix shift toward smaller closings, not weakening SFR valuations.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Prices & Volume … June 2026

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate spans a much wider price band than most Scottsdale communities. The $1.02M median masks four parallel tiers: entry attached $345K-$700K (Belcara, La Mariposa, Paseo Village), core single-family $750K-$1.4M (Estados de la Mancha exterior, Tierra Feliz, Pueblo del Norte), upper $1.4M-$2.5M (lake-adjacent, golf course frontage), and estate $2.5M-$5M+ (waterfront, large interior lots).

May 2026 closings: 25 single-family sales, multiple above $2M along Camelback Lake. Cash purchases run 32 percent of transactions. Notable: 8355 E San Ramon $3.55M, 9027 N 82nd Street (Heritage Terrace) $2.59M custom new build, 8584 E Via De Dorado (Sands) $1.7M, 8604 E San Ardo $1.25M. Pricing strategy matters because the 67 subdivisions trade at different price-per-square-foot levels.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate History & Boundaries

The original 4,236-acre property was assembled in the 1940s by Anne Stillman and Fowler McCormick (grandson of Cyrus McCormick and John D. Rockefeller Sr.) and operated as a cattle ranch and Arabian horse breeding operation. Sold to Kaiser-Aetna in July 1970 for $12.1 million (about five cents per square foot). The McCormick Ranch Property Owners Association was incorporated September 21, 1972. Build-out proceeded 1972-1989 across three phases delivering the three resorts, two golf courses, the lake system, and 67 residential subdivisions of McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate.

Boundaries: Indian Bend Road south, Shea Boulevard north, Scottsdale Road west, Hayden Road east. Not gated at the master level … streets, lakes, and greenbelts are public. Several subdivisions inside McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate maintain their own gates: Las Palomas (guard-gated), portions of Estados de la Mancha, Tierra Feliz, and select enclaves along Camelback Lake. HonorHealth Shea hospital anchors the south boundary; McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park (donated by the McCormicks in 1967) anchors the west.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Sub-Communities

67 individually named subdivisions, each with distinct character, builder history, price band, and lot type. The right subdivision matters more than the master community label.

85258

Paseo Village

$650K to $1.1M

Phase I subdivision (1972-1974), Suggs and Ponderosa Homes built. Ranch-style detached, mature landscaping, walking access to Paseo Village Shopping Center.

85258

Estados de la Mancha

$900K to $2.5M

Custom and semi-custom detached homes on larger mid-1970s lots. Both gated and ungated sections. Lake and golf course frontage on select streets.

85258

Las Palomas

$750K to $1.6M

Guard-gated patio home community (129 units, mostly single-level) on Lakes Margherite, Angela, and Nino. Lock-and-leave appeal.

85258

Heritage Terrace

$950K to $2.6M

Golden Heritage build. Family detached resale, mature trees, single-level dominant. May 2026 closing at $2.59M on N 82nd Street.

85258

Belcara

$345K to $625K

Two-story garden-style attached with two pools. 2BR-3BR plans, entry pricing for the master plan.

85258

Camelback Lake / Lakefront Custom

$2.5M to $5.2M+

Custom waterfront and lake-adjacent estate lots. Includes the 0.93-acre parcel on N 82nd Street, the largest residential lot in the master plan. Trophy tier.

Other named subdivisions include Pueblo del Norte, Casa Real, Casa Linda, Tierra Feliz, Meridian, La Mariposa Villas, Los Tesoros, and Sands.

McCormick Ranch Homes For Sale … June 2026 Inventory

Active McCormick Ranch homes for sale: approximately 56 SFR + 85 attached. Inventory skews mid-luxury: 38 percent of active listings sit between $900K and $1.5M, trophy tier above $3M holds 5 to 7 active. Days on market 54 for properly priced product.

How to Find McCormick Ranch Homes For Sale Before Public Listing

The most desirable McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate listings (lakefront, golf course frontage, large-lot teardowns) often preview to active buyer rosters days before public listing. Off-market visibility is the single biggest reason buyers above $2M use specialist representation.

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McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Condos … Inventory & Pricing

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale condos and attached townhome product represent roughly 60 percent of active inventory. Inventory concentrates in Belcara (garden-style entry), La Mariposa Villas (single-level), Meridian (patio homes), and Las Palomas (guard-gated waterfront). Median list near $560,000 across 85 active units.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Condos & Townhomes … June 2026
Active Inventory
85 units
→ Condo + townhome
Median List
$560,000
▲ Stable demand
Entry Price
$345,000
→ Belcara floor
Top of Range
$1,849,000
▲ Lakefront patio

This McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate attached inventory appeals to three buyer profiles: snowbird and lock-and-leave second-home buyers, downsizers, and rental investors. Short-term rental restrictions vary by sub-HOA. The strongest McCormick Ranch Scottsdale condos inventory for owner-occupants sits in Las Palomas (waterfront, single-level) and Meridian (newer construction).

What Schools Serve McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate?

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate addresses fall inside Scottsdale Unified District (SUSD), which earned an A district letter grade in the Arizona Department of Education FY25 release (April 15, 2026). Primary elementary feeder is Cochise Elementary, located adjacent to Mountain View Park inside the community boundary. Middle school feeder is Cocopah Middle; high school is Chaparral, with addresses south of Via de Ventura feeding Saguaro High instead. Verify exact attendance by street address before any offer.

A

Cochise Elementary School

Scottsdale Unified District • Grades K-5

ADE FY25: A, 96.91 points. Inside McCormick Ranch at Mountain View Park. Primary elementary feeder.

96.91 ADE points A-rated Inside McCormick Ranch
A

Cocopah Middle School

Scottsdale Unified District • Grades 6-8

ADE FY25: A, 88.04 points. Primary middle school feeder, near Indian Bend Road.

88.04 ADE points A-rated 85258
A

Chaparral High School

Scottsdale Unified District • Grades 9-12

ADE FY25: A, 92.78 points. SUSD flagship serving addresses north of Via de Ventura. Strong AP and athletic tradition.

92.78 ADE points A-rated North of Via de Ventura
A

Saguaro High School

Scottsdale Unified District • Grades 9-12

ADE FY25: A, 90.75 points. Serves addresses south of Via de Ventura. International Baccalaureate diploma program.

90.75 ADE points A-rated South of Via de Ventura

Additional A-rated SUSD elementary feeders for boundary addresses: Pueblo (A, 86.96), Sequoya (A, 93.37), Tavan (A, 94.12). Mohave Middle (B, 79.97) serves south boundary. All grades from official ADE FY25 A-F release (April 15, 2026).

Is McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Safe?

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate consistently reports lower-than-citywide crime density. The master plan was designed with residential separation from arterial commercial corridors. Property crime concentrates in boundary shopping centers (Paseo Village, Mountain View Plaza, Seville, HonorHealth Shea campus) and not inside residential subdivisions. Scottsdale Police provides single-agency coverage. Gated subdivisions like Las Palomas maintain private security patrols supplementing SPD response.

McCormick Ranch Safety Snapshot

Subdivisions report some of the lowest incident rates in Central Scottsdale.

A-
Overall Safety Grade
82nd
Percentile (Safer Than 82%)
1 in 384
Violent Crime Risk
Scottsdale PD
Single-Agency Jurisdiction

Lowest-incident subdivisions are the gated and lakefront enclaves (Las Palomas, gated Estados de la Mancha, Camelback Lake corridor) … near-zero violent crime.

Amenities, Golf & Lakes Inside McCormick Ranch Scottsdale

The Kaiser-Aetna master plan delivered the McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate amenity package between 1972 and 1989: 11 lakes covering 130 acres, 25 miles of greenbelt and bike paths, two championship 18-hole golf courses, three resorts, four interior parks, and multiple shopping centers. This density cannot be replicated on new desert land at any reasonable cost.

The 11-Lake System and 25-Mile Greenbelt

Lakes were built Phase I as dual amenity and federal flood control tied into Indian Bend Wash, engineered for a 100-year flood event. Camelback Lake is the largest and the resort corridor centerpiece; others include Margherite, Angela, Nino, and Mountain View. Many stocked with fish and allow non-motorized boating. Lakefront McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate parcels trade at substantial premiums.

The greenbelt spine totals 25 miles of paths, connecting to Indian Bend Wash and creating uninterrupted routes into Old Town Scottsdale. Four major interior parks operate inside the master plan: Mountain View Park (30 acres, adjacent to Cochise Elementary), Comanche, Shoshone, and Zuni.

McCormick Ranch Golf Club: Pine and Palm Courses

McCormick Ranch Golf Club operates two 18-hole championship courses designed by Desmond Muirhead, opened in the 1970s. The Pine Course features mature pine and palm trees with lake hazards on 11 of 18 holes. The Palm Course plays shorter and more open. Both are semi-private. Golf course frontage McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate parcels carry a 12 to 25 percent premium over interior lots.

Three Resorts Inside the Boundary

The McCormick Scottsdale (lakeside on Camelback Lake, AAA Three Diamond) is the only lakeside resort in Scottsdale. The Scottsdale Resort (Curio by Hilton) occupies 480 acres of golf frontage. Combined resort capacity drives corporate-traveler second-home demand for McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Activity & HOA Structure

Master HOA and Sub-HOAs

Two-tier HOA structure across McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate. Master MRPOA (1972) runs about $210 per household annually, oversees common areas, lakes, and architectural review. Each subdivision carries its own sub-HOA: detached runs $200-$800 annually, gated patio homes like Las Palomas run several hundred monthly, condo communities like Belcara $400-$700 monthly.

Are McCormick Ranch Homes For Sale Receiving Multiple Offers?

Yes for the right product. Properly priced, move-in-ready McCormick Ranch homes for sale in established subdivisions (Heritage Terrace, Paseo Village, Estados de la Mancha) routinely close at or above list within 30 days. Dated-finish or overpriced McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate listings extend past 90 days and trade 5 to 8 percent below original list. Cash transactions run 32 percent of volume, with share rising sharply above $2M.

Why Use a McCormick Ranch Realty Specialist?

McCormick Ranch realty is its own discipline. The 67 subdivisions trade at different price-per-square-foot levels, sub-HOA dues vary from $200 annually to $700+ monthly, and rental bylaws differ by building. A general Scottsdale agent handling McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate occasionally cannot match the depth of a dedicated specialist.

Off-Market McCormick Ranch Realty Opportunities

About 18 to 22 percent of McCormick Ranch realty transactions above $2 million close off-market, with the share rising for lakefront and custom estate sales. Off-market inventory is never visible on public real estate portals … the structural advantage of working with a dedicated McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate agent. Trophy inventory above $4 million frequently never sees public listing at all.

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Why McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Matters in 2026

Not a trend market … the foundation of Central Scottsdale lifestyle.

  • Arizona’s first master-planned community. McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate defined the concept starting 1972. Design quality (lakes, greenbelts, 25 miles of bike paths) cannot be replicated on new desert land at any reasonable cost.
  • 67 subdivisions, uniquely wide price band. Entry attached at $345K, mid-tier detached at $1M, lakefront estates above $5M … all inside one master plan.
  • A-rated SUSD schools. Cochise Elementary (96.91 ADE), Cocopah Middle (88.04), Chaparral High (92.78). Saguaro High (90.75) for south-of-Via-de-Ventura addresses.
  • Two 18-hole golf courses, 11 lakes, three resorts. McCormick Ranch Golf Club (Pine and Palm, Muirhead) plus The McCormick Scottsdale (AAA Three Diamond) and Scottsdale Resort (Curio by Hilton) drive corporate-traveler second-home demand for McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate Buyer & Seller Takeaways

  • Buyers: Subdivision matters more than the master community name. Tour at least three subdivisions side by side. Lakefront and golf course frontage carry a 12 to 25 percent premium.
  • Buyers: Confirm both MRPOA and sub-HOA dues before any offer. Verify high school attendance by exact address (south of Via de Ventura feeds Saguaro, north feeds Chaparral).
  • Sellers: Pricing strategy matters because buyers compare across 67 subdivisions. Establish your subdivision’s recent comps, not just the McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate community median. Cash buyer share is meaningful above $2M.

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate FAQ

What is the median price for McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate in June 2026?

The McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate June 2026 median sale price is approximately $1,020,000 based on May 2026 closings, up roughly 5.4 percent year-over-year. Average sale price runs near $1,180,000, with price per square foot around $663. The 67 internal subdivisions trade at a wide spread, so subdivision-specific comps matter more than the community-wide median.

How much does a 3 bedroom McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate home cost?

A standard 3 bedroom single-family home in McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate typically trades between $850,000 and $1,250,000 depending on the subdivision (Paseo Village, Heritage Terrace, Tierra Feliz), interior updates, and lot orientation. 3 bedroom patio homes in Meridian and La Mariposa Villas start lower in the $725,000 to $950,000 range.

What do McCormick Ranch Scottsdale condos cost in June 2026?

Active McCormick Ranch Scottsdale condos range from approximately $345,000 for entry units in Belcara up to $1,400,000 for larger penthouse and lakefront condo product. The community-wide median for attached product sits near $560,000 based on recent closings. Active attached inventory totals about 85 units across the master plan.

Are McCormick Ranch Scottsdale condos a good investment in 2026?

Yes for long-term holds. The master plan amenities (lakes, greenbelts, golf, three resorts) drive durable rental demand across McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate inventory. Short-term rental restrictions vary by individual sub-HOA, so verify the rental bylaws of any specific building before purchase. Annual appreciation has tracked the broader Central Scottsdale market at 5 to 7 percent.

How do I find McCormick Ranch homes for sale before they hit public sites?

The most desirable McCormick Ranch homes for sale (lakefront, golf course frontage, and the rare large-lot infill teardowns) frequently trade off-market or preview to active buyer rosters days before broad listing. A dedicated full-time McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate agent receives coming-soon notifications from listing agents inside the community. Public portal scraping cannot match that timing.

Are McCormick Ranch homes for sale receiving multiple offers right now?

Yes for the right product. Move-in ready listings properly priced against recent same-subdivision comps and located on a lake or golf course typically attract 3 to 6 offers within the first 14 days on market. Dated-finish or overpriced McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate inventory lingers 90+ days and trades at 5 to 8 percent below original list. Pricing strategy is the differentiator.

What makes McCormick Ranch Scottsdale unique vs other Scottsdale communities?

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale was Arizona’s first master-planned community, opened in 1972, and remains the only Scottsdale community built around an 11-lake water system, 25 miles of greenbelt, two championship golf courses, and three integrated resorts. The amenity density of McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate was made possible by Kaiser-Aetna’s 1970 land acquisition at $0.05 per square foot. That depth cannot be replicated in any newer Scottsdale community.

How does McCormick Ranch Scottsdale compare to neighboring Gainey Ranch?

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale is larger (4,236 acres vs 615 acres at Gainey Ranch), more affordable on entry (median around $1.02M vs $1.56M at Gainey Ranch), and not gated at the master level. Gainey Ranch is guard-gated, smaller, more uniformly luxury, and built around a single 27-hole Hyatt Regency golf course. McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate offers wider product mix and lower entry; Gainey Ranch offers tighter uniformity and full gating.

Why work with a McCormick Ranch realty specialist instead of a general Scottsdale agent?

A McCormick Ranch realty specialist tracks all 67 internal subdivisions weekly, knows the sub-HOA dues and rental bylaws by building, recognizes which lakefront orientations carry view premiums, and maintains relationships with listing agents who preview coming-soon inventory. A general Scottsdale agent handling McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate occasionally cannot match that depth. Our dedicated full-time agents specialize at the subdivision level.

How many McCormick Ranch realty transactions trade off-market?

Approximately 18 to 22 percent of McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate transactions above $2 million close off-market through private buyer-agent networks, with the share rising for lakefront and large-lot custom estate sales. Off-market inventory is never visible on public portals, which is the structural advantage of working with a dedicated agent active inside the community every week.

What schools serve McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate addresses?

McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate addresses are inside Scottsdale Unified District (A district letter grade per the Arizona Department of Education FY25 release). Primary feeders are Cochise Elementary (A, 96.91 ADE points, located inside the community), Cocopah Middle School (A, 88.04 points), and Chaparral High School (A, 92.78 points). Addresses south of Via de Ventura feed Saguaro High School (A, 90.75 points) instead. Verify exact attendance by street address before any offer.

Is McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate safe?

Yes. McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate reports lower crime density than the Scottsdale citywide average, with an overall A-minus safety grade and 82nd percentile ranking among Maricopa County submarkets. Scottsdale Police Department provides single-agency jurisdiction across the entire community. Property crime concentrates in the boundary commercial corridors (not inside residential subdivisions), and gated sub-communities like Las Palomas report near-zero violent crime rates.

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McCormick Ranch Scottsdale Real Estate … Business & Commercial

The commercial market is anchored by the HonorHealth Shea hospital campus (inside the McCormick Ranch boundary), the four internal shopping centers (Seville, Paseo Village, Mountain View Plaza, Scottsdale Seville), and the three resort properties. Medical office, neighborhood retail, and restaurant space trade at premium rents because resident purchasing power is high and the captive customer base is large.

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McCormick Ranch commercial inventory (medical office, neighborhood retail, restaurant pads) trades among the most stable in Central Scottsdale because tenant quality stays high. Our dedicated full-time commercial agents cover this entire submarket.

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Methodology & Sources

Coverage area: ZIP 85258 primary, small portions of 85250. The 4,236-acre master plan from Indian Bend to Shea between Scottsdale and Hayden Roads, 67 subdivisions.

Data sources: Monthly closed-sale data verified across multiple sources. Public records, MRPOA, and city planning for boundaries. School ratings from official ADE FY25 A-F release (April 15, 2026). Crime data from CrimeGrade and Scottsdale Police.

Update cadence: Rebuilt monthly after prior-month closings finalize. June 2026 report runs on May 2026 closed data.

Author: Arizona Homes and Condos Realty. We intentionally do not list properties on this site … Arizona’s market changes too fast for static listing pages.

Last updated: June 12, 2026.

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