Luxury Homes for Sale in Cave Creek, Arizona

Cave Creek is a northern Valley town with a strong Western identity, wide-open desert and a lot of horse properties. It sits north of Phoenix and Scottsdale, next to Carefree, and is a popular pick for buyers who want space and a country feel. These are the newest homes for sale in Cave Creek listed at $1,250,000 and above. There is no single definition of a luxury home, so I use this price point as a starting place for this area.

Buying at Higher Price Points

At higher price points, lot, views, privacy, finishes and amenities can vary widely, and terms and timing can matter as much as price. Having an experienced agent on your side helps you compare properties and structure an offer that protects your interests.

Before You Buy

Every luxury home is different, so plan on detailed inspections and a careful review of the HOA documents, if any, before you make an offer.

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Cave Creek luxury homes: questions people ask

Can you keep horses on a Cave Creek property?
Yes, on Desert Rural (DR) zoned land, where the Town allows horses and other livestock when the owner has at least two contiguous acres. The Town's DR districts are DR-43, DR-70, DR-89 and DR-190, named for minimum lot sizes from 43,000 to 190,000 square feet. Check the parcel's zoning on the Town zoning map before you make an offer, or browse horse property homes and Cave Creek acreage homes.

Can you build a guest house or casita on a Cave Creek lot?
It depends on zoning, because the Town allows detached accessory living quarters only in its Desert Rural (DR) zones. The zoning ordinance does not allow detached accessory living quarters in the Single Residence zones. Confirm the zoning and any HOA rules for a specific lot with the Town Planning Department before you plan a casita.

Does Cave Creek have outdoor lighting rules?
Yes, Cave Creek's zoning ordinance limits outdoor lighting to protect its dark night skies. The Town says fixtures must be fully shielded and aimed downward so the bulb is not visible, and dusk-to-dawn lights are prohibited. Wall and building mounted lights cannot be higher than ten feet.

What is Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area?
Spur Cross Ranch is a 2,154 acre conservation and limited-use recreation area in northern Cave Creek. It has eight trails, including a segment of the Maricopa Trail, open to hiking, biking and horseback riding. Read more on our Moving to Cave Creek page.

What should you know before building a custom home on vacant land in Cave Creek?
Expect Town review of the site plan, native plants and slope before a building permit is issued. Land with a natural slope of 15 percent or more falls under the Town's hillside rules, which limit land disturbance and require a Zoning Clearance first, and homes are capped at two stories and 25 feet from original natural grade. The Town also requires a native plant inventory and a salvage inventory of cacti such as saguaros in the disturbance area.

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Newest Luxury Homes in Cave Creek ($1,250,000+)

$1,750,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7103836 MLS ⋅ 4,045 SqFt.

Sweeping Black Mountain views rise like a desert mural beyond this vibrant, freshly renovated retreat. Dramatically high ceilings and expansive windows frame the scenery, while a richly layered Ralph Lauren-inspired palette brings warmth and sophistication. Highlights include a luxurious primary suite with custom bath cabinetry, counters, fixtures, lighting, and an organized closet; a refreshed secondary bath; renovated kitchen, newer appliances; new A/C units, pool equipment, oversized sliders, owned solar and automated window coverings. The garage features high-end cabinetry, epoxy floors, and expanded storage. Refreshed low-maintenance landscaping creates effortless lock-and-leave living. No HOA--and just steps from Cave Creek's music venues, eclectic shops, and acclaimed restaurants.

6601 E Military Road, Cave Creek

$1,749,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7103224 MLS ⋅ 3,460 SqFt.

Custom contemporary home in Cave Creek's Estado de Cholla, built in 2018 on over an acre near North Scottsdale. This 3,460 SF residence offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a pool, no HOA, and a cooled 3-car garage with EV charger. A striking glass-and-iron entry door creates a memorable first impression from the front courtyard. Stacking glass doors open to paver patios and outdoor living spaces. A whole-home Lutron system illuminates clean lines, expansive art walls, and refined interiors. The kitchen features European-style cabinetry that is both esthetic and functional. The generous lot offers room to add an RV garage. For buyers who have been searching for contemporary architecture rather than another traditional desert home, Quailbrush Retreat offers an entirely different point of view. There's something particularly compelling about a home that doesn't look like everything else around it. At Quailbrush Retreat, contemporary architecture takes a different approach to the traditional Cave Creek aesthetic, with clean lines, generous proportions, and interiors that invite individual expression. The architectural details begin before you enter. A striking glass-and-iron front door creates a memorable arrival from the private courtyard, introducing a home where design is evident in even the smallest details. Consistent tile flooring creates a visual connection throughout the interior, while expansive stacking glass doors extend the living spaces to generous paver patios, the pool, and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. For the art enthusiast, the possibilities are immediately apparent. Expansive white walls provide a beautiful backdrop for a treasured collection, while carefully placed art lighting creates opportunities to showcase everything from large-scale contemporary pieces to photography and sculpture. The builder's European background in electrical design is evident in the sophisticated lighting, enhanced by a whole-home Lutron system that allows the atmosphere to change throughout the day and evening. Even without a significant art collection, the architectural simplicity gives buyers the freedom to make the interiors distinctly their own. The kitchen continues that attention to detail. A substantial island anchors the space, surrounded by European-style cabinetry, built-in refrigeration, a beverage refrigerator, appliance garage, pot filler, and a streamlined backsplash with concealed outlets. Just beyond the kitchen, an exceptionally large walk-in pantry provides an abundance of storage, keeping the kitchen's clean aesthetic intact without compromising functionality. The floor plan balances generous living areas with well-defined private spaces, and it's here that the home reveals some of its most interesting possibilities. One bedroom has a separate entrance accessible from the driveway, making it particularly well suited for a home office where clients or visitors can come and go without passing through the main residence. Another bedroom is ensuite with direct access to the pool, creating a wonderful arrangement for visiting guests who can enjoy the outdoor spaces right from their room. The primary suite is equally thoughtful, featuring a soaking tub, dual-entry walk-in shower, and a custom-designed walk-in closet with its own washer and dryer. The home also includes a separate, generously sized laundry room with built-in cabinetry, providing substantial space for household organization and storage. These are the kinds of practical details that may not immediately catch your attention, but make a meaningful difference in everyday life. The home's functionality extends to the three-car garage, equipped with a mini-split cooling system and EV charger. Natural gas is available at the property, although not currently connected, and the home is plumbed for gas with a stub at the cooktop. With more than an acre of land and no HOA, the property also offers room to add a detached RV garage, subject to applicable approvals. For an RV owner, automobile enthusiast, or someone seeking additional enclosed storage, this presents an opportunity to further customize the property. Minutes from Cave Creek's distinctive western town atmosphere, with convenient access to North Scottsdale, golf, hiking, dining, and shopping, Quailbrush Retreat offers a combination of contemporary design, individual character, and practical features that make it worth experiencing firsthand.

4717 E Quailbrush Road, Cave Creek

$1,490,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7103195 MLS ⋅ 2,404 SqFt.

Beautifully designed custom home on 2.273 acres in Cave Creek, offering exceptional privacy and unobstructed foothill views. With 2,404 square feet, 3 bedrooms plus a den, and 2.5 baths, this home features quality craftsmanship, custom finishes, solid surface countertops, and an expansive walk-in pantry. The spacious primary suite includes a luxurious steam shower and built-in soaking tub. Generous covered patios provide the perfect setting to enjoy Arizona sunsets and mountain views. An oversized heated and cooled garage adds versatility, while a private well offers added independence. A unique opportunity to enjoy acreage, privacy, and refined desert living in Cave Creek. Owners are related to listing agent

39436 N 26th Street, Cave Creek

$2,500,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7100569 MLS ⋅ 4,471 SqFt.

Set on 5 private hillside acres overlooking Cave Creek, this single-level custom home offers the kind of quiet and views that are hard to find. Mornings open to Black Mountain and the Cave Creek Mountains, evenings bring some of the best sunsets in the desert, and at night the city lights glow in the distance. A home with views like these, on land this private, rarely comes to market. There's no HOA, and the home has a brand-new roof. The 4 bed, 4.5 bath, 4,471 sq ft split floor plan gives the owner's suite its own wing, with 3 ensuite guest suites and an office on the other side, giving everyone their own space. The kitchen features a Thermador oven and microwave, a Wolf induction stovetop and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. The heated pool and spa have updated equipment and a new Pebble Tec finish and tile. Carefully maintained and updated, it has brand-new well pumps, solar, EV charging, Starlink Business internet, a new energy-efficient water heater and washer/dryer, new Nest smoke/CO detectors and freshly filled propane tanks. Recent improvements also include new paint, LED lighting throughout, remote-controlled blinds, new garage doors with camera-equipped openers, new landscaping, deck boxes, a custom front fountain and resealed vigas. Hiking trails are about 10 minutes away, and so is downtown Cave Creek, a genuine Old West town with saloons, live music, local restaurants, galleries and shops, where you may still see horses tied up out front. Deer, owls, javelinas, roadrunners and hummingbirds are regular visitors, and Nacho Libre, the neighbors' donkey at the bottom of the hill, is a local favorite.

5040 E Rockaway Hills Drive, Cave Creek

$1,599,999

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7100367 MLS ⋅ 4,094 SqFt.

Private Cave Creek retreat on 2.14 acres with sweeping mountain views. Enter through the electric gate to a single-level home with an arched front porch. Inside, a see-through fireplace anchors the open great room, and the chef's kitchen features a large island, gas cooktop, double ovens and built-in refrigerator. Entertain in the game room, bar lounge with wine wall, and family room with sliding barn doors. The primary suite offers a spa-style bath with freestanding tub and walk-in shower. Step outside to a resort-style backyard with pool, spa, fire pit, pergola dining and covered patios, all surrounded by saguaros and open desert. Minutes to Cave Creek and Carefree dining, trails and shopping. Space, privacy and modern comfort in the North Valley.

35201 N 51st Street, Cave Creek

$1,375,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7100257 MLS ⋅ 3,026 SqFt.

Experience desert living at its finest in this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom Cave Creek home, situated on a desirable acre-plus corner lot with panoramic mountain views! This spacious single-level residence offers an impressive combination of modern upgrades and outdoor amenities. The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, double ovens, a gas cooktop, walk-in pantry, and island. Wood-look tile flooring flows throughout the home, complemented by a fireplace that adds warmth and character. The spacious primary suite features a beautifully remodeled walk-in closet and separate shower and soaking tub. Step outside to your private backyard retreat, complete with a resort-style pool and spa and lush privacy hedges, perfect for entertaining while enjoying Arizona's breathtaking sunsets. The rooftop observation deck offers stunning 360-degree desert and mountain views. Additional highlights include an owned solar system, a 3-car garage, and ample space for potential RV parking. With thoughtful upgrades and an exceptional Sonoran Desert setting, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and Arizona living!

4661 E Rockrose Drive, Cave Creek

$1,395,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7099677 MLS ⋅ 3,138 SqFt.

Discover Cave Creek living at its finest with this beautifully updated custom adobe home on just under an acre in Estado de Cholla, with NO HOA! 4 bed/3 bath, 3,138 sq ft, split floor plan, oversized 3-car garage and RV/boat parking with a side gate. A horseshoe paver driveway and custom bridge lead to a gated courtyard and wood double door entry, opening to travertine floors, wood columns and a formal living room with a stone-surround fireplace. Formal dining room and a family room with a custom paneled wall, fireplace, built-ins and french doors to the backyard. The remodeled kitchen is a showpiece, featuring a quartz island, new appliances, wood cabinetry and a beverage nook, open to the dining and family areas. The large primary suite is a true retreat, with a private backyard exit, custom paneled wall, walk-in closet with built-ins and a remodeled bath with freestanding soaking tub and walk-in shower. All three bathrooms were remodeled in 2023 with raised sinks. Plantation shutters throughout. Solid 4x6 construction for added insulation and energy efficiency. Out back is where this home really shines. The north-facing covered patio overlooks the heated pool and spa, huge grass area, pavered patio and outdoor fireplace, with mountain views to enjoy from sunrise to sunset. Updates: AC (2023), hot water heater (2024), water softener (2021), exterior paint (2025), interior paint (2022), gutters. Space, privacy, and no HOA, this Sonoran desert gem has it all! *Information provided by third-party is deemed to be reliable, but is not guaranteed. Recipient to verify all facts independently.

4686 E Quailbrush Road, Cave Creek

$1,695,000

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7099119 MLS ⋅ 3,478 SqFt.

Welcome to a truly special property offering style, comfort, versatility & mountain views! The recently remodeled main home shines with fresh updates throughout, including new gorgeous Cafe appliances, flooring, cabinetry, lighting, countertops, Anderson windows, interior and exterior doors. Thoughtfully refreshed and ready to enjoy, this home offers a welcoming atmosphere with modern touches & everyday comfort. Adding exceptional value and flexibility is the full guest house, featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a complete kitchen, and a comfortable living room with panoramic doors that create a beautiful connection to the outdoors. Perfect for extended family, guests, a private retreat, or a potential multigenerational living arrangement, this separate space offers endless possibilitie Home shows as brand new home. Main home is 2288 square feet and Guest House is 1290 square feet. With extensive improvements to the main home and the added benefit of a spacious, fully equipped guest house, this unique property is ready to welcome you home! Additional features include a Chicken Coop and large storage shed. Plenty of room for all your toys.

6306 E Old West Way, Cave Creek

$1,298,000

6 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7097453 MLS ⋅ 3,602 SqFt.

Discover exceptional desert living in this exquisite estate nestled on 1.2 acres on a private cul-de-sac w/STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Thoughtfully designed SPLIT FLOORPLAN features soaring ceilings, tile flooring & a chef's kitchen opening to a cozy living room w/fireplace. Versatile front room accommodates a regulation-size pool table & is plumbed for a wet bar. Attached CASITA offers private living quarters w/bedroom, bath, kitchenette & patio. Well-appointed secondary bedrooms include a Jack & Jill bath. BRAND NEW ROOF! Enjoy a fenced backyard w/POOL. The expansive property line extends well beyond the fence, offering endless possibilities for a sport court, outdoor retreat or HORSE facilities. OVERSIZED GARAGE w/room for RV parking. $5K CREDIT from seller offered towards upgrades. (MORE) RV amenities include 11'4" garage door, 50-amp service & RV dump. CENTRAL VACUUM, NEW POOL PUMP MOTOR (2026) & FRESH INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINT! Casita can be closed off for fully separate living space.

36615 N 25th Street, Cave Creek

$2,650,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 7097429 MLS ⋅ 5,000 SqFt.

PRIVATE DESERT RETREAT | PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS | STRIKING CONTEMPORARY ARCHITECTURE Tucked away in the scenic desert landscape of Cave Creek, this luxury contemporary estate offers a rare combination of architectural character, privacy, and breathtaking mountain views. Completely taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2020, the home was thoughtfully designed to embrace its natural surroundings, with striking contemporary design, expansive walls of glass, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. With a split floor plan, the interior showcases custom luxury finishes and thoughtfully designed living spaces, and dual primary suites each with direct pool access, sitting rooms, and exterior entrance access. The stunning main retreat is complete with a private mountain-view deck. Situated on over 2 acres, the backyard is an entertainer's dream, designed for everything from intimate evenings around the fire pit to unforgettable gatherings with family and friends. Spend sunny afternoons lounging by the resort-style pool, unwind in the handpainted courtyard beneath the desert sky, or host dinner outdoors with the mountains as your backdrop. An outdoor kitchen, dining area, and shaded gazebo complete this exceptional outdoor setting. An extended four-car garage and circular driveway add to the property's functionality. Here, privacy and seclusion meet convenience, with Cave Creek's charming restaurants, boutiques, art galleries, and scenic trails just minutes away. A truly distinctive contemporary masterpiece hidden in the desert. From its remarkable architecture to its breathtaking surroundings, this is a property that must be experienced in person to truly appreciate

39402 N 67th Place, Cave Creek

$2,000,000

5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7096437 MLS ⋅ 4,620 SqFt.

A private courtyard casita with its own entrance and kitchenette sets this Cave Creek luxury home apart. Mountain views and high-end finishes carry throughout, including custom stone and tile, architectural feature walls and statement lighting. The main home offers a first-floor primary suite, gym, three-car garage, upstairs loft, media room and flex room with bedroom potential. The chef's kitchen features custom cabinetry, two veined-stone waterfall islands, Wolf cooking appliances, a Cove dishwasher and Sub-Zero refrigeration. The great room has a four-panel slider, stone fireplace and lighted built-ins; the dining room features dimensional tile. Spa-inspired baths showcase AXOR, RONBOW, TOTO and GROHE fixtures. The backyard features a pool, covered patio with misting, outdoor kitchen

5430 E Palo Brea Lane, Cave Creek

$1,437,500

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7096356 MLS ⋅ 4,006 SqFt.

Beautiful 5 Bedroom/3 Bathroom home in Cave Creek with a $100k solar system(minimal electric bills) & many updates! This spacious home offers a large private lot (over 1/2 acre), open concept that is great for entertaining, and 3-car-garge, & a gated/secluded community. Right when you walk in, you will fall in love with the wide plank wood floors, high ceilings & natural lighting. The Great Room features a beautiful fireplace, windows overlooking the backyard, and plenty of space for relaxing or hosting guests. The bottom floor also showcases the Formal Living Room, Master Suite & additional room/bathroom. Upstairs has 3 large bedrooms, a full bathroom, loft with pool table overlooking the Great Room, & a patio overlooking the backyard which also gives a stunning view of sunsets.

6101 E Almeda Court, Cave Creek

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