Scottsdale is known all around the world for its ultra-luxury resorts and exclusive, top-tier golf courses, so it is no surprise that it is a popular destination for those in search of an upscale place to call home. The city of Scottsdale features a number of elegant communities that offer amenities akin to those of a five-star hotel, though residents pay a pretty penny to live in these luxe locations. For prospective buyers with a taste for the finer things in life, Scottsdale’s most expensive neighborhoods are certainly worth consideration.

Silverleaf at DC Ranch

DC Ranch is one of the most highly sought-after master-planned communities in all of Scottsdale, and Silverleaf at DC Ranch is one of its most exclusive neighborhoods. The gated community, made up of a combination of custom and semi-custom homes is beloved for its perfectly manicured grounds and the wealth of gardens, fountains, and parks it offers. Silverleaf is also home to a vast array of excellent amenities, among which are two community centers, swimming pools, fitness rooms, playgrounds, sports courts, and a community theater. All of the neighborhoods within the master-planned community of DC Ranch are connected by over 33 miles of beautiful walking paths, and a selection of shopping and dining are located all within a short distance. The homes within Silverleaf at DC Ranch feature two to eight bedrooms and up to 11 bathrooms. Prices start in the $2M range, though some larger custom estates are priced as high as $28M.

Canyon Heights

Canyon Heights is a gated community located at the base of the McDowell Mountains made up of 23 custom homes on large lots that offer highly-coveted views as well as plenty of privacy. Homes within the Canyon Heights community range in size between 5,000 and more than 7,000 square feet, and many homes also have the necessary features to accommodate horses. Excellent shopping, dining, entertainment, and medical services are all within a few minutes’ drive of Canyon Heights, as is the 101 freeway which provides easy access to the greater Scottsdale area. Home prices at Canyon Heights range between $3M and nearly $17M.

Pinnacle Peak Heights

Pinnacle Peak Heights is a community of upscale luxury homes on large lots with stunning views of the McDowell Mountains. Pinnacle Peak Heights homes range in size between 5,000 square feet and over 8,300 square feet and feature up to five bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Expansive yards allow space for large, landscaped gardens, tennis or pickleball courts, private swimming pools, covered patios and fire pits. Homes within the Pinnacle Peak Heights community fetch prices ranging between the high $2M and the low $6M, though some home buyers may prefer to purchase a plot of land upon which a fully custom home can be built from scratch.

Troon Canyon Estates

Troon Canyon Estates is a lavish and exclusive upscale neighborhood made up of eleven stunning estate homes delivering a desert modern prairie aesthetic not far from the beaten path of Downtown Scottsdale. Residents sit atop large homesites, many of which are more than two acres and offer room for up to four-car garages. Homes feature five bedrooms, five and a half bathrooms, ranging in size between 6,000 square feet and 7,000 square feet. Prospective buyers can anticipate prices that fall between the mid $6M and mid $7M.

Desert Mountain

Desert Mountain is a gated community located only a short distance from the heart of Downtown Scottsdale that offers all of the luxuries of a world-class resort. Desert Mountain’s wide array of amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, expansive nature preserves, on-site spa, and miles of trails for hiking and biking. Residents have the option to join the member-owned Desert Mountain Club, which opens up access to esteemed golf courses, among other elite amenities. Homes within the Desert Mountain community have two to six bedrooms and between two and a half and five and a half bathrooms, ranging in size between just over 2,000 square feet and over 7,500 square feet. Prospective buyers can anticipate prices starting in the high $900s, with more expansive homes priced into the mid $8M.