Scottsdale, Arizona is home to many of the county’s finest luxury resorts, and fortunately for residents that luxury lifestyle is one that is attainable year-round. Many of the area’s most elegant, upscale communities offer resort-style amenities that seamlessly blend the very best of a relaxing Arizona vacation and the cozy feeling of being right at home. From expansive swimming pools to world-class fitness centers to miles upon miles of hiking and biking trails, these Scottsdale condominium communities provide the area’s best amenities all within steps from your front door.

Ascent at The Phoenician

The Phoenician is undeniably one of the most highly regarded luxury resorts in the country, if not the world, so it only makes sense that the condominium community of Ascent at The Phoenician is equally luxe. Ascent is made up of sixty condos situated at the base of Camelback Mountain, and homeowners within the community have access to The Mountain Club, a residents-only community lush with amenities. The Mountain Club is home to an expansive pool, fitness center, social spaces, and demonstration kitchen, not to mention breathtaking views. Ascent’s location also makes it a prime destination for those who enjoy a good hike or trail run. Homes within the Ascent community feature two or three bedrooms and two and a half or three and a half bathrooms. Prices start in the high $1M and go up to just shy of $3M.

Icon at Silverleaf

Delivering stunning views of the McDowell Mountains, the condominium community of Icon at Silverleaf is the pinnacle of luxury living. Residents can enjoy a wealth of amenities that include a guarded gate manned round-the-clock, semi-private elevators with private vestibules, a resort-style pool with spa and community fire pit, more than three dozen community parks, and miles upon miles of walking trails that offer endless natural beauty. Each of the homes within the Icon community are single-story and feature open-concept layouts and high-end luxury finishes. Icon at Silverleaf is made up of two, three, and five-bedroom residences as well as a four-bedroom penthouse, and homes range between 2,752 square feet and 6,288 square feet. Home prices start in the mid $2M, with the luxurious penthouse unit priced well over $7M.

Scottsdale Waterfront Residences

At thirteen stories tall, Scottsdale Waterfront Residences is a beacon of upscale living that offers residents easy access to the very best that Scottsdale has to offer. The condominium community is located only a short distance from more than 500 retail stores and over 100 restaurants, and it also happens to be rich with world-class amenities. Residents can enjoy the building’s rooftop pool, spa, barbeque area and outdoor kitchen, community club room, fitness center, wine locks, and valet parking in addition to round-the-clock security. Homes within the community vary in size between 1,000 square feet and more than 4,500 square feet, and prices range between the mid $1M and more than $5M.

Optima Kierland

Optima Kierland is a community of condominiums made up of four twelve-story towers that are home to 220 individual residences. Condos in the Optima Kierland community feature between one and four bedrooms, and residents can take advantage of a number of shared amenities that are reminiscent of a five-star resort. Some of Optima Kierland’s luxurious amenities include an expansive fitness center, yoga room, indoor basketball court, rooftop decks replete with stunning views, heated pool, sauna, and barbeque areas that are perfect for entertaining. Prospective buyers can anticipate prices to vary, starting in the low $700s for a one-bedroom home and going up to nearly $4M for larger four-bedroom units.

Portico Condominiums

Made up of nine buildings spread across 5.4 acres, Portico Condominiums is an exclusive modern community rich without outdoor living spaces, beautiful mountain views, and the finest luxury amenities. Portico is home to a state-of-the-art fitness center, clubhouse designed for social gatherings, outdoor pool, hot tub, sun deck, dog park complete with dog run, firepit, and spa. Homes within the Portico community feature three or four bedrooms, and floorplans range between 2,000 and 3,000 square feet. Home prices at Portico span the $1M range depending on the size of the unit as well as the views.