When it comes to looking for a home in Scottsdale, homebuyers have a myriad of options. The year-round fantastic weather is enough to attract anyone with a love of nature looking for a comfortable lifestyle. However, further enticing are the plethora of appealing neighborhoods, each with its own unique features, all scattered throughout this gorgeous desert city just east of Phoenix. Scottsdale is known as “The World’s Finest Golf Destination,” and its reputation is evident in its abundance of luxury resorts and premiere golf courses.

Troon Country Club

Troon Village is a gated community situated on Troon Mountain in Scottsdale. It is made up of various neighborhoods and is home to Troon Country Club. This private club prides itself on being a sanctuary away from the stress of everyday life and promotes connectedness and camaraderie among its members. To relax and unwind, it features not only an 18-hole golf course, but a pool, a tennis complex, a fitness center and copious social activities. The homes here vary in style and size from townhomes to custom mountainside estates. Because of its closeness to Pinnacle Peak, the views are spectacular, and hiking trails abound. Homes in Troon Village range in price from $460K to $8M.

Desert Mountain Club

Located in North Scottsdale is Desert Mountain, an 8,000 acre, guard-gated luxury community. Known as a sanctuary in the Sonoran Desert, the community is home to seven golf courses, six of which were designed by Jack Nicklaus, and seven clubhouses, a fitness center with spa, a state of the art tennis complex, multiple swimming pools, parks and trails. The houses vary widely in style and size, offering something for everyone. From quaint casitas nestled in the hillside to jaw-dropping mountainside estates with stunning views, swimming pools and elegantly xeriscaped grounds, golf enthusiasts are sure to find the perfect home amidst this fabulous community. Homebuyers can expect a median home price of $2.3M.

Mirabel

Situated in far North Scottsdale at 3,000 feet, Mirabel is a private community consisting of 713 acres. Residents enjoy cooler temperatures in the warmer months due to the altitude along with stunning views of Pinnacle Peak and the city lights of Scottsdale and Phoenix. Mirabel prides itself on being a unique luxury golf community. The residents of Mirabel are close knit, cultivating a small-town feeling, while the Sonoran Desert tranquility gives way to an active lifestyle and extensive social activities. The private Mirabel Clubhouse is Frank Lloyd Wright inspired and features a Tom Fazio-designed course, as well as bountiful amenities, including tennis, a pool and an array of dining opportunities. Homes in Mirabel start at $1.5M.

Estancia

Located just north of Pinnacle Peak in North Scottsdale is the exclusive community of Estancia. This 640-acre community features 223 homesites ranging from under an acre to 3 acres and 39 villas. Residents have the option to join the private golf club at Estancia, with its 18-holes, tennis facilities, swimming pool, fitness club, and elegant clubhouse. Casual-to-fine dining options are available. There are some smaller La Scala lot sizes located closer to the club, but the majority of the Estancia homes are dazzling custom estates that boldly defy uniformity in their unique styles. Estancia homes begin at roughly $1.3M.

McDowell Mountain Ranch

At the foothills of the McDowell Mountains lies an award-winning 3,200-acre North Scottsdale community that has something for everyone. McDowell Mountain Ranch is a master-planned community that is made up of 26 neighborhoods, containing approximately 4000 homes that vary widely in size, style and price range. McDowell Mountain Golf Club is one of the most popular public golf courses in the valley and caters to golfers of all abilities. Residents who relish an outdoor lifestyle can also enjoy the multitudes of mountain trails, a 5-acre park, two heated community pools and spas and more. The median price for a home in McDowell Mountain Ranch is $1M.