by Paul Slaybaugh | Jun 12, 2010 | McCormick Ranch Subdivisions
El Paseo is a McCormick Ranch patio home subdivision located at the SE corner of Hayden & Via Linda Rds in Scottsdale, AZ. Developed by Malouf between 1980-1984, these homes are hybrids between single-family detached properties and traditional attached townhouse/condo properties (El Paseo is legally classified as townhouse ownership). In essence, they are unique homes that have the look and feel of single family homes (with the exception of 1 common wall with neighbor), just without the expansive backyards that low-maintenance living enthusiasts abhor. Each El Paseo home does include of small, private backyard, many even with private pools, so they are ideal for those looking for the best of both ownership worlds: More privacy than a typical townhouse affords, and fewer maintenance headaches than a single family home entails (HOA maintains front yard).
Featuring 141 total homes, 136 are single-level (allowing for even more privacy) and 76 (54%) feature private swimming pools. Homes in the community average approximately 2012 square feet, feature frame-wood construction and 2 car garages. Zoned TH by the county (townhouse) and R-4 by the city (residential with minimum 4000 square foot lots), most El Paseo patio homes sit on a lot in the 6000-7000 square foot range.
View El Paseo (Malouf) models on the McCormick Ranch Home Floor Plans page
Surrounded by the more expensive single-family subdivisions of Estados De La Mancha and Playa Del Sur (amongst others), El Paseo offers a more affordable option for those looking to move into the North part of McCormick Ranch on a lesser budget. Within close proximity of the greenbelt (Camelback Walk), parks (Mountain View Park, in particular), lakes (Lake Angela, Lake Nino and Lake Margherite), restaurants (The Melting Pot, Zipps, Royal Barge, Joyful Chinese, Leccabaffi, Butters, etc), shops, golf (McCormick Ranch Golf Club – Palm and Pine Courses) and everything else McCormick Ranch has to offer, El Paseo appeals to people from all walks of life who like a little privacy stirred in with their low-maintenance living.
If you have been looking for a way to break into McCormick Ranch at a price you can afford, El Paseo might be just the ticket. Of course, if you are really attached to your weekly dates with the riding lawn mower, this might not be the neighborhood for you.
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by Paul Slaybaugh | Jun 12, 2010 | McCormick Ranch Subdivisions
Heritage Terrace in McCormick Ranch is amongst the homes that dot the Via Linda corridor between Via De Ventura and Hayden Rd. Located on the SW corner of Hayden and Via Linda, this Golden Heritage built subdivision abuts the Tierra Feliz, Mountain View East and Heritage Village (patio homes also built by Golden Heritage) neighborhoods. It falls within the Cochise Elementary, Cocopah Middle and Chaparral High School districts.
Of the 105 homes in Heritage Terrace, all 105 are single level and 92 (88%) feature private pools. The homes were built between 1980-1987 and average 2703 livable (heated and cooled) square feet. The homes are primarily block construction (some have an exposed block finish, while others are finished with stucco) with a mix of tile and asphalt shingle roofs. Zoned R-7 for lots no smaller than 7000 square feet, most properties fall on lots between 10,000-12,000 square feet, and actually reach as large as 20,000+ sq ft. Like the lion’s share of McCormick Ranch, 2 car garages are predominant, but Heritage Terrace in one of the few subdivisions where 3 car garages are available as well.
Amongst the relatively few plans that Golden Heritage built in Heritage Terrace, the most well known is the ubiquitous “Plan 40.” A popular seller at the time of initial development, the Plan 40 is still enticing today for its true master bedroom split (unique placement off the front bedroom is completely removed from the remaining bedrooms). While common in newer construction, the master split was still fairly avant garde in the late ’70s and early ’80s. Camelot offered a master split in its Embassy model (Vista De La Tierra, Palo Viento 2, Tierra Del Norte, Paradise Park Trails and Playa Del Sur subdivisions), as did Dix, Tarantini and a handful of other builders, typically in only one model per subdivision, but it was definitely not the norm. The lone drawback to the Plan 40 for some people is that the master location is directly off the front entry. While this is bothersome to some buyers, the lure of the added privacy more than mitigates this concern with most.
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Current pricing in Heritage Terrace at the time of this posting ranges from the upper $300,000s to the upper $600,000s (by in large, completely rebuilt properties have sold well in excess of that range).
A hop, skip and a jump from the famed walking paths of McCormick Ranch and the lakes, greenbelts, parks, golf courses, shopping, restaurants and other assorted amenities, Heritage Terrace sits in a highly desirable location. Within walking distance of Butters, Leccabafi, Joyful Chinese Dining, Busters on the Lake, Zipps Sports Grill, The Royal Barge, The Melting Pot and other McCormick Ranch favorites, Heritage Terrace is worth consideration from anyone looking to move into the McCormick Ranch area.
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by Paul Slaybaugh | Jun 10, 2010 | McCormick Ranch Subdivisions, Scottsdale Real Estate
One of a select few subdivisions in McCormick Ranch (and all of Scottsdale, for that matter) that boast waterfront property, the Island at McCormick Ranch neighborhood is a true gem. Hugging the banks of all three of McCormick Ranch’s primary lakes (Lake Margherite, Lake Nino and Lake Angela), the Island is a custom home subdivision which features single family homes of a wide variety of style and architecture.
With 85 improved lots in the neighborhood, there are 74 single-level homes and 11 two-story homes. Zoned R1-10 for 10,000 square foot lot minimums (approx. 1/4 acre), the average house size is 3288 square feet (per the county assessor). 72 of the homes (93%) feature private pools. There is one undeveloped lot left in the community that is privately owned. Sitting on the North bank with a view right down the throat of the Lake Margherite, a multi-million dollar property will eventually replace one of the last pieces of bare dirt in all of McCormick Ranch. Home prices are similar to those of the nearby waterfront community of Vista Del Lago, with lakefront properties commanding well in excess of $1 million (multi-million in some cases), and interior lots selling for considerably less. Most construction took place in the late 1970s through the early 1980s, but there have been homes built as recently as 1998.
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Though the island moniker is a bit of a misnomer, the subdivision is essentially a peninsula. Bordered by water on the North, South and East, the Island can only be accessed from Via Linda Rd at Del Camino (South entry) & Del Cadena (North entry).
The Island at McCormick Ranch falls within the Cochise Elementary / Cocopah Middle / Chaparral High School districts of the Scottsdale Unified School District.
Notable amenities, aside from the private boat dock privileges of those lucky residents with lake properties, include immediate access to the bike paths, fishing, boating, shops and restaurants of The Village and Mercado Del Lago centers (including Buster’s On the Lake, The Melting Pot, Chipotle, TCBY, Royal Barge Thai Cuisine, Zipps Bar & Grill and more), Camelback Walk (section of the multi-use path which traverses the McCormick Ranch golf course(s), neighborhood parks (Rotary Park & Mountain View Park are within walking distance), etc.
If you are drawn to both unique, custom homes and waterfront living, it doesn’t get much better than the Island at McCormick Ranch. While the lifestyle will not fit every budget, it is a fitting reward for those enterprising souls fortunate enough to call it home.
View of Lake Margherite from Via Linda
(The Island lies on the left bank, Vista Del Lago on the right)
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by Paul Slaybaugh | Jun 9, 2010 | McCormick Ranch Subdivisions
Estados De La Mancha in McCormick Ranch is a unique subdivision of semi-custom homes at the NE corner of the Hayden and Via Linda intersection. Coveted by many for the architectural uniqueness from one property to the next, the proximity to Cochise Elementary School (directly across from the subdivision’s Eastern boundary at 84th St) and the greenbelt / multi-use path system is similarly appealing.
While many of the homes were built by Tallaksen (original development of the subdivision began in 1979), homes have been built as recently as 1992 in Estados De La Mancha. Now completely built out, like most every other McCormick Ranch neighborhood, any new development will have to go up in the aftermath of a razed property. With extensive renovation dotting the area, the value of such a project can be supported (provided the budget is kept within reason, of course). The difference in style / layout from one house to the next is very appealing to the remodeler. After all, you can only do so much with a boxy plan that looks like every other house in the neighborhood.
Homes in Estados De La Mancha average 2778 square feet (approximately). Of the 91 homes, 83 (91%) feature private pools. 89 are single level, and there are two 2-story homes in the subdivision. There is a mix of flat and tile roofs. Zoned R-7 (one house per 7000 square ft minimum), most homes sit on lots in the 10,000-11,000 sq ft range.
Cochise Elementary School
In addition to Cochise Elementary, Estados De La Mancha falls within the district lines of Cocopah Middle School and Chaparral High School: perhaps the most sought after school trio in the entire Valley.
Following the greenbelt that lies just beyond the Cochise soccer fields, a jogger or bike rider can head East towards Mountain View Park, Mustang Library and Scottsdale Healthcare (Shea Campus), or West towards the McCormick Ranch lakes (Lake Angela, Lake Nino and Lake Margherite, restaurants (Buster’s On the Lake, The Melting Pot, Zipps, The Royal Barge, etc) and the McCormick Ranch Golf Club (Palm Course & Pine Course). Neighboring subdivisions include the El Paseo, Villa Hermosa, Playa Del Sur and Suggs Rancho McCormick.
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by Paul Slaybaugh | Jun 9, 2010 | McCormick Ranch Subdivisions
Tierra Feliz 3 in McCormick Ranch is one of several subdivisions under the “Tierra Feliz” moniker scattered throughout Scottsdale and NE Phoenix. Developed by Von Dix (Dix Construction Co), the homes of Tierra Feliz 3 lie amidst some of the most sought after Real Estate in all of Scottsdale. While by and large lacking the soaring vaulted ceilings that distinguish the properties in nearby subdivisions such as the Island at McCormick Ranch, Vista De La Tierra and Heritage Terrace, these homes are more palatable to the budget conscious as a result. Featuring durable block construction, many modern buyers actually prefer the flat ceilings due to the greater energy efficiency (those cathedral ceilings are not quite as beautiful when you open your first electric bill in July) and cost savings of cooling less total space.
Home to 78 improved lots, Tierra Feliz 3 homes average 2629 square feet. All 78 are single-level, and all but one have private swimming pools. Initial development took place in the late ’70s – early ’80s, while infill construction from another builder rounded out the subdivision in 1987 (these later homes were constructed with frame wood). As with other neighborhoods in McCormick Ranch, many properties have undergone extensive remodeling, nearly to the point of total reconstruction in a few instances. Zoned R-10 for a minimum of 10,000 square foot lots, parcels reach as large as 19,000 sq ft (approx).
Offering floor plans that range from approximately 1900-3700 square feet, Tierra Feliz offers options for many needs. The Mohawk model, in particular, is a popular plan. Named for two pitched sections of the roof which angle towards each other from the sides, this 2900 square footer (some were semi-customized and expanded) was the largest of the original Dix models. The split guest wing translates well to today’s buyer and remains tremendously appealing.
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What really makes Tierra Feliz 3 special is its location. Not that there is a bad spot anywhere in McCormick Ranch, but this neighborhood is a two minute stroll from Lake Angela, and another few minutes more from Lake Nino and Lake Margherite. There is no through traffic as the Western end of the subdivision terminates at the walking path that divides McCormick Ranch from Gainey Ranch. Many residents in the culdesacs along this edge, in addition to the even numbered homes on North 80th Place, have direct access to the path (and Rotary Park beyond) via private backyard gates.
As with all subdivisions in McCormick Ranch that fall North of the Via De Ventura boundary line, Tierra Feliz 3 lies within the highly coveted Cochise Elementary, Cocopah Middle and Chaparral High School Districts.
Visit our school page to read more about the Scottsdale Unified School District.
If you are moving to Scottsdale, it’s tough to beat the location and amenities of McCormick Ranch. And if you are moving to McCormick Ranch, you owe it to yourself to check out the homes of Tierra Feliz 3.
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by Paul Slaybaugh | Jun 9, 2010 | McCormick Ranch Subdivisions
Paradise Park Manor in McCormick Ranch boasts some of largest homes in Scottsdale’s first master-planned community. Developed (primarily) by the Von Dix Construction Co, there are two adjacent phases. The first phase of Paradise Park Manor is dotted with more infill custom homes than its sister, thereby increasing property values ever so slightly above those in the neighboring Paradise Park Manor 2. Both share similar amenities and boast immediate access to the greenbelt / walking path and predominantly boast Spanish architecture with tile roofs (with a few Tudor style homes thrown in for good measure). Lot sizes for both phases average around 1/4 acre (10,000-12,000 sq ft) in accordance with the R-10 zoning.
- The 64 homes in Paradise Park Manor 1 average 3335 square feet in size; 55 of which are single-level, and the remaining 9 two-stories. A whopping 62 (97%) have private pools. Homes in phase 1 were built between 1982-1984, with the most recent re-construction (tear-down of existing home and rebuild) occuring in 1998.
- The 99 homes in Paradise Park Manor 2 average 3418 square feet in size; 81 of which are single-level, and the remaining 19 two-stories. 97 of the 99 homes (98%) have private pools. Homes in phase 2 were built between 1980 and 1984.
- The 5 homes in the replat of lots 130-134 of Paradise Park Manor (custom infill in the original phase) are semi-custom properties that average 3554 square feet in size; 4 of which are single-level, and 1 is a two-story. All 5 properties have private pools. These homes were built between 1984 and 1986.
View the McCormick Ranch Home Floor Plan page to learn more about these houses.
Cochise Elementary School
Paradise Park Trails is bound by Arabian Trail on both the East and West (makes a semi-circle), Mountain View Road on the South and the community greenbelt to the North (runs just behind the last row of houses on E. Cheryl Dr). Neighboring subdivisions include Paradise Park Trails, Tierra Del Norte and Country Horizons. Directly across Mountain View Rd is Mountain View Park (complete with community rec center, tennis courts & basketball courts, soccer & baseball fields) and the adjoining Cochise Elementary School. The walking path which passes under Mountain View Road allows residents to access each (and the rest of McCormick Ranch beyond) without crossing a major street. While not located in the immediate vicinity of the community lakes, residents do have boating and fishing privileges as well. In addition to Cochise Elementary, the Paradise Park Manor neighborhood(s) fall within the Cocopah Middle School and Chaparral High School districts.
Cochise Elementary Fields
In addition to the numerous businesses and conveniences to be found along the Shea corridor, the shopping plaza at the corner of Hayden and Mountain View serves as a terrific neighborhood resource. In addition to the obligatory gas station, dry-cleaner and fast food joint (Burger King), there are a few great mom & pop style businesses. JP Pancake, not surprisingly, is a breakfast favorite, while Joyful Chinese Dining (formerly known as Eddie Chan’s Fine Dining) and Leccabaffi (Italian cuisine) take care of dinner. Ranch Pharmacy and Desert Tails Animal Clinic are noteworthy as well. To the immediate East, 90th St is notable for Home Depot, Petsmart, Barnes and Noble, Shea North Scottsdale Healthcare Facility (hospital) and additional dining establishments and places of business to numerous to count.
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