38601 North Rising Sun Road
Description
Set within an exclusive gated community in Carefree, this beautifully updated single-level Santa Fe residence offers a rare combination of privacy, sophistication, and relaxed Arizona living. Positioned on a coveted corner lot spanning more than ¾ acre, the property unfolds around charming courtyards and delivers an exceptional indoor-outdoor lifestyle with ample room to create a private pool oasis. Extensively updated with a refined designer...Timeless Santa Fe Elegance Meets Effortless Desert Luxury
Set within an exclusive gated community in Carefree, this beautifully updated single-level Santa Fe residence offers a rare combination of privacy, sophistication, and relaxed Arizona living. Positioned on a coveted corner lot spanning more than ¾ acre, the property unfolds around charming courtyards and delivers an exceptional indoor-outdoor lifestyle with ample room to create a private pool oasis. Extensively updated with a refined designer aesthetic, the residence features a thoughtfully appointed main home with a spacious primary suite, two additional bedrooms, and a separate casita that is ideal for visiting family, overnight guests, or a private retreat. The kitchen, has been elevated with new custom cabinetry and updated appliances, while the laundry room also features new cabinetry for beautifully organized functionality. The primary bath has been tastefully updated, complemented throughout the residence by upgraded lighting, solar shades, and stylish window coverings. Architectural character and modern comfort blend seamlessly, creating a home that feels both timeless and thoroughly current. The generous floor plan, all on one level, is designed for gracious entertaining and easy everyday living. A standout opportunity for the discerning buyer, the residence is offered with the designer/decorator furnishings, allowing for a truly turnkey transition into the Carefree lifestyle. A spacious three-car garage provides abundant parking and storage, while the expansive lot offers exceptional flexibility for future outdoor enhancements. From its welcoming courtyard and Santa Fe-inspired architecture to its beautifully curated interiors, private casita, generous homesite, and coveted gated setting, this is a distinctive desert residence designed for elegant living in one of Carefree's most desirable enclaves.
- Listed by: Janet Bussell-Eriksson 928.533.2445 janet@sjluxuryre.com Brokerage DRE #LC654107003 • RealtyONEGroup Mountain Desert
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1Property Information for 38601 North Rising Sun Road
- Taxes: $2,672 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Maricopa County
- Architectural Style: Territorial/Santa Fe
- Subdivision Name: CROSSINGS AT CAREFREE 2
- View: Desert, Trees/Woods, Mountain(s)
- View YN: Yes
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 1998
- Lot Size: 0.86 AC / 37,592 SF
- Unparsed Address: 38601 N RISING SUN Road, Carefree, AZ 85377
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Door 32in+ Wide, Zero-Grade Entry, Lever Handles, Bath Raised Toilet
- City: Carefree
- Coordinates: -111.918856, 33.835927
- Country: US
- County Or Parish: Maricopa
- Cross Street: Cave Creek & Tom Darlington
- Directions: From E. Cave Creek Road, turn onto E Sundance Trail; go to end then left on N. Tranquil Trail; then take a left on Rising Sun to the gate (cross E Stevens Road). Gate Code is Required. House is the first driveway right after you enter the gate on the right. Address is on stone wall left of driveway. Sign and post not up yet.
- Latitude: 33.835927
- Longitude: -111.918856
- Postal City: Carefree
- Postal Code: 85377
- Postal Code Plus4: 4365
- State Or Province: AZ
- Street Suffix: Road
- Year Built: 1,998
- Assocsp Rules Infoco Petssp OK splparen Seesp Rmrks rparen: Yes
- Association Fee: $720.00
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Street Maint
- Association Name: Crossings Carefree 2
- Association Phone: 480-993-2344
- Association YN: Yes
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,672.00
- Tax Book Number: 216.00
- Tax Legal Description: LOT 29 CROSSINGS AT CAREFREE 2 MCR 040433
- Tax Lot: 29
- Tax Map Number: 21.00
- Tax Year: 2,025
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Covered Spaces: 3
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage YN: Yes
- Open Parking Spaces: 2
- Open Parking YN: Yes
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attch'd Gar Cabinets, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Elementary School: Cave Creek Academy of Excellence
- Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
- High School: Cave Creek Academy of Excellence
- High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
- Middle Or Junior School: Black Mountain Elementary School
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.tourfactory.com/idxr3252776/r_ARMLS
- Building Area Total: 3,069
- Building Area Units: Square Feet
- Living Area: 3069.0
- Living Area Source: Assessor
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Features: North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Corner Lot, Desert Back, Desert Front, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back
- Lot Size Acres: 0.86
- Lot Size Area: 37592.0
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Square Feet: 37592.0
- Lot Size Units: Square Feet
- Propertysp Descriptionco Cornersp Lot4: Yes
- Propertysp Descriptionco North Southsp Exposure: Yes
- Access Code: #6549
- Builder Name: Custom
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail
- Documents Change Timestamp: 09-18-2026 01:22:47 AM
- Documents Count: 4
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Parcel Number: 21621008
- Possible Use: None
- Property Attached YN: No
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Public Survey Range: 4E
- Public Survey Section: 26
- Public Survey Township: 6N
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Paved
- Green Energy Efficient: Multi-Zones
- Electric On Property YN: Yes
- Sewer: Septic in & Cnctd, Septic Tank
- Utilities: Phone Available
- Water Source: Pvt Water Company
- Community Features: Gated
- Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame
- Exterior Features: Built-in Barbecue
- Fencing: Front Yard, Back Yard, Block
- Horse YN: No
- Patio And Porch Features: Built-in Barbecue
- Pool Private YN: No
- Roof: Foam, Rolled/Hot Mop
- Security Features: Security System Owned
- Stories Total: 1
- Kitchensp Featuresco Builthypheninsp Microwave: Yes
- Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
- Bedrooms Possible: 4
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat
- Cooling YN: Yes
- Fireplace Features: Two Way Fireplace, Exterior Fireplace, Living Room, Gas
- Fireplace YN: Yes
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone
- Heating: Zoned, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ceiling
- Heating YN: Yes
- Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Furnished(See Rmrks), No Interior Steps, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Laundry Features: Inside
- Spa Features: None
- Window Features: Screens, Dual Pane
- Number of Interior Levels: 1.0
- Mastersp Bedroomco Split: Yes
- Othersp Roomsco Greatsp Room: Yes
- Othersp Roomsco Guestsp Qtrshyphen Sepsp Entrn: Yes
- Rooms Total: 0
- Land Lease YN: No
Property History for 38601 North Rising Sun Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #7081260 | $1,399,000 | — |
| Sep 30, 2020 | Sold ARMLS #6123473 | $860,000 | — |
| Sep 25, 2020 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #678575970 | $860,000 | -2.1% / yr |
| Sep 15, 2020 | Pending ARMLS #6123473 | — | |
| Aug 27, 2020 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #6123473 | $900,000 | — |
| Aug 1, 2006 | Sold ARMLS #2489467 | $1,157,000 | — |
| Jul 6, 2006 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #199570127 | $1,157,000 | +6.3% / yr |
| Mar 26, 2006 | Pending ARMLS #2489467 | — | |
| Mar 13, 2006 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #2489467 | $1,195,000 | — |
| Nov 30, 2005 | Sold ARMLS #2396750 | $1,150,000 | — |
| Nov 28, 2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #168947876 | $1,115,500 | — |
| Oct 9, 2005 | Pending ARMLS #2396750 | — | |
| Oct 5, 2005 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #2396750 | $1,150,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/18/2026 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #7081260 | $1,399,000 |
| 09/30/2020 | Sold ARMLS #6123473 | $860,000 |
| 09/25/2020 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #678575970 | $860,000 -2.1% / yr |
| 09/15/2020 | Pending ARMLS #6123473 | — |
| 08/27/2020 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #6123473 | $900,000 |
| 08/01/2006 | Sold ARMLS #2489467 | $1,157,000 |
| 07/06/2006 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #199570127 | $1,157,000 +6.3% / yr |
| 03/26/2006 | Pending ARMLS #2489467 | — |
| 03/13/2006 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #2489467 | $1,195,000 |
| 11/30/2005 | Sold ARMLS #2396750 | $1,150,000 |
| 11/28/2005 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #168947876 | $1,115,500 |
| 10/09/2005 | Pending ARMLS #2396750 | — |
| 10/05/2005 | Listed (Active) ARMLS #2396750 | $1,150,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 38601 North Rising Sun Road
Schools near 38601 North Rising Sun Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 6 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 8 to 12 | |||
| Public - | K to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Black Mountain Elementary School PublicPK to 6 | ||
Sonoran Trails Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Cactus Shadows High School Public8 to 12 | ||
Cave Creek Academy of Excellence PublicK to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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