Set high in the rolling foothills of North Scottsdale, Desert Mountain is one of Arizona’s most prestigious private residential communities. Spanning over 8,000 acres of pristine high desert terrain, this guard-gated enclave offers an extraordinary lifestyle defined by luxury, exclusivity, and natural beauty.
Real estate in Desert Mountain ranges from elegant lock-and-leave villas to expansive custom estates, many with sweeping views of the mountains, golf courses, and city lights. Each of the 33 distinctive villages within the community offers its own unique character, with architectural excellence and desert harmony at the forefront.
At the heart of the Desert Mountain lifestyle is The Desert Mountain Club, featuring seven Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses — the most of any private club in the world — along with an 18-hole par-54 course at Seven Desert Mountain. Members also enjoy seven clubhouses, world-class dining, a state-of-the-art spa and fitness center, tennis complex, pickleball, and over 20 miles of private hiking and biking trails.
With a mild climate, elevated privacy, and a vibrant year-round social scene, Desert Mountain attracts discerning buyers from around the globe seeking a refined, active, and amenity-rich lifestyle in one of the Southwest’s most spectacular settings.
2,127 people live in Desert Mountain, where the median age is 68 and the average individual income is $191,182. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Desert Mountain, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Que Bella Salon, Hair By Shelley, and Embrace Hair & Design.
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| Beauty | 4.23 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.14 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.93 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Desert Mountain has 1,195 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Desert Mountain do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,127 people call Desert Mountain home. The population density is 177.39 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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