18443 E EL CORTEZ Place Rio Verde, AZ 85263
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,745 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,745 sqft
Price per Sqft $327
Subdivision Rio Verde Unit 5
MLS Listing ID 6992941
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 2
HOA Fees $5,238/ann
HOA Y/N Yes
Year Built 1988
Annual Tax Amount $2,535
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 0.367 Acres
Acres 0.37
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Source Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Property Description
Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac -- no through traffic, just neighbors who chose to be here -- this beautifully maintained 3 bed/2 bath home sits on an oversized 0.37-acre lot with something rare in this community: a massive wraparound covered patio that transforms outdoor living into the centerpiece of your day. Morning coffee, afternoon shade, evening entertaining -- all wrapped in privacy and mature desert landscaping.
Inside: vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, granite kitchen, LVP flooring, skylight & 2-car garage with cabinets. All appliances included. Move-in ready. All within Rio Verde -- a beloved 55+ community NE of Scottsdale with two golf courses, golf-cart streets, pool, pickleball & more. This is the home for the buyer who knows what they want -- outdoor space, genuine privacy, and a layout that works beautifully for this chapter of life.
The single-level design includes zero-grade entry, wide hallways, and finishes chosen for ease and comfort -- the kind of thoughtful details that matter now and will matter even more later. The spacious primary suite offers dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate shower, and walk-in closet.
The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook with direct patio access -- so your morning starts outside if you want it to. Updated luxury vinyl plank flooring flows through the main living areas. Newer water heater and updated irrigation system mean the big maintenance items are already handled. Security system owned.
And then there's the patio. The wraparound covered outdoor space is genuinely rare in Rio Verde -- most homes simply don't have a lot this size or this private. Whether it's morning coffee, afternoon shade, or an evening with friends, this is where life happens on El Cortez Place.
Rio Verde Community Highlights:
-- Two 18-hole golf courses (optional membership)
-- Golf-cart-friendly neighborhood streets
-- Clubhouse, restaurant, pool & heated spa
-- Fitness center, library, craft & art studio
-- Tennis & pickleball courts
-- Biking & walking paths
-- HOA covers cable TV, grounds, street maintenance & trash
-- Active social calendar with clubs and community events
This is the lifestyle. This is the lot. This is the one.
Location
State AZ
County Maricopa
Community Rio Verde Unit 5
Area Maricopa
Direction From Fountain Hills take Fountain Hills Blvd. which becomes McDowell Mt. Rd. North for 8 miles to left on Forest Rd. to left on left on Four Peaks to left on Avenida Del Ray to left on El Cortez.
Rooms
Master Bathroom Double Sink
Den/Bedroom Plus 3
Separate Den/Office N
Interior
Interior Features High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, 9+ Flat Ceilings, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
Heating Electric
Cooling Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring Vinyl, Tile
Fireplaces Type Family Room
Fireplace Yes
Window Features Skylight(s),Dual Pane
Appliance Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Water Purifier
SPA None
Laundry Inside
Exterior
Exterior Feature Rain Gutters, Private Street(s)
Parking Features Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Attch'd Gar Cabinets
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description 2.0
Fence Back Yard, Wrought Iron
Community Features Pool, Golf, Pickleball, Community Spa, Community Spa Htd, Transportation Svcs, Community Media Room, Horse Facility, Tennis Court(s), Biking/Walking Path, Fitness Center
Utilities Available SRP
Roof Type Tile
Accessibility Bath Grab Bars
Porch Covered Patio(s), Patio
Total Parking Spaces 2
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Adjacent to Wash, North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Cul-De-Sac, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Story 1
Builder Name ALEXANDER
Sewer Sewer in & Cnctd, Private Sewer
Water Pvt Water Company
Structure Type Rain Gutters,Private Street(s)
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools Adult
Middle Schools Adult
High Schools Adult
School District Adult
Others
HOA Name Rio Verde HOA
HOA Fee Include Cable TV,Maintenance Grounds,Street Maint,Trash
Senior Community Yes
Tax ID 219-43-331
Ownership Fee Simple
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Horse Property N
Disclosures Agency Discl Req, Seller Discl Avail
Possession Close Of Escrow
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Special Listing Condition Age Restricted (See Remarks)
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