Last month was a strong month for closed sales in DC Ranch and Silverleaf: there were a total of 20 homes sold, representing over $25 million in sales. Sales prices ranged from $174,000 to $4,900,000, with price per square foot ranging from $171 to $655. So far, through the first 4 months of the year, there have been a total of 67 sales, an average of approximately 16 Continue Reading
3 bedroom DC Ranch home for sale with unobstructed mountain views
This 2,400 square foot home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the DC Ranch's Rosewood neighborhood shows like a model home. Without exception, this is a rare find with unobstructed views of the McDowell Mountains from your family room, kitchen, master bedroom, dining area and back patio. The entry to the home is through hand-painted distressed wood-and-metal doors into a private front Continue Reading
10 tips to help you save money on your home’s summer energy bills
With the beautiful spring temperatures slowing giving way to warmer and warmer days here in Scottsdale, it's time to think about ways to save money on your home's summer energy bills. With just a few minor adjustments to your current lifestyle you can incur significant savings. Here are a few ideas for lowering your home's energy consumption in the summer Continue Reading
Doing your income tax return this weekend? Make a contribution to Arizona State Parks
Well, it’s just days away from April 15th, when the tax man cometh. Good news usually isn’t associated with this day, unless you are getting a tax refund. Well, this year is a little different if you are a hiker, a cyclist, a camper, a boater, a day tripper or anything in between, who enjoys and appreciates the stunning beauty of the state parks here in Arizona. Beginning this year, Continue Reading
DC Ranch market update: summary of homes sold in the month of March
DC Ranch is humming with the excitement of spring, as evidenced by the healthy home sales activity in the month of March. If you want to capture the Spring house hunting buzz here in the neighborhood, it's not too late to put your home on the market. Here is a quick summary of the homes that sold in the month of March in DC Ranch and Silverleaf: There were a total of 22 Continue Reading
Desert Discovery Center at the Gateway to McDowell Sonoran Preserve recently approved
Last week, Scottsdale City Council said yes to the plans to create and build the Desert Discovery Center at the Gateway to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, next door to the community of DC Ranch in North Scottsdale. It had been anticipated that the Council would give the go ahead on the Center, but no one knew which location would be selected. The Desert Discovery Center will be a museum Continue Reading
April weather is perfect in Scottsdale, Arizona
The weather forecast for April in Scottsdale? Beautiful and more beautiful! And that isn’t an April Fool’s joke. Here are some weather statistics for the month of April, based off of historical records from 1988 through 2012 for weather right here in North Scottsdale - specifically, at Scottsdale Airport, just 10 minutes from DC Ranch. Median cloud cover is 1% (clear) Daily high Continue Reading
Hints from Federal Reserve Open Market Committee: interest rates likely to rise
On Wednesday, March 18, the Fed’s Open Market Committee (FOMC) released more hints that the central bank may be considering raising interest rates. Buyers have been lulled into a false sense of security that the historically low rates will be there whenever they get ready to finance their next home purchase. Well, with the change in rhetoric that took place in last week’s FOMC meeting, home Continue Reading
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom lock-and-leave condo in the Village at Market Street
The Village at Market Street is ideal for professionals on the go or for anyone desiring a low-maintenance lock-and-leave unit. This enclave within the master-planned community of DC Ranch is comprised of 129-units with their own community center including pool, spa and workout room. New to the market is unit #105, a two-bedroom charmer that would be ideal for either the seasonal Continue Reading
Day trip to Wickenburg: experience the flavor of the Old West
Had your fill of baseball games and shopping? Why not head west young man, to experience the true flavor of the Old West and the workings of a real-life Western town. Wickenburg is only 75 miles northwest of DC Ranch and there are some real nice town folk there just waiting to make your acquaintance. After a scenic 60 minute drive, you can stretch your legs by either stopping before you Continue Reading
Reminder — your Maricopa County property taxes are now due
It’s March and that means it’s time to pay your property taxes. If you didn’t pay your 2014 tax bill in its entirety in the fall, the second installment of your 2014 property taxes was due on March 1st and they become delinquent after 5:00 pm on May 1, 2015. (Property taxes in Arizona are paid in arrears.) There are multiple ways to make your Arizona tax payment: by e-check, Continue Reading
Suburban Sole Man now open at Market Street in DC Ranch
It’s about time! Trendy and comfy--Naot, Blundstones, Fly London, Wolky and Pikolinos shoes for men can now be found at Market Street in DC Ranch. The women have their own locations for Suburban Sole, one in Fountain Hills and another in Scottsdale, and this time around it’s the men’s turn. The active lifestyle of a man on the go commands a loafer with both style and true comfort. Continue Reading
Report those Arizona desert wild flowers for community enjoyment
It’s the time of year for community wild flower spotting! Every March and April, residents from all over Arizona partake in this annual event. We track the wildflowers through social media as they begin to bloom in their bold majestic colors of purple, yellow, red, pink and white. Being a wild flower sleuth is easy, you just shoot and upload! But if you want it spelled out Continue Reading
5 bedroom, 6 bathroom DC Ranch estate home for sale with jaw dropping views
This 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom custom home in the Country Club neighborhood in DC Ranch has 6,700+ square feet of unparalleled luxurious living space. The backdrop of this home is the spectacular McDowell Mountains, the expansive Sonoran Desert’s natural landscape and the lush green of the 12th, 13th and 14th holes of The Country Club at DC Ranch golf course. The massive sliding glass pocket Continue Reading
Goodguys 6th Spring Nationals at WestWorld in Scottsdale near DC Ranch
It’s an annual event of muscle cars, hot rods, customs, and trucks. Goodguys Rod & Custom Association’s 6th Spring Nationals Tour hits the streets in Scottsdale next week-end. There was a record turnout of over 3,000 hot rods and customs last year, and you can expect this and more for 2015. If you are going to show and shine, you’ll need to register soon! Then sit back and Continue Reading
Pure Vanity Spa opens its doors at Hayden Road and Thompson Peak Parkway
Feeling the need for pampering? How about a head-to-toe full body massage? Or an organic facial to freshen up before a wonderful evening out on the town? New to the neighborhood is Pure Vanity Spa in the Fry’s Shopping Center at Hayden Peak Crossing, near DC Ranch. For their grand opening, they are offering some amazing specials to entice new clientele. For instance, this ultimate Continue Reading
Kale and Clover: mindful kitchen for a healthy lifestyle in North Scottsdale
Typically, “no” is not a word you want to hear when dining out. But when looking for tasty and healthy food for an active lifestyle near DC Ranch, “no” is music to our ears. Kale and Clover just opened their doors at the corner of Hayden and Thompson Peak Parkway, and they pride themselves on serving up food that includes no sugar, no GMO’s, no microwaves, and no cans. They specialize in Continue Reading
Spring landscape makeover: hiring the right professional for your project | DC Ranch
It's not quite spring, but the weather sure feels like it here in DC Ranch, and along with it comes the urge to head outside and revamp your yard. Whether your landscape makeover requires changes to the hardscaping (patios, driveways, structures such as firepits, outdoor kitchens) or soft-scaping (plants and turf), odds are you will probably need a professional to help you tackle your Continue Reading
Scottsdale Fire Department offering free training for new CPR method
Valentine's Day has come and gone for another year, but it's still American Heart Month until the end of February. So what would you do if someone near you suddenly collapsed? Why not put a life-saving technique under your belt and be prepared for anything life throws at you. The Scottsdale Fire Department is offering free training of a new methodology: hands-only CPR. It only Continue Reading
Scottsdale Quarter’s Juby True – too good to be true
Too true, too new, too good to be true? Did you know you can drink your daily requirements of veggies?! Juby True, yet another Sam Fox Concept located at Scottsdale Quarter, just 10 minutes from DC Ranch, is serving up organic cold-pressed juices, an exceptional way to kick start your day. As my mom said, “eat your vegetables, they are good for you”. But after discovering this Continue Reading
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom DC Ranch townhome for sale in the Country Club
This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Lantana model has just arrived on the market in the Country Club section of DC Ranch. This floor plan has over 2,100 sq. ft. of open and spacious living space. There are no interior steps so all of the living and entertaining can be enjoyed on one floor. This townhome even has the added bonus of an Arizona room with plantation shutters and doors Continue Reading
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