Located in a gated community, this premium location faces a common area w/ no street noise & walking distance to the pool & recreation/exercise center. Soaring ceilings & large windows welcome you at entry, filling the home w/ abundant natural light. This sought-after floor plan offers 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, & a den that can serve as a bonus room. Both upstairs bedrooms feature en suite baths, & the spacious primary suite includes a private balcony overlooking the desert w/ mountain views. The home is freshly painted w/ vaulted ceilings & plantation shutters throughout. The kitchen features granite counters, backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. The great room offers a gas fireplace & opens to a sizable covered patio. Extra-long 2-car garage w/ separate storage. Lock & Leave. Award-winning McDowell Mountain Ranch is a premier master-planned community located in North Scottsdale. Situated at the foothills of the McDowell Mountains, enjoy the beautiful desert serenity, yet have all the conveniences of living ''in-town'' just outside the neighborhood. The 101 Freeway is 5 minutes away, as well as restaurants, shopping, groceries, and so much more! This friendly neighborhood features 2 heated community pools/spas, playgrounds, basketball courts, tennis courts, and one of the best Pickleball leagues in town! The HOA hosts several events throughout the year for everyone to enjoy and connect with neighbors. Numerous trails, both paved and unpaved, meander throughout the community. The McDowell Mountain Golf Club, designed by Phil Mickelson, has a clubhouse and restaurant and is open to the public. The City of Scottsdale Aquatic Center with a lazy river and library is close by, as are miles and miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails at the landmark Gateway to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve trailhead.