– Scottsdale Luxury Home Market Performance for August 2026 – August was a mixed month for the luxury home market in Scottsdale.In some price segments, we saw nice contract or sales activity, but in other segments, the performance down compared to July. In this report, we examine Scottsdale’s luxury home market. Since different price points […]
Scottsdale Seller Closing Costs Explained
Sellers in Scottsdale often underestimate how many line items appear on their closing statement before the proceeds check is cut. This post breaks down which costs land on the seller’s side, what the title company actually does, and which items you can negotiate in an Arizona purchase contract.
Which Scottsdale Community Fits Your Lifestyle?
Scottsdale spans roughly 185 square miles and three distinct lifestyle zones, from the high-density arts district of Old Town to the gated desert estates of North Scottsdale. The community you choose shapes your daily commute, noise level, walkability, and access to golf, nightlife, or open desert, and those differences are bigger than most buyers expect.
Phoenix and Scottsdale AZ Luxury Condo Sales – August 2026
Luxury Condo Sales in Scottsdale and Phoenix – August 2026 This monthly report tracks the sales activity for the luxury condo market in Scottsdale and Phoenix. To be included in the report, all of these units had to have been priced at $1 million or more. The luxury condo market continued to perform pretty well. […]
Golf Community Updates: What’s New in North Scottsdale?
North Scottsdale’s golf communities, including DC Ranch, Silverleaf, and Troon North, are in a more balanced market in 2026, with more inventory and more room to negotiate than the frenzy years allowed. Community enhancements, ongoing development in the northern corridor, and a measured pace at the luxury tier are reshaping what buyers and sellers can expect. Here’s what’s new and what it means for your next move.
What It Really Costs to Sell a House in Scottsdale
Selling a home in Scottsdale means budgeting for more than just commission, title and escrow fees, Maricopa County recording charges, HOA resale and transfer fees, and a property tax proration all show up on your closing statement. Arizona charges no real estate transfer tax, and most of these costs are negotiable by contract rather than fixed by law.
Why Community Fit Matters More Than the House When Moving to Scottsdale
Scottsdale’s median single-family sale price hit $955,000 in July 2026, and the city spans multiple distinct communities with very different lifestyles, price points, and daily experiences. Choosing the wrong neighborhood at this price point is a costly mistake, here’s how to get the community fit right before you commit to a home.
Quick Video Update of the Scottsdale Real Estate Market – August 2026
– August 2026 Scottsdale Housing Market Video – Here is a quick video overview of the Scottsdale, Arizona, single-family home real estate market that covers the month of August. August 2026 – Video Scottsdale Active Listings Inventory continues to fall, and in August, we ended the month with less than 1,000 homes for sale. […]
