Scottsdale Waterfront is evolving from a dining destination into a live-work-play canal district. New mixed-use projects like Magnolia Waterside at Old Town are adding residential density and street-level retail directly along the Arizona Canal, backed by the City of Scottsdale’s own planning framework for the corridor.
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Things to Do in Scottsdale – September 2026
– Scottsdale Events – September 2026 – September is back! Here are some handpicked events and things going on in and around Scottsdale this month. Disclaimer: Events subject to change, cancel or sell out. Events may be ticketed. Please verify all terms and details in advance.
Scottsdale AZ Luxury Home Market – July 2026
– Scottsdale Luxury Home Market Performance for July 2026 – July was a typical summer month for the luxury home market in Scottsdale. New contract activity was slower, as were sales. However, there was a very impressive home sale performance in one of the price bands. This report looks at the luxury home market in […]
Under Contract in Scottsdale: What Happens Next
Once you accept an offer on your Scottsdale home, the transaction moves through opening escrow, earnest money deposit, buyer inspections, SPDS disclosures, appraisal, and finally closing and recording with the Maricopa County Recorder. The whole process typically runs 30 to 45 days, driven by the AAR Residential Resale Purchase Contract. What happens after a seller […]
Phoenix and Scottsdale AZ Luxury Condo Sales – July 2026
Luxury Condo Sales in Scottsdale and Phoenix – June 2026 In this report, we explore the luxury condo market in Scottsdale and Phoenix.To be included, all of these units had to have had an asking price of $1 million or more. This is the month where we actually saw a lot of the sales activity […]
Is Now a Good Time to Buy in Scottsdale?
As of August 2026, Scottsdale sits in a balanced-to-cool market with average days on market past 100 days and appreciation running at just 2.3% annually. Buyers under $800k still face competition, while the $1M-and-up segment offers real negotiating room. Here’s what the current data actually means for your decision.
How Long to Sell a Scottsdale Home in 2026
In 2026, Scottsdale homes are taking roughly 75–100 days from listing to closing, with summer listings and luxury properties running toward the longer end of that range. Understanding where your home falls in the DOM spectrum by season and price point is what keeps sellers from making premature price cuts. Here’s how to read the numbers correctly.
Buyer Closing Costs in Scottsdale: What to Budget
Before you write an offer on a Scottsdale home, you need a realistic picture of what closing costs will actually look like. From lender fees and title insurance to prorated Maricopa County property taxes and HOA transfer charges, the line items add up fast. Here’s how to build a real budget before you’re under contract.
