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8717 N AVENIDA DEL SOL, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253 (MLS# 7016382)

8717 N AVENIDA DEL SOL, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253

$16,500,000
Tranquility and beauty await you at Avenida del Sol. A front courtyard wall creates a sense of mystery from the street. Through the gate, the mortar-washed stone walls and mature trees envelope you in privacy. The setting sun filters through mature olive trees. Tumbled limestone floor feels cool underfoot. The stucco color is a custom blend, designed to give a clean aesthetic during the day, and warms softly like the glow of candlelight during late afternoon and through dusk. Meant to delight the senses, the calming sound of water flowing through custom brass spouts, crafted to look like antique fountain spouts with bucket hooks. An old-growth Ironwood tree salvaged from the desert grounds the entry courtyard. Natural stone walls and limestone path lend a casual elegance to the architecture.and the flicker of gas lanterns are just a few of the custom touches throughout the property. The vision behind Avenida del Sol was to create a space that invites you to slow down, unplug and savor life in the desert. This is a property meant to be experienced in person, though we hope you enjoy the pictures. :) A light-filled and inspiring space with reclaimed wood ceiling beams, selected for their history; taken from a midwest barn dating back at least a century. A custom system of 10-foot pivot doors topped by transom windows opens to the backyard. Limestone floor runs seamlessly from indoors to out. Curated items give a sense of soul to the home - like this salvaged limestone trough, originally 18-feet long, repurposed as a floating hearth. A subtle plaster treatment on the fireplace offers an organic texture. Fireplace Details The same custom pivot system as the living room opens seamlessly from the dining room to the front courtyard. Handwoven shades of the custom light fixture float above the dining table and sway with the breeze when the pivot doors are open. Dining Details White oak cabinetry, a plaster range hood echoing the shape of the grand fireplace and natural stone countertops offer a natural, timeless aesthetic. A wall of glass pockets fully to open the kitchen to the covered back patio - where a comfortable seating area near a large gas fireplace offers views of the pool and distant olive tree grove. A breakfast bar with a deep countertop designed to be a working space. Dornbracht fixtures add a touch of sleek glamour against a hand-formed terra cotta tile backsplash. Kitchen Island Seating Double dishwashers in the island and an ice maker and dishwasher drawer in the breakfast bar. 60-inch dual fuel range. Don't forget to peek inside the tall cabinets of the breakfast bar to see the same tile continued at the back. A thoughtful touch designed merely to evoke a smile. Full-sized fridge, dishwasher and wall ovens along with custom white oak shelves that frame beautiful Tabarka tile on the backsplash. Two full-sized washers and dryers, a DryAway system and charming workspace - along with plenty of storage in a delightfully-designed laundry room. Tabarka tile backsplash and living brass faucet add character - just like the antique doors (not pictured) that frame the opening to this space. An oversized "flex" space envelops you in organic elegance - from the plastered walls to the extra-large skylight that washes the walls in ever-changing light. Three ensuite bedrooms are nearby - making this room a great spot for kids to play, or perhaps as a TV room or even a second living space. Flex Space Detail A limestone trough from the 1700's deliberately chosen to stand out in this space. It's edges softened by years of use. A custom brass faucet affixed to a wall of matte terra cotta Tabarka tile. A one of a kind antique mirror framed by uncoated brass sconces. A soothing neutral palette of earthy plaster, natural wood and the most beautiful antique doors (not pictured) - this room is so pretty, it's hard to actually get work done. A private courtyard outside the 10-foot tall sliding doors beckons you to take a break and daydream. A calming space with organic elements: Beams sourced for their character add warmth and history to the room. Natural stone, hand-selected for variation and views out to the backyard and Mummy Mountain beyond. A see-through fireplace clad in mortar-washed stone offers just a peek into a private courtyard attached to a wellness area. The entire space is done in Tadelakt - a microcement often done in the Mediterranean region of Europe and the Middle East. A Waterworks soaking tub and Samuel Heath fixtures in Urban Brass: uncoated to allow for patina with time. Vanity Detail An outdoor plunge tub, plumbed with a chiller as well as a heater - for cold or hot water therapy. A private courtyard, off the owner's suite, with access to the plunge tub outside of the owner's bath. Backyard Looking North to Casita A 900-sqft casita, with its own 1-car garage. Complete with kitchenette, living area, bathroom and bedroom. Stackable laundry in the closet. The view of Mummy Mountain from the casita is incredible. Full-sized SubZero appliances and real stone countertops elevate the space, which opens to the pool. For scale, the slider is 10-feet tall. With its own private, 10' custom pivot door entry as well as a single car garage. Casita Living Area Wake up to a view of the gorgeous pool with beautifully-landscaped grounds beyond. A view of Mummy Mountain framed in the sliding glass door may make you want to relax in bed just a bit longer. With stackable laundry in the walk-in closet. Demurely placed at the casita's north end, an exposed brass outdoor shower is meant to patina with time. Organically-shaped towel hooks from Bocce are a fun splurge in this space. A discreet pool bath located in the shadow of the roof deck stairs means no wet feet inside the house. Catch a daily dose of Vitamin D while watching the sunlight play across the face of Mummy Mountain. Grilling outside for a dining experience in the olive grove may be your new favorite way to "go out for dinner." Pea gravel, mature olive trees and a table set for friends. Backyard An old-growth Ironwood tree with its gnarled, architectural trunk is now framed beautifully by this new construction. An extra-long pool fully done in PebbleFina for an authentic, plastered look. This is the finest finish made by PebbleTech for an ultra-smooth and durable texture underfoot. Directed to deliberately design the entire lot to be useful and beautiful, The Green Room's architects crafted the retention areas to be multi-purpose. Ensure you save some time on your tour to go discover the discreet fire pit area in the rear corner of the yard. Roof Deck with 360-degree Views This peaceful enclave gives your mind a chance to renew. The sounds of birds, of breeze in the trees and the ease of desert living will delight you in this space, for years to come.
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 8 Square Footage: 7,579 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 42,635 Status: Active
Current Price: $16,500,000 Last Modified: 4/19/2026

Overview

Description

The images are captivating, but to experience this property in person is completely enchanting. Crafted by award-winning Stratton Architects, The Green Room and Tinker Development, the intent was to infuse a new build with an endearing sense of soul. Mortar-washed stone, living brass fixtures, repurposed European limestone troughs, antique doors and a Waterworks soaking tub; every detail was curated to balance elegance with eclectic touches, instilling character and beauty to each space. Old-growth Ironwood trees anchor the property, fire and water features delight the senses. The main residence offers five ensuite bedrooms, an office and air-conditioned, oversized 4-car garage. A 900-sqft casita with 1-car garage. A sense of renewal awaits at this private retreat with breathtaking views.

Listing Details MLS# 7016382

Location, Tax & Legal

House Number
8717
Compass
N
Street Name
AVENIDA DEL SOL
St Suffix
--
City/Town Code
Paradise Valley
State/Province
AZ
Zip Code
85253
Zip4
2116
County Code
Maricopa
Assessor Number
168-44-007
Subdivision
MOCKINGBIRD LANE ESTATES 6
Tax Year
2025
Assessor's Map #
44
Legal Description (Abbrev)
LOT 37 MOCKINGBIRD LANE ESTATES 6 MCR 016704
Assessor's Parcel #
7
Tax Municipality
Paradise Valley
Taxes
7112

Contract Information

Type
Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership
Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN
No

General Property Description

Dwelling Type
Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles
Detached
Exterior Stories
Yes
# of Interior Levels
Yes
# Bedrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
6
Half Bathrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
8
Approx SQFT
7579
Price/SqFt
2177.07
Guest House SqFt
900
Horses
N
Builder Name
TINKER DEVELOPMENT
Year Built
2026
Approx Lot SqFt
42635
Approx Lot Acres
0.979
Community Pool Y/N
No
Private Pool Y/N
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
6
Elementary School District
Scottsdale Unified District
High School District
Scottsdale Unified District
Elementary School
Cherokee Elementary School
Jr. High School
Cocopah Middle School
High School
Chaparral High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street
56th St and Doubletree
Directions
South of Doubletree: From 56th St, head west on Tomahawk Trail, north on N 55th Pl, west on E Via del Cielo, south on Avenida del Sol. Property is on the east side of the street.

Legal Info

Township
3N
Range
4E
Section
32
Lot Number
37

Architect

Architect
Stratton Architects

More Information

Basement

Basement Y/N
N

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces
5
Slab Parking Spaces
5
Total Covered Spaces
5

Showing Notification Methods

Showing Service
Aligned Showings
Text
Yes
Phone Call
Yes

Special Listing Cond

N/A
Yes

Construction

Block
Yes
Wood Frame
Yes
Steel Frame
Yes
Spray Foam Insulation
Yes

Const - Finish

Stone
Yes
Synthetic Stucco
Yes

Construction Status

New Construction
Yes

Roofing

Foam
Yes
Rolled
Yes

Association & Fees

HOA Y/N
N
PAD Fee Y/N
N
Land Lease Fee Y/N
N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv
0

Lockbox Type

See Private Remarks
Yes
None
Yes

Architecture

Contemporary
Yes

Master Bathroom

Full Bth Master Bdrm
Yes
Separate Shwr & Tub
Yes
Double Vanity
Yes
Private Toilet Room
Yes

Master Bedroom

Split
Yes

Additional Bedroom

Other Bedroom Split
Yes
Separate Bedroom Exit
Yes
Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet
Yes
Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet
Yes

Fireplace Features

Fireplace Living Rm
Yes
Fireplace Master Bdr
Yes
Two Way Fireplace
Yes
Gas Fireplace
Yes
Exterior Fireplace
Yes
Fire Pit
Yes

Flooring

Stone
Yes
Tile
Yes
Wood
Yes

Private Pool Features

Outdoor
Yes

Dining Area

Eat-in Kitchen
Yes
Dining in FR
Yes

Heating

Zoned
Yes
Electric
Yes

View

Desert
Yes
Panoramic
Yes
Mountain(s)
Yes

Kitchen Features

Built-In Electric Oven
Yes
Dishwasher
Yes
Electric Oven
Yes
Gas Range
Yes
Kitchen Island
Yes
Built-in Microwave
Yes
Multiple Ovens
Yes
Non-laminate Counter
Yes
Pantry
Yes
Refrigerator
Yes
Walk-in Pantry
Yes

Cooling

Programmable Thmstat
Yes

Interior Features

Skylight(s)
Yes
9+ Flat Ceilings
Yes
Fire Sprinkler System
Yes
No Interior Steps
Yes
Soft Water Loop
Yes

Laundry

Washer Included
Yes
Dryer Included
Yes
Stacked Washer/Dryer
Yes

Other Rooms

Bonus/Game Room
Yes
Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn
Yes

Separate Den/Office

Sep Den/Office Y/N
Y

Technology

High Speed Internet
Yes
Smart Home
Yes

Fencing

Back Yard
Yes
Front Yard
Yes
Perimeter
Yes
Block
Yes
Other
Yes

Water Source

City Water
Yes

Exterior Features

Separate Guest House
Yes
Built-in BBQ
Yes
Covered Patio(s)
Yes
Patio
Yes
Open Deck
Yes
Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s)
Yes

Spa

Private
Yes
Heated
Yes

Sewer

Sewer - Public
Yes
Sewer-In & Connected
Yes

Parking Features

Detached Garage
Yes
Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Yes
Over Height Garage
Yes
Side Vehicle Entry
Yes
Temp Controlled
Yes
Attached Garage
Yes
Direct Access
Yes
Extended Length Garage
Yes
Garage Door Opener
Yes

New Financing

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Energy/Green Feature

Multi-Zones
Yes

Plumbing

Gas Hot Wtr – Tnklss
Yes

Utilities

APS
Yes
SW Gas
Yes

Existing 1st Loan

Conventional
Yes

Landscaping

Desert Front
Yes
Desert Back
Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Front
Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Back
Yes
Auto Timer H2O Front
Yes
Auto Timer H2O Back
Yes

Services

City Services
Yes

Disclosures

Other (See Remarks)
Yes

Possession

Close of Escrow
Yes

Association Fee Incl

No Fees
Yes

Assoc Rules/Info

None
Yes

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Contemporary View: Desert; Panoramic; Mountain(s) Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room Master Bedroom: Split Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet Fireplace Features: Fireplace Living Rm; Fireplace Master Bdr; Two Way Fireplace; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace; Fire Pit Flooring: Stone; Tile; Wood Private Pool Features: Outdoor Spa: Private; Heated Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen; Dining in FR Kitchen Features: Built-In Electric Oven; Electric Oven; Gas Range; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Multiple Ovens; Pantry; Walk-in Pantry; Non-laminate Counter; Kitchen Island Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Stacked Washer/Dryer Other Rooms: Bonus/Game Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn Interior Features: Skylight(s); 9+ Flat Ceilings; Fire Sprinkler System; No Interior Steps; Soft Water Loop Technology: High Speed Internet; Smart Home Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Open Deck; Patio; Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House Parking Features: Detached Garage; Attached Garage; Direct Access; Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s); Extended Length Garage; Garage Door Opener; Over Height Garage; Side Vehicle Entry; Temp Controlled Construction: Block; Wood Frame; Steel Frame; Spray Foam Insulation Const - Finish: Stone; Synthetic Stucco Construction Status: New Construction Roofing: Foam; Rolled Cooling: Programmable Thmstat Heating: Zoned; Electric Plumbing: Gas Hot Wtr – Tnklss Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Sewer - Public; Sewer-In & Connected Services: City Services Fencing: Back Yard; Front Yard; Perimeter; Block; Other Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back Showing Notification Methods: Text; Phone Call Lockbox Type: See Private Remarks; None Possession: Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: No Fees Existing 1st Loan: Conventional New Financing: Cash; Conventional Disclosures: Other (See Remarks)
Listing Office: RETSY
IDX
Last Updated: April - 19 - 2026
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