Carefree Homes

Welcome to Carefree Arizona, a rural residential town of approximately 3,500 people -residing and 1,900 homes, on slightly more than 8 square miles in area. Carefree is located in the northeast portion of Phoenix between Anthem and North Scottsdale, nestled around Black Mountain.

Carefree is known for its natural beauty and integration with the Sonoran Desert as well as its clean, cooler air, minimal traffic, peace and tranquility.   At an elevation close to 2,700 feet the temperatures in Carefree are typically 6 to 10 degrees cooler than Central Phoenix.

Carefree offers recreational amenities — including upscale resorts with gorgeous golf courses, tennis and spa facilities and shopping.  In the downtown area of Carefree you will find one of the largest sun dials in the country.  Overall, Carefree is characterized by its charming small town artisan feel and quaint street names like Ho Hum Road, Tranquil Trail and Easy Street.

Carefree offers Condominium, Town Homes, Patio Homes, Single Family Custom southwestern and contemporary style Luxury Homes on expansive desert lots, many with elevated views of the Phoenix Valley below.

A new upscale condominium community called Easy Street is under development  offering a lock and leave lifestyle with resort level amenities.  Ranging in size from 1,820 to 3,582 sf, amenities include a custom golf lounge and cinema screening room, on site concierge/manager, heated pool and spa, clubhouse with demonstration kitchen, private wine grotto, fitness center with massage and steam rooms, fenced pet recreation area and more, with many homes offering majestic views of Black Mountain.

Single-family newly built home communities are also being built in Carefree including The Reserve at Tranquil Trail by Toll Brothers, the only gated community offering estate-sized home-sites in a serene desert setting within walking distance of Sun Dial Plaza’s shops and cafes.

Almarte, another new-home community in Carefree, that features 24 elegantly appointed single level and two-story residences nestled in a tranquil desert setting with homes from 1880-2449 sf.

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$1,299,000
You won't believe you are at Skyranch in this highly improved original model home with an incredible rear year surrounded by natural open space. See what is possible!
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Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 1986
Subdivision: The original Skyranch Model Home! SKYRANCH PHASE 1
Description: Skyranch at its finest. The original model home for this popular community...
Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: May - 07 - 2025
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$1,085,035
Open House (05/12/2025 - 10:00 am)
Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 3.5
Year Built: 2024
Subdivision: VIEW CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: Final Closeout at The View Carefree! Discover seven beautifully completed c...
Listing Office: W and Partners, LLC
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2025
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$1,050,000
The penthouse is located on the top floor as indicated by the red lines. There is a separated two car garage indicated by 1 & 2.
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Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 3
Year Built: 2004
Subdivision: MONTACINO CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: Welcome to a breathtaking Italian-style penthouse villa in the gated commun...
Listing Office: Realty Executives
Last Updated: May - 11 - 2025
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$997,000
8502 E CAVE CREEK Road, 53, Carefree, AZ 85377
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Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1987
Subdivision: SKYRANCH AT CAREFREE PHASE 2 LOT 9-60 TR G-L
Description: NEW PRICE in SKYRANCH!! Discover this stunning townhome nestled in the soug...
Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Professional Partners
Last Updated: May - 01 - 2025
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$995,000
Prime airport property on the runway. For a pilot, its "oceran front property" Come enjoy the mountain views and Arizona weather at this iconic gated community.
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Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 2
Year Built: 1987
Subdivision: The ONLY available Townhome on the Runway SKYRANCH AT CAREFREE PHASE 2 LOT 9-60 TR G-L
Description: NOW AVAILABLE! A SKYRANCH TOWNHOME and it's on the runway and in a quiet a...
Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Last Updated: April - 17 - 2025
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$988,886
Open House (05/12/2025 - 10:00 am)
Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 3.5
Year Built: 2024
Subdivision: VIEW CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: Final Closeout at The View Carefree! Discover seven beautifully completed c...
Listing Office: W and Partners, LLC
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2025
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$957,555
Open House (05/12/2025 - 10:00 am)
Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 2024
Subdivision: VIEW CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: This dwelling showcases the enchanting Floor Plan 1R, the ultimate design t...
Listing Office: W and Partners, LLC
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2025
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$908,719
Open House (05/12/2025 - 10:00 am)
Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 2024
Subdivision: VIEW CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: This residence showcases our Floor Plan 1R. The living area boasts an upgr...
Listing Office: W and Partners, LLC
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2025
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$905,112
Open House (05/12/2025 - 10:00 am)
Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 2024
Subdivision: VIEW CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: Presenting the final Floor Plan 1L, this home features a spacious main livi...
Listing Office: W and Partners, LLC
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2025
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$899,000
1 EASY Street, 12, Carefree, AZ 85377
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Open House (05/18/2025 - 12:00 pm)
Property Type: Residential
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bathrooms: 3.5
Year Built: 2024
Subdivision: VIEW CAREFREE CONDOMINIUM
Description: Contemporary, luxury townhome in the heart of idyllic Carefree. Convenientl...
Listing Office: HomeSmart
Last Updated: May - 12 - 2025
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