8001 E CAREFREE Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377

$1,200,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,661 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 69,450 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,200,000 Last Modified: 9/16/2026

Overview

Description

Set on a 1.6-acre parcel in the heart of Carefree, this private desert retreat offers space, views, and versatility just moments from CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa and approximately one mile from downtown Carefree. The main residence features an open, light-filled layout with mountain views from the kitchen, living areas, and patio. A flexible floor plan includes three bedrooms--one currently used as a den--and three baths. The kitchen is appointed with newer stainless steel appliances. A 924 sq ft detached guest casita offers its own living room, kitchen, bedroom, washer/dryer, and private patio--ideal for guests or extended stays. Surrounded by natural desert landscape, this property delivers privacy and a relaxed Carefree lifestyle.

Listing Details MLS# 7016255

Location, Tax & Legal

House Number
8001
Compass
E
Street Name
CAREFREE
St Suffix
Drive
City/Town Code
Carefree
State/Province
AZ
Zip Code
85377
Zip4
4090
Country
US
County Code
Maricopa
Assessor Number
216-26-067-B
Subdivision
CAREFREE FORE
Tax Year
2025

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
4
Full Bathrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
4
Approx SQFT
3661
Price/SqFt
327.77
Guest House SqFt
924
Horses
N
Model
Custom
Builder Name
Unknown
Year Built
1996
Approx Lot SqFt
69450
Approx Lot Acres
1.594
Community Pool Y/N
No
Private Pool Y/N
No
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
Yes
Elementary School District
Cave Creek Unified District
High School District
Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School
Black Mountain Elementary School
Jr. High School
Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School
Cactus Shadows High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street
Mule Train Rd & Cave Creek Road
Directions
Mule Train RD and Cave Creek Road. Proceed North on Mule Train to Carefree Drive and bear right. First house on the corner.

Status Change Info

Off Market Date
2026-08-19
Under Contract Date
2026-06-30
Close of Escrow Date
2026-08-18

Legal Info

Township
6N
Range
4E
Section
36
Lot Number
66

More Information

Basement

Basement Y/N
N

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces
2
Slab Parking Spaces
3
Total Covered Spaces
2

Showing Notification Methods

Showing Service
Aligned Showings

Sold Info

Loan Type
Conventional
Loan Years
30
Payment Type
Fixed
Closing Cost Split
Normal - N
Buyer Concession $/%
$
Seller Concession $/%
$

DPR Eligible

DPR Eligible
No

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Territorial/Santa Fe View: Mountain(s) Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; 2 Master Baths Master Bedroom: Split Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; 2 Master Bedrooms; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet Fireplace Features: Fireplace Family Rm Flooring: Carpet; Tile Window Features: Solar Screens Spa: None Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Dining in LR/GR; Breakfast Room Kitchen Features: Gas Cooktop; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Laminate Counters; Kitchen Island Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Inside Other Rooms: Family Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn Interior Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings; No Interior Steps Technology: Cable TV Avail Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s); Patio Parking Features: Garage Door Opener Construction: Wood Frame Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco Roofing: Built-Up Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s) Heating: Electric Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Septic Tank; Septic-In & Connected Services: City Services Fencing: None Property Description: Corner Lot; North/South Exposure; Adjacent to Wash Landscaping: Desert Front; Natural Desert Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Irrigation Front Showing Notification Methods: Text; Email; Phone Call Lockbox Type: None Possession: Close of Escrow Unit Style: All on One Level Association Fee Incl: No Fees Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear New Financing: Cash; Conventional Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
IDX
Listing Office: Engel & Voelkers Scottsdale
Office Phone: 602-610-3713
Office Email: jennifer.williams@evrealestate.com
Last Updated: September - 16 - 2026
Broker Attribution: 480-695-6031

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