8741 E SILVER SADDLE Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377

$2,600,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 7.5 Square Footage: 9,887 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 148,851 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,600,000 Last Modified: 1/17/2026

Overview

Description

Magnificent estate, completely re-mastered by renowned builder Phil Smith in 2014. Alan Tafoya architecture and Bess Jones interior design team have created a breathtaking desert oasis with 360 degree majestic mountain and sunset views. Graciously appointed and crafted, blending Santa Barbara style moldings, latilla and wood beam ceilings, mesquite and polished granite countertops, and 7 interior fireplace. Strategically placed skylights enhance the outstanding lighting throughout. Expansive, covered outdoor living areas and open patios to enjoy seamless indoor to outdoor living. Simply the Best in Arizona living with smart home technology throughout.

Listing Details MLS# 5590278

Location, Tax & Legal

Map Code/Grid
F37
House Number
8741
Compass
E
Street Name
SILVER SADDLE
St Suffix
Drive
City/Town Code
Carefree
State/Province
AZ
Zip Code
85377
Country
US
County Code
Maricopa
Assessor Number
216-25-092-B
Subdivision
COW TRACK ESTATES
Tax Year
2016

Contract Information

Type
Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership
Fee Simple

General Property Description

Dwelling Type
Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles
Detached
Exterior Stories
2
# of Interior Levels
2
# Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
7
Half Bathrooms
Yes
Total Bathrooms
7.5
Approx SQFT
9887
Price/SqFt
262.97
Guest House SqFt
2527
Horses
N
Builder Name
Phil Smith
Year Built
1990
Approx Lot SqFt
148851
Community Pool Y/N
No
Private Pool Y/N
Yes
Fireplace YN
Yes
Fireplaces Total
3
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
Tom Darlington & Cave Creek Rd
Directions
Right on Cave Creek Road, Left on Tranquil Trail, Right on Rising Sun, Continue East on Rising Sun as it becomes Cow Track. Left on Silver Saddle to 8741.

Status Change Info

Off Market Date
2017-07-25
Under Contract Date
2017-07-07
Close of Escrow Date
2017-08-17

Legal Info

Township
6N
Range
4E
Section
25
Lot Number
88

More Information

Basement

Basement Y/N
N

Items Updated

Floor Yr Updated
2014
Floor Partial/Full
Partial
Wiring Yr Updated
2014
Wiring Partial/Full
Partial
Plmbg Yr Updated
2014
Plmbg Partial/Full
Partial
Ht/Cool Yr Updated
2014
Ht/Cool Partial/Full
Full
Roof Yr Updated
2014
Roof Partial/Full
Partial
Kitchen Yr Updated
2014
Kitchen Partial/Full
Full

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces
4
Total Covered Spaces
4

Sold Info

Loan Type
Carryback
Loan Years
3
Payment Type
Fixed
Closing Cost Split
Normal - N
Buyer Concession $/%
$
Seller Concession $/%
$

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Territorial/Santa Fe; Santa Barbara/Tuscan; Other View: City Lights; Mountain(s) Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room; 2 Master Baths; Other (See Remarks) Master Bedroom: Split; Downstairs Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Other Bedroom Downstairs; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet Fireplace Features: Fireplace Family Rm; Fireplace Living Rm; Fireplace Master Bdr; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace; Fire Pit Flooring: Carpet; Stone; Wood Window Features: Solar Screens; Dual Pane; Wood Frames Private Pool Features: Diving Pool; Heated; Variable Speed Pump Spa: Private; Heated Dining Area: Formal; Breakfast Room Kitchen Features: Gas Oven; Gas Range; Range/Oven Elec; Gas Cooktop; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Reverse Osmosis; Wall Oven(s); Pantry; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Inside; Other; See Remarks Technology: Pre-Wire Srnd Snd; Security System Owned; Smart Home Exterior Features: Balcony; Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Misting System; Patio; Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House; Tennis Court(s); Other Parking Features: Direct Access; Garage Door Opener; Temp Controlled Construction: Wood Frame; Other Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco Roofing: Built-Up; Tile; Foam Cooling: Central Air; Programmable Thmstat Heating: Natural Gas Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Septic-In & Connected Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block Property Description: North/South Exposure Landscaping: Desert Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back Possession: By Agreement; Close of Escrow 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: Walt Danley Realty, LLC
Office Phone: 602-295-7808
Office Email: tom@waltdanley.com
Last Updated: January - 17 - 2026
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