12120 E Cortez Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85259

$2,495,000

Stunning backyard showcasing a sparkling pool, natural boulder water feature, fire pit, expansive paver patio, and covered outdoor living space. Large windows connect the beautifully updated interior to the private backyard, creating the perfect Scottsdale setting for relaxing and entertaining.

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Beautiful front elevation with mature desert landscaping, a three-car garage, and inviting curb appeal. The professionally maintained exterior complements the home's modern updates while offering a welcoming entrance in a desirable Scottsdale neighborhood.

Attractive front exterior highlighting the contemporary architecture, spacious three-car garage, and low-maintenance desert landscaping. This beautifully updated Scottsdale home offers timeless curb appeal and move-in-ready luxury.

Impressive covered entry with soaring columns, paver walkway, and elegant glass front doors. This welcoming entrance sets the tone for the home's modern luxury finishes and thoughtfully designed interior.

Light-filled living room featuring soaring ceilings, wide-plank wood flooring, modern finishes, and an open layout. Large windows and contemporary design create an inviting gathering space perfect for everyday living.

Spacious great room with expansive windows overlooking the backyard, wide-plank flooring, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The open-concept design is ideal for entertaining while enjoying Scottsdale's beautiful outdoor lifestyle.

Elegant living area with oversized glass doors opening to the covered patio and pool. Bright natural light, modern finishes, and an open layout create the perfect space for relaxing and entertaining.

Luxurious chef's kitchen featuring premium Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a large island, designer lighting, and abundant workspace. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining.

Expansive kitchen centered around a large island with seating, custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and elegant designer finishes. This beautifully updated kitchen combines functionality with sophisticated Scottsdale style.

Close-up of the premium Wolf gas range framed by custom cabinetry, quartz surfaces, and a full-height designer backsplash. Every detail reflects the home's exceptional craftsmanship and luxury kitchen design.

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Custom kitchen cabinetry showcases the built-in Sub-Zero refrigerator and double Wolf wall ovens, blending luxury finishes with exceptional functionality. This thoughtfully designed Scottsdale kitchen is ideal for everyday living and entertaining.

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Inviting dining area filled with natural light and large sliding glass doors opening to the covered patio. Enjoy effortless indoor-outdoor living while overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard in this Scottsdale residence.

Spacious great room featuring a sleek contemporary fireplace, wide-plank wood flooring, oversized windows, and backyard views. The open design creates a warm, elegant gathering space for family and guests.

Expansive open-concept living room overlooking the kitchen, dining area, and backyard through large windows and sliding doors. Modern finishes and abundant natural light enhance this exceptional Scottsdale home.

Beautiful living room with a contemporary fireplace, designer finishes, wide-plank wood flooring, and oversized windows. The open layout offers comfortable everyday living with easy access to the outdoor entertaining spaces.

Bright formal dining room featuring designer lighting, expansive windows, wide-plank wood flooring, and contemporary finishes. This sophisticated space offers an inviting setting for hosting family dinners and entertaining guests in this beautifully updated Scottsdale home.

Stylish dining area with modern lighting, clean architectural lines, abundant natural light, and elegant finishes. Perfectly positioned within the open floor plan, this Scottsdale home offers an ideal space for everyday meals and special occasions.

Spacious primary suite featuring a cozy fireplace, sitting area, oversized windows, and sliding glass doors providing direct access to the covered patio and backyard. This private retreat blends comfort, elegance, and seamless indoor-outdoor living in this exceptional Scottsdale home.

Expansive primary bedroom featuring soaring ceilings, wide-plank wood flooring, a modern fireplace, and a private sitting area overlooking the backyard. This luxurious Scottsdale home offers an elegant owner's retreat with seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Bright and spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, designer finishes, oversized windows, and abundant natural light. This beautifully designed Scottsdale home offers comfort, style, and a relaxing retreat.

Private sitting area within the primary suite featuring large picture windows, a contemporary fireplace, and peaceful backyard views. A perfect place to relax while enjoying the thoughtful design of this Scottsdale home.

Inviting sitting area off the primary bedroom with expansive windows, backyard views, designer finishes, and a warm fireplace. This flexible space adds comfort and luxury to the primary suite.

Luxurious primary bathroom showcasing a freestanding soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, floating vanity, and elegant designer lighting. Premium finishes create a spa-like experience in this Scottsdale home.

Spacious walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling tile, frameless glass enclosure, rainfall showerhead, and premium fixtures. Every detail reflects the quality craftsmanship found throughout this Scottsdale property.

Designer dual vanity with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, modern lighting, and abundant storage. This beautifully appointed bathroom blends luxury and everyday functionality.

Elegant walk-in shower featuring frameless glass, oversized rainfall showerhead, custom tilework, and high-end finishes. A luxurious addition to the spa-inspired primary bathroom.

Modern freestanding soaking tub positioned beneath a large picture window with designer lighting and refined finishes. This tranquil space creates the perfect spa-inspired retreat in this Scottsdale home.

Stylish powder room featuring a floating vanity, stone countertop, designer mirror, contemporary fixtures, and elegant tile accents. A beautifully finished guest bath showcasing the home's upscale design.

Bright guest bedroom featuring wide-plank wood flooring, modern ceiling fan, and an ensuite bathroom. This thoughtfully designed Scottsdale home offers upscale finishes, abundant natural light, and contemporary craftsmanship throughout.

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Spacious three-car garage with epoxy-coated floors, insulated garage doors, ample storage space, and clean finishes. Designed for convenience and functionality, this Scottsdale property provides room for vehicles, hobbies, and organization.

Expansive covered patio with vaulted wood ceiling, spacious seating area, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Perfect for entertaining while enjoying the beautifully landscaped Scottsdale backyard.

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,026 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 14,219 Status: Active

Current Price: $2,495,000 List Date: 4/16/2026 Last Modified: 7/21/2026

Overview

Description

12120 E. Cortez Drive is a rare modern luxury retreat in the highly sought-after Sonoran Arroyos community, just moments from Ancala Country Club. Thoughtfully reimagined with a clean, design-forward aesthetic, this fully turnkey residence blends sophisticated finishes with effortless everyday living. Wide-plank wood flooring, imported tile, designer cabinetry, modern lighting, and great attention to detail create a refined yet warm atmosphere throughout. At the heart of the home, the chef's kitchen is designed to impress with premium Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, striking custom finishes, and seamless flow into the expansive living and entertaining spaces. New windows and doors flood the home with natural light while enhancing comfort and efficiency.

Supplements: Every detail has been elevated, including custom closets, new interior doors, and fresh interior and exterior paint, delivering a true move-in-ready luxury experience. Surrounded by Scottsdale's premier golf, hiking, dining, and resort amenities -- and conveniently located near Mayo Clinic and great schools -- this is the ideal home for the buyer ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 7012407

Location, Tax & Legal

House Number: 12120
Compass: E
Street Name: Cortez
St Suffix: Drive
City/Town Code: Scottsdale
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85259
Zip4: 3325
Country: US
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 217-44-167
Subdivision: Sonoran Arroyos
Tax Year: 2025
Assessor's Map #: 44
Assessor's Parcel #: 167
Tax Municipality: Scottsdale
Taxes: 4764

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: 5
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: Yes
Total Bathrooms: 4
Approx SQFT: 4026
Price/SqFt: 619.72
Horses: N
Builder Name: Unknown
Year Built: 1995
Approx Lot SqFt: 14219
Approx Lot Acres: 0.326
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 2
Elementary School District: Scottsdale Unified District
High School District: Scottsdale Unified District
Elementary School: Anasazi Elementary
Jr. High School: Mountainside Middle School
High School: Desert Mountain High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street: N 124th St & E Via Linda

Legal Info

Lot Number: 25

Basement

Basement Y/N: N

More Information

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces: 3
Slab Parking Spaces: 3
Total Covered Spaces: 3

Showing Notification Methods

Showing Service: Aligned Showings

Special Listing Cond

N/A: Yes

Construction

Wood Frame: Yes

Const - Finish

Painted: Yes
Stucco: Yes

Roofing

Tile: Yes

Association & Fees

HOA Y/N: Y
HOA Disclosure/Addendum Affirmation: Yes
HOA Transfer Fee: 200
HOA Fee: 266.7
HOA Paid Frequency: Quarterly
HOA Name: Sonoran Arroyos
HOA Telephone: (480) 355-1190
Special Assessment HOA: No
HOA 2 Y/N: N
PAD Fee Y/N: N
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee: 0
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee $/%: $
Prepaid Association Fees HOA: 266.7
Disclosure Fees HOA: 175
Other Fees HOA: 25
Other Fees Description: Processing Fee
Land Lease Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee Y/N: N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 88.9

Lockbox Type

Supra: Yes

Master Bathroom

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

Master Bedroom

Split: Yes

Add'l Property Use

None: Yes

Fireplace Features

Fire Pit: Yes

Flooring

Carpet: Yes
Tile: Yes

Private Pool Features

Play Pool: Yes

Community Features

Children's Playgrnd: Yes
Gated: Yes

Dining Area

Formal: Yes
Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Dining in LR/GR: Yes

Heating

Natural Gas: Yes

Kitchen Features

Built-In Gas Oven: Yes
Dishwasher: Yes
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Gas Cooktop: Yes
Granite Counters: Yes

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Central Air: Yes

Interior Features

Skylight(s): Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes

Laundry

Inside: Yes

Separate Den/Office

Sep Den/Office Y/N: N

Technology

Cable TV Avail: Yes
High Speed Internet: Yes

Fencing

Block: Yes
Wrought Iron: Yes

Water Source

City Water: Yes

Exterior Features

Built-in BBQ: Yes
Covered Patio(s): Yes
Patio: Yes

Spa

None: Yes

Sewer

Sewer - Public: Yes

Parking Features

Separate Strge Area: Yes
Direct Access: Yes
Garage Door Opener: Yes

New Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Utilities

APS: Yes
SW Gas: Yes

Existing 1st Loan

Treat as Free&Clear: Yes

Property Description

North/South Exposure: Yes
Adjacent to Wash: Yes

Landscaping

Desert Front: Yes
Desert Back: Yes
Synthetic Grass Back: Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Front: Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Back: Yes

Disclosures

Agency Discl Req: Yes

Possession

Close of Escrow: Yes

Association Fee Incl

Common Area Maint: Yes

Assoc Rules/Info

Prof Managed: Yes

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Add'l Property Use: None Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room; Bidet Master Bedroom: Split Fireplace Features: Fire Pit Flooring: Carpet; Tile Private Pool Features: Play Pool Spa: None Community Features: Children's Playgrnd; Gated Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Dining in LR/GR Kitchen Features: Built-In Gas Oven; Gas Cooktop; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Pantry; Granite Counters Laundry: Inside Interior Features: Skylight(s); Vaulted Ceiling(s) Technology: Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Patio Parking Features: Direct Access; Garage Door Opener; Separate Strge Area Construction: Wood Frame Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco Roofing: Tile Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s) Heating: Natural Gas Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Sewer - Public Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block Property Description: North/South Exposure; Adjacent to Wash Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Synthetic Grass Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back Lockbox Type: Supra Possession: Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear New Financing: Cash; Conventional Disclosures: Agency Discl Req

Listing Office: First Team Real Estate

Last Updated: July - 21 - 2026