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McCormick Ranch Homes for Sale in Scottsdale
Lakes, greenbelts and golf in Scottsdale’s original master-planned community
McCormick Ranch Homes for Sale
McCormick Ranch is one of Scottsdale’s most established master-planned communities, laid out in the 1970s around lakes, greenbelts and two championship golf courses in the 85258 zip code. Decades later it remains one of the most requested addresses in central Scottsdale.
McCormick Ranch homes for sale span the full range: patio homes and townhomes on the golf courses, single-family homes on quiet cul-de-sacs, remodeled ranch homes and lakefront properties with private docks. The common thread is green space, water and a location minutes from everything Scottsdale offers.
Where Is McCormick Ranch?
McCormick Ranch sits in central Scottsdale, generally between Scottsdale Road and Pima Road and between McCormick Parkway and Shea Boulevard. The Loop 101 is a few minutes east, the SR-51 is a short drive west, and Old Town Scottsdale and the Scottsdale Fashion Square are just to the south.
Sky Harbor is a reasonable drive, the Scottsdale Airpark employment center is minutes north, and the Mayo Clinic, Kierland and Paradise Valley are all close.
Why Buyers Choose McCormick Ranch
Water and greenbelts define the community. Miles of paved paths wind through parks and along lakes, and the two McCormick Ranch Golf Club courses thread through the neighborhoods. Residents walk, bike and jog the greenbelt, paddle the lakes and play tennis and golf without leaving the ranch.
The location is equally strong. Old Town’s restaurants, galleries and nightlife, the Scottsdale Fashion Square, spring training and the Scottsdale Unified School District’s well-regarded elementary, middle and high schools are all part of daily life here.
McCormick Ranch Real Estate and Home Styles
Most homes date from the 1970s through the 1990s, and many have been thoroughly remodeled. Options include golf-course patio homes and townhomes in HOA communities, single-family homes on interior streets, larger custom homes and a limited number of lakefront homes that rarely come to market.
Value depends on frontage and setting. Lakefront and golf-frontage homes carry a premium, followed by homes with greenbelt access. Buyers should also weigh the quality of remodel work, roof and system ages, and HOA rules and dues, which vary by subdivision within the ranch.
Living in McCormick Ranch
A typical week might include a greenbelt walk to the lake, a round at the Palm or Pine course, dinner in Old Town and a weekend at the parks or tennis courts. Shopping and services are along Scottsdale, Hayden and Shea, and the community’s mature trees and lawns give it a feel that newer desert communities cannot replicate.
Schools are a major reason families choose the ranch, with Scottsdale Unified elementary and middle schools inside or beside the community and Chaparral High School nearby. Verify assignments by address.
Things to Consider When Buying in McCormick Ranch
With homes now several decades old, inspections of roofs, plumbing, electrical, pool equipment and any remodel work are important. HOA documents differ by subdivision and should be reviewed, especially for patio homes and townhomes.
Lakefront, golf-frontage and greenbelt homes draw the most competition and sell quickly when priced well. Buyers who know which subdivisions and settings they prefer will be ready to act.
Selling a Home in McCormick Ranch
McCormick Ranch sellers have strong demand on their side, but pricing must reflect setting and condition, since a lakefront remodel and an original-condition interior home are very different listings. Photography that captures water, greenbelt and golf views and clear documentation of updates will attract the right buyers.
Discover PHX can review recent McCormick Ranch sales by subdivision and setting, advise on preparation and market your home to the buyers actively searching central Scottsdale.
Thinking About Buying or Selling in McCormick Ranch?
If you are interested in upcoming listings, have questions about the home buying process, or are preparing your McCormick Ranch home for sale, contact Discover PHX today. We can help you review available homes, compare areas, understand pricing, and build a strategy based on your goals.
Interested in finding out what your McCormick Ranch home is worth? Contact us directly at 480-771-1872 or contact us here.
McCormick Ranch Real Estate FAQs
Where is McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale?
McCormick Ranch is in central Scottsdale’s 85258 zip code, generally between Scottsdale Road and Pima Road and between McCormick Parkway and Shea Boulevard, just north of Old Town.
What makes McCormick Ranch different from other Scottsdale communities?
It was master-planned around lakes, miles of greenbelt paths and two golf courses, giving it mature trees, lawns and water that newer desert communities do not have.
What types of homes are in McCormick Ranch?
Golf-course patio homes and townhomes, single-family homes on interior streets, remodeled ranch homes, larger custom homes and a small number of lakefront properties.
Which schools serve McCormick Ranch?
The Scottsdale Unified School District, with elementary and middle schools in or beside the community and Chaparral High School nearby. Confirm assignments by address.
What should buyers review before purchasing in McCormick Ranch?
Roof, plumbing, electrical and pool condition on older homes, the quality of remodel work, and the HOA rules and dues for the specific subdivision.
How can I find out what my McCormick Ranch home is worth?
Contact Discover PHX for a local home value review based on recent sales by subdivision and setting, condition, upgrades and current buyer demand.
