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Address
8956 E Venus Drive, Carefree, AZ
Price
$ 1,374,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#7077250
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyMARICOPA
- CityCarefree
- NeighborhoodVELVET SHADOWS
- Zip85377
- StyleSpanish
- Year Built1980
- Taxes$ 1711
- Price$ 1,374,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2814
- Lot Size1.08 Acres
Data Source:
Arizona Regional MLS (ARMLSN)
Property Description
Stunning custom Sonoran estate on 1.08 acres in coveted Carefree -- fully remodeled in 2024 with fresh 2026 updates and sweeping Desert Mountain views. Soaring 20-foot vaulted ceilings, skylights, and brand-new Sunstone flooring flow through open living areas with two wood-burning fireplaces. The showpiece kitchen dazzles: quartz waterfall counters, custom two-tone cabinets with rose gold hardware, Café Line appliances, floor-to-ceiling quartz backsplash, and dedicated skylight. Primary suite features a walk-in closet, private exit, and spa ensuite with marble floors, vessel sinks, and soaking tub. Out back: wraparound patio with built-in BBQ, refinished pool, synthetic putting green with hole lights, outdoor sound system, and solar landscape lighting -- set against Arizona sunsets. Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully considered: wood-casing windows, real wood doors, plantation shutters, and neutral-toned walls that let the architecture breathe. The chef's kitchen also features an under-mount sink beneath a rose gold gooseneck faucet, peninsula seating for many, a stainless hood, and a brand-new built-in pantry. A separate dining room framed by backyard views is anchored by an elegant chandelier; pure entertaining energy with an elegant touch of an artistic stained glass upper window providing a colorful glow at certain times of the day. The primary suite includes its own wood-burning fireplace; the guest bath serves three additional bedrooms with quartz counters, marble flooring, subway tile, round black mirrors, and a custom tiled shower with glass doors and bench seating. Just past the entry, a vanishing screen door and brand-new courtyard -- paver flooring, small fountain, ambient lighting, reading bench, and custom artisan iron entry door -- set a tranquil tone perfect for that morning coffee. Curated landscape sculpture, fresh turf, and mature palms complete the backyard. The extended-length 3-car garage is newly epoxied. Behind the scenes: whole-home water softener and HVAC air purification. Single-level living with North and south exposure keeps every room comfortable year-round. Tucked into the private Velvet Shadows enclave on one of Carefree's most sought-after custom-home streets, minutes to the shops, restaurants, and trails of Carefree and Cave Creek. This estate is truly one of a kind.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Black Mountain Elementary School | Sonoran Trails Middle School | Cactus Shadows High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/9/2026 | Listed $1,374,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic in & Cnctd,Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s),Programmable Thmstat |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Built-Up,Foam |
| HOA Fee | 60.0 |
| Garage Spaces | 3.0 |
| Association Fee Includes | Maintenance Grounds |
| Architectural Style | Spanish |
| Pool Features | Play Pool |
| Construction Materials | Stucco,Wood Frame,Painted |
| Year Built | 1980 |
| View | Desert,Panoramic,Mountain(s) |
| Township | 6N |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Biking/Walking Path |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Annually |
| County | Maricopa |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | Yes |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | VELVET SHADOWS |
| Special Listing Conditions | N/A |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Please refer to your Navigation |
| High School | Cactus Shadows High School |
| City | Carefree |
| Disclosures | Seller Discl Avail |
| Association Name | Carefree Shadows |
| High School District | Cave Creek Unified District |
| Open Parking Spaces | 4.0 |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 47025.0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0.0 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Spa Features | None |
| Elementary School | Black Mountain Elementary School |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1711.98 |
| Home Warranty Y/N | No |
| Current Financing | Other,Non Assumable |
| Middle/Junior High School | Sonoran Trails Middle School |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/f652e47e-3ab0-4863-a6fd-815ec619313e?initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Builder Name | Unkown |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Elementary School District | Cave Creek Unified District |
| Tax Lot | 25 |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| New Financing: Conventional | True |
| Senior Community | No |
| Ttl Monthly Fee Equiv | 5.0 |
| New Financing Cash | True |
| New Financing: VA | True |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Non-laminate Counter,High Speed Internet,Double Vanity,Eat-in Kitchen,Breakfast Bar,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Full Bth Master Bdrm,Separate Shwr & Tub |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Vinyl,Tile |
| Fireplace Features | Living Room,Master Bedroom |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Window Features | Skylight(s),Dual Pane,Wood Frames |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Laundry Features | In Garage |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 4 |
| Other_sp_Rooms_co_Family_sp_Room | True |
| Other_sp_Rooms_co_Great_sp_Room | True |
| Built-in Microwave | True |
| Non-laminate Counter | True |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Built-in Barbecue |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Block,Wrought Iron |
| Parking Features | RV Access/Parking,Garage Door Opener,Extended Length Garage |
| Lot Features | Borders Common Area,North/South Exposure,Sprinklers In Rear,Sprinklers In Front,Desert Back,Desert Front,Natural Desert Back,Synthetic Grass Back,Auto Timer H2O Front,Auto Timer H2O Back |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 47025.0 |
| Spa | No |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.08 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Covered Spaces | 3.0 |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Horse Y/N | No |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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