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8564 E Mcdonald Dr
C Composite 56.03
Why this score? — see what drove the C grade

The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).

  • Cash flow +18.1/30.0
  • ARV discount +12.4/15.0
  • DSCR +5.7/10.0
  • 1% rule +4.8/10.0
  • Schools +4.8/10.0
  • Livability +4.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +3.8/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$379,000

8564 E Mcdonald Dr · Scottsdale, AZ 85250
4 bd · 3.0 ba · 1,584 sqft · Townhouse public records · 38 Days on market
Built 1964 $239/sqft · 11% below area Est $425k · 11% under $399/mo HOA · 11% of rent

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

Key facts

  • Secure storage shed
  • Remodeled bathroom
  • Private patio

Tags

REMODELED BATHROOMPRIVATE PATIOSECURE STORAGE SHEDPLAYGROUND

Property features AI

Finance

  • Financial info: Current financing: FHA
  • HOA & community: Monthly HOA fee of $399; HOA covers roof repair and replacement, insurance, exterior and grounds maintenance, front yard maintenance, trash, water, and other items; Community amenities include a pool, playground, and biking/walking path

Exterior

  • Parking: Covered parking for 2; Assigned parking with separate storage area; 2-car carport
  • Utilities: City water; Public sewer
  • Home design: Attached townhouse; Fee simple ownership
  • Construction: Stucco and painted block construction; Composition roof
  • Exterior features: Block fencing; Desert front and grass front landscaping

Interior

  • Kitchen: Built-in microwave; Dishwasher; Disposal; Kitchen island; Pantry
  • Bedrooms: Up to 4 bedrooms
  • Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Tile
  • Bathrooms: 2 bathrooms (1 full, 1 half)
  • Heating & cooling: Electric heating; Central air conditioning
  • Interior features: Granite counters; Eat-in kitchen; Kitchen island; Pantry; Storage
  • Laundry & utility: Washer/dryer hookup only

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 3.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 4-bed/3.0-bath townhouse listed at $379k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $331 ($4k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $373k (1.7% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $368k (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 7.3% vs local median 2.5% in Scottsdale — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 80/100 on livability (#4 in AZ, #1,756 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, employment A+; Watch: health & safety C-, cost of living F.
  • Scottsdale Unified District (4240) (urban): math 53% / reading 55% proficiency, ranked #30 of 249 in AZ (top 12%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
  • Zoned schools: Navajo Elementary School (math 42% / reading 42%, grade F, #371 of 1,109 statewide, top 34%, 472 students, 46% FRL); Mohave Middle School (math 45% / reading 48%, grade D+, #43 of 218 statewide, top 20%, 799 students, 31% FRL); Saguaro High School (math 37% / reading 41%, grade F, #78 of 381 statewide, top 20%, 1,466 students, 25% FRL).
  • Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+5.2%/yr); 213 active listings in the ZIP; 40 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 26d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 45% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; solid renter incomes; 36,011 units permitted in Maricopa County in 2024 (12,801 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • At $3,726/mo this rent would consume 47% of the median local household income ($96k/yr) (locally 288% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $3k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $11k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Maricopa County population projected at +38% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 38 days — a 3% lower offer ($368k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 16 sale attempts since 20y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
  • Current owner paid $249k; list at $379k implies a 52% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Climate carrying-cost: extreme-heat days projected 7→19/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $367,630 (3.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 38 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 3% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Built in 1964 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  3. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  5. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
  6. What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
  7. What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
  8. How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.

Investment metrics

1% rule
0.98%
Cap rate
7.34%
Cash-on-cash
3.74%
DSCR
1.17
GRM
8.5

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$425,001
List price
$379,000
Delta
-10.82%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
8560 E Mcdonald Dr 0.01mi 4/1.5 1,584 (0%) 4mo $324,000 $205 90
6027 N Granite Reef Rd 0.17mi 4/2.5 1,584 (0%) 4mo $459,000 $290 86
8520 E Montebello Ave 0.23mi 4/2.5 1,584 (0%) 4mo $455,500 $288 83
8447 E Montebello Ave 0.30mi 4/2.5 1,584 (0%) 6mo $535,000 $338 79
8329 E Keim Dr 0.31mi 3/2.0 (-1) 1,584 (0%) 10mo $494,500 $312 68
6131 N Granite Reef Rd 0.12mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,408 (-11%) 4mo $408,000 $290 66
5941 N 83rd St 0.33mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,692 (+7%) 1mo $415,000 $245 65
8554 E Mcdonald Dr 0.02mi 3/1.5 (-1) 1,408 (-11%) 11mo $382,500 $272 60
6173 N Granite Reef Rd 0.14mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,408 (-11%) 11mo $408,000 $290 59
5835 N 83rd St 0.42mi 4/2.5 1,757 (+11%) 3mo $485,000 $276 58
6005 N Granite Reef Rd 0.19mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,408 (-11%) 11mo $430,000 $305 56
8341 E Keim Dr 0.29mi 3/2.0 (-1) 1,352 (-15%) 11mo $500,000 $370 44

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 5.17% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-8.0%
Equity multiple
0.70×
Total profit
$-31,982
Equity at exit
$56,510
10-year hold
IRR
4.1%
Equity multiple
1.33×
Total profit
$35,149
Equity at exit
$32,769

Cash invested: $106,120 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
State Arizona
87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
5-day pay-or-quit; AZ courts known for speed; no state rent control; cities preempted by state law.

ZIP-level market 85250

Rents YoY
5.2%
Active inventory
213
Price-to-rent
8.5×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$3,726 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,988
Tax from tax record
$68 /mo · $822/yr
Insurance
$158
HOA
$399
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$783
Net cashflow
$331

Break-even live

Break-even rent $3,308
Max offer price $379,000
Occupancy floor 86%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $545 -5% $438 +0% $331 +5% $224 +10% $-336
Rent -10% $36 -5% $184 +0% $331 +5% $478 +10% $625
Rate -1.0pp $522 -0.5pp $427 base $331 +0.5pp $233 +1.0pp $133

UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt

Financing live

Cash to close

Down payment
$94,750
Closing costs
$11,370
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 40 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
6063 N Granite Reef Rd Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1584 $2,400 $1.52 9d 1 0.09mi
5853 N Granite Reef Rd Unit 5853 Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1584 $2,500 $1.58 45d 1 0.15mi
8531 E Keim Dr Unit 1558682P Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 3.0 2142 $4,870 $2.27 0d 1 0.18mi
8702 E Starlight Way Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1583 $2,950 $1.86 12d 1 0.22mi
8340 E McDonald Dr #1002 Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1809 $3,300 $1.82 23d 1 0.23mi
8340 E McDonald Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1854 $3,398 $1.83 0d 2 0.23mi
8420 E Keim Dr Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 2154 $4,400 $2.04 25d 1 0.24mi
8656 E Solano Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1540 $3,750 $2.44 19d 1 0.24mi
8372 E Solano Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1714 $2,750 $1.60 45d 1 0.26mi
8738 E Starlight Way Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 1.5 1583 $3,500 $2.21 45d 1 0.28mi
5818 N Granite Reef Rd Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 3.0 1679 $5,900 $3.51 45d 1 0.30mi
8743 E Berridge Ln Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1559 $2,650 $1.70 19d 1 0.30mi
8737 E Rose Ln Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 1654 $5,000 $3.02 45d 1 0.36mi
8225 E Berridge Ln Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 1746 $2,895 $1.66 21d 1 0.38mi
8225 E Berridge Ln Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 1746 $2,895 $1.66 45d 1 0.38mi
6332 N Granite Reef Rd Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1380 $2,800 $2.03 0d 1 0.45mi
8625 E Lincoln Dr Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 1837 $6,500 $3.54 45d 1 0.48mi
8308 E Buena Terra Way Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1852 $3,495 $1.89 45d 1 0.49mi
5909 N 81st St Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1344 $5,000 $3.72 45d 1 0.50mi
8501 E Jackrabbit Rd Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 3.0 2050 $6,000 $2.93 45d 1 0.52mi
6508 N 85th Pl Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 3.0 1816 $5,400 $2.97 4d 1 0.53mi
8307 E Arlington Rd Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 1956 $4,500 $2.30 25d 1 0.55mi
5420 N Granite Reef Rd Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1575 $3,600 $2.29 9d 1 0.61mi
5420 N Granite Reef Rd Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1575 $4,199 $2.67 45d 1 0.61mi
8737 E Sage Dr Scottsdale, AZ 4.0 2.0 1795 $3,300 $1.84 21d 1 0.63mi
8225 E Jackrabbit Rd Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1655 $7,995 $4.83 4d 1 0.64mi
8426 E Plaza Ave Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1372 $7,000 $5.10 45d 1 0.65mi
8737 E Plaza Ave Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1620 $3,650 $2.25 23d 1 0.72mi
8737 E Plaza Ave Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1620 $3,650 $2.25 25d 1 0.72mi
8611 E Vista Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1756 $3,995 $2.28 25d 1 0.78mi
6630 N 81st Pl Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1704 $4,900 $2.88 45d 1 0.81mi
7906 E Keim Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 1.0 1053 $3,700 $3.51 45d 1 0.81mi
7931 E San Miguel Ave #8 Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1673 $2,700 $1.61 16d 1 0.82mi
7908 E Solano Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1850 $7,500 $4.05 45d 1 0.86mi
7845 E Valley Vista Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1053 $2,450 $2.33 45d 1 0.88mi
8413 E Orange Blossom Ln Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1260 $3,500 $2.78 45d 1 0.88mi
7818 E Rovey Ave Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1233 $3,250 $2.64 45d 1 0.89mi
6249 N 78th St #13 Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 3.0 1925 $7,500 $3.90 16d 1 0.89mi
7826 E San Miguel Ave Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.0 1827 $3,195 $1.75 0d 1 0.89mi
8141 E Vista Dr Scottsdale, AZ 3.0 2.5 1728 $2,850 $1.65 25d 1 0.92mi

HOA detail

Monthly dues
$399 · $4,788/yr
Likely covers
pool

Listing history 50 events

  1. 2026-06-21
    days on market $379,000 Active 38 DOM
  2. 2026-06-18
    days on market $379,000 Active 35 DOM
  3. 2026-06-17
    days on market $379,000 Active 34 DOM
  4. 2026-06-16
    days on market $379,000 Active 33 DOM
  5. 2026-06-15
    days on market $379,000 Active 32 DOM
  6. 2026-06-13
    days on market $379,000 Active 30 DOM
  7. 2026-06-13
    days on market $379,000 Active 29 DOM
  8. 2026-06-09
    days on market $379,000 Active 26 DOM
  9. 2026-06-08
    days on market $379,000 Active 25 DOM
  10. 2026-06-07
    days on market $379,000 Active 24 DOM
  11. 2026-06-04
    days on market $379,000 Active 21 DOM
  12. 2026-06-03
    days on market $379,000 Active 20 DOM
  13. 2026-06-02
    days on market $379,000 Active 19 DOM
  14. 2026-06-01
    days on market $379,000 Active 18 DOM
  15. 2026-05-31
    days on market $379,000 Active 17 DOM
  16. 2026-05-14
    listed $379,000 Active 788-char remark
  17. 2026-03-24
    historical
  18. 2026-02-27
    price $385,000
  19. 2026-02-13
    price $399,000
  20. 2026-01-28
    price $408,000
  21. 2026-01-02
    price $418,000
  22. 2025-12-03
    price $420,000
  23. 2025-11-14
    price $434,000
  24. 2025-11-04
    price $444,000
  25. 2025-10-16
    listed $459,000 Active
  26. 2019-05-24
    soldstatus $249,000 Closed
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  27. 2019-05-24
    soldstatus $249,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  28. 2019-04-29
    status Pending
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  29. 2019-04-25
    price $249,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  30. 2019-04-11
    price $250,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  31. 2019-03-21
    price $253,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  32. 2019-03-07
    price $255,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  33. 2019-02-21
    price $257,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  34. 2019-02-07
    price $259,000
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  35. 2019-01-23
    listed $262,000 Active
    Show marketing remark (344 chars)

    This Scottsdale two-story offers granite kitchen countertops, stainless steel appliances, and two carports. Upgraded features include fresh interior paint . and new carpet in select rooms. A community pool, clubhouse, and park are part of the ark Scottsdale Townhouse HOA. Home comes with a 30-day buyback guarantee. Terms and conditions apply.

  36. 2019-01-04
    soldstatus $243,000 Closed
  37. 2018-12-19
    historical Under Contract Accepting Backups
  38. 2018-12-06
    status Active
  39. 2018-10-22
    historical Under Contract Accepting Backups
  40. 2018-09-14
    listed $254,900 Active
  41. 2016-01-01
    historical
  42. 2015-11-27
    price $215,000
  43. 2015-10-20
    price $220,000
  44. 2015-09-02
    price $229,999
  45. 2015-08-01
    listed $235,000 Active
  46. 2014-09-05
    soldstatus $174,250 Closed
  47. 2014-09-05
    soldstatus $175,000
  48. 2014-07-21
    historical Under Contract Accepting Backups
  49. 2014-07-11
    listed $184,900 Active
  50. 2014-06-10
    historical

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Tax reassessment forecast AZ · Resets to sale price

Current annual tax
$822 · $68/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$2,501 · $208/mo
Expected delta
+$1,679/yr (+$140/mo · 204.3%)

ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 3/10 Moderate
  • 🌡 Heat 9/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥112°F today · 19 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 2 unhealthy d/yr today · 3 by 30 yrs out

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$44,715
− Mortgage interest
−$21,230
− Property taxes
−$822
− Insurance
−$1,895
− Repairs & maintenance
−$3,577
− Management
−$3,577
− HOA
−$4,788
− Depreciation
−$11,025
Taxable loss
−$2,200
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$528
After-tax cash flow
$4,498/yr

For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.

Schools (NCES district)

District
Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
NCES district ID
0407570
Math proficiency
53% ▼ -10.00%
Reading proficiency
55% ▼ -8.00%
Median HH income
$70,139
Composite
48.02/100
National rank
#2196
State rank
#30 of 249 in AZ

Livability — Scottsdale

Score
80/100
State rank
#4
US rank
#1756

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute A+ Cost of living F Crime B+ Employment A+ Housing A- Health & safety C- User ratings B

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Scottsdale, AZ
County
Maricopa County · 4,537,380 people
City population
290,846
Metro
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
Population (ZIP)
15,394
Household income
$95,761
Rent vs Own
21.9% rent · 78.1% own
Severe rent burden
288.0

Population outlook (Maricopa County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
4,979,203 people
By 2030
5,378,229 · +8.0%
By 2040
6,156,598 · +23.6%
By 2050
6,872,376 · +38.0%
By 2075
8,401,270 · +68.7%
By 2100
9,247,439 · +85.7%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly White (78%)
Race & ethnicity
White 78% Hispanic / Latino 8% Two or more races 8% Asian 5% Native American 2% Black 1%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 6%
Common ancestry
Romanian 4% Portuguese 2% Lithuanian 2%
Foreign-born
10% · Canada, South Korea, Vietnam
Languages at home
91% English-only · Spanish 4% Other Indo-European 2% Russian/Polish/Slavic 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Maricopa

2024 margin
Toss-up / Even · D 47.7% · R 51.2% · Other 1.1%
2008→2024 swing
+7.1pp toward D · 2008: -10.6pp · 2024: -3.5pp
All cycles
2024: R+3.5 2020: D+2.2 2016: R+3.5 2012: R+12.0 2008: R+10.6

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -568.01%
Current HPI
385.5354
Rent YoY
▲ 5.17%
Metro
Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ
State GDP YoY
▲ 4.54%
F500 in state
20

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in AZ)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+1526.6% since first listed
62 events — show timeline
  • 2026-05-14 Listed $379,000 ARMLS
  • 2026-03-24 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2026-02-27 Price Changed $385,000 ARMLS
  • 2026-02-13 Price Changed $399,000 ARMLS
  • 2026-01-28 Price Changed $408,000 ARMLS
  • 2026-01-02 Price Changed $418,000 ARMLS
  • 2025-12-03 Price Changed $420,000 ARMLS
  • 2025-11-14 Price Changed $434,000 ARMLS
  • 2025-11-04 Price Changed $444,000 ARMLS
  • 2025-10-16 Listed $459,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-05-24 Sold (Public Records) $249,000 Public Records
  • 2019-05-24 Sold (MLS) $249,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-04-29 Pending ARMLS
  • 2019-04-25 Price Changed $249,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-04-11 Price Changed $250,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-03-21 Price Changed $253,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-03-07 Price Changed $255,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-02-21 Price Changed $257,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-02-07 Price Changed $259,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-01-23 Listed $262,000 ARMLS
  • 2019-01-04 Sold (MLS) $243,000 ARMLS
  • 2018-12-19 Contingent ARMLS
  • 2018-12-06 Relisted ARMLS
  • 2018-10-22 Contingent ARMLS
  • 2018-09-14 Listed $254,900 ARMLS
  • 2016-01-01 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2015-11-27 Price Changed $215,000 ARMLS
  • 2015-10-20 Price Changed $220,000 ARMLS
  • 2015-09-02 Price Changed $229,999 ARMLS
  • 2015-08-01 Listed $235,000 ARMLS
  • 2014-09-05 Sold (Public Records) $175,000 Public Records
  • 2014-09-05 Sold (MLS) $174,250 ARMLS
  • 2014-07-21 Contingent ARMLS
  • 2014-07-11 Listed $184,900 ARMLS
  • 2014-06-10 Price Changed $184,900 ARMLS
  • 2014-06-10 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2014-06-07 Price Changed $194,900 ARMLS
  • 2014-06-03 Price Changed $199,750 ARMLS
  • 2014-05-29 Price Changed $199,800 ARMLS
  • 2014-05-22 Price Changed $199,970 ARMLS
  • 2014-05-19 Price Changed $199,980 ARMLS
  • 2014-05-08 Listed $199,990 ARMLS
  • 2009-05-29 Sold (MLS) $117,100 ARMLS
  • 2009-05-01 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2008-12-19 Listed $119,900 ARMLS
  • 2008-01-09 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2007-07-09 Listed $245,900 ARMLS
  • 2007-07-06 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2007-05-26 Listed $249,500 ARMLS
  • 2007-05-21 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2007-02-21 Listed $250,000 ARMLS
  • 2007-02-14 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2006-11-07 Listed $245,000 ARMLS
  • 2006-11-01 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2006-08-24 Listed $249,900 ARMLS
  • 2006-08-23 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2006-08-01 Listed $246,500 ARMLS
  • 2006-07-20 Listing Removed ARMLS
  • 2006-06-16 Listed $278,900 ARMLS
  • 2006-03-02 Sold (Public Records) $200,000 Public Records
  • 1977-05-25 Sold (Public Records) $28,500 Public Records
  • 1972-11-15 Sold (Public Records) $23,300 Public Records

Property tax history

-2.1%/yr

Latest (2025): $822 · +4.2% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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