Discover your desert sanctuary--a unique 2600 sq ft earth-sheltered home nestled on 2.5 acres of natural Sonoran landscape just north of Phoenix. Designed for energy efficiency and harmony with nature, this home offers year-round comfort, low utility bills, and an unmatched connection to the desert. Perfect for relaxing evenings featuring a jetted hot tub beneath a skylight for unwinding, a dedicated billiards area with a pool table, and a large workshop perfect for hobbies and projects. Home is located Just ten minutes from restaurants, shopping, services and a hospital, yet you'll feel like you're on vacation while sitting at home seeing rabbits, quail and roadrunners roam right outside your living room window. All major appliances included. Super clean and ready for move in.. Property Highlights [include but not limited to:] Earth-sheltered design: Naturally cool in summer, warm in winter, Low utility bills [Consistent and affordable], Native desert landscaping: Low maintenance, Privacy & peace: Set back from the road with mountain views, A 2,600 sq ft Spacious interior with natural light from skylights and south-facing exposure, 2.49 acres: Room to expand, garden, or just enjoy the quiet, No HOA: Freedom to live sustainably without restrictions. Ideal for remote workers, nature lovers, and horse owners
For sale
$750,000
412 W Joy Ranch Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85086
3beds
2,595sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
2.48 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$289/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Earth-sheltered home
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- 1,956 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 16, 2025 at 10:37am
Listed by:
Matthew W. Long 480-330-6788,
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6953080

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Evaporative Cooling
Features
- High Speed Internet, Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm, Laminate Counters
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,595
- Total interior livable area: 2,595 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Lever Handles, Bath Lever Faucets
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Block,Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 2.48 Acres
- Features: Natural Desert Back, Natural Desert Front
Details
- Parcel number: 21123046C
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Territorial/Santa Fe
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, See Remarks, Painted
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Services included: No Fees
Location
- Region: Phoenix
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $289/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $348,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,490
- Date on market: 12/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 54 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000+3.4%$289/sqft |
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| 11/7/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $725,000$279/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | -- | -- |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | -- | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,083/mo
Principal & interest
$3564
Home insurance
$263
Property taxes
$256
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 85086
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Desert Mountain SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Boulder Creek High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Desert Mountain School
- Middle: Desert Mountain School
- High: Boulder Creek High School
- District: Deer Valley Unified District
Source: ARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





