Discover the pinnacle of Arizona living in this move-in-ready, beautifully upgraded 3+ bedroom, 2-bath home with a flexible Office/Den/4th Bedroom in the gated Preserve at Sonoran Gate community in North Phoenix. Backing directly to the 9,600-acre Sonoran Desert Preserve, this home offers unparalleled privacy and tranquil living with stunning desert mountain views and vibrant sunsets that must be seen to be believed. Relax and entertain in your private backyard oasis, featuring a heated saltwater pool, soothing waterfall, and lush landscaping with thriving citrus trees. Inside, the open floorplan boasts a luxurious primary suite, and a chef-inspired kitchen and designer finishes. Meticulously Maintained and Better than New. Location is perfectly positioned to enjoy proximity to amenities Location is perfectly positioned to enjoy proximity to amenities while escaping the hustle and bustle, it's an oasis of calm with direct access to Dixie Mountain and Apache Wash hiking and biking trails. The gated Family friendly community enhances your lifestyle with two playgrounds, a BBQ area, and a splash pad. Close to Scottsdale / Cave Creek / North Phoenix amenities, Shopping and Mayo Clinic. Just 30 min to PHX airport with a short commute to hot new TSMC area. Perfect Family home or Vacation Home. Visit this serene retreat to experience the peaceful ambiance and breathtaking views for yourself to unlock the lifestyle you've been dreaming of...
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Price cut: $5.5K (7/17)
$769,500
537 E Balao Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85085
3beds
2baths
1,773sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2019
7,241 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$434/sqft
$139/mo HOA
What's special
Heated saltwater poolOpen floorplanLush landscapingVibrant sunsetsLuxurious primary suiteThriving citrus treesDesigner finishes
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 04:44pm
Listed by:
Michael Zschunke Mike@Shift1Properties.com,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Arizona Properties
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6853547

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Programmable Thmstat
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop
- Laundry: Engy Star (See Rmks)
Features
- High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Breakfast Bar, No Interior Steps, Vaulted Ceiling(s), 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,773
- Total interior livable area: 1,773 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: RV Gate, Garage Door Opener, Direct Access
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Zero-Grade Entry, Remote Devices
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Playground, Private Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Heated
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Block,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 7,241 Square Feet
- Features: Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Gravel/Stone Front, Gravel/Stone Back, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Details
- Parcel number: 21175214
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Stone
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 2019
Details
- Builder name: Taylor Morrison
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City Water
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Playground, Biking/Walking Path
- Security: Fire Sprinkler System
- Subdivision: GATEWAY AT SONORAN PRESERVE
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Other (See Remarks)
- HOA fee: $139 monthly
- HOA name: Sonoran Gate Communi
- HOA phone: 480-539-1396
Location
- Region: Phoenix
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $434/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $630,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,288
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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