Scottsdale Service Areas & Neighborhoods
Every neighborhood in Scottsdale is unique. Explore our local community guides and estimated rent ranges below.
Understanding Scottsdale's Diverse Neighborhoods
From the grassy parks of McCormick Ranch to the scenic desert hills of Troon North and the gated luxury of Silverleaf, Scottsdale offers a wide variety of neighborhoods. Managing a rental home successfully requires knowing each area's unique features:
North Scottsdale
Custom desert homes, heavy-duty air conditioning, executive and medical professional tenants, with rents from $3,200 to $14,000+/month.
Central Scottsdale
Established neighborhoods, shady trees, great Scottsdale schools, and long-term tenants who stay for years.
South & Old Town
Walkable city living, upscale condos, updated patio homes, and quick access to dining, shopping, and employers.
Major Scottsdale Areas
The main parts of Scottsdale, from the north desert foothills down to the downtown core.
North Scottsdale
$3,200 – $14,000 / moFamous for Troon, Grayhawk, and DC Ranch, offering scenic mountain views, top-rated schools, and high rental demand.
South Scottsdale
$1,900 – $3,500 / moPopular neighborhood near Old Town and Tempe, attracting healthcare workers and young professionals looking for updated homes.
Central Scottsdale
$2,400 – $5,500 / moEstablished neighborhoods with great schools, quiet streets, and long-term tenants who love the central location.
Old Town Scottsdale
$1,950 – $4,200 / moWalkable cultural and dining hub known for upscale condos, townhomes, and executive rentals.
Scottsdale Planned Communities
Golf communities, lakeside neighborhoods, and gated subdivisions.
DC Ranch
$3,800 – $12,000 / moBeautiful community at the base of the McDowell Mountains with community centers, golf, parks, and Market Street shops.
Silverleaf
$8,500 – $25,000+ / moScottsdale’s most prestigious gated community, requiring attentive, high-touch property care and discretion.
Grayhawk
$2,800 – $6,500 / moPopular golf community with tennis courts, parks, and walking paths, offering stable, long-term tenants.
McCormick Ranch
$2,600 – $6,000 / moClassic community famous for its green grass, walking paths, lakes, and neighborhood shopping centers.
Gainey Ranch
$3,500 – $9,000 / moQuiet, gated golf community in the heart of Scottsdale with private security and lovely landscaped grounds.
Scottsdale Ranch
$2,700 – $6,500 / moWaterfront neighborhood centered around Lake Serena, offering single-story homes and relaxing lakeside living.
Troon & Troon North
$3,600 – $11,000 / moPeaceful desert living surrounded by giant granite boulders, world-class golf, and scenic hiking trails.
McDowell Mountain Ranch
$2,900 – $6,000 / moWelcoming family neighborhood with community pools, pickleball courts, and direct access to mountain hiking trails.
Kierland
$2,500 – $6,500 / moWalkable neighborhood steps away from dining and shopping at Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter.
Neighboring Towns & Foothill Communities
Nearby communities that share Scottsdale's strong rental demand and great quality of life.
Paradise Valley
$6,000 – $25,000+ / moNeighboring luxury community known for private, one-acre lots, quiet estates, and mountain views.
Fountain Hills
$2,400 – $5,500 / moScenic hillside town east of Scottsdale, famous for its towering fountain, mountain views, and quiet neighborhoods.
Cave Creek
$2,500 – $6,500 / moCharming town north of Scottsdale offering open desert living, larger lots, and scenic mountain views.
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