8956 E Venus Drive

Carefree, AZ
$ 1,374,000 Beds 4 Baths 2 Sq 2,814 Virtual Tour
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,374,000
  • City
  • Carefree
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • MARICOPA
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 1.08 Acres
  • Zip
  • 85377
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,814
  • Year Built
  • 1980
  • Taxes
  • $ 1711
  • Style
  • Spanish
  • MLS#
  • 7077250
Listed By: W and Partners, LLC; 602-828-5767
Data Source: Arizona Regional MLS (ARMLSN)

Features

General

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
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

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Gilbert, AZ office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Black Mountain Elementary School
Middle School Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School Cactus Shadows High School

Price History

9/9/2026 Listed $1,374,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 85377

Price
AVG $2.63M
$1.37M
Taxes
AVG $3,172
$1,711
Year Built
AVG 1998
1980
Visits
AVG 328
18
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8956 E Venus Drive Carefree, AZ is a Single Family Home for sale at $1374000 with 2814 sqft and a lot size of 1.08 Acres Acre(s). 8956 E Venus Drive Carefree has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1980. The property's zip code is 85377 which is in Carefree, AZ

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