For sale Home

Listed Sep 8, 2026

$2,188,000 Est. $14,472/mo

12228 East Cortez Drive

  • 4

    Beds

  • 3

    Baths

The story

  • Pool

Welcome to this exceptional, meticulously maintained home in the highly sought-after gated community of Sonoran Arroyos. Lovingly cared for by its original owner, this beautiful 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence offers an ideal blend of privacy, breathtaking mountain views, resort-style outdoor living, and thoughtfully updated interiors. Perfectly positioned against a private wash, the home enjoys a peaceful and secluded setting surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sonoran Desert. The backyard is truly an oasis, designed for both relaxing and entertaining, with a newly updated PebbleTec pool and tranquil waterfall, new cool-decking, built-in BBQ, and a large electric retractable awning that creates comfortable outdoor living throughout the year. Inside, the home offers a spacious and versatile floor plan with distinct living spaces, including a welcoming living room, formal dining room, comfortable family room, large laundry room, dedicated office, and an inviting eat-in kitchen--providing plenty of room for everyday living, working from home, and entertaining guests. The gourmet kitchen features granite countertops, new stainless-steel appliances, and a stylish backsplash, walk-in pantry, with a convenient eat-in area perfect for casual meals. The spacious primary suite offers a cozy fireplace and a beautifully remodeled, spa-inspired bathroom complete with a generous walk-in shower, large soaking tub, and impressive oversized walk-in closet. Additional updates include modern light fixtures, ceiling fans, plantation shutters, new screens, and newer interior paint, 3 car garage with epoxy flooring and built-in cabinets, creating a polished, move-in-ready home that has been exceptionally well maintained. With its spectacular mountain views, private wash setting, spacious floor plan, resort-style backyard, and beautifully updated interior, this original-owner residence offers a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, comfort, and an exceptional Arizona lifestyle within one of the area's most desirable gated communities. Some personal items available for purchase on a separate bill of sale.

Facts & features

Home type

Home

Year built

1995

Floors

1

HOA

$265 / quarterly

Parking

3-car garage

Included features

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Fireplace

    2 fireplaces

  • Cooling

    Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

  • Heating

    Natural Gas

  • Appliances

    Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop

  • Flooring

    Carpet, Tile

  • Roof

    Tile

  • Lot Information

    Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Front

  • Exterior

    Built-in Barbecue

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • View

    City, Mountain

Mortgage calculator

Estimated monthly payment

$14,472 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $11,645
  • Property tax $2,188
  • Insurance $638

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

Compass

Broker Name

Compass

Agent

Megan K Bruner