Experience serene desert living in this Artist designed, secure compound. World renowned Artist Eric Herrmann and his wife designed and built this stunning retreat with special considerations to Mountain Views, Sunrises and Sunsets, Wind and usage of the 2.3-acre lot bordering the Tonto National Forest. The Desert Mountain, Outlaw Golf course creates a fire break and exceptional view in the foreground. Renowned Arist Price Goodman created a custom mural which adorns the back patio walls. Her interior design includes 2 sinks,large walk in shower with two seperate shower faucets and heads, and 2 private water closet rooms in the Primary suite which greatly helps in marital bliss. Her thoughtful design offers 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, and walk in closets in each room. The detached 1217 sq. ft. casita adds an additional bedroom and bath. The casita has been used as an Artist studio, Car storage for 5 cars. The extra high 12 ft ceilings will accomodate multiple car lifts for the car and/or motorcyle enthusiast along with an income producing Airbnb. The large circular drive gives access to a 60' Motorhome parking. Rich Hickory cabinets, Alder doors, and a Chef friendly kitchen with large Pantry create a warm, upscale feel throughout. 7 sliding glass doors open to private patios with 2 fire pits, and a Barbeque Island. Dinners accommodating 75 guests with parking have made for memorable weekends while maintaining a warm family feel. There's plenty of land and buildings to house all of your boats, toys, motorhomes, and is also a Horse Property if desired. The community of Tonto Hills sits at 3700 ft. and offers 15-degree cooler temperatures from Downtown Phoenix and is only 45 minutes from Sky Harbor Airport. The Towns of Cave Creek, Carefree, and Scottsdale are just moments away offering exquisite opportunities for Golfing, Dining, and Shopping. Bartlett lake is 15 miles away for boating, fishing, and dining by the lake. Endless trails for Dirt Bikes, Jeeps, and ATV; s can be taken all the way to The Grand Canyon and Sheep's Crossing. Experience living in a vacation like setting with Deer, Coyotes, Javalina and all the Sonoran Desert has to offer. You'll rarely leave!
For sale
$2,500,000
42215 N LA PLATA Road, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
5beds
4,643sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
2.26 Acres Lot
$2,317,300 Zestimate®
$538/sqft
$21/mo HOA
What's special
Horse propertyMountain viewsSunrises and sunsetsLarge circular driveAlder doorsRich hickory cabinets
- 70 days |
- 479 |
- 11 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 15, 2026 at 11:16am
Listed by:
David Hans Kupfer 602-762-4040,
Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living,
Nicolette F. Kupfer 602-679-2199,
Keller Williams Realty Sonoran Living
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6961927

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced Air, Electric
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop, Built-In Electric Oven
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Pantry, High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
- Flooring: Tile
- Windows: Low Emissivity Windows, Double Pane Windows
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Fire Pit, Exterior Fireplace, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,643
- Total interior livable area: 4,643 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached, Detached Garage, RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Over Height Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 5
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Storage, Built-in Barbecue
- Spa features: None, Bath
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Golf Course, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Wash
Lot
- Size: 2.26 Acres
- Features: Borders Preserve/Public Land, Natural Desert Back, Natural Desert Front
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Guest House
- Parcel number: 21912050
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Territorial/Santa Fe
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted, Block
- Roof: Foam
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Pvt Water Company
- Utilities for property: Phone Available, Propane
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Multi-Zones
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: TONTO HILLS
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds
- HOA fee: $250 annually
- HOA name: Tonto Hills
Location
- Region: Cave Creek
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $538/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,270,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,957
- Date on market: 1/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 70 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt, Asphalt
Estimated market value
$2,317,300
$2.20M - $2.43M
$5,391/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000+2214.8%$538/sqft |
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| 4/17/2000 | Sold | $108,000+54.3%$23/sqft |
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| 8/28/1995 | Sold | $70,000$15/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,742 -0.2% | $127,050 -6.9% |
| 2024 | $2,747 +2.4% | $136,450 +92.4% |
| 2023 | $2,684 -3.2% | $70,927 -12.9% |
| 2022 | $2,772 -9.6% | $81,410 +6.4% |
| 2021 | $3,067 +3.1% | $76,480 +0% |
| 2020 | $2,974 +3.9% | $76,460 +12% |
| 2019 | $2,863 | $68,250 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $2,863 +3.7% | $62,110 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $2,760 +6.3% | $61,730 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $2,597 +8.1% | $57,410 +9.6% |
| 2015 | $2,402 | $52,370 +14.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $45,720 -9.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $50,500 -4% |
| 2012 | -- | $52,610 -19% |
| 2011 | -- | $64,950 -15.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $77,180 -16.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $92,780 +32.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $70,250 +11.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $62,850 +9.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $57,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $57,600 +246.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $16,640 -2.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $17,040 |
| 2002 | -- | $17,040 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$13,819/mo
Principal & interest
$12944
Property taxes
$854
HOA Fees
$21
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 85331
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Black Mountain Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 9.1 mi
- 10/10Cactus Shadows High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 9.4 mi
- 3/10Sonoran Trails Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 12.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Black Mountain Elementary School
- Middle: Sonoran Trails Middle School
- High: Cactus Shadows High School
- District: Cave Creek Unified District
Source: ARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





