Iconic Camelback Mountain Estate: A Rare, Once-in-a-Lifetime Buildable Opportunity
Perched on the slopes of the iconic Camelback Mountain, this extraordinary 23.66-acre estate represents one of the last and most significant buildable properties on the mountain. Offering more than 180 degrees of sweeping valley views—with Camelback's dramatic cliffs rising behind—the property is known throughout the community as the celebrated ''Merry Christmas House.'' Cherished by the same family for decades, it now awaits its next remarkable chapter.
Beyond its architectural legacy, the property's 23.66 acres offer exceptional potential for future development, including the opportunity to subdivide into up to four parcels. Whether envisioning a family compound, multiple luxury estates, or reimagining the existing residence, the possibilities are unparalleled. Conceptual floorplan and site plan designs by renowned architect Mark Candelaria are also available to inspire your vision.
Privately gated and surrounded by natural desert beauty, this estate combines unmatched privacy, panoramic vistas, and rare development flexibilityall just minutes from the heart of the city. Whether preserved, expanded, or completely transformed, this is a truly once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a piece of Arizona history on one of its most iconic mountain peaks.
Lot/land
$24,000,000
5500 N Dromedary Rd #V, Phoenix, AZ 85018
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23.66Acres
Land
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23.66 Acres Lot
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What's special
- 64 days |
- 956 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 21, 2025 at 11:25am
Listed by:
Rebecca Hoyt 602-799-8229,
RETSY,
Lara Broadrick 602-628-7332,
RETSY
Source: ARMLS,MLS#: 6950228

Facts & features
Property
Features
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), City, Desert, Panoramic, City Lights
Lot
- Size: 23.66 Acres
- Features: East/West Exposure, North/South Exp
- Residential vegetation: Natural Vegetation
Details
- Additional structures: Residence
- Parcel number: 17249047D
- Zoning: RE-35
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: SRP
- Sewer: Septic Tank, None
- Water: City Franchise
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Guarded Entry
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Phoenix
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $17,144
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 65 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $24,000,000-20% |
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| 9/9/2025 | Listing removed | $30,000,000 |
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| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $30,000,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: Camelback East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Hopi Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Echo Canyon K-8Grades: PK-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 8/10Arcadia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hopi Elementary School
- Middle: Ingleside Middle School
- High: Arcadia High School
- District: Scottsdale Unified District
Source: ARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
