38644 N 12th Street Phoenix AZ 85086

38644 N 12th St – Desert Hills Home on 1 Acre Across from State Trust Land

By Jonathan Baer, Dominion Group Properties

Desert Hills Homes for Sale with Room to Breathe

Let me guess… you’re looking for space. Not a postage stamp lot. Not a neighbor close enough to borrow sugar without leaving your kitchen. Real space.

Welcome to 38644 N 12th Street in Desert Hills, Arizona — a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home sitting on a full acre directly across from Arizona State Trust land.

Step outside and you’ve got miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and outdoor recreation. If you’ve been searching for Desert Hills homes for sale that actually feel like Arizona… this is it.

Arizona Horse Property for Sale with Modern Updates

Inside, vaulted ceilings in the living and dining areas bring in natural light and create an open, comfortable feel. Fresh interior and exterior paint. Brand-new flooring. Clean. Move-in ready.

No “we’ll get to it later.” No honey-do list staring at you every Saturday morning.

Outside? You’ve got a standalone 2-car garage plus a 1-car carport. Plenty of space for vehicles, tools, toys — or all three.

With a full acre, this property is ideal for buyers looking for Arizona horse property for sale or homes with acreage for sale in Arizona. Add stalls. Create gardens. Expand outdoor living. Or simply enjoy privacy you can’t fake.

And yes — it’s connected to reliable Cave Creek Water. Out here, that matters.

Desert Hills Location – North Phoenix, Maricopa County

Desert Hills sits just north of Phoenix in Maricopa County and offers that rare blend of rural living with city convenience. You’re minutes to Anthem, Cave Creek, and Carefree — but when you’re home, it feels like wide-open Arizona.

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Looking for other acreage homes nearby? Browse the latest homes for sale in Phoenix and beyond.

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Jonathan’s Take

I’ve been selling real estate in Arizona since 1993. And here’s what I know…

Properties across from State Trust land don’t show up every day. Acreage with updates already done? Even rarer.

Perception is reality and reality is perception. When buyers walk into clean, updated space with room to breathe — they feel it.

If you’ve been waiting for space, privacy, and direct trail access without driving two hours north… this might be your window.

Knowledge, Love, and Patience. That’s why I’m here.

Want to talk strategy or schedule a private showing? Schedule a quick call at https://jb2.youcanbook.me.

$285,000
7077792 MLS
EXCELENT BUILDING LOT WITH SHARED WELL. ELECTRIC ON PROPERTY VERY FLAT LOT SUROUNDED BY BLOCK WALLS. READY FOR NEW CUSTOM HOME.

2615 W Fernwood Drive Unit 1, Phoenix
$149,000
7077273 MLS
Looking for space, views, and privacy without giving up easy access to the city? This over 2 acre hillside lot in North Phoenix offers room to build your dream home, keep horses, and enjoy the open desert setting. Manufactured homes are also allowed, giving you another option for how you use the property. Includes shared well access, no HOA, and an existing shed already on the property. Conveniently located near Carefree Highway and I-17, with shopping and restaurants nearby. A great opportunity to own acreage in Desert Hills and create a property that fits what you want to build.

42200 N 10th Street Unit D, Phoenix
$1,165,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7077161 MLS ⋅ 3,038 SqFt.
Stunning Luxury Spec Home to-be-built. D Elevation! 4 bedrooms plus an office/den, 3.5 bathrooms, and high-quality finishes throughout. Spacious design includes a 47 ft. RV garage plus 2-car garage, set on a large lot without HOA. Island kitchen - Can be optioned with Sub-Zero Appliance package, laundry room with cabinets, and numerous other options. The owner's bath offers a spacious entry shower, stand-alone tub, and double sinks. Other included features are walk-in closets in all bedrooms, Bdrm 2 Ensuite, 8-foot doors, 12 ft ceilings, energy-efficient spray foam insulation, 2x6 ext. framing, and post-tension foundation, stone veneer façade, paver driveway and walk-way. Block fence with 4' and 12' RV gate, on paved road. Photos are of a model home. Photos and features shown may include optional upgrades or selections and are intended to illustrate available possibilities. Final features, finishes and inclusions may vary based on buyer selections and builder specifications.

1644 E Creek Canyon Road, Phoenix
$225,000
7076459 MLS
Beautiful and very serene desert Lot with amazing views of Tonto and Cave Creek City wild land! This gorgeous piece of Desert comes with Shared well/2500 gal storage tank and: A FULL SET of BUILDING PLANS, ENGINEERING & SEPTIC DESIGN, WATER & POWER is next to property!! Its ready to build! And IF you need the builder...the Seller IS a BUILDER!! He would consider building out this desert jewel of a location for you!

440XX N 24th Street N Unit -, New River
$760,000
8 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7076429 MLS ⋅ 4,100 SqFt.
Investor Opportunity for New River Home Nestled in the Sonoran Foothills on a One-Acre Horse Property with Spectacular Views. Comparable Homes in this Aera are Well Over a Million. The Home is an 8 Bedroom, 5 Bathroom, Large Detached Garage/Shop, a Large Carport that's 12 Feet in High that can Facilitate Multiple Commercial Vans. Also, there is an Additional 4 Vehicle Carport. The Home is Perfectly Suited for a VRBO, Assisted Living, Horse Property or Private Ownership. A Renovation was started but not finished. The Second Floor is a One Bedroom, One Bath with Vaulted Ceiling, Large Deck and Amazing Views with a Private Entrance. Great for Caretakers or VRBO, 90% completed. The First Floor has 2 Master Bedrooms with Spectacular Views, Spacious Bathrooms with Custom Tile Showers. In addition, there are 4 Bedrooms Three with Lofts, Arcadia Doors and Large Covered Patio. The Kitchen has New Shaker Cabinets with some of the Electrical and Plumbing Completed allowing some cost savings to finish the renovation. Two Brand New Trane HVAC Systems. There are Plenty of Horse-Riding trails and Events between New River and Cave Creek Also the property is located near the Tonto National Forest. There are virtually no Homes, if any on View Acreage/Horse Property in this area. There is plenty of upside to work with whether a business opportunity or personal residence.

43950 N 11th Avenue, New River
$399,000
7076380 MLS
Beautiful 5 acre hillside lot. North facing slope with views galore. 2 lots. Other parcel number is 202 20 048 C. There are large homes north of both lots.

42800 N 12 Street N, New River
$1,245,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7076177 MLS ⋅ 3,038 SqFt.
Stunning Luxury Spec Home to-be-built. 4 bedrooms plus an office/den, 3.5 bathrooms, and high-quality finishes throughout. Spacious design includes a 47 ft. RV garage plus 2-car garage, set on a large lot without HOA. Island kitchen with quartz citrine waterfall countertop and back-splash, Fawn cabinets, Sub-Zero 48'' refrigerator, Wolf 48'' gas range, and micro-drawer. Laundry room with cabinets, walk-in closets in all bedrooms. The owner's bath offers a spacious entry shower, stand-alone tub, and double sinks. Other features include 8-foot doors, 12 ft ceilings, energy-efficient spray foam insulation, 2x6 ext. framing, and post-tension foundation, stone veneer façade, paver driveway and walk-way. Block fence with 4' and 12' RV gate, on paved road. Some photos are of a model home. Photos and features shown may include optional upgrades or selections and are intended to illustrate available possibilities. Final features, finishes and inclusions may vary based on buyer selections and builder specifications.

1708 E Creek Canyon Road, Phoenix
$245,000
7076141 MLS
Some homesites give you acreage. This one gives you the setting. Perched high within a private, gated mountainside enclave, this approximately 2-acre hillside parcel captures sweeping Sonoran Desert and valley views from an elevated, secluded cul-de-sac. From the moment you enter the gate and begin the climb up the private road, the property feels distinctly different--private, dramatic, and remarkably removed from the city below. This is an opportunity to create a custom residence around what you can't recreate later: elevation, privacy, open desert scenery, and extraordinary views. Convenient access to I-17 keeps you connected, while the mountain provides natural separation from the interstate. Even better, the groundwork is already done. The property is served by a shared well, a survey is available, and water-related improvements including the tank and pumps, along with utility conduit, have already been brought to the property line--giving the next owner a meaningful head start in the planning and development process. For the buyer searching for more than another vacant parcel, this is a rare opportunity to secure a distinctive piece of Arizona and create a residence worthy of its surroundings. Private. Elevated. Gated. Surveyed. And difficult to duplicate. Come stand on the property. The view will do the rest.

3416 W Rambling Road Unit F, Phoenix
$139,900
7075981 MLS
Tucked in the corner of Greer Ranch with good privacy and amazing views, this flat 1 acre lot is prefect for your dream home! Views in every direction including Apache Peak & Circle Mtn, flat buildable lot with power close by. A small section of the lot (west side) was recently cleared next to 18th St. The surrounding wells report good water. Close to State Trust Land and National Forest!

427xx N 18th Street Unit -, New River
$1,299,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7075934 MLS ⋅ 4,204 SqFt.
Exceptional custom home on 1.25 acres, offering just over 4200 sf, 4 bedrooms, and 4 bathrooms. Thoughtfully designed and built with meticulous craftsmanship and premium finishes, including wood casement windows, tumbled travertine floors, commercial-grade appliances, quartzite and granite countertops, custom knotty alder cabinetry, and solid-core alder doors. Full-length windows in the dining room and media room fill the home with natural light. The property includes two insulated workshops, RV hookups and extra land to the north with ample room for a future guest house, garage space , equestrian facilities, or expanded backyard for spectacular pool oasis. A rate opportunity to own a truly custom estate with endless possibilities. This one won't last!

6 W Perdido Way, Phoenix
$997,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7075796 MLS ⋅ 2,502 SqFt.
BETTER THAN NEW! SELLER WILLING TO PAY OFF SOLAR (THAT IS AN $80,000 value)! This beautiful NextGen home delivers that rare blend of space, comfort, and effortless desert living. Situated on 1 acre, this four year old residence offers 2,501 sqft of beautifully curated living with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, designed to feel warm, inviting, and perfectly balanced. Enjoy a sparkling pool, room to roam, and a 49-foot air conditioned pull-through RV garage that makes weekend escapes and desert toys feel right at home. If you've been waiting for a home that gives you freedom, privacy, and that unmistakable Arizona lifestyle, this one is ready to welcome you home

2120 W Tanya Trail, Phoenix
$1,425,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7075751 MLS ⋅ 3,875 SqFt.
Where luxury meets the wild beauty of the Sonoran Desert, this exceptional 2025-built New River estate offers expansive outdoor entertainment space along with beautifully designed interior living space. Set on an elevated one-acre hillside, the home is surrounded by breathtaking 360-degree mountain views, painted-sky sunsets and star-filled nights. Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create an atmosphere that feels both grand and inviting. The five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence centers around a spectacular chef's kitchen with an expansive island, premium appliances, pot filler and oversized refrigerator and freezer. The adjoining great room was made for gathering, with fireplaces and a well appointed wine bar with its own refrigerator. The primary suite is a private sanctuary, offering a personal coffee bar, an extraordinary walk-in closet with its own washer and dryer, an indulgent oversized shower and a luxurious soaking tub--the perfect place to unwind while the desert grows quiet outside. Designed for effortless indoor-outdoor living, the estate features expansive paver patios, including a north-facing patio already plumbed for a future barbecue or outdoor kitchen. A dramatic gated front courtyard creates its own intimate retreat, complete with a hot tub, outdoor dining area, fireplace and covered cabana--an enchanting setting for sharing a glass of wine beneath the evening sky. An outdoor shower and additional hot-tub pre-wiring add even more flexibility for creating the ultimate desert oasis. Thoughtful amenities include a hybrid water heater, reverse-osmosis system, water conditioner, security alarm, two air-conditioning units and a secondary laundry area with utility sink. The finished and painted four-car garage is equipped with a Tesla charging plug and a 50-amp RV outlet. Elegant yet warmly livable, this remarkable hillside estate captures the romance of New River with endless mountain panoramas, brilliant sunsets and peaceful nights beneath a canopy of stars.

1816 E Fortune Drive, Phoenix
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