Arizona Horse Property Market Report: Cave Creek, North Scottsdale & Rio Verde
The prestigious equestrian communities of Cave Creek, North Scottsdale, and Rio Verde are among the most desirable locations for horse property buyers in Arizona. Known for their equestrian-friendly zoning, luxury horse estates, and incredible desert landscapes. Everything from top-tier boarding facilities to direct trail access into some of the most scenic riding areas in the Southwest.
These areas are ideal for trail riders, endurance riders, horse trainers, and luxury equestrian lifestyle seekers. With nearby access to Tonto National Forest, McDowell Mountain Regional Park, and Cave Creek Regional Park, horseback riders enjoy endless opportunities to ride right from their backyard into the desert and mountains.
- Cave Creek is famous for its Western charm, rodeo events and equestrian competitions.
- Rio Verde offers secluded, upscale horse properties with panoramic views and a peaceful rural feel.
- North Scottsdale blends luxury real estate with elite equestrian infrastructure.
All three of these areas offer plentiful covered arenas, large barns, professional-grade round pens, and a wide range of boarding and training facilities catering to all riding disciplines.
This region is perfect for buyers who want to be near high-end equestrian communities while still enjoying peaceful desert living and proximity to Scottsdale’s urban amenities.
***** In order to be considered a horse property, the horse property listing must have at least one horse feature: Arena, Auto Waterer, barn, corral, stall, tack-room,hotwalker etc….
Current Market Snapshot (as of April 8, 2025):
- 59 active horse property listings in Cave Creek, North Scottsdale, and Rio Verde
- Median home size: 3,002 sq ft
- Median list price: $1,559,000
- Median price per square foot (PPSF): $571
Recent Sales – Last 90 Days:
- 26 horse properties sold
- Median sold price: $1,212,500
These figures highlight the continued strength of the luxury Arizona horse property market, especially in Cave Creek, North Scottsdale, and Rio Verde, where high-end equestrian estates meet unmatched access to trails and training. Whether you’re a serious competitor, recreational trail rider, or investor in Arizona equestrian real estate, this region offers some of the most exclusive and well-equipped horse properties in the state.
28 of the 59 listings feature arenas or equestrian training facilities
Disclaimers:
- System Links automatically expire after 30 days
- The definition of “Median is often considered a more accurate reflection of the typical property because it better represents the center value in a dataset by excluding the high and low values of the outliers.
- Not all listings are with West USA Realty brokerage.
- Full supporter of the Fair Housing Act.
Ron Bykerk is a seasoned entrepreneur and Arizona horse property specialist with over 30 years of experience in the equestrian industry. As a REALTOR® with West USA Realty, he combines his deep knowledge of equine properties, land use, and the unique needs of horse owners to help buyers and sellers navigate the Arizona horse property market. Having visited thousands of equestrian properties across the state, Ron offers unparalleled expertise and a centralized platform—Arizona Horse Property Resource—to ensure maximum exposure, expert guidance, and seamless transactions. His long-standing relationships with horse owners, trainers, and equestrian professionals reflect his commitment to serving the Arizona horse community with integrity and passion.
📞 Call or text: [480-221-1280]
📧 Email: ron@azpropertyresource.com
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