8956 E Venus Drive, Carefree, AZ 85377
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Desert Estates Realty
Listed by: stephen c ensign, jessica nixon
Office: w and partners, llc.
MLS#:7077250
Source:ARMLS
Price summary
- Price:$1,374,000
- Monthly HOA dues:$5
About this home
Fully remodeled Sonoran Estate w/sweeping Desert Mountain views & seller offering up to 15K for interest rate buy-down! This stunning home showcases soaring 20-foot vaulted ceilings, skylights, & brand-new Sunstone flooring flow through open living areas w/2 wood-burning fireplaces. The showpiece kitchen dazzles: quartz waterfall counters, custom two-tone cabinets w/rose gold hardware, Café Line appliances, floor-to-ceiling quartz backsplash, & dedicated opening skylight. Primary suite features a walk-in closet, private exit, & spa ensuite w/marble floors, vessel sinks, & soaking tub. Out back: wraparound patio w/built-in BBQ, refinished pool, synthetic putting green w/cup lights, outdoor sound system, & solar landscape lighting, set against Arizona sunsets. Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully considered: wood-casing windows, real wood doors, plantation shutters, and neutral-toned walls that let the architecture breathe along with soaring skylights. The chef's kitchen also features an under-mount sink beneath a rose gold gooseneck faucet, peninsula seating for many, a stainless hood & a skylight that fully opens. A separate dining room framed by backyard views is anchored by an elegant chandelier; pure entertaining energy with an elegant touch of an artistic stained glass upper window providing a colorful glow at certain times of the day. The primary suite includes its own wood-burning fireplace; the guest bath serves three additional bedrooms with quartz counters, marble flooring, subway tile, round black mirrors, and a custom tiled shower with glass doors and bench seating. Just past the entry, a vanishing screen door and brand-new courtyard -- paver flooring, small fountain, ambient lighting, reading bench, and custom artisan iron entry door -- set a tranquil tone perfect for that morning coffee. Curated landscape sculpture, fresh turf, and mature palms complete the backyard. The extended-length 3-car garage is newly epoxied, and the single bay features a new 220V outlet ready for an EV Charging Station. Behind the scenes: whole-home water softener and HVAC air purification. Single-level living with North and south exposure keeps every room comfortable year-round. Tucked into the private Velvet Shadows enclave on one of Carefree's most sought-after custom-home streets, minutes to the shops, restaurants, and trails of Carefree and Cave Creek. This estate is truly one of a kind....
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Home facts
- Year built:1980
- Subdivision & Development:VELVET SHADOWS
- Listing ID #:7077250
- Updated:October 28, 2026 at 05:33 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:2
- Flooring:Tile, Vinyl
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Heating:Electric
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1980
- Lot area:1.08 Acres
- Lot Features:Auto Timer H2O Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Borders Common Area, Desert Back, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Synthetic Grass Back
- Architectural Style:Spanish
- Construction Materials:Painted, Stucco
- Exterior Features:Built-in Barbecue
Schools
- High school:Cactus Shadows High School
- Middle school:Sonoran Trails Middle School
- Elementary school:Black Mountain Elementary School
Utilities
- Sewer:Septic In & Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,374,000
- Tax amount:$1,712 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Amenities:Skylight(s), Wood Frames
- Pool features:Play Pool
Parking
- Parking description:Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Extended Length Garage, RV Access/Parking
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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