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Nestled on .98 acres in the quiet community of Carefree Shadows, this custom Carefree desert home offers 2,941 square feet of architectural warmth, spacious living areas, and a flexible floor plan. Although older, the home showcases dramatic wood beamed ceilings, rich wood textures, abundant natural light, and a true indoor outdoor Arizona feel throughout. The split bedroom floor plan features expansive living and entertaining spaces including formal dining, a very large family room with a striking rock fireplace, and an enormous enclosed Arizona room overlooking the desert landscape and mature saguaros. North south exposure helps provide balanced natural light throughout the home, while ceiling fans and zoned HVAC add comfort and efficiency. The massive upstairs loft offers exceptional flexibility with built in shelving, vaulted wood beamed ceilings, a full bathroom, and a walk in closet. Ideal as a private office, den, creative studio, media room, or potential future guest suite conversion, the space adds a unique architectural element rarely found in homes of this era. The spacious primary suite includes a large cedar lined walk in closet and generous storage. A separate laundry room and additional storage areas throughout the home provide functionality and convenience. Outside, the property embraces the relaxed Carefree lifestyle with open desert views, mature landscaping, and room to personalize or expand outdoor living spaces. A large fenced and gated side area currently serves as a spacious dog run but could also be adapted for gardening or other protected outdoor uses. A detached oversized shed with electricity and water connection offers additional possibilities for a workshop, hobby space, art studio, future conversion with imagination and vision. Located in desirable Carefree, Arizona with a low HOA fee, this property offers the laid back desert lifestyle the area is known for, with slightly cooler temperatures, star filled night skies, nearby hiking and golf, and the charm of the downtown Carefree area. This is a rare opportunity to own a character filled Arizona home with architectural warmth, flexible living space, and timeless desert appeal.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 3 | LAST UPDATED | 5/29/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACT | VELVET SHADOWS 3 | YEAR BUILT | 1979 |
| COMMUNITY | VELVET SHADOWS 3 | GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 |
| COUNTY | Maricopa | STATUS | Active |
| PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Black Mountain Elementary School |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | Sonoran Trails Middle School |
| High School | Cactus Shadows High School |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| APPLIANCES | Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer |
| CONSTRUCTION | Board & Batten Siding, Slump Block |
| EXTERIOR | Other, Storage |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | 2 Space(s), Attached Garage, Direct Access, Garage Door Opener, Yes |
| HEAT | Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned |
| HOA DUES | 60|Annually |
| INTERIOR | Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Laminate Counters, Master Downstairs, Pantry, See Remarks, Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
| LOT | 0.99 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Desert Back, Desert Front |
| PARKING | Garage Door Opener, Direct Access, Circular Driveway |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| STORIES | 2 |
| STYLE | Other |
| SUBDIVISION | VELVET SHADOWS 3 |
| TAXES | 2032 |
| UTILITIES | Phone Available, Cable Available |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Desert, Mountain(s) |
| WATER | Public |
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