Troon North · north scottsdale, ARIZONA
Your Guide to Living in Troon North
High-desert golf at its most dramatic with 36 championship holes, Pinnacle Peak views, and world-class courses you can play without an equity membership.
~$1.495M
Median Sale Price
~$503
Price / Sq Ft
75
Avg. Days on Market
Buyer’s
market type
is this the place for you?
North Scottsdale golf at its most dramatic
Troon North is set at the base of Pinnacle Peak and wrapped around 36 holes of championship golf with a community of boulder outcroppings, towering saguaros, and elevated view lots where the McDowell Mountains frame nearly every home. It’s quieter, higher, and more custom than the communities to the south. This is where people come for the scenery and the golf.
The big draw is that Troon North Golf Club’s two courses — the Monument and the Pinnacle — are semi-private and publicly accessible, so you get world-class golf without a full equity membership buy-in. That, plus a real range from patio homes to multimillion-dollar custom estates, makes it one of the more flexible ways into the luxury north corridor.
It suits golfers, second-home and seasonal owners, and buyers who want to build or own something custom with a view. If a quiet, scenic, golf-centered life in the high desert sounds right, here’s what to know before you make a move.
PRICES BY PROPERTY TYPE
Patio homes to custom golf estates
Troon North’s range runs wide, and the home type, lot, and view drive almost everything.
| Property Type | Typical Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Townhomes & Patio Homes | ~$250K – $1M | The entry point; lower-maintenance living, some in gated enclaves like Pinnacle Canyon |
| Single-Family homes | ~$850K – $2M | The core of the market; median around $1.4M, with views and updates driving the premium |
| Custom golf & view estates | ~$2M – $8M+ | Golf frontage, elevated view lots, and large custom builds |
| Land / homesites | Acre+ lots | A genuine build-your-own option in gated enclaves like Boulder Crest and Candlewood Estates |
Tell me whether you’re after a low-maintenance patio home, a golf-frontage estate, or a lot to build on, and I’ll send you exactly what fits.
Cost of Ownership
The practical stuff and a couple of Troon North specifics
Troon North is not Troon Country Club: A common mix-up. Troon North is a broader neighborhood anchored by the semi-private, publicly accessible Troon North Golf Club. Troon with its gate-guarded community around the private, members-only Troon Country Club is a separate place with a different price point and access model. I’ll make sure you know exactly which one a listing is in.
HOA: There’s a community association, and the gated enclaves (Pinnacle Canyon, Boulder Crest, Candlewood Estates, and others) layer their own sub-HOAs with higher dues for gates and amenities. I’ll get you exact figures for any home.
Property taxes: Arizona property taxes are relatively low compared to much of the country — a meaningful plus at these price points.
Golf without an equity buy-in: Because the Monument and Pinnacle are semi-private/public-access courses, you can play world-class golf here without a full equity membership. This is a real cost difference from many North Scottsdale clubs.
Short-term rentals: Scottsdale allows STRs by-right with a city license and insurance, but Troon North’s HOAs may restrict them, especially in gated enclaves. If rental income is part of your plan, we’ll confirm the specific community’s rules first.
Life Here
What people fall for
Golf
Troon North Golf Club’s Monument and Pinnacle courses are consistently ranked among the best public-access layouts in the country, with 36 holes set into dramatic high-desert terrain.
The Scenery
Pinnacle Peak, Troon Mountain, and the McDowells frame the community, with boulder formations and saguaro-studded ridgelines. Pinnacle Peak Park offers popular hiking right nearby.
Parks and recreation
The private Troon North Park has tennis and basketball courts, a shaded playground, and picnic ramadas.
The dining
The Dynamite Grille at the golf club, the nearby Four Seasons Resort restaurants, and local favorites like the Pinnacle Grille.
Everyday convenience
AJ’s Fine Foods and Safeway are close, and Carefree and Cave Creek’s shops and events are just minutes north.
Schools
Served by the Cave Creek Unified School District, including Desert Sun Academy, Sonoran Trails Middle, and Cactus Shadows High, which offers an International Baccalaureate program.
Commute & Travel
Getting around
Troon North sits at the far north end of Scottsdale, so it trades distance for scenery and quiet. Worth knowing if you travel often.
| Destination | Approx. Drive Time |
|---|---|
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | ~40 min |
| Scottsdale Airport (private / general aviation) | ~20 min |
| Old Town Scottsdale | ~30 min |
| Downtown Phoenix | ~45 min |
| Cave Creek / Carefree | ~10 min |
Times vary with traffic and time of day. For buyers who fly private or general aviation, Scottsdale Airport is the close and convenient option.
Ready When You Are
Buying or selling – let’s talk
For Buyers
Troon North rewards patience and a sharp eye for the lot. Homes can sit a while, the range is enormous, and so much of the value is in the view, the elevation, and the golf frontage. Things you have to see in person. Turnkey patio home or a view lot to build on, I’ll help you read all of it.
Get first look ->For Sellers
Selling in Troon North is its own skill with a slower luxury market where buyers come for the scenery and golf. Pricing against the right comps by enclave, lot, and view, with photography that captures the setting, is what gets a home sold for the most money.
What’s My Home Worth ->Good to know
Troon North FAQs
What’s the average home price in Troon North?
It depends on the home type. Townhomes and patio homes run from about $250K to $1M, single-family homes are roughly $850K to $2M with a median near $1.4M, and custom golf and view estates climb from around $2M past $8M. There are also acre-plus lots for custom builds.
Is Troon North the same as Troon?
No and it’s a common mix-up. Troon North is a broader neighborhood anchored by the semi-private, publicly accessible Troon North Golf Club. Troon is a separate gate-guarded community around the private, members-only Troon Country Club. I’ll make sure you know which one any listing is in.
Do I have to join a club to play golf in Troon North?
No. The Monument and Pinnacle courses are semi-private and publicly accessible, so you can play without a full equity membership. This is a real cost difference from many North Scottsdale clubs.
Why do homes take longer to sell in Troon North?
It’s a low-volume luxury market, and so much of each home’s value is in the lot, view, and golf frontage, which narrows the buyer pool. That’s normal here. Pricing and presentation are what move a home.
How far is Troon North from Sky Harbor?
About 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Scottsdale Airport, for private and general aviation, is closer at roughly 20 minutes.
Thinking about Troon North?
Whether you’re buying here or selling a home you already own, let’s talk. I’ll give you a straight, no-pressure read on your options.
