$3,500,000
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253
MLS# 7077811
3 beds | 2 baths
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Property Description
Rare opportunity to own or lease an architectural gem on the coveted north side of Mummy Mountain. Designed in 1961 by renowned Arizona architect Donald Van Ess as his personal residence, this mid-century modern home sits on approximately one acre and blends seamlessly into its dramatic desert setting. Floor-to-ceiling glass captures sweeping Paradise Valley, Scottsdale and Four Peaks views, while natural stone, concrete, floating stairs, custom cabinetry and two wood-burning fireplaces showcase its distinctive architectural character. Built on stilts above a natural wash, the home offers an exceptional connection between indoors and out.
Details
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Contract Information
List Price: $3,500,000
Status: Active
Current Price: $3,500,000
List Date: 2026-08-21
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No
Location Tax Legal
House Number: 6102
Compass: E
Street Name: QUARTZ MOUNTAIN
St Suffix: Road
City/Town Code: Paradise Valley
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85253
Zip4: 3541
Country: US
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 169-49-009
Subdivision: MUMMY MOUNTAIN PARK 2
Tax Year: 2025
General Property Description
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: 1
# of Interior Levels: 2
# Bedrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Approx SQFT: 2220
Price/SqFt: 1576.58
Horses: N
Builder Name: Unknown
Year Built: 1961
Lead Based Hazard Disclosure: Yes
Approx Lot SqFt: 68965
Approx Lot Acres: 1.583
Flood Zone: No
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: No
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 2
Elementary School District: Scottsdale Unified District
High School District: Scottsdale Unified District
Elementary School: Kiva Elementary School
Jr. High School: Mohave Middle School
High School: Saguaro High School
Remarks Misc
Cross Street: Mockingbird Lane and Hummingbird Lane
Directions: From Scottsdale Rd, go west on Hummingbird Ln. Turn right on to Quartz Mountain Rd. Home is on the right 0.4 miles up Quartz Mountain Rd.
Geo Lat: 33.54413
Geo Lon: -111.949439
Legal Info
Township: 2N
Range: 4E
Section: 4
Lot Number: 100
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Parking Spaces
Carport Spaces: 2
Slab Parking Spaces: 2
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Showing Notification Methods
Showing Service: Aligned Showings
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: Owner/Agent
Architecture: Other
View: City Lights; Mountain(s)
Master Bathroom: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
Flooring: Carpet; Stone; Tile
Window Features: Wood Frames
Spa: None
Dining Area: Formal
Kitchen Features: Electric Cooktop; Dishwasher; Refrigerator; Multiple Ovens
Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Washer Hookup; Inside
Other Rooms: Family Room
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Technology: 3+ Exist Tele Lines; Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet
Exterior Features: Balcony; Storage
Construction: Block; Wood Frame; Steel Frame
Const - Finish: Painted; Stone
Roofing: Shake; Foam
Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Electric
Plumbing: Electric Hot Wtr Htr
Utilities: APS
Water Source: City Water
Sewer: Septic Tank
Services: City Services
Fencing: Partial
Property Description: Hillside Lot; North/South Exposure; Adjacent to Wash
Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Natural Desert Back; Auto Timer H2O Back
Lockbox Type: Supra
Possession: Close of Escrow
Association Fee Incl: No Fees
Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear
New Financing: Also for Rent
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Supplements
Recently refreshed with gray quartz countertops, wood-look flooring, recessed lighting, fresh paint, an updated bath and an improved 3-bedroom configuration--all thoughtfully completed while preserving the home's original character. An expansive view deck completes this one-of-a-kind piece of Arizona architectural history.
Listing Office: HomeSmart
Last Updated: September - 09 - 2026
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