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McCormick Ranch Homes for Sale & Neighborhood Guide (Scottsdale, AZ)

McCormick Ranch is a 1970s–80s master-planned community built around lakes, a greenbelt, and golf — established, green, and central within Scottsdale.

By Caleb Lehmann, REALTOR®Licensed in AZ & ID · [Brokerage] · Lic. #[add] · Full bio →
Last updated
[Month 2026]
Template page — finish before publishing. The figures below are starting estimates from early-2026 market reports and must be verified against live MLS/IDX before this page goes live. Replace the description and amenity notes with Caleb's first-hand detail and original photos so the page is genuinely original. (See the workbook's EEAT & compliance tabs.)

McCormick Ranch market snapshot

Source: [MLS/IDX feed], pulled [date]
$650K–$1.1M (to $2.5M)Median price rangeEstimate — verify
$350–$450Price / sq ftEstimate — verify
50–70Days on marketEstimate — verify
$200–$450HOA / moEstimate — verify

The essentials

ZIP codes
85258
Price tier
$$$
Housing stock
1970s–80s master-planned
New vs. resale
Mostly resale
Commute
~20 min to Tempe / Old Town
Walkability
Medium

Schools

This area is associated with Kiva Elem, Cocopah MS, Chaparral HS. I don't rate schools in my own voice — fit depends on your family and the specific assigned campus for an address. Review current ratings and report cards from neutral sources:

Lifestyle & amenities

Dining
Seville Shopping Center dining
Grocery
Safeway, AJ's, Fry's
Recreation
McCormick Ranch Golf, greenbelt, lakes
Things to do
Railroad Park, golf, lakes
Add Caleb's own photos of McCormick Ranch here. First-hand media is a strong signal — stock photos hurt.

Short-term rentals

Short-term rental status here: Limited by HOA. These rules change and can vary by property and city, so confirm current requirements for a specific address before counting on rental income.

The honest trade-offs

Every area has them, and naming them up front saves everyone time:

Frequently asked

What's the median home price in McCormick Ranch?
Based on early-2026 market reports, prices run roughly $650K–$1.1M (to $2.5M), with price per square foot around $350–$450. These figures move with the market — verify against current MLS listings before relying on them.
What kind of homes are in McCormick Ranch?
The housing stock is largely 1970s–80s master-planned (mostly resale).
Are short-term rentals allowed in McCormick Ranch?
Short-term rental status here: limited by hoa. These rules change and can vary by property — confirm current requirements for the specific address before buying.
Which schools serve McCormick Ranch?
The area is associated with Kiva Elem, Cocopah MS, Chaparral HS. Review current ratings and report cards through the Arizona Department of Education and GreatSchools, and confirm the assigned campus for a specific address.

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