Mirabel Scottsdale: Homes, Golf, The Club & Luxury Lifestyle (Complete Neighborhood Guide)

Mirabel is a private, guard-gated luxury golf community in far North Scottsdale, Arizona (zip code 85262), built around a member-owned Tom Fazio championship course and a 37,000-square-foot Desert Lodge Clubhouse. Set on roughly 713 acres at nearly 3,000 feet of elevation, Mirabel holds only about 340 custom homesites, making it one of the most intimate, low-density golf communities in the entire Valley of the Sun.

As a North Scottsdale luxury specialist and a former collegiate golfer myself, Mirabel is one of my favorite communities to show. It doesn't try to be the biggest club in the desert. It's the opposite: quieter, more private, and built around a member-owned culture where the golf is world-class, and the neighbors actually know each other. If you want elite golf and elbow room instead of a mega-community, this guide is for you.

Mirabel at a Glance

• Location: Far North Scottsdale, AZ 85262, south of Cave Creek Road, just east of Pima Road, directly south of Desert Mountain
• Community type: Private, guard-gated custom-home golf community
• Size: ~713 acres, roughly 340 homesites
• Elevation: ~3,000 feet, noticeably cooler than central Phoenix
• The club: The Mirabel Club, member-owned, with a Tom Fazio 18-hole championship course
• Clubhouse: ~37,000 sq ft Desert Lodge with fine and casual dining
• Home sizes: ~3,100 to 7,000+ sq ft, typically 3–6 bedrooms
• Price range (2026): Roughly high-$2M into the $6M+ range for resale; new custom builds higher; homesites available
• School district: Cave Creek Unified (CCUSD #93)
• Golf: Tom Fazio design, 18 holes, par 71, ~7,100+ yards

Where Is Mirabel? Location & Setting

Mirabel sits in far North Scottsdale, on the south side of Cave Creek Road about two miles east of Pima Road — placing it directly south of the well-known Desert Mountain community. It carries the 85262 zip code, one of Scottsdale's most desirable luxury addresses.

What makes the setting special is the elevation. At close to 3,000 feet, Mirabel runs a few degrees cooler than the valley floor, and homesites capture sweeping views of Pinnacle Peak, the surrounding mountains, and the city lights of Scottsdale and Phoenix glittering below at night. The land was originally developed by Discovery Land Company, a name synonymous with some of the finest private club communities in the country.

Everyday conveniences are close without ever feeling crowded:

• Carefree & Cave CreekL roughly 15 minutes for restaurants, groceries, and small-town shopping
• Downtown Scottsdale & Old Town: about 25–30 minutes for dining, arts, and nightlife
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport: roughly 40–45 minutes
• The outdoors: Tonto National Forest, Bartlett Lake, and miles of Sonoran Desert trails right in your backyard

This is desert living with real breathing room, pristine open space, dark skies, and quiet.

The Mirabel Club: Golf, Dining & Amenities

The heart of the community is The Mirabel Club, and its centerpiece is the Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole championship course. Playing to a par of 71 and stretching past 7,100 yards from the tips, the layout is routinely ranked among the finest residential courses in America. Fazio's design is famous for being both beautiful and genuinely playable, generous fairways and forward tees welcome higher handicaps, while strategic bunkering and desert washes keep it challenging for low handicaps. Members consistently rave about the greens.

Beyond the course, the golf experience includes a premier practice facility, private and group instruction, junior programs, and a full tournament calendar, from the Coyote Combo Member-Member to the annual Club Championship. The club's culture leans welcoming rather than stuffy; single players and newcomers are folded into groups, which is a big part of why people fall in love with the place.

The ~37,000-square-foot Desert Lodge Clubhouse anchors the social side, with dining that ranges from casual to refined, plus concierge service and a busy year-round events calendar. Additional amenities include:

• A tennis garden with clay courts, plus pickleball
• A full fitness center and spa
• Resort and lap pools with cabana-style relaxation areas
• A strong charitable tradition (the annual Scottsdale's Finest and Bravest tournament has raised millions for local first responders)

Mirabel describes itself as "small town friendly," and that's the honest truth of it.

Mirabel Club Membership: What Buyers Should Know

This is the single most important thing for buyers to understand: club membership at Mirabel is separate from home ownership. Owning a home in Mirabel does not automatically make you a golf member and, notably, you do not have to own property inside Mirabel to apply for membership.

A few key points I walk every buyer through:

• It's member-owned and capped. Membership is limited (recent figures placed the cap around 350), which protects tee-time availability and the intimate feel. Golf memberships have historically carried a waitlist.
• There are categories; golf and social, each with its own initiation and monthly dues, plus an annual food-and-beverage minimum.
• Initiation is a six-figure commitment for golf, with monthly dues on top. Because these figures change, I always have clients confirm the current initiation, dues, waitlist status, and category availability directly with the Mirabel membership office before writing an offer.

If golf access is a priority, membership availability and timing should be part of your buying strategy from day one.

Homes & Real Estate in Mirabel

Every home in Mirabel is a custom design, which is exactly why no two feel alike. Architecture ranges from classic Southwest and Spanish-influenced estates to warm ranch styles and sleek desert-contemporary builds. The community offers three residential paths: existing custom homes, lower-maintenance villa-style residences (the El Corazon homes), and custom homesites for buyers who want to build from the ground up.

What the homes look like:

• Sizes generally run from about 3,100 to 7,000+ square feet
• Typically 3 to 6 bedrooms, often with more full baths than bedrooms
• Lots reach up to roughly an acre, giving real privacy and room to entertain
• Many homes and homesites enjoy golf course, mountain, or city-light views

Pricing in 2026: Because Mirabel is a low-density community of custom estates, pricing spans a wide band. As of 2026, resale homes generally list from the high-$2 millions into the $6 million-plus range, depending on size, location on the course, view, and finish level, with new custom builds and the largest estates commanding more. Custom homesites are also available. The HOA typically covers guard-gate security and front-yard/common-area maintenance, supporting a lock-and-leave lifestyle.

Who Mirabel Is Right For

• The golf-first buyer who values intimacy. If you love the idea of Desert Mountain's golf but want less density and more autonomy, Mirabel is the answer. It's frequently compared to Estancia for this reason.
• The second-home and lock-and-leave owner. Guard-gated security plus HOA-maintained landscaping makes seasonal ownership easy.
• Families who want an active community. Junior golf, tennis, pickleball, and a full events calendar.
• The privacy seeker. ~340 homesites across 713 acres at elevation is about as private as luxury golf living gets in Scottsdale.

Schools

Mirabel is served by the Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD #93). Students are generally assigned to:

• Black Mountain Elementary School
• Sonoran Trails Middle School
• Cactus Shadows High School — an AP/IB/CTE campus regularly recognized among Arizona's top comprehensive high schools

Boundaries can change, so verify your specific address with the district before purchasing.

How Mirabel Compares to Nearby Communities

• Mirabel vs. Desert Mountain: Desert Mountain is far larger with six clubhouses and multiple courses; Mirabel offers one exceptional Fazio course with a fraction of the density.
• Mirabel vs. Estancia: Both are exclusive, low-density, and prized for privacy near Pinnacle Peak. It often comes down to course preference and inventory.
• Mirabel vs. DC Ranch / Silverleaf: DC Ranch and Silverleaf sit closer in with walkable Market Street amenities; Mirabel trades that for elevation, quiet, and open desert.

Mirabel FAQ

Where is Mirabel located? Far North Scottsdale, AZ (85262), south of Cave Creek Road just east of Pima Road, directly south of Desert Mountain.

Is Mirabel a private golf community? Yes, a private, guard-gated community built around The Mirabel Club, a member-owned club with a Tom Fazio 18-hole championship course.

Do you have to be a member to live in Mirabel? No. Membership is separate from home ownership, and you don't have to own in Mirabel to apply. Owning a home does not automatically include golf membership.

How much do homes cost in Mirabel? As of 2026, resale homes generally range from the high-$2 millions into the $6 million-plus range, with new custom builds higher. Homesites are also available.

Who designed the Mirabel golf course? Tom Fazio, an 18-hole, par-71 course playing to more than 7,100 yards.

What school district is Mirabel in? Cave Creek Unified (CCUSD #93). Typically Black Mountain Elementary, Sonoran Trails Middle, and Cactus Shadows High.

How many homes are in Mirabel? Roughly 340 homesites across about 713 acres.

Is Mirabel gated? Yes, guard-gated with staffed security at the entry.

Thinking About Buying or Selling in Mirabel?

Mirabel rewards buyers who know how to navigate it: The membership process, the difference between a resale estate and a build-ready homesite, and how to value a custom home on the course. Whether you're buying, weighing Mirabel against Desert Mountain or Estancia, or preparing to sell, I'll give you honest guidance, real market data, and white-glove service from first showing to final signature.

Let's connect. Call or text Brent Votroubek at (319) 210-2622

About the author: Brent Votroubek is a luxury real estate specialist with Compass serving North Scottsdale — including Mirabel, Desert Mountain, DC Ranch, Silverleaf, Troon, and Paradise Valley — and one of Iowa's most decorated REALTORS®, with 18+ years of experience and over $600 million in closed sales. A former collegiate golfer, Brent brings firsthand knowledge of Scottsdale's golf communities to every client. Licensed in Arizona & Iowa.

Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Club fees, membership availability, home prices, and school boundaries are subject to change — verify current details directly with The Mirabel Club, the HOA, and Cave Creek Unified School District. Equal Housing Opportunity.