10196 E WHISPERING WIND Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255 (MLS# 6007881)

10196 E WHISPERING WIND Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85255

$2,600,000

This home has a "grand" feel with a massive great room that flows into the dining room and kitchen.

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This gourmet kitchen is both beautiful and functional with a Wolf/Subzero appliance package

The new wine cellar is conveniently located between the great room and kitchen. Features include brick accent wall, accent lighting, and holds a 240 bottle collection.

This home offers numerous patios for enjoying panoramic views of the McDowell Mountains to the East.

Detached Guest House offers a bedroom with sitting area, wet bar and bath.

This completely remodeled home offers privacy on 2.4 acres, quality construction, and magnificent views.

Grand entrance to this well appointed estate home.

Enjoy city light and sunset views from the front courtyard.

From the moment you enter be mesmerized by the architectural details throughout.

This home has undergone a coplete remodel and offers a great room concept with timeless appeal will not disappoint the most discriminating buyer.

The elegant dining room is located off the great room and next to the bar and butler's pantry.

The great room boasts wood flooring, tongue and groove wood ceilings with beams, oversized gas fireplace and picture windows for taking in the mountain views.

Enjoy the tranquil sounds of the fountain on this outdoor patio next to the dining room.

This gourmet kitchen offers all your favorite appliances, two islands, and beautiful custom cabinetry.

Enjoy this casual dining space in the kitchen that has fabulous mountain views.

The luxurious master suite is split from the secondary bedrooms and makes for a perfect sanctuary.

The master suite is generous in size with wood flooring, gas fireplace, beams, sitting area, and mountain views.

Complete remodel with free standing tub, dual vanities, Rohl Italian fixtures and steam shower.

The steam shower is sure to delight with mosaic tile work on the walls and basket weave marble on the floor.

Spacious closet with room for everything and more.

Enjoy the finest of finishes with Rohl Italian bathroom fixtures and pewter sink in the powder room.

Bedroom 2 features an ensuite bathroom and private courtyard.

Each room has been meticulously designed and has exquisite features.

This private courtyard off of Bedroom 2 overlooks Pinnacle Peak mountain and provides a quiet sanctuary for relaxing or reading your favorite book.

This bedroom opens to the back patio. Gorgeous wood floors throughout with brown and gray tones.

Ensuite bathroom for bedroom 3 can also be accessed from the back patio.

Loft is a perfect place for a home office with custom built-ins, mountain views, and city lights. Could also be used as a game room, fitness center or more.

The spacious laundry offers additional storage, counter space, as well as a dog door into a special enclosure for maximum pet safety.

This area accessible from the laundry room provides a secure environment for your beloved pet to go outside and easily come back in through the doggie door.

Enjoy spectacular mountain views from this oversized patio.

This backyard oasis is low maintenance and perfect for a "lock and leave" lifestyle.

Enjoy grilling in this outdoor kitchen complete with sink, refrigerator, along with plenty of prep and serving space.

Relax under the stars in your private backyard by the warm cozy fire on cool evenings.

This home offers panoramic mountain views and is the perfect place to host small or large gatherings.

Enjoy the resort lifestyle in this private oasis.

This home was designed to be "lock and leave" with a private gated courtyard.

This porte cochere has a private gate to the casita, motorcourt and garage. This could easily be converted into a 3rd garage bay.

Plenty of parking available on the paver motorcourt and space to add additional garages if needed.

This private estate is nestled on 2.4 acres with spetacular views.

This custom estate enjoys views of the iconic Pinnacle Peak.

Rooms on the front of the home enjoy city light views.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4.5 Square Footage: 6,155 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 105,340 Status: Closed

Current Price: $2,600,000 Last Modified: 2/09/2026

Overview

Description

Understated elegance is the cornerstone of this sanctuary that is located within the gated boutique community of Ladera Vista. This completely remodeled home down to the studs, has timeless appeal and is nestled upon 2.4 acres for privacy and offers dramatic city light & mountain views. The chef's kitchen has state of the art appliances, custom cabinetry, center island, and flows effortlessly into the great room with easy access for indoor & outdoor entertaining. The great room is anchored by a dramatic fireplace, features soaring ceilings with hand hewn beams, & view windows for enjoying sultry sunsets. A wine display room & wet bar are conveniently located near the dining & great rooms for easy entertaining.

Supplements: Desirable energy efficient Integra block construction helps to keep energy costs down. A generous master retreat is split and includes a fireplace, sitting area, spacious dual walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath that has a new steam shower and has been designed for the most discriminating buyer. There are two additonal ensuite bedrooms in the ma ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 6007881

Location, Tax & Legal

Map Code/Grid: J38
House Number: 10196
Compass: E
Street Name: WHISPERING WIND
St Suffix: Drive
City/Town Code: Scottsdale
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85255
Zip4: 3007
Country: US
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor Number: 217-06-121
Subdivision: Ladera Vista
Tax Year: 2018
Assessor's Map #: 6
Legal Description (Abbrev): LADERA VISTA
Assessor's Parcel #: 121
Tax Municipality: Scottsdale
Taxes: 8317

Contract Information

Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple

General Property Description

Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: 2
# of Interior Levels: 2
# Bedrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: Yes
Total Bathrooms: 4.5
Approx SQFT: 6155
Price/SqFt: 422.42
Guest House SqFt: 645
Horses: N
Model: Custom
Builder Name: Graeger Custom Homes
Year Built: 2000
Approx Lot SqFt: 105340
Approx Lot Acres: 2.418
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: No
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 3
Planned Comm Name: Ladera Vista
Marketing Name: Ladera Vista
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Desert Sun Academy
Jr. High School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School

Remarks Misc

Cross Street: Happy Valley Road & Alma School Road
Directions: From Happy Valley Rd., turn south on Alma School Rd. to Ladera Vista (gate on the right). Take Wispering Wind to the ''T'' in the road and go right and home is on the corner.

Status Change Info

Off Market Date: 2020-11-28
Under Contract Date: 2020-11-02
Close of Escrow Date: 2021-04-06

Legal Info

Township: 4N
Range: 5E
Section: 8
Lot Number: 3
Cnty Rcrd Bk & Pg #: 418-26

More Information

Basement

Basement Y/N: N

Items Updated

Floor Yr Updated: 2019
Floor Partial/Full: Full
Wiring Yr Updated: 2018
Wiring Partial/Full: Full
Plmbg Yr Updated: 2018
Plmbg Partial/Full: Full
Ht/Cool Yr Updated: 2018
Ht/Cool Partial/Full: Full
Roof Yr Updated: 2018
Roof Partial/Full: Full
Kitchen Yr Updated: 2019
Kitchen Partial/Full: Full
Bath(s) Yr Updated: 2019
Bath(s) Partial/Full: Full

Parking Spaces

Garage Spaces: 2
Slab Parking Spaces: 10
Total Covered Spaces: 2

Cooling

HVAC SEER Rating: 16
Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
Central Air: Yes

Contact Info

List Agent Home Phn: 602-803-2293

Sold Info

Loan Type: Conventional
Loan Years: 30
Payment Type: Fixed
Closing Cost Split: Normal - N
Buyer Concession $/%: $
Seller Concession $/%: $
Buyer Concession to Seller: 0
Seller Concession to Buyer: 0

Special Listing Cond

N/A: Yes

Construction

Block: Yes

Const - Finish

Painted: Yes
Stucco: Yes

Roofing

Built-Up: Yes
Tile: Yes
Foam: Yes

Pmt & Rate Info

Down Payment: 0
Total Asum Mnth Pmts: 0

Association & Fees

HOA Y/N: Y
HOA Transfer Fee: 0
HOA Fee: 1400
HOA Paid Frequency: Annually
HOA Name: Ladera Vista
HOA Telephone: 480-513-8106
HOA 2 Y/N: N
PAD Fee Y/N: Y
PAD Fee: 0
PAD Paid (Freq): Annually
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee: 0
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee $/%: $
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee 2: 0
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee 2 $/%: $
Land Lease Fee Y/N: N
Land Lease Fee: 0
Rec Center Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee 2 Y/N: N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 116.67

Lockbox Type

None: Yes

Architecture

Santa Barbara/Tuscan: Yes

Master Bathroom

Full Bth Master Bdrm: Yes
Separate Shwr & Tub: Yes
Double Vanity: Yes
Private Toilet Room: Yes
Tub with Jets: Yes

Master Bedroom

Split: Yes
Downstairs: Yes

Additional Bedroom

Other Bedroom Split: Yes
Other Bedroom Downstairs: Yes
Separate Bedroom Exit: Yes
Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet: Yes
Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet: Yes

Fireplace Features

Fireplace Living Rm: Yes
Fireplace Master Bdr: Yes
Gas Fireplace: Yes
Exterior Fireplace: Yes

Flooring

Stone: Yes
Wood: Yes

Window Features

Dual Pane: Yes

Community Features

Gated: Yes

Dining Area

Formal: Yes
Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Breakfast Bar: Yes
Breakfast Room: Yes

Heating

Natural Gas: Yes

View

City Lights: Yes
Mountain(s): Yes

Kitchen Features

Dishwasher: Yes
Disposal: Yes
Gas Oven: Yes
Gas Range: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Multiple Ovens: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Reverse Osmosis: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Gas Cooktop: Yes
Granite Counters: Yes

Interior Features

Skylight(s): Yes
Vaulted Ceiling(s): Yes
9+ Flat Ceilings: Yes
Central Vacuum: Yes
Wet Bar: Yes
Fire Sprinkler System: Yes
No Interior Steps: Yes
Water Softener Owned: Yes
Water Purifier: Yes

Laundry

Inside: Yes

Other Rooms

Great Room: Yes
Loft: Yes
Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn: Yes

Separate Den/Office

Sep Den/Office Y/N: N

Technology

Pre-Wire Srnd Snd: Yes
Cable TV Avail: Yes
High Speed Internet: Yes
Smart Home: Yes
Security System Owned: Yes

Fencing

Block: Yes
Wrought Iron: Yes

Water Source

City Water: Yes

Exterior Features

Separate Guest House: Yes
Built-in BBQ: Yes
Covered Patio(s): Yes
Patio: Yes
Private Street(s): Yes
Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s): Yes

Spa

None: Yes

Sewer

Septic-In & Connected: Yes

Parking Features

Attch'd Gar Cabinets: Yes
Side Vehicle Entry: Yes
Garage Door Opener: Yes
Gated: Yes

New Financing

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Energy/Green Feature

Multi-Zones: Yes

Plumbing

Recirculation Pump: Yes
Tankless Ht Wtr Heat: Yes
Gas Hot Water Heater: Yes
Gas Hot Wtr – Tnklss: Yes

Utilities

APS: Yes
SW Gas: Yes

Existing 1st Loan

Treat as Free&Clear: Yes

Existing 1st Loan Terms

Non Assumable: Yes

Property Description

Corner Lot: Yes

Landscaping

Desert Front: Yes
Desert Back: Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Front: Yes
Yrd Wtring Sys Back: Yes
Auto Timer H2O Front: Yes
Auto Timer H2O Back: Yes

Services

City Services: Yes

Disclosures

Seller Discl Avail: Yes
Agency Discl Req: Yes

Possession

By Agreement: Yes
Close of Escrow: Yes

Association Fee Incl

Common Area Maint: Yes
Street Maint: Yes

Assoc Rules/Info

Pets OK (See Rmrks): Yes
No Visible Truck Trailer RV Boat: Yes
Rental OK (See Rmks): Yes
Self Managed: Yes

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Santa Barbara/Tuscan View: City Lights; Mountain(s) Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Vanity; Private Toilet Room; Tub with Jets Master Bedroom: Split; Downstairs Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Other Bedroom Downstairs; Separate Bedroom Exit; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet Fireplace Features: Fireplace Living Rm; Fireplace Master Bdr; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace Flooring: Stone; Wood Window Features: Dual Pane Spa: None Community Features: Gated Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Breakfast Bar; Breakfast Room Kitchen Features: Gas Oven; Gas Range; Gas Cooktop; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Reverse Osmosis; Multiple Ovens; Pantry; Walk-in Pantry; Granite Counters; Kitchen Island Laundry: Inside Other Rooms: Great Room; Loft; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn Interior Features: Skylight(s); Vaulted Ceiling(s); 9+ Flat Ceilings; Central Vacuum; Wet Bar; Fire Sprinkler System; No Interior Steps; Water Softener Owned; Water Purifier Technology: Pre-Wire Srnd Snd; Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet; Security System Owned; Smart Home Exterior Features: Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Patio; Private Street(s); Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Separate Guest House Parking Features: Attch'd Gar Cabinets; Garage Door Opener; Gated; Side Vehicle Entry Construction: Block Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco Roofing: Built-Up; Tile; Foam Cooling: Central Air; Ceiling Fan(s) Heating: Natural Gas Plumbing: Recirculation Pump; Tankless Ht Wtr Heat; Gas Hot Water Heater; Gas Hot Wtr – Tnklss Utilities: APS; SW Gas Water Source: City Water Sewer: Septic-In & Connected Services: City Services Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block Property Description: Corner Lot Landscaping: Desert Front; Desert Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back Lockbox Type: None Possession: By Agreement; Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint; Street Maint Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear Existing 1st Loan Terms: Non Assumable New Financing: Cash; Conventional Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req

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Listing Office: Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty

Last Updated: February - 09 - 2026