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8956 E VENUS Drive
Carefree, AZ 85377
FOR
SALE
$1,374,000
Active
4
Beds
2
Baths
3
Garage
1.08
Acres
1980
Yr. Built
MLS# 7077250
Cumulative Days on Market: 21 · Includes prior listings · Currently listed since 09/08/26 · Data provided by the MLS.

Property Description

Stunning custom Sonoran estate on 1.08 acres in coveted Carefree -- fully remodeled in 2024 with fresh 2026 updates and sweeping Desert Mountain views. Soaring 20-foot vaulted ceilings, skylights, and brand-new Sunstone flooring flow through open living areas with two wood-burning fireplaces. The showpiece kitchen dazzles: quartz waterfall counters, custom two-tone cabinets with rose gold hardware, Café Line appliances, floor-to-ceiling quartz backsplash, and dedicated skylight. Primary suite features a walk-in closet, private exit, and spa ensuite with marble floors, vessel sinks, and soaking tub. Out back: wraparound patio with built-in BBQ, refinished pool, synthetic putting green with hole lights, outdoor sound system, and solar landscape lighting -- set against Arizona sunsets. Inside, every detail has been thoughtfully considered: wood-casing windows, real wood doors, plantation shutters, and neutral-toned walls that let the architecture breathe. The chef's kitchen also features an under-mount sink beneath a rose gold gooseneck faucet, peninsula seating for many, a stainless hood, and a brand-new built-in pantry. A separate dining room framed by backyard views is anchored by an elegant chandelier; pure entertaining energy with an elegant touch of an artistic stained glass upper window providing a colorful glow at certain times of the day. The primary suite includes its own wood-burning fireplace; the guest bath serves three additional bedrooms with quartz counters, marble flooring, subway tile, round black mirrors, and a custom tiled shower with glass doors and bench seating. Just past the entry, a vanishing screen door and brand-new courtyard -- paver flooring, small fountain, ambient lighting, reading bench, and custom artisan iron entry door -- set a tranquil tone perfect for that morning coffee. Curated landscape sculpture, fresh turf, and mature palms complete the backyard. The extended-length 3-car garage is newly epoxied. Behind the scenes: whole-home water softener and HVAC air purification. Single-level living with North and south exposure keeps every room comfortable year-round. Tucked into the private Velvet Shadows enclave on one of Carefree's most sought-after custom-home streets, minutes to the shops, restaurants, and trails of Carefree and Cave Creek. This estate is truly one of a kind.

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Property Highlights

Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Spanish
Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
2
Living Area
2,814
Price / Sqft
$488
Acres
1.08
Year Built
1980
Cumulative Days On Market
20

Location

City/Township
Carefree
View
Desert, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
Subdivision
VELVET SHADOWS
County
Maricopa

Property Details

Price
$1,374,000
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence

Building

Stories
1

Community

Community Features
Biking/Walking Path

Local Schools

Elementary School
Black Mountain Elementary School
Middle School
Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School
Cactus Shadows High School
School District
Cave Creek Unified District

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms
2
Full Bathrooms
2
Bedrooms
4
Additional Bedroom
Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet, Separate Bedroom Exit
Other Rooms
Family Room, Great Room

Area and Spaces

Living Area
2,814

Appliances

Appliances
Dryer, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Refrigerator, Built-in Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Electric Oven, Electric Cooktop

Interior Features

Interior Features
Non-laminate Counter, High Speed Internet, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Full Bth Master Bdrm, Separate Shwr & Tub
Flooring
Vinyl, Tile
Laundry Features
In Garage
Window Features
Skylight(s), Dual Pane, Wood Frames
Fireplace Features
Living Room, Master Bedroom

Heating and Cooling

Heating Features
Electric
Cooling Included
Yes
Has Fireplace
Yes
Fireplaces
2

Building Details

Construction

Architectural Style
Spanish
Builder
Unkown
Year Built
1980

Materials

Construction Materials
Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
Roof
Built-Up, Foam

Terms

Terms

Ownership
Fee Simple
Disclosures
Seller Discl Avail
Special Conditions
N/A
Special Terms
Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Cumulative Days On Market
20

Taxes

Tax

Tax (Annual)
$1,711.98

HOA

Has HOA
Yes
Association Fee
$60 /yr
Association Fee Includes
Maintenance Grounds

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thmstat

Utilities

Sewer
Septic in & Cnctd, Septic Tank
Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
1.08
Lot Size
47,025
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
47,025
Lot Features
Borders Common Area, North/South Exposure, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers In Front, Desert Back, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Synthetic Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
Road Surface
Asphalt

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Built-in Barbecue, Built-in BBQ, Covered Patio(s), Patio
Patio And Porch Features
Covered Deck, Covered Patio(s), Patio
Fencing
Block, Wrought Iron

Parking

Garage Capacity
3
Covered Spaces
3
Parking Features
RV Access/Parking, Garage Door Opener, Extended Length Garage

Pool Features

Has Private Pool
Yes
Pool Features
Play Pool
Spa Features
None
Listed by W and Partners, LLC, 602-828-5767
Listing Data last updated 09/30/2026 09:00 pm
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Cumulative Days on Market: 21 days (includes prior listings) · Currently listed since September 8, 2026. Data provided by the MLS.

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