Discover the community
About Legend Trail
Legend Trail is a master-planned golf community in far North Scottsdale, located near the base of the Continental Mountains and just west of the Tonto National Forest.
Setting
- Built in the high Sonoran Desert, with big views of:
- Pinnacle Peak
- McDowell Mountains
- Black Mountain
- About 640 acres total, with ~50% preserved as open space
- Low-density, quiet, and more “tucked away” than areas like Grayhawk or DC Ranch
Overall feel:
Peaceful, scenic, slightly more affordable luxury than Troon North, with a strong golf/outdoor lifestyle
🏡 Community + housing
- Roughly 800+ homes + a small condo segment
- 8 neighborhoods (some gated)
- Homes range from:
- ~1,500 sq ft lock-and-leave
- To 6,000+ sq ft custom homes
Architecture:
- Desert contemporary, Mediterranean, and Pueblo styles
- Stucco, tile roofs, stone accents
- Many lots back to:
- Golf course
- Natural open space (big selling point here)
⛳ Lifestyle & amenities
Legend Trail is built around the Legend Trail Golf Club, which is semi-private and a major draw.
Other amenities:
- Community center with:
- Pools
- Fitness center
- Tennis & pickleball
- Extensive walking and biking trails throughout the neighborhood
Close to:
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- Tonto National Forest (hiking, off-roading)
- Carefree / Cave Creek (western vibe, restaurants, events)
👥 Who Typically Lives There
- Retirees and second-home (“snowbird”) buyers
- Golfers and outdoor enthusiasts
- Buyers looking for North Scottsdale lifestyle at a lower price point than Troon or Desert Mountain
- Median age skews older (mid-to-late 60s)
👍 Pros
- Stunning desert views + preserved open space
- Strong value vs. nearby luxury communities
- Built-in golf + active lifestyle
- Quiet and less crowded
