42650 N 52ND Street -, Cave Creek, AZ 85331
New Listing

Overview
Description
Supplements: ... (Read more) Hidden View Ranch is a truly extraordinary Arizona legacy property offering a rare combination of history, natural beauty, privacy, water resources, and equestrian amenities. Encompassing 82.66 acres in the heart of one of the most scenic and protected landscapes in the Desert Southwest, this remarkable ranch presents an opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find and impossible to duplicate. Originally established as the historic Dick Van Dyke Homestead, Hidden View Ranch occupies a unique setting where Cave Creek seasonally flows through the property, creating a lush desert oasis unlike any other in the region. Mature cottonwoods, native vegetation, and abundant wildlife thrive along the creek corridor, providing a striking contrast to the surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape. The property is bordered by both the Spur Cross Conservation Area and State Trust Land, ensuring exceptional privacy while providing direct access to thousands of acres of protected open space. The result is a ranch that feels both secluded and expansive, with uninterrupted mountain views stretching in every direction. Water is among the most valuable assets in the Southwest, and Hidden View Ranch is uniquely positioned in this regard. In addition to the natural presence of Cave Creek, the property benefits from three productive water wells that provide a reliable and valuable water supply for residential, agricultural, and equestrian uses. These water resources significantly enhance the ranch's long-term value and offer flexibility for future expansion and development. The improvements on the property have been thoughtfully designed to support a wide range of uses, from luxury ranch living and equestrian pursuits to guest accommodations and multigenerational ownership. The nearly completed main residence reflects exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail, blending timeless design with modern comfort. An attached guest casita provides additional living space for visitors or extended family members. Complementing the main residence is a separate 1,600-square-foot home that can serve as guest quarters, staff housing, or a private residence for family members. Equestrian facilities are a central component of the ranch. The property includes a barn with an apartment, a separate six-stall horse barn, and ample room for arenas, paddocks, training facilities, and expanded horse operations. The surrounding landscape offers exceptional opportunities for trail riding and outdoor recreation, with immediate access to vast stretches of protected land. A dedicated kennel building further enhances the versatility of the property and supports a variety of ranch and sporting lifestyles. Beyond its existing improvements, Hidden Valley Ranch offers tremendous future potential. Whether envisioned as a world-class equestrian estate, a private family compound, a luxury retreat, a working ranch, or a conservation-minded legacy property, the ranch provides an unparalleled foundation for a wide range of possibilities. The combination of acreage, water, privacy, protected surroundings, and substantial infrastructure creates a unique opportunity for an owner to shape the property according to their vision while preserving its remarkable character and heritage. The ranch consists of two separate contiguous parcels, a 67.66 acre parcel that is completely vacant and a 14.993 acre parcel that has the homes and facilities located on it. It is more than a ranch; it is a legacy property of exceptional quality, historical significance, and lasting value--a rare opportunity to own one of Arizona's truly remarkable private estates.
Listing Details MLS# 7053233
Location, Tax & Legal
- House Number
- 42650
- Compass
- N
- Street Name
- 52ND
- St Suffix
- Street
- City/Town Code
- Cave Creek
- State/Province
- AZ
- Zip Code
- 85331
- Zip4
- 7572
- Country
- US
- County Code
- Maricopa
- Assessor Number
- 202-19-020-B
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Lot #
- -
- Assessor's Map #
- 19
- Legal Description (Abbrev)
- E2 SW4 & W2 SE4 SEC 8 EX TH PT W2 SE4 DAF BEG SE COR SD W2 SE4 TH N 1039.55F TH N 53D 56M W 509F TH
- Assessor's Parcel #
- 20
- Assessor Parcel Ltr
- B
- Add'l Parcels
- Yes
- Tax Municipality
- Cave Creek
- Census Tract
- 610700
- Taxes
- 5521
- Marketing Name
- Hidden View Ranch
Contract Information
- For Sale or Lease?
- Sale
- Type
- Exclusive Right To Sell
General Property Description
- Apx Total Acres
- 67.67
- Apx Total Acres G/N
- N
- Price Per Acre
- 87187.82
- # Lots in Listing
- 2
- Apx SqFt
- 2947526
- Price Per SqFt
- 2
- Apx SqFt G/N
- N
- Lot Size Dimensions
- 870 Yards x 645 Yards, Irregular Shape
- Horses
- Y
- Zoning
- DR-190
- Flood Zone
- Yes
- Elementary School District
- Cave Creek Unified District
- High School District
- Cave Creek Unified District
- Elementary School
- Black Mountain Elementary School
- Jr. High School
- Black Mountain Elementary School
- High School
- Cactus Shadows High School
Remarks Misc
- Cross Street
- Cave Creek Rd and Spur Cross
- Directions
- North on Spur Cross for approximately 3.1 miles to Hidden View Ranch archway entrance. Call for further details.
Legal Info
- Township
- 6N
- Range
- 4E
- Section
- 8
- Lot Number
- -
Showing Notification Methods
- Showing Service
- No Showing Service Used
- Text
- Yes
- Phone Call
- Yes
More Information
Special Listing Cond
- N/A
- Yes
Pmt & Rate Info
- Equity
- 5900000
- Total Owed
- 0
Assoc/Prop Info
- HOA Y/N
- N
- PAD Fee Y/N
- N
- Assessed Balance
- 0
Lockbox Type
- None
- Yes
Existing Land Use
- Residential Acreage
- Yes
- Ranch
- Yes
Zoned Presently
- Single Family
- Yes
- Agricultural
- Yes
- Ranch
- Yes
Potential Use
- Agricultural
- Yes
- Ranch
- Yes
- Recreational
- Yes
Parcel Size
- 80.00 - 119.99 Acres
- Yes
Land Features
- Adjacent to Wash
- Yes
- Adjacent to Rvr/Strm
- Yes
- Borders Preserve/Public Land
- Yes
- See Remarks
- Yes
View
- Creek/Stream
- Yes
- Desert
- Yes
- Panoramic
- Yes
- Red Rocks/Boulders
- Yes
- Trees/Woods
- Yes
- Mountain(s)
- Yes
Elevation
- 2,001 - 3,000 Ft
- Yes
Elevation Source
- Topo Survey
- Yes
- Global Position Sys
- Yes
Vegetation
- Natural Vegetation
- Yes
- High Desert
- Yes
- Treed
- Yes
- See Remarks
- Yes
Land Configuration
- Irregular Shape
- Yes
Road Access Type
- City Street
- Yes
- Easement
- Yes
- Private Road
- Yes
Road Surface Type
- Gravel
- Yes
- Asphalt
- Yes
Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Yes
Water Source
- Private
- Yes
Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Yes
- Septic-In & Connectd
- Yes
Electric
- APS
- Yes
Gas
- Propane Bottled
- Yes
Existing Structures
- Workshop
- Yes
- Garage(s)
- Yes
- Shed(s)
- Yes
- Barn(s)
- Yes
- Corral(s)
- Yes
- Residence
- Yes
Distance to Cable
- None
- Yes
New Financing
- Cash
- Yes
- Conventional
- Yes
- No Carry
- Yes
- 1031 Exchange
- Yes
Distance to Phone
- On Property
- Yes
Distance to Water
- On Property
- Yes
Existing 1st Loan
- Treat as Free&Clear
- Yes
Distance to Electric
- On Property
- Yes
Existing 1st Loan Type
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Distance to Gas
- None
- Yes
Existing 1st Loan Terms
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Distance to Sewer
- None
- Yes
Existing 2nd Loan
- Treat as Free&Clear
- Yes
Horse Features
- Corral(s)
- Yes
- Stall
- Yes
- Barn
- Yes
- Tack Room
- Yes
- Bridle Path Access
- Yes
Existing 2nd Loan Type
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Existing 2nd Loan Terms
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Existing 3rd Loan
- Treat as Free&Clear
- Yes
Existing 3rd Loan Type
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Reports/Disclosures
- Seller Prop Disc Stm
- Yes
- Water Well Report
- Yes
- Well Disclosure
- Yes
- Flood Elevation Certificate
- Yes
Existing 3rd Loan Terms
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Environmental
- None
- Yes
Existing Other Loan
- Not Applicable
- Yes
Property Features

