
Recreational Land with Home for Sale in Phoenix, Arizona
5500 N Dromedary Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018
The famous MERRY CHRISTMAS house can now be yours! Perched high above the city atop the south slope of Camelback Mountain, the 23.66-acre property has the most exquisite sweeping views of the entire Valley below. This is one of the last remaining buildable lots on the mountain with unlimited possibilities; subdivide into as many as 4 separate parcels, build a family compound, or leave the current property; all are special opportunities. The existing 4,661square-foot residence, originally built in the 1950s, and influenced by world renown Frank Lloyd Wright has an impressive midcentury modern vibe. Privately gated and surrounded by the beauty of the desert, this estate property combines ultimate privacy, panoramic vistas, and building flexibility. Whether preserved, expanded, or completely The famous MERRY CHRISTMAS house can now be yours! Perched high above the city atop the south slope of Camelback Mountain, the 23.66-acre property has the most exquisite sweeping views of the entire Valley below. This is one of the last remaining buildable lots on the mountain with unlimited possibilities; subdivide into as many as 4 separate parcels, build a family compound, or leave the current property; all are special opportunities. The existing 4,661square-foot residence, originally built in the 1950s, and influenced by world renown Frank Lloyd Wright has an impressive midcentury modern vibe. Privately gated and surrounded by the beauty of the desert, this estate property combines ultimate privacy, panoramic vistas, and building flexibility. Whether preserved, expanded, or completely transformed, this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a piece of Arizona history sitting on one of its most iconic mountain peaks. You will literally be king of the mountain! Conceptual floorplan and site plan designs by architect Mark Candelaria are available for inspiration.
Location
- Street address
- 5500 N Dromedary Rd
- County
- Maricopa County
- School district
- Scottsdale Unified District
- Elevation
- 1,647 feet
Directions
From Camelback Rd and Arcadia Drive head W on Camelback. Turn North on Dromedary Rd. Follow the rd up into the mountain until the road narrows. Do not go up drive unaccompanied, gated half way up.
Property details
- Acreage
- 23.66 acres
- MLS #
- ARMLS 7028875
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $17,144
Parcels
- 172-49-047-D
Legal description
ARCADIA REPLAT MCR 15/49 PT BLOCK V & PT OBRIENS CAMELBACK LANDS EX P/D 10710/1134 & EX P/D 9950/643
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Lot
- Features
- Borders Preserve/Public Land, Desert Back, Desert Front, Grass Back, Hillside Lot, Irrigation Back, Natural Desert Back, Natural Desert Front, North/South Exposure
Exterior
- Pool
- Private
Structure
- Style
- Contemporary
- Stories
- 1
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Block, Painted, Stone
- Roof
- Foam
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom x 3, Bedroom
- Flooring
- Carpet
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Refrigerator
- Features
- Double Vanity, Eat-In Kitchen, Full Bath Master Bedroom, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Separate Shower & Tub, Tub With Jets, Upstairs, Walk-In Pantry
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | Natural Gas | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Hopi Elementary School | Elementary | Scottsdale Unified District |
| Ingleside Middle School | Middle | Scottsdale Unified District |
| Arcadia High School | High | Scottsdale Unified District |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2026 | New listing | $24,000,000 | — | ARMLS |









































































