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Clearwater Hills Paradise Valley: Guard Gated Estates, Pricing, and Lifestyle (2026)

Clearwater Hills Neighborhood Guide
By Anne Sostman | The Scottsdale Agent | License SA718853000

Clearwater Hills:
Elevated Living in
Paradise Valley.

Paradise Valley, Arizona · 85253

Clearwater Hills is one of Paradise Valley’s most exclusive enclaves, a guard gated community west of Tatum Boulevard known for large custom lots with dramatic boulder formations and elevated desert terrain. Buyers seeking maximum privacy and the most striking natural desert settings in the Valley gravitate to Clearwater Hills, where homes range from $3M to above $15M.

“Clearwater Hills offers a combination of natural drama and residential privacy that is unmatched in Paradise Valley. The boulder formations, the elevation, and the guard gated exclusivity create a setting that cannot be replicated anywhere else in the Valley.”
— Anne Sostman | The Scottsdale Agent

$3M+
Entry point for Clearwater Hills estates
Guard
Guard gated community access
Boulders
Dramatic natural boulder formations
85253
Paradise Valley zip code

Paradise Valley Specialist

Guard Gated · Custom Estates · Mountain Views

Ultra Luxury · Primary Residence · Privacy

Published by Anne Sostman

Overview

What Is Clearwater
Hills?

Clearwater Hills is a guard gated enclave in Paradise Valley west of Tatum Boulevard that remained a county island outside town boundaries until the 2000s. The community is defined by its dramatic natural boulder formations, elevated desert terrain, and large custom lots that create some of the most visually striking residential settings in all of metro Phoenix.

The elevation and topography of Clearwater Hills produce panoramic views that sweep from Camelback Mountain to the city lights of Phoenix and the mountain ranges beyond. Homes are custom designed to take advantage of these view corridors, with architectural styles ranging from contemporary desert modern to Tuscan inspired estates.

Clearwater Hills attracts buyers seeking maximum privacy and the most striking natural desert settings available in Paradise Valley. Land prices approach $2M per acre for the most sought after parcels, and completed homes range from $3M to above $15M. The community is tightly held, with turnover measured in years rather than months.

Real Estate

What Buyers Need
to Know.

Clearwater Hills is among the most exclusive and scenically dramatic residential enclaves in all of Paradise Valley.

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Custom Estates
Every home in Clearwater Hills is custom built, designed to integrate with the natural boulder formations and maximize the elevated view corridors. Architectural styles range from contemporary desert modern to Mediterranean and Tuscan inspired designs. Square footage typically ranges from 4,000 to 10,000+ square feet.
Pricing
Homes range from approximately $3M to above $15M, with land prices approaching $2M per acre for premium parcels. Clearwater Hills commands among the highest per acre land values in Paradise Valley due to the irreplaceable natural terrain and guard gated exclusivity.
Guard Gated Privacy
Access to Clearwater Hills is controlled through a staffed guard gate, providing a level of security and privacy that is paramount for the community’s ultra high net worth residents. The gated perimeter combined with the natural terrain creates genuine seclusion.
Scarcity
Clearwater Hills is a tightly held community with very low turnover. When properties do come to market, they attract intense interest from qualified buyers. Off market opportunities are common, and access to the private listing network is often the only way to secure a position in this enclave.

Lifestyle

Why People Choose
Clearwater Hills.

What makes this enclave a compelling place to call home.

Dramatic Natural Setting
The boulder formations and elevated terrain create a residential setting unlike anything else in Paradise Valley. Homes are framed by ancient granite outcroppings and sweeping desert panoramas.
Panoramic Views
The elevation produces commanding views of Camelback Mountain, the Phoenix skyline, and the surrounding mountain ranges. Sunset views from Clearwater Hills are among the most spectacular in the Valley.
Guard Gated Security
Staffed guard gate provides controlled access and the highest level of residential security. Privacy is absolute and anonymity is effortless.
Resort Proximity
Despite its secluded feel, Clearwater Hills is minutes from Paradise Valley’s six world class resorts, Old Town Scottsdale dining, and the Scottsdale Airpark employment corridor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clearwater Hills
FAQ.

The questions buyers and relocators ask most.

Where is Clearwater Hills?
A guard gated enclave in Paradise Valley west of Tatum Boulevard, within the 85253 zip code. The community occupies elevated desert terrain with dramatic boulder formations and panoramic views.
What are home prices in Clearwater Hills?
Homes range from approximately $3M to above $15M. Land prices approach $2M per acre for premium parcels. Clearwater Hills commands among the highest per acre values in Paradise Valley.
Is Clearwater Hills gated?
Yes. Clearwater Hills is a guard gated community with staffed entry providing controlled access and maximum privacy for residents.
How often do homes come to market?
Clearwater Hills has very low turnover. Properties come to market infrequently, and off market opportunities through private listing networks are common.

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Elevated Living in
Paradise Valley.

Whether you are seeking a guard gated estate with panoramic views, evaluating off market opportunities in one of the Valley’s most exclusive enclaves, or positioning a Clearwater Hills property for sale, a private conversation costs nothing and changes everything.

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