If you are searching for the ultimate single family home in Phoenix without the taxes of nearby Scottsdale, this 3 bedroom home is it! This sprawling ranch home has a split floor plan and the good bones of 1980s construction with all the unique features you dont see anymore. With almost 2000 square feet and soaring vaulted ceilings, the open floor plan and multitude of different rooms make for a great home for entertainment. Make your memories for years to come with a fabulous location with everything you need in each direction. On the outskirts of Paradise Valley near 44th Street and Thunderbird, the home is situated on a quiet L shaped street, making traffic noise completely minimal. With east west exposure, the current homeowners describe every evening as a beautiful sunset while sitting out on the backyard patio. The front landscape is low maintenance desert granite with mature landscape and a gorgeous 3 tiered working fountain at the entrance, giving it great curb appeal. With no association fees to hold you back, you have a double RV parking gate which was newly installed. If you choose to park your boat or camper on the side of the house, there is plenty of room for parking. The oversized lot is quite evident in the massive backyard, with a sprawling grassy area bordered by brick curbing. Mexican fan palm, an orange tree and 2 lemon trees are mixed in with a line of oleanders lining the back wall. The block privacy wall surrounds the perimeter of the property, and the neighbor behind you is recessed further back so it appears as though you have no direct neighbors. An extra concrete pad has been added as a side patio, and the covered patio will play host to many gatherings. Service entrance window from the kitchen makes it easy to entertain and transfer food back and forth. Side open shed for storage or gardening. An additional wall fountain is on the back patio, which adds beauty and elegance. New patio roof with floodlights. A double French door will lead you back inside from the back patio into the family room and kitchen area. The kitchen has original wood cabinets, breakfast bar and white appliances, including built in microwave, electric stove and dishwasher. Adjacent wet bar for your convenience. The family room has vaulted ceilings, as well as the front living and dining areas. 2 sided display shelves up above and a great highlight is the double sided woodburning fireplace. A unique sunken conversation pit is a wonderful accent and you will sit right in front of the fireplace on the living room side. Formal dining area for gatherings, and a large picture window with seating gives you a great view of the front yard. Ceramic tile front entry with dark brown carved wood doors. The roof and AC unit were replaced in 2006 and new stucco on the exterior. If you look up above, you will see the original wood beams that support the ceiling. Neutral carpet and ceramic tile throughout most of the home. The split floor plan showcases the secondary bedrooms on one side, with double closets and neutral carpet. The hall bath is flanked by both bedrooms with new toilet, tub & shower, and new rain glass window. Tile countertop on single vanity. The arched doorways will lead you to the other side with the master suite and double door entry. Attached bath features long dual vanity on one side, with tiled countertop accented with medallion border. Long row of mirrored closets. The bath also has a sunken tub and shower with a large picture window out to the courtyard. Side entrance leads out to the backyard. One of the best things we saved for last is the elongated pool with tile surround and attached spa. Enjoy many hours luxuriating in the water and cooling off. If you have kids, they are able to walk to school, which is the Paradise Valley School District. This is an established neighborhood with all the perks. Qualified buyers call to schedule an appointment.