Modern desert living at the foot of the McDowell Mountains begins with a home designed to embrace light, nature, and wellness. Optima McDowell Mountain combines striking contemporary architecture, lush landscaping, and resort-inspired amenities to create one of North Scottsdale’s most distinctive luxury communities.
Designed to maximize natural light and seamless indoor-outdoor living, the residences feature expansive terraces, floor-to-ceiling glass, and thoughtfully crafted spaces that capture breathtaking views of the McDowell Mountains and surrounding Sonoran Desert. Every detail reflects Optima’s commitment to innovative design, sustainability, and elevated living.
Residents enjoy an exceptional collection of amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, state-of-the-art fitness and wellness facilities, beautifully landscaped gathering spaces, and convenient access to miles of hiking and biking trails. Just minutes from world-class golf, premier shopping, fine dining, and Scottsdale Airpark, the community offers a sophisticated lifestyle that balances tranquility, recreation, and urban convenience.
Whether you’re searching for a full-time residence, a seasonal retreat, or a lock-and-leave luxury home, Optima McDowell Mountain offers an extraordinary way to experience luxury living in North Scottsdale.
45,136 people live in Optima McDowell Mountain, where the median age is 51.4 and the average individual income is $98,711. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Optima McDowell Mountain, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
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Optima McDowell Mountain has 19,597 households, with an average household size of 2.29. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Optima McDowell Mountain do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 45,136 people call Optima McDowell Mountain home. The population density is 512 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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