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Grayhawk vs. DC Ranch
The single most common Scottsdale community comparison — both popular with families relocating from out of state.
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Side-by-side
Grayhawk
DC Ranch
Tagline
Two championship courses in the heart of North Scottsdale
A storied Country Club estate community at the base of the McDowells
Location
North Scottsdale, AZ 85255
North Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Price range
$850K – $4.2M
$1.1M – $9.5M
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Our take
Grayhawk wins on price-per-square-foot and public-access golf. DC Ranch wins on private-club access, larger lots, and the McDowell Mountain backdrop.
Grayhawk
Two championship courses in the heart of North Scottsdale
Grayhawk is one of Scottsdale’s most coveted master-planned golf communities, anchored by the Talon and Raptor championship courses. Tree-lined streets, walkable village centers, and resort-style amenities define daily life here.
Location: North Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Price: $850K – $4.2M
DC Ranch
A storied Country Club estate community at the base of the McDowells
DC Ranch is a private guard-gated estate community spanning 4,400 acres at the base of the McDowell Mountains. The DC Ranch Country Club offers two private 18-hole courses, a full-service spa, and one of the most exclusive social scenes in Scottsdale.
Location: North Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Price: $1.1M – $9.5M
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