Castle Chase

Castle Chase is a quiet, gated retreat within McDowell Mountain Ranch that has a lot to offer. Nestled at the base of the McDowell Mountains, many of the homes back to open space and have absolutely beautiful mountain views. Moreover, the 172 single level homes that comprise Castle Chase also have their own private recreational center with a heated pool and spa, kitchenette, BBQ areas, restrooms, a covered ramada for entertaining and an exercise room/workout facility.

When the community was first offered for sale, there were five different models available with eleven different floor plan ranging in size from 1,338 square feet to 1,941 square feet. Each model was offered in three different exterior elevations and there were a number of additional customizable exterior options which ultimately helped create a varied and attractive look.

About The Builder

Castle Chase was developed by Centex Homes which had been honored with the #1 ranking on Fortune magazine’s list of “America’s most admired Companies” in the engineering and construction category for many years. They were also the only builder to rank among the Top 10 on Professional Builder’s Giant 400 list practically every year since its inception in 1968, and in 1998 (as this community was being constructed) the magazine named Centex Homes its “Builder of the Year”.

In 2009 Centex Corporation and Pulte Homes merged to create America’s largest homebuilding company. Pulte Group Inc is one of America’s largest homebuilding companies with operations in approximately 50 markets throughout the country. Their brands include Centex, Pulte Homes, Del Webb, DiVosta Homes and John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods. They are based in Atlanta Georgia.

Neighborhood stats

Builder: Centex Corporation

Number of Homes: 172

Number of Models: 5

Price Range: mid-$400’s to high $500’s

Sq Ft:: 1,338 to 1,941

Community Map

Models

Castle Chase offered five different single-story models that ranged in size from 1,338 to 1,941 square feet and had from 1 to 4 distinctive floor plan variations. Each model was also offered in three elevations which varied in regard to roofs, windows and entry configurations. A 2 car garage was standard.

Carlisle

The Carlisle model varied from 1,338 to 1,499 square feet and was a great room plan with 2 full baths. The difference in size was due to the addition of an optional third Bedroom.

Helmsley

The Helmsley had 4 different plan variations that ranged from 1,474 to 1,915 square feet. The difference in size was due to the addition of a 3rd bedroom and a family room. It came with 2 full baths.

Stirling

The Stirling plan came in 2 versions of 1,716 & 1,775 square feet respectively. The former had a 3 bedroom/den layout with 2 full baths and the later offered two masters and 2.5 baths.

Nottingham

The Nottingham had only one footprint which was 1,880 square feet. However, you could select a layout that offered a dual master in lieu of 3 bedrooms. Either way, there were 2 full baths. A distinctive feature of this model was the front covered patio.

Windsor

The Windsor had 2 variations at 1,848 & 1,941 square feet each with 2 full baths. The latter featured a dramatically enlarged master bedroom. There was an option to convert this 2 bedroom with a den into a 3 bedroom layout.

Special Features

The builder, Centex Homes, indicated in their sales documents that the following features were common to all homes the community. However, many items have, in fact, been upgraded or changed by the current owners. Therefore, potential buyers are advised to verify any information that is material to their interests and might affect their decision to purchase a property in this community.

Outside Your Home

Elegantly styled custom exteriors
Masonry block with Integra System Elegant custom carved entry doors
160° peep hole at front door
Color-thru roof tile
Masonry rear yard fences with painted block & stucco exterior
Weatherproof exterior receptacles
Front & rear yard hose bibs
Private covered patios with outdoor lighting
Spacious two car garages w/ space for storage or work bench
Automatic opener on double garage door
Garage coach lights
Custom designed front yard landscaping with automatic watering system
Choice of 8 exterior color schemes

Inside Your Home

Dramatic interior architecture
Soaring ceiling heights (10′ flat)
Interior spaces designed for the way you live
Designer interior doors – 2, 4 or 6 panel
Elegant polished brass lever hardware
12″ x 12″ Ceramic tile entry, kitchen, bath & laundry
French doors in select locations
Spacious closets & additional storage areas
White decora electric switches
Choice of 2 custom textures on ceilings and walls
Rounded drywall corners
3-1/4 in. base boards
Interconnected smoke detectors
Copper wiring – 110 volt circuits
Pre-wired for TV (3 each)
Pre-wired for telephone (3 each)
Ceiling fan outlets (3 each)
Security system
One year security monitoring service
Upgraded carpet in a variety of colors
Elegant light fixtures
In wall pest control system

Kitchen Features

Custom oak cabinetry
Elegant Stonite countertops
Cast iron kitchen sink with sprayer
Whirlpool microwave oven
Heavy duty disposal
Whirlpool dishwasher
Whirlpool range
Water line for refrigerator icemaker
Kitchen convenience package
Custom designed kitchen island
Full-size pantries

Laundry Area

Conveniently located
220 volt outlet & vent for dryer
Convenient shelf above washer/dryer

Master Suite

Spacious master suites
Large wardrobe & walk-in closets with mirrored bi-pass closet doors

Master Bathroom

Elegant Moen Monticello faucets
Moen pressure regulating valve at master showers
Mirrored bi-pass doors (per plan)
Compartmentalized water closets
Extra large vanities with make-up area
Luxurious cultured marble ultra tub
Spacious cultured marble showers
Cultured marble vanities with integrated bowls and bullnose edge
Elongated water closets

Bath Features

Custom oak cabinetry
Cultured marble vanities with integrated bowls
Elongated water closets
Upgraded chrome & white Monticello Moen faucets with lifetime warranty
Moen pressure regulating valve at showers
Full width vanity mirrors
Cultured marble tub & shower surrounds

Energy Saving Features

Insulated Integra block masonry system
Southwest Gas – Energy Advantage standard gas furnace & water heater
Honeywell programmable thermostats
R-30 insulation in ceiling (per plan)
R-27 rated walls (per plan)
Ground mounted 11.0 SEER high efficiency heating & cooling system
Water saving plumbing fixtures with 1.6 gallon water closets
Dual glaze insulated windows
Sun screens – South, East & West exposed windows

This page contains a number of maps that may be helpful in understanding more about this Castle Chase community.

The map on the top left shows where in McDowell Mountain Ranch the community is located. Just to the right of that is an aerial view provided by the digital map center of the city of Scottsdale which should provide you with an interesting perspective on the community. The last two are an actual street map and the builder’s original site plan. Click to enlarge maps.