Optima McDowell Mountain Update

Things are heating up in North Scottsdale. The highly anticipated Optima McDowell Mountain development is about to kick off its first phase of sales and here at Williams Luxury Homes, our boutique brokerage is already prepping many of our clients to jump in.

Over the past 20 years, we’ve helped facilitate hundreds of millions in condo sales at other Optima properties. From Optima Camelview Village to Optima Kierland, we’ve been deep in the mix and we’re ready for this next chapter. With the sales gallery nearly finished and buzz swirling across the city, it’s go time.

Oh, and it’s not just Optima that’s making moves. Billions are flowing into the North Scottsdale corridor, particularly around Scottsdale Road & Loop 101. Projects like Axon’s new HQ, the bold The Parque community, One Scottsdale, and Cavasson are redefining the region. Here’s what you need to know now.

First Look At Optima McDowell Mountain

This is more than a build. It’s a benchmark. Optima is bringing its signature architecture and greenery-focused design to a prime 22-acre parcel in the Scottsdale Road & Loop 101 Corridor.

Here’s the quick overview:

• Six 8-story buildings planned

• Two will be luxury condos

• Four will be high-end apartments

• 1,330 total residential units projected

• 36,000 sq. ft. of commercial space

• Rooftop decks on all six buildings

• 10-acre central park with native landscaping

• Concrete-framed structures for durability

• Sales begin April 2025

The mix of open-air luxury, vertical green design, and wellness amenities has been fine-tuned by David Hovey Sr. & Jr., two architects who’ve helped shape Scottsdale’s skyline. And this time, they’re taking sustainability even further.

Green Design Goes Desert Deep

Optima McDowell Mountain is setting some big records, and even bigger intentions. This project pushes sustainable living in ways that make a real impact on Arizona’s future.

• Largest private rainwater system in the U.S.

• Captures 210,000 gallons underground for irrigation

• 75% of land kept as open space

• Public access to most of the grounds

• 100% of parking moved underground

• Rooftop solar panels across the project

• EV chargers for guests and residents

• Vertical garden walls help cool buildings naturally

• Built under new IECC & IgCC green codes

This isn’t an experiment. It’s a city-approved, water-wise, energy-smart, open-space-filled modern community designed for long-term resilience.

Luxe Amenities Across All Buildings

Each building stands on its own with a suite of amenities for its residents. But they also tie together with a focus on lifestyle and community. Here’s what residents can expect:

• Olympic-length 50-meter pools

• Rooftop running tracks

• Outdoor fireplaces & lounges

• Pickleball and basketball courts

• Cutting-edge fitness centers

• Multiple residents’ lounges

• Seamless access to bike trails & walking paths

It’s wellness, fresh air, and convenience, all stacked into a green vertical neighborhood.

What About Pricing?

As of April 3rd, 2025, pricing has yet to be officially released. But based on what we know, and recent luxury sales in the area by yours truly, here’s our expert speculation.

• Entry-level units may start near $800/sq ft

• Premium view condos may reach $1,700/sq ft

• We recently sold a penthouse at Optima Kierland over $1,600/sq ft

• Floorplans expected to include 1-bed, 2-bed, and 3-bed units

• Penthouses may be combinable for ultra-luxury layouts

Again, this is only our current estimate. Real numbers will land soon once sales formally open.

North Scottsdale’s Real Estate Boom

Optima McDowell Mountain isn’t happening in a vacuum. The entire area is bursting with forward motion, stacked with large-scale mixed-use projects and urban planning activity.

Here’s a glimpse of what’s unfolding nearby:

• The Parque just submitted phase one plans to Scottsdale

• One Scottsdale is filling out fast, with Portico and Atavia (by Belgravia Group) drawing buyer interest

• Cavasson continues its rise with Toll Brothers’ townhomes expected to hit market in late 2026

• Axon’s massive HQ project could advance without a zoning change, thanks to a new bill in motion

• ASM is building right next door to Optima McDowell Mountain. Yes, right next door to the new site

It’s an epicenter of growth. From lifestyle infrastructure to job hubs, this corridor is turning into something extraordinary. And fast.

Let’s Get You Ready

We’re watching everything. From rezoning updates to HOA disclosures, we’re tracking this project closely because many of our clients are already lined up to get in early.

If you’re thinking about owning a unit at Optima McDowell Mountain, now’s the time to connect. This is one of the most significant launches in recent memory. Not just because of what it is, but because of everything happening around it.

We’ll keep you looped in on every phase of this development, just like we have with every other Optima over the past two decades.

Until then? Get ready. The next wave of North Scottsdale living is coming, and it’s bold, green, and built to last.