Desert Cliffs

Desert Cliffs

Subdivision Information

McDowell Mountain Ranch, Scottsdale

Desert Cliffs consists of 177 homes located in the community of McDowell Mountain Ranch in north Scottsdale. Desert Cliffs was developed by UDC homes and they began building in 1992.

Desert Cliffs has eight different models consisting of 5 single level and 3 multi level homes ranging from 2,392 to 3,834 square feet. Floor plans featured are from 3 to 5 bedrooms. Three car garages are a standard feature on these models.

The eight different floor plans of Desert Cliffs are #6040, #6020, #6050, #6060, #6504, #6080, #6085, and #6090. You can click on each name to get a pdf of each floor plan and more information.

Desert Cliffs is located in the McDowell Mountain Ranch Community. It is surrounded by a desert oasis with recreational walking and jogging trails. It boasts a beautiful mountain views in the north and an addition of city light views in the south.The clubhouse and exercise center are available in the Community Center. It has amenities including a heated community pool and spa, 18- hole public golf course, and a natural open space with Ramadas.
A Trail Mail Blast is sent to all the residents of McDowell Mountain Ranch to giving the latest and greatest news, such as board meetings, school information, family events, and fitness classes in the Community Center.

Desert Canyon Elementary School and Desert Canyon Middle School, rated top schools, are located in the community.  The community loves its’ 20,000 square foot Arabian Library, Aquatic Center with a 600-foot lazy river and 8-lanes lap pool, and a 16,000 sq. ft Skate Park.  Click here to get more information.

• #6040
• #6020
• #6050
• #6060
• #6504
• #6080
• #6085
• #6090

Builder Finishes and Standards for homes in Desert Cliffs by UDC Homes

Unique Exterior

• Large covered patios with outdoor lighting Access sleeve under driveway for landscaping
• Smoke detectors included in all bedrooms Copper wiring (110 circuit)
• Front yard landscaping with irrigation system
• Copper plumbing throughout home
• 00 Amp electrical service panel
• 4 TV and 4 telephone outlets
• 3 outdoor hose bibs
• Pre-wired for security system
• Coach lights at garage
• Keyless garage door entry (10 key)
• Luxurious broom-finished walkways
• Choice of distinctive exterior elevations
• Garage door opener
• Finished 3 car garages
• Custom stucco eaves
• Color-thru tile roofs

Distinctive Baths

• Spacious 3″ recessed w/beveled edge mirrored medicine cabinets in master bath
• Separate shower with cultured marble surrounds Luxurious oval tub in master bath
• Price Pfister chrome and brass plumbing fixtures
• Porcelain on steel tubs with marble surrounds
• Integral cultured marble bowls
• Cultured marble vanity countertops
• Expansive mirrored wardrobe door in owner’s suite
• Private water closets with door in owner’s suite
• Spacious closets designed by Classy Closets

Interior Features

• Stained wood stair railings and spindles Fireplace
• Designer 8-foot stained wood front entry doors
• Convenient laundry sink and cabinets
• Spacious closets and storage areas
• White Decora rocker light switches
• Recessed light fixtures in kitchen
• Easy care vinyl flooring in kitchen, baths and utility rooms
• Spacious second floor ceiling heights of 9-feet
• Elegant ceramic tile foyers
• Plush wall to wall carpeting
• Dramatic 10-foot ceiling heights (per plan)
• Architecturally sculpted niches and pot shelves
• Custom hand-trowel texture on ceilings & walls
• Spacious bay windows in breakfast nooks
• Rounded drywall corners (except windows)
• Raised two-panel interior doors
• Polished brass door levers by Schlage

Award Winning Kitchens

• KitchenAid dishwasher with stainless steel interior
• Two compartment cast iron sink with sprayer
• Kitchen Aid 30″ oven/microwave combination
• Spacious pantries for extra storage
• KitchenAid ceramic top cooktop with down draft
• Choice of raised panel cabinets with choice of stain
• Gourmet kitchen island work station (per plan)
• Durable, elegant Corian countertops
• Water line for ice maker
• Quality Price Pfister faucets
• Deluxe disposal

Energy Saving Features

• Pre-wired for ceiling fans in a choice of four rooms with two switches per room
• Energy efficient, ground-mounted 10-seer A/C units
• Energy saving R-30 attic insulation in livable areas
• Spacious covered patios along the back
• Water saving plumbing fixtures
• Energy efficient tinted, dual-paned windows
• Energy efficient 50 gallon gas water heater
• Energy efficient gas furnace