Cottonwood Homes under $500,000

Cottonwood Homes under $500,000

Welcome to Cottonwood, Arizona, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Yavapai County! Known for its stunning landscapes and rich history, Cottonwood offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences, making it an ideal place for families, retirees, and everyone in between. With the majestic Mingus Mountains as a backdrop and the Verde River winding through the valley, outdoor enthusiasts will find endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and exploring the great Arizona wilderness.

One of the most appealing aspects of Cottonwood is its vibrant community spirit. The downtown area boasts a delightful mix of local boutiques, art galleries, and cozy cafes, perfect for leisurely strolls and weekend outings. The city is also home to a variety of annual events that celebrate the local culture, from the Cottonwood Art Festival to the lively Verde Valley Wine Festival, ensuring there’s always something happening in this dynamic town.

For those looking to call Cottonwood home, you'll be pleased to discover a variety of beautiful properties available for under $500,000. Whether you’re seeking a charming single-family home with a spacious yard or a modern townhouse with stunning views, Cottonwood has something to suit every taste and budget. With its affordable housing options, you can enjoy the benefits of homeownership in a community that values quality of life, all while staying within your financial means.

Come explore Cottonwood, where the beauty of Arizona meets a welcoming community, and find your dream home today!

Newest Cottonwood Homes under $500,000

924 E Ash Drive, Cottonwood
$430,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7087306 MLS
COMPLETELY REMODELED and move-in ready! This beautifully updated Cottonwood home has been extensively renovated inside and out. Enjoy new interior and exterior paint, new flooring throughout, a completely remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, new cabinetry, sink, fixtures and ENERGY STAR appliances, plus two fully remodeled bathrooms with new vanities, showers, toilets and fixtures. Major upgrades include a NEW ROOF, ENERGY STAR windows, gas-pack HVAC system, water heater and OWNED SOLAR. Situated on approximately .25 acre with professional low-maintenance landscaping, artificial turf, rockscape, covered outdoor living areas and RV parking with electrical hookup. The improvements continue outside, where the property has been thoughtfully transformed to create attractive, low-maintenance outdoor spaces with plenty of room to enjoy the Arizona lifestyle. A new paver walkway creates an inviting approach to the front door, while the covered side patio with pavers provides a great space for outdoor dining, relaxing or entertaining. The covered/screened rear porch offers another comfortable outdoor living area overlooking the backyard. The large fenced backyard features artificial turf, rockscape, mature trees and multiple terraced levels that create distinct areas with plenty of possibilities for entertaining, gardening, pets or additional outdoor improvements. A storage shed provides additional space for tools and equipment. Inside, the bright and refreshed floor plan includes comfortable living and dining spaces along with a dedicated laundry room. The extensive renovation means buyers can enjoy updated finishes while also benefiting from significant improvements to the home's major systems. RV owners will appreciate the available RV parking and electrical hookup, a valuable feature that adds even more versatility to the property. From the new roof, HVAC, windows and water heater to the remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, owned solar and professionally landscaped exterior, the work has already been done. This is an opportunity to own an extensively renovated Cottonwood home on a generous lot that's ready to enjoy from day one.

924 E Ash Drive, Cottonwood

1121 Nicklaus Drive, Cottonwood
$275,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7085064 MLS
**LUXURY, LIGHT & VIEWS--WITH A PRIVATE PINE FOREST OUT BACK.** This gorgeous, fresh and vibrant home truly shows better than a model. Thoughtfully designed with luxury finishes, exceptional natural light, panoramic Mingus Mountain views and an outdoor setting that feels like your own private retreat, this is a home you will want to see in person. From the moment you arrive, the attention to detail is evident. An impressive 8-foot front door opens to a bright, beautifully appointed interior with 9-foot ceilings, tray ceiling details, designer lighting, gorgeous easy-care luxury vinyl flooring and fresh carpet in the bedrooms. Oversized 6.5-foot windows in the Great Room and Kitchen Pavilion, along with additional windows throughout, fill the home with natural light. The gourmet kitchen is truly a showpiece, featuring built-in Frigidaire appliances, a large Corian island with cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash, vented hood, 42-inch cabinets extending the full length of the kitchen wall, extra banks of drawers, custom designer hardware, pendant lighting and a designer gooseneck pull-down faucet. Corian countertops and seamless sinks continue the clean, sophisticated look throughout the home. **The enormous Primary Suite is a true retreat**, positioned southeast to welcome the morning sun. Imagine waking up to beautiful sunrises right from your bedroom. The spacious Primary also offers a generous walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed bath with executive-height countertops, dual Corian sinks and a tiled walk-in shower. The views are extraordinary. Enjoy unobstructed, panoramic Mingus Mountain views from the charming front porch and Kitchen, spectacular sunrises from the back and phenomenal sunsets from the front. On clear nights, the stars are incredible--you are directly beneath the Milky Way. From the front porch, you can even see the twinkling lights of Jerome. Outside, the back of the home becomes a private garden retreat. A full-length paver porch overlooks beautifully raised gardens, two separate sitting areas and a huge buffered greenbelt backed by your own private pine forest. It is exceptionally green, peaceful and private, with birdsong, abundant wildlife and the kind of quiet that is increasingly hard to find. The landscaping is every bit as special, with Lantana, lavender, sage, coneflowers, catmint and marigolds filling the raised gardens. Solar lanterns along the walkway and throughout the trees add a magical glow in the evenings. Accessibility was thoughtfully incorporated throughout the entire home, including a no-step deep carport, wide accessible paver walkway extending from the front to the back, and accessible living spaces. A rare true third bedroom includes a closet, window and French doors, offering flexibility for guests, an office or additional living space. Storage is exceptional, with abundant cabinetry throughout, a giant hall linen closet, walk-in Primary closet and a separate oversized laundry room with 46-inch cabinets. The insulated storage room is attached to the home and includes electricity, a window, shelving that conveys and the water heater--functioning almost like a private mini-garage. Add wood siding, rain gutters, 2.5-inch white blinds, keyless entry, a Great Room ceiling fan and bedroom fan pre-wiring, and you have a home that combines thoughtful function with genuine luxury. **The high-end designer furnishings currently in the home are also available for purchase through a separate bill of sale.** **Fresh. Vibrant. Immaculate. Private. And truly special.** This is more than a beautiful home--it is a lifestyle of spectacular views, star-filled nights, peaceful mornings, beautiful gardens and easy, comfortable living. LUXURY UPGRADES & FEATURES Gourmet Kitchen Gourmet built-in kitchen with Frigidaire appliances Large Corian kitchen island with cabinetry Corian countertops throughout White subway tile backsplash Vented range hood 42-inch extended cabinetry running the full length of the kitchen wall Extra banks of kitchen drawers Additional cabinetry in kitchen island Custom designer hardware throughout Designer pendant lighting Designer gooseneck pull-down kitchen faucet Seamless sinks Additional side-by-side windows in the Kitchen Pavilion Panoramic, unobstructed Mingus Mountain views from the kitchen Light, Windows & Interior Finishes 9-foot ceilings Tray ceiling with additional recessed lighting Custom lighting throughout Extra recessed can lighting Oversized 6.5-foot windows in the Great Room and Kitchen Pavilion Three side-by-side windows in the Great Room Additional windows in the Primary Bedroom Abundant natural light throughout Gorgeous, easy-care luxury vinyl flooring Fresh carpet in bedrooms 2.5-inch white blinds throughout Custom designer hardware Wood siding 8-foot front entry door Keyless entry Primary Suite & Bath Enormous Primary Bedroom Southeast-facing orientation for beautiful sunrise views Extra Primary Bedroom windows for abundant natural light Spacious walk-in Primary closet Executive-height bathroom countertops Dual Corian sinks Beautiful tiled walk-in shower Corian surfaces Custom designer hardware Custom lighting Additional recessed lighting Accessibility Entire home is handicapped accessible No-step, deep carport Accessible paver walkway extending from the front of the home to the back Accessible interior living spaces Easy, comfortable single-level living Outdoor Living & Views Unobstructed panoramic Mingus Mountain views Views from both the front porch and Kitchen Charming front Trex porch with railing enclosure Full-length back paver porch spanning the entire home Two separate back-yard sitting areas Private, shaded garden retreat Huge buffered greenbelt behind the home Private pine forest backdrop Beautifully raised front and rear gardens Lantana Lavender Sage Coneflowers Catmint Marigolds Solar lanterns along the walkway and in the trees Exceptional bird and wildlife viewing Spectacular sunrises from the back porch Phenomenal sunsets from the front porch Directly beneath the Milky Way--exceptional star gazing Twinkling Jerome lights visible from the front porch Gorgeous paver walkway connecting front and back Storage & Utility Large separate laundry room 46-inch laundry room cabinets Maytag washer and dryer included Giant hall linen closet Walk-in Primary Bedroom closet Extensive additional cabinetry throughout Attached, insulated storage room Storage room includes: Electricity Window Shelving that conveys Water heater Space that functions like a mini-garage Additional Features Rare, true 3rd bedroom with closet, window and French doors Great Room ceiling fan Bedrooms pre-wired for ceiling fans Rain gutters Tons of storage Fresh, immaculate presentation Shows better than a model Exceptionally quiet and private setting Peaceful garden atmosphere with the sounds of birds Optional high-end designer furnishings available for purchase through a separate bill of sale

1121 Nicklaus Drive, Cottonwood

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