About Us

Established in 1986 and nestled in the foothills of Carefree’s Black Mountain and the Black Mountain Preserve, Carefree Sentinel Rock Estates is a well-established community consisting of 133 custom-built homes, on roughly acre lots. These large lots offer each home unique and panoramic views of surrounding mountains and the valley. Sentinel Rock Estates is one of the more desirable neighborhoods in Carefree with home values ranging from $1.25 – $2.5 million.

Our location is ideal, situated just 10 miles from either AZ-101 or US I-17, making it a quick 20-minute drive to Phoenix and an enjoyable two-hour trip to Sedona or Flagstaff . Additionally, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is conveniently nearby. For boating enthusiasts, Bartlett Lake, Horseshoe Lake, and Lake Pleasant are all within a scenic half-hour drive, offering various water activities and breathtaking views. Outdoor opportunities are plentiful with many trails just a stone’s throw from home. And if you’re a hiking and camping enthusiast, within a 20-minute drive lies the expansive Tonto National Forest, perfect for any Sonoran Desert adventures.

Our neighborhood is also located just minutes from an array of luxury and boutique shops in Carefree and Scottsdale. In addition, Scottsdale boasts top-notch resorts, spas, and world-class golf courses, all within easy reach while still allowing for a tranquil lifestyle.

Sentinel Rock is located in the Cave Creek Unified School District. This highly rated, public school district located in Scottsdale currently has 4,851 students in grades PK-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1.

Nestled at an average altitude of 2,200 feet above sea level, our neighborhood is graced with refreshing temperatures that typically run about 10 degrees cooler than those experienced in the Phoenix metro region.

An ideal and very carefree place to live!