Where Luxury and Nature Live in Harmony
If a sophisticated “urban-suburban” lifestyle appeals to you, then welcome home to Del Webb’s Fireside at Desert Ridge, an all-ages community. Located in North Phoenix in one of the Valley’s most sought after and talked about addresses, Desert Ridge offers families the perfect combination of seclusion and serenity, yet access to upscale shopping, elegant dining, and unlimited entertainment.
The liveliness of the Desert Ridge Marketplace is just around the corner with great restaurants, shopping, comedy, and live music, but if you want to head into downtown Phoenix or Scottsdale, you’re minutes away. In fact, with such close proximity to the 101, any destination in the valley is accessible. You can head out to a number of 18-hole championship golf courses, drive to the desert for a date with nature, or into downtown to see the Arizona Diamondbacks play. Your choices are unlimited - even right here within the community. With separate lap and resort-style pools, a children’s splash area, state-of-the-art fitness center, movement studio, and yoga garden you’ll feel like you’re at an upscale resort rather than your neighborhood community center.
Because Del Webb recognizes each family is different we have an abundance of floor plans for every lifestyle-whether you’re looking for a traditional single-family home or maintenance-free living. And you’ll have confidence knowing Del Webb’s outstanding quality can be found in each and every floor plan in such details as granite or Corian® countertops, nine-foot and 10-foot ceilings, and generously sized walk-in closets. If you value the community you live in as much as you do your home, you’ll love Fireside at Desert Ridge. Welcome home.
Fit for Life
You’ll no longer have an excuse not to workout while living at Fireside. Our state-of-the-art fitness center has everything you could possibly ever wish for or need: kick-boxing, Pilates, yoga, water aerobics and even dance classes. There is also an impressive free weights room along with cardio and strength training equipment.
Features Include
- Free Weights
- State-of-the-art Technogym Cardio and Strength Training equipment
- Movement Studio for aerobics, yoga and dance classes
- Men's and Women's Locker Rooms
Get in the Game
Whatever it is you’re game for Fireside at Desert Ridge has it all. Tennis anyone? Wednesday evening pick-up game of hoops? A friendly Billiards match? No need to look any further then outside your back door. Both inside and out, you’ll find a variety sports or games to participate in.
Features Include
- Two Lighted Tennis Courts
- Lighted Basketball Courts
- Billiards Table
- Foosball
- Organized adult and children's sports groups/teams
Become One with Nature
The native desert landscape is so majestic and so beautiful that Fireside at Desert Ridge enriches what is already there. Take an outdoor yoga class at sunrise, or enjoy an old-fashioned picnic in one of the open park spaces. Bring some hot chocolate on a cool evening and sit around the community fire pit. From fire pits to playgrounds it’s all here for your enjoyment.
Features Include
- Yoga garden
- Open park space
- Picnic Ramadas
- Playground Area and Equipment
- Community Fire Pits
Ready for a swim?
With several community pools, your only decision will be which one to go to. You can choose from the resort-style pool, or head over to the lap pool and test your Olympic swimming abilities. Want to bring the kids out for an afternoon swim? What better place for them to play and have fun then in the children’s splash pad. There’s something for everyone and it’s fun for the entire family.
Features Include
- Resort-style play pool
- Children's splash pad
- Heated lap pool
- Hot tub
- Cabana's and lounge chairs
Happy Trails to You
With the agreeable weather and the majestic desert beauty, you’ll want to spend as much time outdoors as you can-and with the biking trails and walking trails you’ll be able to. Grab your mountain bike and go for an early morning ride before the desert comes alive. Or grab your jogging shoes and take a run after work. It’s beautiful and a great way to fit a good workout in.
Features Include
- Walking trails
- Biking trails
About the Area
Living at Fireside at Desert Ridge means waking up in an esteemed desert destination everyday. Balancing an urban and suburban feel, upscale and relaxed atmospheres, privacy and convenience, the Fireside lifestyle has it all. With effortless access to the 101, any destination in the valley is easily accessible. And if you have that occasional itch to get further out of town, Las Vegas and San Diego are a very do-able five-hour drive.
Shopping
Whether you need to pick up a few groceries for the barbecue, or something for your new home, you can find it at Desert Ridge Marketplace, an elite shopping and dining scene that’s just around the corner. In addition, Kierland Commons, the Outlets at Anthem, Albertson’s Grocery Store, and the Wal-Mart Supercenter are a short drive away.
Recreation
You couldn’t live in a better location for outdoor recreation, whether you’re a hiker, swimmer, road or mountain biker, golfer, or climber. Make a day of it at Cave Buttes Recreation Area, Waterworld Safari Water Park, Castles N’ Coasters, Kierland Golf Club, or Anthem Golf and Country Club. Fireside is also just moments from the world-class spa and golf courses of the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge and the Nick Faldo-designed Arnold Palmer’s Signature golf course.
Medical
If you need medical assistance, you’ll feel confident knowing John C. Lincoln Deer Valley, Paradise Valley Hospital, and the world-renowned Mayo Clinic are just minutes from Fireside at Desert Ridge.
Culture / Entertainment
If you’re a professional sports fan, you’re in luck because nearby Chase Field is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks, U.S. Airways Center is the home of the Phoenix Suns, while Glendale Arena is the home to the Phoenix Coyotes, and Cardinals Stadium is where the Arizona Cardinals play. If you’re in the mood for something a little more cultural, you can head to Dodge Theatre or Cricket Pavilion.
Transportation
If you’re heading out of town, or simply need to pick friends or family up from the airport, the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is just a quick 30-minute drive. Williams Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, and Phoenix Goodyear Airport are also all located within a short drive from Fireside at Desert Ridge.
Schools
Fireside at Desert Ridge is located in the Paradise Valley Unified School District, with some of the best schools in the Phoenix valley. Children may attend Wildfire Elementary School, Eldorado Private School, Scottsdale Christian Academy, and the Explorer Middle School. It’s also part of the Deer Valley School system, and home to Foothills Elementary School, Esperanza Elementary School, Explorer Middle School, Barry Goldwater High School, and Pinnacle High School. For higher education Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University-Paradise Valley, and Paradise Valley Community College are all conveniently located.
Utilities
The following utilities serve this community: Cox Communications for Cable and Qwest for telephone service.
Directions
From Sky Harbor Airport:
- Head West on I-10, North on US-51, East on US-101, Exit Tatum Blvd and turn left
- Continue North on Tatum and turn left on Deer Valley
- Continue West to Aviano Way
- Turn left (South) onto Aviano Way and follow the signage to the designated parking area
From the West Valley:
- Head East on I-10, North on US-101 Loop, Exit Tatum Blvd and turn left
- Continue North on Tatum and turn left on Deer Valley
- Continue West to Aviano Way
- Turn left (South) onto Aviano Way and follow the signage to the designated parking area
