Estate Antigua

Estate Antigua in Phoenix, Arizona

Estate Antigua is a small, 24-hour guard-gated hillside community in Phoenix (85018), with its entrance on the north side of Lincoln Drive at 38th Street, on the edge of Paradise Valley and the Arcadia/Camelback Corridor. Built in the late 1970s and early 1980s, it’s known for Mediterranean-style architecture and sweeping views of Camelback Mountain and downtown Phoenix. Homes are a mix of townhomes and single-family residences on small lots, designed for a lock-and-leave lifestyle. Things to consider include the HOA dues of about $850 a month, homes that are 40-plus years old, many multi-level floor plans, and a slow resale market recently.

The Homes

Estate Antigua homes are a mix of attached townhomes and single-family homes, generally 2,000 to 4,300 square feet, on small hillside lots. Many have epic city-light and Camelback views, and some have been extensively remodeled.

Recent sales range from about $1.18 million for a single-level home to around $2.5 million for larger remodeled view homes.

Things to know:

• Age: Homes were built from about 1979 to 1985. Unremodeled homes likely need updated systems, windows, and interiors. Be sure to get a good inspection.
• Stairs: Because it’s a hillside community, many homes are multi-level, some with spiral staircases. Single-level homes with direct garage entry are rare here.
• Small lots: Lots here are typically under a quarter-acre, which suits lock-and-leave owners but means limited yard space.

HOA Dues

HOA dues are higher, about $850 a month. That covers the 24-hour guard gate, common-area maintenance on a hillside property, and community amenities. There is a $200 HOA transfer fee and a .5% capital improvement fee due at closing.

Amenities

While this is a smaller community, the ameneties package is great. Residents have access to 2 pools, one of which is heated, and the other is perched nicely at the top of the community directly into the mountain preserve. There is also tennis court, pickleball facilities, and 2 covered patios.

The Market

Estate Antigua’s recent resale market has been slower. Some listings have sat for 135 to nearly 300 days, with price reductions along the way. That can mean negotiating room for buyers, but also a smaller pool of buyers when it’s time to sell.

Schools

Estate Antigua is in Phoenix Union High School District, not Scottsdale Unified or Paradise Valley Unified. Many families in the area look at private and charter options. Verify assignments by address.

Location

Location is the biggest draw. You’re minutes from Arcadia, the Camelback Corridor, Biltmore, Old Town Scottsdale, and Paradise Valley, with easy access to Sky Harbor. Lincoln Drive can be a busy road, so expect traffic at the entrance during peak hours.