Optima Kierland

Optima Kierland, Scottsdale, AZ: Resort-Style Condo Towers Steps from Kierland Commons

Your day starts with laps in a 75-foot rooftop pool, then a session in the cold plunge and sauna. You walk to coffee at Kierland Commons, take a call from your terrace surrounded by hanging greenery, and finish the evening with a jog around the rooftop running track as the McDowell Mountains glow at sunset. That's everyday life at Optima Kierland, one of North Scottsdale's most amenity-rich condo communities.

Optima Kierland sits along Kierland Boulevard just west of Scottsdale Road in the 85254 ZIP code, right next to Kierland Commons and across from Scottsdale Quarter. Designed by architects David C. Hovey and David Hovey Jr., the community is known for its signature look: glass-walled towers wrapped in landscaped terraces and vertical gardens. It includes two for-sale condo towers, 7120 and 7180 E. Kierland Boulevard, completed in 2018 and 2021, alongside separate rental apartment towers.

If you're searching for Optima Kierland condos for sale, or comparing luxury condos near Kierland Commons, this guide covers what it's really like to live here: prices, HOA fees, floor plans, amenities and the honest trade-offs.

How Optima Kierland Is Set Up

Optima Kierland is a campus of towers set around landscaped courtyards. The two condo buildings, 7120 and 7180, each have their own condo association, lobby and rooftop Sky Deck, while the other towers on the campus are rental apartments. Both condo towers have 24-hour staffed security, concierge service and secured underground parking, with one or two assigned spaces depending on the unit. Because each tower has its own HOA, dues, rules and amenities differ slightly between 7120 and 7180, so I'd review the documents for the specific building before buying.

Optima Kierland Condos: Floor Plans, Finishes and Prices

Residences range from one-bedroom homes of about 760 square feet to three-bedroom homes and penthouses of more than 2,800 square feet. Expect 10-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass, automated shades, European cabinetry, Bosch appliances, stone counters and private terraces, many with views of the McDowell Mountains, Pinnacle Peak, the golf course or the city lights. Some homes have been customized with premium appliances, fireplaces and wine walls.

In 2026, one-bedroom condos were listed from about $600,000 to $750,000, two-bedroom homes generally from about $765,000 to $1.6 million depending on size and view, and three-bedroom homes from about $1.3 million. The largest view homes and penthouses reached $2.8 million to $3 million, and one large corner unit in 7180 sold for about $2 million in early 2026.

The towers are relatively new, so major systems are in good shape, but AC units still need regular service in Arizona's heat. We recommend Air Army HVAC for an AC inspection or tuneup. Just a heads up, I'd ask for the unit's AC service history and check which tower the home is in, since amenities and HOA dues differ.

Amenities at Optima Kierland

Optima Kierland's amenities rival a luxury resort. Each condo tower has a rooftop Sky Deck with a 75-foot heated lap pool, spa, cold plunge, glass-enclosed sauna, cabanas with towel service, outdoor kitchens, fire pits and TVs, and 7180 adds Arizona's first rooftop running track. Residents also have a large fitness center, yoga and massage rooms, a steam room, an indoor basketball court, squash and pickleball courts, a golf simulator, bocce, resident lounges, a party room, a dog park and pet spa, 24-hour staffed security, concierge service and secured underground parking.

Optima Kierland HOA Fees: What It Actually Costs

HOA dues at Optima Kierland vary by unit size and tower. In 2026, one-bedroom homes generally paid about $500 to $700 a month, two-bedroom homes about $975 to $1,200, and the largest homes and penthouses about $1,370 to $1,450. Dues typically cover exterior and roof maintenance, building insurance, water, sewer, trash, gas, cable TV and internet, pest control and the grounds, plus the staffed security, concierge and all amenities. Electricity is your responsibility. New buyers should also budget for a one-time capital contribution at closing, which can run a few thousand dollars.

Location and Lifestyle Near Kierland Commons

Optima Kierland's location is a big part of its appeal. Kierland Commons is right next door, and Scottsdale Quarter is just across Scottsdale Road. Both open-air centers were ranked among the top 10 shopping centers in the country in USA Today's 2026 readers' choice awards. Popular restaurants within a few minutes' walk include Zinc Bistro for French bistro classics and patio dining, North Italia for handmade pasta and pizza, The Greene House for seasonal American dishes, The Mission for Latin cuisine and tableside guacamole, and Mastro's Ocean Club for upscale seafood and steaks, all at Kierland Commons. Across the street at Scottsdale Quarter, you'll find Eddie V's for seafood, steaks and live music, True Food Kitchen for healthy, seasonal dishes, and SOL Mexican Cocina for coastal Mexican food. Kierland Commons also hosts the Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival twice a year, and the Westin Kierland Resort and Kierland Golf Club are a short walk west.

The Loop 101 is about a mile north, the Scottsdale Airpark employment area is a few minutes away, and Old Town Scottsdale and Scottsdale Fashion Square are about 20 minutes south. Sky Harbor is roughly 25 minutes.

Noise and Traffic Near Optima Kierland

Here's the honest part most agents skip. Scottsdale Road and Kierland Boulevard carry heavy traffic, and units facing Scottsdale Road can pick up road noise, while homes on the interior side are quieter. Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter host events and get busy on weekends and around the holidays. Scottsdale Airport is a few miles north, so you'll notice private jets, especially during big winter events like the WM Phoenix Open and Barrett-Jackson. With rental towers on the same campus, there's more coming and going than in a single condo building. I'd visit your specific unit on a weekday evening and a weekend afternoon before buying.

Rentals, Pets and Ownership Mix at Optima Kierland

Optima Kierland has a mix of full-time residents, seasonal owners and investors, and rentals are allowed with restrictions. Pets are welcome, and the community has a dog park and pet spa. Before buying, I'd review the CC&Rs for the specific tower for the current minimum lease term and any pet limits. Any short-term rental in Scottsdale also needs a city license.

Schools Near Optima Kierland

Optima Kierland is in the Kierland area, which is served by Paradise Valley Unified School District rather than Scottsdale Unified. I'd verify school assignment by address directly with the district.

Who It's Best For

Optima Kierland works well for buyers who want a newer, full-service building with resort-style amenities, 24-hour security and concierge, and an easy walk to Kierland Commons and Scottsdale Quarter. It's especially popular with professionals, downsizers and seasonal owners who want lock-and-leave living. It may not be the right match for buyers who want low HOA dues, a private yard, a quiet building with no rentals on the campus, or to live near Old Town's nightlife.