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Golf Digest Courses & Travel 2006   See entire report at:  http://www.golfdigest.com/courses/index.ssf?/courses/gd200606golfwest.html       West The top golf-home markets, by region   A back-yard pool overlooks the 18th hole on the Jack Nicklaus-designed Chiricahua course at Scottsdale's Desert Mountain Courtesy of Desert Mountain/Map: Lauren Nadler   By Peter Finch Golf Digest June 2006 1. Scottsdale Thirteen--count them, 13--Scottsdale courses make Golf Digest's Best in State list, more than any other community. The highest ranked is The Estancia Club, a Tom Fazio design on the northern slope of landmark Pinnacle Peak. Here, overlooking a course that ranked 76th on Golf Digest's list of America's 100 Greatest Courses, homes sell for $1.2 million and up. But for sheer volume of quality golf, it's hard to top Desert Mountain, home to six Jack Nicklaus courses, each with its own clubhouse, and almost 1,300 homes. Prices range from $1.5 million to more than $7 million. As its name suggests, the Whisper Rock Golf Club appeals to deep-pocketed buyers who want a quieter vibe. It has one course co-designed by Phil Mickelson and another by Tom Fazio. Homes in Whisper Rock Estates, none occupying less than an acre, sell for $2.6 million to $5.4 million. Older, more established Desert Highlands is a favorite spot at the base of Pinnacle Peak, with lots starting at $500,000. At venerable Troon North, you can find nice two-bedroom villas for about $700,000.   The top golf-home markets, by region: West: Scottsdale Thirteen--count them, 13--Scottsdale courses make Golf Digest's Best in State list, more than any other community.

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New golf club plans on plenty of green

Dale Hajek
The Arizona Republic
Feb. 1, 2003 12:00 AM

SCOTTSDALE - What costs $200,000 initially to get in and $850 a month to stay? For most people that would probably be a large down payment and a reasonable monthly mortgage bill for a fine home in one of the better parts of the northeast Valley.

The Golf Club Scottsdale   WHERE: 28445 N. 122nd St., Scottsdale.   MEMBERSHIP: $200,000; dues $850 per month.   MORE INFORMATION: (480) 443-8868.

The Boulders 

 Private Club and Resort Guests
Approximately 1,000 acre master planned community
Family Preferred Golf Membership Initiation Fee: $120,000
( 80% surrender value)
Social Preferred Membership Initiation Fee: $30,000
Golf Dues: $383/mo
Homeowner's Dues: $115 to $210/mo.
14 Resale Homes on market from $349,000 to $3,000,000
4 custom lots available from $150,000 to $440,000
Membership Cap: 445
Two 18-hole golf courses designed by Jay Moorish
New Golden Door Spa will open soon!  

 Desert Mountain

  Private Club
Approximately 8,100 acre master planned community
Family Golf Membership included in most
lot & home sales
Membership presently valued at $225,000
Deferred Equity (80%)
Golf Dues: $525/mo.
Homeowner's Dues: $71-$230/mo
Transfer Fee: 20% of current value of golf membership
Homes ranging from $765,000 to $5,495,000
Lots ranging from $135,000 (no membership) to $2,400,000
Developer lots starting at $350,000
Private Club Membership Cap: 475 per course
Five 18-hole golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus

Estancia 

Private Club
640 acre master planned community
Family Golf Membership Initiation Fee: $200,000
(80% equity)
Golf Dues : $650
Homeowner's Dues: $165/mo.
Homeowner Dues for La Scala homes: $240/mo
Lots ranging from $195,000 to $1,250,000
Homes ranging from $1,275,000 to $2,575,000
Equity Golf Membership Cap: 325
Social Members: 30
One18-hole golf course designed by Tom Fazio   

Desert Highlands

  Private Club
Approximately 850 acre master planned community
Family Golf Membership stays with the land.
Total Homeowner and Golf Dues: $675/mo.
Resale homes from $639,000 to $3,100,000
Lots available from $220,000 to $650,000
One 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus.
One 18-hole putting course.
One-time Membership fee: $50,000 paid by buyer
Food & beverage minimum: $1,200/yr.
Desert Highlands has completed a 16 million dollar
expansion & renovation, including clubhouse, 
fitness center and tennis/sports complex 
(there are now 13 tennis courts!)  

 Troon

 Private club
Family Golf Membership Initiation Fee: $95,000 50% equity
(non-refundable and NON-EQUITY, but can be willed to a relative.  After 3 years, you can remain a member for life)
Social Membership Initiation Fee: $5900 ( all facilities and events except golf in the winter)
Golf Dues: $645/mo. Social Dues: $235/mo.  A Social membership will allow you to play golf in June, July, August and September only
Homeowner's Dues: around $140/mo.
Home prices from $400,000 to $2,500,000
Lots ranging around $650,000 to $1,200,000+
Membership Cap: 390    Call 480-585-4310 for details
One 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Weiskopf.
Food & beverage minimum: $1,200/yr.  

Troon North

$75,000 equity membership plus $400/month

2 year wait list, must make a 10% deposit to get on the list

Must own property in Troon North

 Breath-taking scenery, challenging design and first-class service make Troon North Arizona's finest two-course facility. 

The Monument was designed by the team of legendary golfer, Tom Weiskopf and architect, Jay Morrish, and stretches to 7,028 yards and a par 72. It presents a challenging layout for the pros, as well as an enjoyable experience for the average golfer. Both will enjoy the wide fairways that wind through lush desert vegetation, natural washes and towering saguaros.

 Awards and recognition for Troon North Monument Course

• #1 in Arizona by Golf Magazine
• #1 in Arizona by Golf Week
• #8 in America's Top 100 Non-Private Golf Courses by Golf Magazine
• #10 in America's Top 75 Non-Private Golf Courses by Golf Digest
• #22 in America's Top 100 Modern Courses by Golf Week
• Best Public Course in Arizona 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997 by The Arizona Republic
• Best Back Nine 1997 by The Arizona Republic

At 7,044 yards and a par 72, Weiskopf's Pinnacle Golf Course is a worthy companion to his previous masterpiece. Built around dramatic granite boulders and striking elevation changes, The Pinnacle features a more traditional desert layout with tighter landing areas and spectacular carries over desert washes.

 Awards and recognition for Troon North Pinnacle Course

• #2 Best New Upscale Course in America 1996 by Golf Digest
• #2 in Arizona Public Courses by Golf Digest
• Best Front Nine 1997 by The Arizona Republic

Residents of Troon North have exclusive membership rights to its non-equity, semi-private club. With its two acclaimed courses and beautiful Clubhouse, membership in the Troon North Golf Club is an advantage worth exploring.

Resident Membership is free to all Troon North property owners and includes the following benefits: reduced green fees, the use of the driving range and a special phone line with priority for tee times.

Club Membership is also available to all Troon North property owners for an initiation fee and a monthly charge. Benefits include full golf privileges, range balls and reduced fees to accompanied guests. Handicap services, bag storage and locker rooms are available.

Club Members also have full charge privileges for all golf, merchandise and dining.  

Also, if you've been dying for a chance to take a few strokes off your best score at either of Troon North's world-famous golf courses, there's no time like the present. Monday thru Thursday, from June 1 to August 29, you can play either the Pinnacle or the Monument for a mere $75.00 per round. Fees for Friday, Saturday and Sunday are only $90.00. Reservations can be made up to 30 days in advance for an additional twenty dollars. For more information, or to book a tee time, call (480) 585-5300.

 DC Ranch

  DC Ranch encompasses 8,281 acres, 3,700 acres of developable land with the balance being incorporated into the McDowell Sonoran Preserve. Because the site is so spectacular and so important to your everyday enjoyment of life, we've worked to protect the natural environment in the most sensitive and vital ways. Furthermore, miles of paths and trails connect you to the mountains' wilderness areas. Just minutes from your home, you're in the middle of another world -- the very soul of Arizona. 

Private Club
Approximately 8,300 acre master planned community
Family Golf Membership initiation fee:$135,000 (full equity membership or 80%, whichever is greater)
Club Dues: $500/mo.
Family Sport Gold Membership initiation fee: $30,000

Social Membership initiation fee: $15,000
Master Homeowner's Dues: $81-$161/mo.
Food & beverage minimum: $1,000/yr.
Home prices starting in low $300,000's
Custom lots starting in $200,000 range
Membership Cap: 400 (25 are non-residents)
One 18-hole golf course designed by Scott Miller
Community Center:   2 swimming pools, tennis, fitness center, basketball & volleyball courts  Call 480-502-6905 for member ship information