Scottsdale house mixes mid-century, modern styles

Near Camelback Road and 73rd Street, there are a number of hotels for visitors as they enjoy Scottsdale.

But there’s also a homier option: A mid-century modern house built in 1958.

The house is being used as an Airbnb rental and has received overwhelmingly positive reviews.

It was designed in the mid-century style and was recently remodeled with a “soft contemporary” feel, according to the owners. The 1,898-square-foot house now has a 338-square-foot addition and five bedrooms and three bathrooms. It originally was a three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence.

The original architect is unknown, but architecture buffs will notice on the roofline and in other details that there’s an influence by esteemed local architect Ralph Haver.

Haver homes are usually less than 1,400 square feet. Characteristics include low-sloped rooflines, brick or block construction, horizontal strips of windows higher than eye level, floor-toceiling walls of glass, brick patios and mantle-free fireplaces that take up much of a wall.

The house is owned by a British investor who lives in Singapore and is managed by Karl Freund, a Realtor with Kenneth James Realty. Freund said, “exceptional effort” was spent on the interior details, including craftsman oak floors, granite counter tops, dual master bedrooms, smooth wall texture, a reclaimed wood wall in the kitchen, a farmhouse style sink and high-end cabinetry. The seating area on the front patio is a great place for entertaining.

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Freund said he personally connects with the property.

“The location is a 10 out of 10 and the house has a lot of personality,” he said. “It’s a great house for entertaining. It’s bigger than most in the area and has more bedrooms and bathrooms. I like how much there is to do and see right around the corner.”

Freund particularly likes that the house is near a biking trail and businesses such as restaurants and bars.

The backyard has views of Camelback Mountain and features a large covered patio with built-in grill and TV; a natural-gas fire pit; and a six-person hot tub. As for the large front patio, it has a waterfall and lounge area.

The journey to being a successful vacation rental had some pitfalls.

Soon after the investor purchased the property, it flooded. A water-supply line in the toilet snapped and the floors were covered in a couple inches of water.

“A 10-cent piece ended up costing us about $30,000,” Freund said. “But, it was a great opportunity to redo the home and to refresh it.”

Freund likes that the house maintains its mid-century roots, but with a refreshing contemporary charm.

It might not be a Haver home, but it’s a piece of Scottsdale history nonetheless.