Desert Foothills remains a rustic, rual desert area with low density single family residences intermixed with equestrian facilities. There is a rich assortment of architecture styles that include Pueblo, Santa Fe, and Western Ranch. Typical parcels range from one to five acres. The dominance of the lush upper Sonoran Desert will be maintained by blending new construction into the natural desert setting.
The Desert Foothills Area of North Scottsdale includes the following subdivisions: