Hold on to your high-tops, ’cause we’re about to set some new benchmarks for luxury living.
A 5-acre property in Scottsdale, Arizona, is on the market for $23,500,000, and it comes with an amenity roster that would make even top athletes swoon.
One of Scottsdale’s most tricked-out estates, the property is best known for its regulation-size basketball gym, frequented by sports legends like Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, Chris Paul, and Damian Lillard, among others.
But the showstopping basketball gym — set 15 feet below ground, and fitted with everything from a pro scoreboard to a locker room — is far from the only standout feature.
The massive 21,410-square-foot home also comes with two resort-style pools, with outdoor TVs and water features, a luxe movie theater, a golf practice facility, and an envy-worthy “Jordans vault”.
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One of Scottsdale’s priciest homes (for good reason)
With only 5 other publicly listed properties topping its asking price, the sprawling property at 24258 N 91st St. is now one of Scottsdale, Arizona’s most expensive homes for sale. And it has all the specs to justify the pricey markup.
The private estate is located on nearly 5 acres in the prestigious Prado Estates of North Scottsdale, featuring an impressive 21,410 square feet of living space, 7 bedrooms, 18 baths, and a separate 1,551-square-foot guest house.
David Newman and Pushpit Tandon of David Newman Partners hold the listing.
The custom-built home is only 7 years old
Built in 2017 for current seller (and basketball enthusiast) Brett Hardt, the property was custom-built to accommodate the owners’ family — and their extensive hobbies.
Hardt, who founded the sports apparel brand Attitude Is Free, went far beyond his love of basketball to incorporate additions like a jogging track encircling the entire property, and a golf practice area with a 9-hole putting green into his sports-centric estate.
Standout design elements include soaring ceilings, indoor-outdoor living spaces
Unique additions aside, the main house is a showstopper in its own right, with its large-sized rooms offering ample space for both everyday living and entertaining.
The luxuriously appointed interiors feature soaring two-story ceilings, walls of windows that open to the outdoor areas, designer light fixtures, and 3 fireplaces spread throughout the home.
With a grand two-story living room opening to the outdoors
The formal living room, an imposing two-story space with soaring ceilings and expansive windows, is bound to impress guests with its grand proportions and elegant finishes.
A family room with a fireplace
For family gatherings, there’s an open floorplan living area next to the kitchen, with a fireplace and sliding glass doors that extend the space into the outdoor areas.
Next to a massive open kitchen
The luxuriously appointed kitchen has a massive counter island with seating, as well as a separate dining area.
A professional-grade underground basketball gym
The home’s crown jewel is its regulation-size underground basketball gym, set 15 feet below ground, and outfitted with a professional scoreboard, a loft, a locker room with 5 bathrooms, and private parking.
Future owners can also easily convert the gym into a pickleball court, if basketball isn’t necessarily their thing.
Visited by over 60 NBA players over the years
Over 60 NBA players, including legends and stars like Chris Paul, Damian Lillard, Torrey Craig, and Mikal Bridges have visited this extraordinary home.
Kobe himself visited the place just months before his tragic helicopter crash. When Gianna’s team was playing in a tournament in Mesa, Kobe reached out to see if he could bring the girls to practice in Brett’s gym.
However, when it was time to visit one of the home’s other main attractions — named after another basketball great — Kobe was quick to point out that they were out of time (which Brett assumed stemmed from a healthy sense of competition).
With a Jordan room for sneakerheads
The owner’s love for the sport extends to apparel, so the striking Scottsdale mansion comes with the ultimate display of sneakers in the form of a dedicated room dubbed “the Jordan vault”.
Named after basketball legend Michael Jordan and his signature shoe collaboration with Nike, the Jordan Room has a museum-quality display of 290 Air Jordans. The room can hold up to 325 pairs and cost about $300,000 to build.
A sculptural staircase leading upstairs
A winding sculptural staircase leads upstairs, with modern pendant lighting and sleek metal railings contrasting against a brick accent wall for added appeal.
A spacious primary bedroom with a statement ceiling
The oversized primary bedroom suite is large enough to comfortably fit two beds, it would seem, and features towering vaulted ceilings with warm wood finishes and spot lighting, with its large picture windows flooding the space with natural light.
With a private spa right outside
Right outside its doors, we find a spa-level retreat, complete with a cold plunge, sauna, an outdoor shower, and a fireplace.
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Amenities include a golf simulator and 9-hole putting green
A golf practice area features a 9-hole putting green, five chipping pads, and practice ranges from 10 to 65 yards. Additionally, the property includes a state-of-the-art golf simulator and a plush movie theatre, providing endless entertainment options for residents and their guests.
With two outdoor pools to cool off in hot Arizona summers
Outside we find two pools, one a lap pool incorporated in the main backyard entertainment area, with the second a smaller pool right in front of the guest house. Both have playful water features.
Covered loggias and outdoor dining
The resort-level backyard has several entertainment-ready areas, including covered loggias and outdoor spaces for dining al fresco.
And a separate 1,551 sq. ft. guest house
There’s also a separate 2-bedroom guest house with a separate entrance and an additional 1,551 square feet of living space.
Rounding up the property’s many notable features
While I’m sure there are many other noteworthy features that we didn’t get a chance to cover, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention that the house also has some smart home capabilities through an Elan Control System.
To round up its sport-centric amenities, there’s also a jogging track encircling the entire property. The track measures 3/10 of a mile, with seven laps equaling two miles.
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