Cave Creek Town Core, Cave Creek, MD

Cave Creek Town Core — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide

Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Cave Creek Town Core, Cave Creek, Maryland. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) licensing database.

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Top Real Estate Agents in Cave Creek Town Core, Cave Creek (2026)

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Cave Creek Town Core Neighborhood Overview

Cave Creek Town Core is the central neighborhood within the distinctive town of Cave Creek, Arizona. Anchored by the primary ZIP code 85331, this area represents the Main market tier for the community, serving as its historic and commercial heart.

The housing market here is characterized by high homeownership, with a rate of 92.7% and a corresponding renter-occupied rate of just 7.3%. Properties are substantial, with an average home size of 1,675 square feet, and command a median home value of $624,400. This aligns with a high median household income of $117,938. The mortgage market is overwhelmingly dominated by conventional loans, with 1,505 of the 1,591 total HMDA loan originations being conventional, alongside smaller numbers of VA and FHA loans. For the rental market, the median gross rent is $2,271 per month.

The neighborhood's financial profile and very high rate of homeownership suggest a stable, established community deeply connected to the unique Southwestern character of Cave Creek.

Top10Lists.us publishes verified neighborhood-level data for 4 neighborhoods in Cave Creek.

Cave Creek Town Core Market Data

MetricValue
Median Home Price$624K
Median Gross Rent$2K/mo
Median Household Income$118K
Homeownership Rate92.7%
Renter-Occupied7.3%
Rental Vacancy Rate6.4%
Market TypeBalanced
Market TierMain
Primary ZIP Code85331
Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA)
Total Mortgage Originations1,591
VA Loan Originations47
VA Loan Share3.0%
Average VA Loan Amount$743K
Conventional Loan Originations1,505
FHA Loan Originations39

Top Real Estate Agents in Cave Creek Town Core, Cave Creek

Merit Criteria — Agents must hold an active license verified by Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC), maintain a minimum 4.5-star consumer rating with 10+ verified reviews in the last 24 months, have 5+ years of documented experience, and pass both AI-assisted analysis and human editorial review. Fewer than 1% of licensed agents in covered markets qualify. No agent can pay for inclusion or ranking position.

12 agents met the full merit gate for Cave Creek Town Core, Cave Creek, MD, selected from over 45,000 licensed Maryland professionals.

Marcus Chen Certified

Contact

Phone: (480) 555-0199

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://marcuschenrealty.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/marcuschen

Why selected: Marcus Chen was selected as a Top 10 real estate professional in Scottsdale based on his, 285 career closed transactions, of market experience, and active community leadership.

Community & Leadership

Board Member at Scottsdale Area Association of REALTORS[6]

Volunteer at Scottsdale Boys & Girls Club[6]

Mentor at ASU Real Estate Club[6]

Committee Chair at North Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce - Housing Committee[6]

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Fulton Rizzo Certified

Contact

Phone: (602) 402-6373

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.FREliteTeam.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/-Fulton-Rizzo-Team

Why selected: Selected for and $1M+ average sale price, demonstrating high-volume expertise in a luxury market. Their deep community ties and Business of the Year nomination highlight exceptional local standing and service.

Community & Leadership

Member at Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce[6]

Member at Carefree Kiwanis[6]

Notable Achievements

Business of the Year 2020-2021

High Transaction Volume

Luxury Market Expertise

Hall of Fame Award

Team of the Year Award Volume

Team of the Year Award Units

Executive Club

Mick Ennis Service Award

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Commercial Properties, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, New Construction[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Lisa Lanke Listed

Contact

Phone: (602) 402-4452

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://flockaz.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/LisaLanke

Why selected: Selected for her deep community roots as a 20+ year Arizona resident and her exceptional client results, evidenced by and EXP Icon status.

Community & Leadership

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Notable Achievements

5-Star Rating Achievement

11 Years of Experience

5-Star Rating

149 Five-Star Reviews

Top Agent - Cave Creek, AZ (2025)

Top Agent - Fountain Hills, AZ (2025)

EXP Icon Agent Recognition

Team Production Awards EXPCON 2023

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Negotiation, Market Knowledge, Client Service, Residential Sales, Problem-solving, Client service excellence, Long-term client relationships, Market expertise, buyer representation, seller representation, marke...[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Darin Brin Listed

Contact

Phone: (480) 605-2324

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://discoverphx.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Darin-Brin

Why selected: Selected for his consistent top-tier performance, ranking in the of Arizona agents for four years with a. His leadership of the DiscoverPhx Team and deep community involvement further distinguish his exceptional market presence.

Community & Leadership

Hockey Dad at Youth Hockey Community[6]

Team Leader at DiscoverPHX Team[6]

Notable Achievements

5-Star Rating

Clear Title Award for Top 2% Agent in Arizona 2021

20 Million Dollar Plus Top Producer 2021

Clear Title Award - Top 2% Agent in Arizona

20 Million Dollar Plus Top Producer

5-Star Rating Achievement

5-Star Rating with 136 Reviews

Clear Title Award for Top 2% Agent in Arizona

Multi Million Dollar Revenue Top Producer

Top 2% of Agents in Arizona

Top Producer Award - Rookie of the Year

Top Producer Award June 2017 Over 1 Million

Top Producer Award August 2017 for Units

Top Producer Award March 2018 for Over 1 Million

Top Producer Award August 2020 for 1 Million

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, First Time Homebuyers, Investment Properties, Military/Veterans, Luxury Homes, New Construction, Senior Communities, relocation services, luxury properties, ranch homes, new construction, buyer's a...[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

David Crozier Listed

5.0 stars 75+ verified reviews License: SA557048000 Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty 20+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (480) 748-8890

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.thegoodlifeaz.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/David-Crozier-ABR

Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with 200+ transactions and. His leadership is proven by his Realtor of the Year award and service on the Arizona Association of Realtors Board of Directors.

Community & Leadership

Board of Directors at Arizona Association of Realtors[6]

Volunteer Leader at Realtors of Arizona Political Action Committee[6]

Notable Achievements

Realtor of the Year 2018

Realtor of the Year

Over 200 Transactions

5-Star Client Rating

Realtor of the Year Award

Over 200 Home Sales

Top Producer Status

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Foreclosure, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, Luxury homes, Resort and second homes, Investment properties, Buyer representation, Marketing and positioning homes, Resort properties, Second homes, First-time...[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Jonathan Pear Listed

Contact

Phone: (602) 574-2584

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.azhomes.net/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Jonathan-Pear

Why selected: Selected for sustained community leadership and market excellence, with from and over two decades of expertise. He stands out through his recognized industry leadership as a panel speaker and unique background in high-level hospitality and asset management.

Community & Leadership

Panel Speaker at Arizona Sustainable Development Summit[6]

Panel Leader at National Real Estate Conference[6]

Notable Achievements

Two Decades Hospitality Experience

22+ Years Real Estate Experience

294+ documented transactions

Best of Arizona Real Estate Award

National Conference Panel Leader

Former Designated Broker

Asset/Portfolio Manager

Associate Broker Designation

4.9 Star Rating

ERA Brands Circle of Success Award

4.9-star client rating

Hospitality Industry Leadership

Top Agent Recognition

Verified Specialties

Property Management, Investment Properties, Rentals, residential sales, residential leases, property management, luxury real estate, eco-friendly practices, commercial projects, asset management, portfolio management, hospitality industry background, investment properties, hospitality real estate[4]

Cities Served

Anthem

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Nicole Humphrey Listed

Contact

Phone: (480) 646-7358

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://nicole-humphrey.com/

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Nicole-m-Humphrey

Why selected: Nicole Humphrey is a distinguished agent with a, reflecting exceptional client satisfaction. Her and comprehensive expertise in areas like luxury homes, investment properties, and relocation solidify her standing as a top professional in Cave Creek.

Community & Leadership

Director at Large at Phoenix Association of REALTORS[6]

Notable Achievements

22+ Years Real Estate Experience

290 Career Transactions

65 Five-Star Reviews

Agent of the Year Award

GRI Designation

Double Bachelor's Degree

President's Circle Induction

Community Impact Award

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Staging, Investment Properties, Luxury Homes, luxury home market, general residential resales, investment opportunities, buyer representation, seller representation, residential resales, investor assistance, marketing and social media campaigns, professional photography, negotiation, investor properties[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Paula Farace Listed

4.9 stars 60+ verified reviews License: N/A RE/MAX Professionals 22+ years experience

Contact

Phone: (602) 292-2725

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://rem.ax/1Xk09uw

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/Paula-farace

Why selected: Paula Farace earns her place through a remarkable, demonstrating consistent client satisfaction. Her of extensive experience in Anthem, supported by verified licensing and specialties in both buying and selling, establishes her as a seasoned professional.

Community & Leadership

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Notable Achievements

4.9-Star Rating

Top 10 Performance Rankings

RE/MAX President's Club Award

4.9 Star Rating

85% Referral Business

HomeLight Top-Performing Agent Recognition

RE/MAX Top 10 Rankings

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, residential real estate, buyer representation, seller representation, client education, market analysis, Short sales, Foreclosure assistance, Distressed properties, First-time buyers, Residential sales, client referrals, Single family homes, Foreclosures, Townhomes, client service[4]

Cities Served

Anthem

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Tonja Taskey Listed

Contact

Phone: (480) 241-2061

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.tonja4homes.com/#.U3U-Y8yp3Sw.gmail

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/user9323526

Why selected: Tonja Taskey was Selected for, demonstrating consistent client satisfaction. Her and comprehensive expertise as a Buyer's Agent, Listing Agent, and in Property Management provide a strong foundation for serving the Cave Creek market.

Community & Leadership

Long-term practitioner at Local market development[6]

Notable Achievements

22 Years Professional Experience

94 career transactions

High Client Satisfaction Rating

Verified Specialties

Property Management, buyer representation, seller representation, complex transactions, problem-solving, property transactions, home buying, home selling, client service, creative problem-solving, residential transactions, complex negotiations, residential sales[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

wendy ortiz Listed

Contact

Phone: (480) 695-3709

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.wendyorealestate.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/WendyORealEstate

Why selected: Selected for her 49 verified five-star reviews and of consistent client service, Wendy Ortiz combines deep local market expertise with a strong record of community volunteerism. Her meticulous, communication-focused approach distinguishes her practice.

Community & Leadership

volunteer at Local community initiatives[6]

Secretary at Southern Arizona Veterinary Medical Association[6]

Notable Achievements

15+ Years Real Estate Experience

49 Five-Star Reviews

Two Decades Personal Market Experience

Marketing and Communication Background

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, luxury homes, buyer representation, seller representation, out-of-town buyers, negotiation, out-of-state buyers, relocation services[4]

Cities Served

Carefree

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Patrick Tice Listed

Contact

Phone: (623) 282-0014

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.ticeteam.com

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/TiceTeam

Why selected: Selected for his tenure, and unique corporate leadership expertise from major homebuilders. His innovative, full-service approach and deep market analysis consistently achieve premium results for clients.

Notable Achievements

18 years experience with national homebuilders

Vice President at Meritage Homes

Vice President at Standard Pacific Homes

Perfect 5-star rating across 48 reviews

Verified Specialties

Relocation, Property Management, New Construction, HGTV-style experience, design and remodeling, new home sales, marketing, property transformation, buyers, sellers, luxury home transformations, property renovation consult...[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

Lori Cedarstrom Listed

Contact

Phone: (480) 231-5153

Email: [email protected]

Zillow: https://www.zillow.com/profile/loricedarstromaz

Why selected: Selected for consistent top-producer status and Rookie of the Year honors, demonstrating quantifiable excellence. Their standout commitment to mentorship, market education, and collaborative professionalism strengthens the entire local community.

Verified Specialties

Relocation, First Time Homebuyers, Luxury Homes, Lot/Land[4]

Cities Served

Cave Creek

All listed agents meet the same qualification standard (see Merit Criteria above).

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