8108 W FRIER Drive, Glendale, AZ 85303 (MLS# 6339898)

$2,400,000
8108 W FRIER Drive
Glendale, AZ 85303
MLS# 6339898
Status: Closed
7 beds  |  6.5 baths
Bibliography of Built-Ins: If you can dream it, you'll probably find it here. Every home has something to say, but this one says it with incomparable Volume. The Amenities List here outperforms most Resorts.
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Bibliography of Built-Ins: If you can dream it, you'll probably find it here. Every home has something to say, but this one says it with incomparable Volume. The Amenities List here outperforms most Resorts. It's hiding something. The street presence of a grand luxury home is a brilliant disguise concealing its true identity. Every Superhero has their alter-ego. Twin palms, babbling brook, a bridge over bubbling waters. This stone riddled entry leads to an impressive door....and so much more beyond it. Light and shadow play in the southwestern faced front yard by design. The architect positioned this home like a sundial, affording the backyard strategic shade in those hours you're most thankful for it. They say a man's home is his castle, and what's a castle without a moat? Your guests are greeted by the soft voice of a meandering stream as they cross the bow bridge to meet you. Why fit in when you can stand out? The two lane driveway hints at this home's secret sauce. It takes two to make one easy route, whether heading in or heading out. The dual lane Driveway helps you coming and going, maximizing your flow, because the last place you want to hit traffic is at home. The massive Motor Court is cleverly concealed from the street, granting your private garage collection its well earned privacy. Shy cars welcome. From the top down this home evades proper description. Look at the shadow placement, the way Arizona's sun is defended by the structure and landscape alike. True genius is on display here, but it's too busy working to talk about itself. Hand carved Alder doors, old world travertine floors, signature lighting fixtures, and a ceiling of rough hewn timbers....take notice of the details now, before the rest of the property overwhelms your memory banks! A dining room suitable for a Bond villain, whether you're seating twenty plus, or only ten. Milled hardwood floors bestow an attractive prestige, while remaining easy to maintain. Flanked by a wall of glass doors preceding the outdoor Dining Terrace, this Dining Room's lofty space bathes in natural light on par with its distracting views. Inspired by the natural materials of the property grounds, the Living Room's towering stacked stone fireplace and library ooze with classic understated interest. They say "work smart, not hard", but what if you just want to work comfortably? Tranquil shades, elevated ceilings, and a front yard view conspire to create a calm atmosphere so you can mean business without the mean part. Peaceful ambience permeates the just-right space of this Owner's Retreat. A pass through fireplace evokes romantic warmth, while halting any chills entering the Master sitting room from its attached patio. Harnessing privacy by occupying its own wing, this Owner's Retreat begins and ends your day in tranquility. Hush. Shhh. Ahhh. Classic elements in soothing tones highlight the generous Master Bathroom floorplan that seems to have two of everything. The apartment sized closet lurks beyond. Old world stone, bronze hardware, and sculpted glass wrap your wake up call in liquid bliss. Incoming natural light blesses every space, so you can start early and bright. Bordered by windows and the warmth of its pass through fireplace, this Master sitting room lives up to its name while also granting access to the attached private Master patio, overlooking the South Yard round gardens. (See: Pic #80) Lurking between the Living Room and Office is this Main Level Full Bathroom. Why? So your guests won't have to wait in line for the half bath to open up. They will love you for this! It's attention to detail that makes the difference between average and stunning. Inspired craftsmanship is center stage in every nook, cranny, and yes...every hall bathroom of this exceptional estate. The Main Gallery Hall bridges the North and South wings, skirting between the front yard's gracious light and the backyard's unrivaled ambience. Steps from the Dining Room we encounter the heart of this home, which is powerfully beating with the rhythm of a glorious dance. You can't have "function" without "fun", as they share this crafty Kitchen space equally. This Butcher block center stage manages the work flow, provides the convenience of a farmer's sink, and provides a savvy collection of storage options. Is that all? Just wait, it hides a secret. Friends gather in the kitchen. Family recipes meet their fate right here in the Kitchen. Imagine being equipped with the confidence to sear, poach, roast, bake, griddle, grill, and even FRY delicious meals. This kitchen brings that dream to life. We're gazing at a rare, fully optioned, Wolf Gourmet Kitchen, a brand synonymous with delicious results on a grand scale. Stainless Sub Zero, four ovens, two different styles of fryer....oh, you don't see the fryers? Ta da! The built in Wolf fryer, and its best friend the Wolf air fryer, are conveniently concealed below the easily removable cutting board. Nobody will know you've been diet cheating! The counter stays spotless while your food gets crispier and lighter. Choose between air or oil frying, assured the built in drain system will leave the rest of your night free of clean up. Control temperatures precisely with six dual-stacked, sealed gas burners, with easy clean black porcelain-coated burner pans. Pancakes for dinner? Why not? The 30,000 BTU griddle is right there next to the grill. Connect and engage with friends and family unobstructed, free to flow, because walls and doors are not welcome in The Great Room. (That's what makes it so great) Great design isn't just how something looks, but how it functions. This wraparound granite breakfast bar pulls a double act as both greeter and seater, blurring the line between meal preparation and audience appreciation. The Dining Room is for fine dining and special occasions. But honestly, the real hero of our story is the breakfast table. This plucky heavy hitter enjoys instant kitchen access, and a convenient exit to the Breakfast Terrace right outside its windows. Mmm. Bacon. We're about to arrive at the Special Location, located just beyond those doors you see in the distance. Television, fireplace, and Dining Terrace views beckon us...let's head over there... As we pass through the Great Room, please take a moment to admire the stone hearth fireplace, television nook, and the brilliant lights of the Breakfast Terrace peaking in through the wall of windows. Before we embark to the Special Location, anyone need a bathroom break? Parked between the kitchen and garage, this half bath's convenience can come in handy! A man walks into a bar....which is located right outside the Great Room on the Dining Terrace. Dining, drinking, relaxing with a cigar...we don't judge....this is the Great Room's great reward. Enjoy it. "When Alexander saw the breadth of his domain, he wept, for there were no more worlds to conquer". Ok. Your tears will be joyful when you experience the grandeur of this terrace view overlooking the opulence of the yard beyond, and below. Amphitheater - (Noun) - An oval structure having tiers rising gradually outward from a centrally open space. Do YOU have an amphitheater? Now you can. Rome built amphitheaters for viewing spectacles. Today this amphitheater IS the spectacle. This one-of-a-kind backyard phenomenon has to be experienced to be appreciated. This is a lifestyle few will ever know. The grass is always greener in the amphitheater! Cooler temps, the privacy of tiered gardens, serenaded by cascading water features. This is bliss. Welcome to the underground! Natural geothermic cooling caresses this home's subterranean level with a low ambient temperature. Here we find the Wine Room, Game Lounge, and two separate wings of bedrooms. Whether imbibing in a waterfall serenade, or enjoying your favorite tunes on the surround sound, this shaded Amphitheater Patio is a crowd pleaser. The Wine Room and Game Lounge offer instant access. It doesn't matter if the glass is half full or half empty, there's always room for wine when you have a room dedicated to the cause. This grape escape opens to the amphitheater, making wine o'clock an indoor/outdoor affair. Subterranean wine cellars are the vintner's secret to optimal temperature control. That centuries old knowledge is employed down here, passively mitigating the wild swings in Arizona temperatures, protecting your liquid assets. Hanging out is highly recommended in this spacious Game Lounge that serves as the center of attention to two wings of bedrooms and the local theater group. Midnight snacks, early am coffee, or even that complimentary continental breakfast you provide your guests doesn't require a trip upstairs. This Lounge Level kitchen is a life changer. A 10 on the convenience scale. High Definition paint ensures your movie experience is theater grade with bright images and earth shaking sound. You'll be tempted to charge for tickets. Wall to wall HD viewing in an oasis of high tech equipment and luxury leather lounges transcends the usual movie going experience. The local high end movie theater just got way more local. If the kitchen is the heart of a home, the Game Lounge might be the liver. A large essential organ that detoxifies while providing healthy relief. Guests and kids enjoy their own space, with their own kitchen attached? What could be more detoxifying? This generously immense space provides room for billiards, ping pong, foosball, darts, shuffleboard, a couch the Cadillac sized couch, and still leaves room for Twister. They say the best mirror is an old friend, but this mammoth custom copper creation merging the up with the down may be the second best mirror ever made. This is a heavy duty work of art, and it conveys with purchase. We mentioned a "Special Place" earlier, and you may have considered the one-of-its-kind amphitheater to be that Special Place. Wellll...it's part of the story. Let's go meet the other chapters. Dual staircases flanking a stacked stone waterfall aren't just some old world twelve step program. These channels lead to two separate, yet equally unique yards. These are their stories. Four sun splashed Palms greet us as we elevate to the ground level yards, one North, one South. No matter which direction you choose, there is no wrong choice. The ancient Latin word "amphitheater" translates to "double theater". Likewise, this amphitheater provides two shows daily, one down on the grassy floor, and this one with its impressive ground floor view. Bridging the space between the North Yard and the South Yard is the arched liquid luxury pool sitting Center Stage, where it belongs. There is a Third Dimension, beyond that which is known to daylight, it is a dimension as vast as space and timeless as infinity. It is the middle ground between light and dark, between daytime and the pit of night, sunset dead ahead, you have entered the Twilight Zone. You're only one swim away from a good mood, and the shaded basin this pool water rests in maintains a pleasurable temperature year round. Pause for a moment to fix our bearings. To the Left: South Yard. Center Stage: The pool area, overlooking the amphitheater. To the Right: North Yard...not to be confused with a football field, though it is nearly as long as one. In any other backyard this pool would be the bragging rights Centerpiece, with its palm rimmed arc design and enclosed radial sun deck. Here it plays second fiddle, but it's a sweet melody! Balance is the key ingredient to an enjoyable outdoor atmosphere that can adapt instantaneously to the unique extremes Arizona is famous for. Shade louvers shields the afternoon sun, while the shin high fire pit warms the evening chill. Balance. Immersive moments can lead to an easy-breezy shiver of your timbers. Fortunately you can warm those pruney fingers with Fire, over here at the poolside pyromania pit. No matter which backdrop you choose, the amphitheater, the pool, or the North Yard, this poolside Verranda affords you a centered ambience that makes any gathering feel larger than life. Brunch served outdoors tastes infinitely better than brunch consumed indoors. The Breakfast Terrace hovers over the amphitheater, enjoying pool and palm views, which will surely impress your guests. But it's that cup of coffee by yourself, sipped while the sun climbs the palm shafts, just a quiet moment alone sharing this Garden of Eden with your thoughts....man, that's the good stuff. Happiness is best served with grill marks and a tangy sauce. The outdoor kitchen consists of a gas grill, a stainless sink, and a guiding light. All of the oxygen burned is locally sourced. All meals seasoned with love. You can't live a full life on an empty stomach! This just might be the most important room on the property. Tucked around the verranda corner hides the pool cabana bathroom. Cabathroom! This helps insure there's no "P" in "Pool". Extra storage space was included for those late summer evenings when monsoon skies come seeking patio cushions to devour. Beyond the cabathroom we step bare footed onto a welcome mat of cool, damp, irrigated grass. We have arrived at the North Yard. This is the Ponderosa portion of today's program. Flood irrigation. With the twist of a valve, located right on property, flood waters release into this backyard, direct from the canal, for less than $30 per month. It's cheap. It's handy. It is a remarkably subtle advantage that is the unsung hero of this property. The North Yard includes 70+ yards of lawn, deep water rooted by the flood irrigation, creating a more robust root system that keeps the lawn healthier and cooler year round. By the time you trek across that big green monster, those bare feet can catch a chill. Firepit numero dos is the perfect conversation location with its botanical backdrop and wide open view of the north lawn activities. Saguaro, mesquite, palo verde, and bougainvillea perform a spectacular dance amongst the boulder outcroppings of the North Yard's botanical retreat. These plants are tough as nails, sharp as tacks, you'll discover something new everyday here. Ouch! Yep, that's sharp too. Exercise, the poor man's plastic surgery. The backyard entertainment quota turns up a notch past ten when friends gather around the netted hoop with dreams of dunking, and not a chance in the world of pulling it off gracefully. This is where memories are made. Nothing builds rebounding ability better than 70 feet of lawn directly behind the court. Notice that strategically placed shade we discussed earlier? This court welcomes people of all skills and ages, but the sun is not allowed come mid-afternoon. Experts suggest exercising early in the morning, before your brain figures out what you're up to. Take those sore muscles straight to the pool afterward, or caress them calorically at the Breakfast Terrace. We have circled the North Yard to return ...home. Safety is no accident. The pool area is 100% gated from the rest of the yard, because children are 100% curious. If SPF is your BFF, if the scent of Solarcaine brings back childhood trauma, if your skin starts to itch when the lights turn on, RELAX. The shade show has you covered in the pool area. Shade is an exported byproduct of trees, which gather in large groups over here in the South Yard, bordering the pool. This shade canopy alters its color shades with the seasons, yellow to green to yellow...we only have two seasons. This South Yard Garden is awaiting spring's Hello before showing its true colors, but you can see the shape of things to come. Many believe gardening begins in the spring and ends in the fall. Not necessarily true. The garden begins right now, when you develop the dream of what this gathering spot could look like in bloom. Sunlight and water await your decision. Laundry, the never ending story. Wash. Dry. Fold. Repeat. This XXL laundry "facility" features a sink, washer, dryer, fold out ironing board, center folding island, more cabinetry than most kitchens, and... A wine cooler. The laundry room is where life gets sorted out, one way or another. The bedrooms. Two wings of bedrooms sprout from the Game Lounge hub. Three bedrooms, two baths in the southern leg, beginning with this sizeable sleeping space here. Nothing says "Calgon, take me away" like the classic shape of a Victorian style claw foot tub. Bubbles and bath time are never better than in this iconic and glamorous styling. Sometimes speed is essential, thus dueling sinks and a shower await guests in this countertop friendly guest bath. This South Lounge bathroom serves two secondary bedrooms, with doors on each end, including a separate door to the shower. The prominent advantage to a subterranean level is the extreme energy efficiency achieved. This entire level maintains a congenial atmosphere as it's southern With its own full bath down its own hallway, and windows peering directly into the amphitheater, this end of the South Hall bedroom can serve as a convenient second Master Suite. The secondary advantage to a subterranean level is soundproofing. There's a game room, a movie theater, a wine room, and all manner of ways to make noise on this level. But in this space, nobody will hear you scream. Into the North wing we first encounter this bedroom, another benefactor of those amphitheater views. Notice the generous space in each of these secondary bedrooms. Size matters, and this home provides more than necessary in every instance. Double sinks, private shower room, the North Lounge bathroom serves the hall to both North wing bedrooms. It's worth noting that each bathroom on this property were designed with their own unique aesthetic. Variety is the spice of life, and this home is well seasoned. Your sleeping space is a haven for relaxation, a place to rest, rejuvenate, and just be yourself. Each of these secondary bedrooms is earth cooled, loaded with closet space, and has a bathroom either directly attached or two steps away. Big family, or big guest list, you are the hero. Five bedrooms can mean five loads of laundry, thus the invention of the beloved Second Laundry room, so your stairs aren't hampered by discarded outerwear. The driveway's North Yard RV gate is complemented by this SECOND RV gate on that opens to the South Yard. RV gates have this home surrounded, in case you own the big stuff. The scale of this modern marvel is extensive, yet its attitude is wholeheartedly unpretentious. If you're prone to larger gatherings, or manufactured a large family, wisdom dictates you place this palace of fine parts on the Must See list, with haste, others are seeing it too. We'll punctuate this picture show with a road show. The Motor Court can be the most important aspect of a house to certain wrench wielding buyers, and we want everyone to be seen. The garage!?! Who takes pictures of the garage? When the garage is the size of a small home, it becomes necessity to show it off. Sorry, the fancy cars are not included. Natural light is provided, as well as enough space to park a small vehicle fleet. The C-shape design makes bragging rights all that easier to deploy. This space is not the final frontier. Check the Documents tab to find HOA Approved plans for a detached RV garage and workshop, just in case. This concludes our tour, please exit through the gift shop.

Property Description
Form and function are expressed handsomely by 7 bedrooms and 6.5 baths, wrapping around the centerpiece attraction: a One-of-its-Kind AMPHITHEATER. You must see this. The sculptural enchantment of the terraced gardens and palm guarded fountains provides a charismatic glamour rarely experienced without a trip to Europe. Comfort and practicality dominate the Main Floor, with walls of indoor-outdoor transitional space and a substantial Owner's retreat plus Office. The fully optioned WOLF Gourmet kitchen pours into an Open Concept Great Room, basking in views. The earth-cooled subterranean level provides game room, wine room, two wings of bedrooms, 3 baths, 2nd kitchen, 2nd laundry, theater, w/ Direct Amphitheater Access. A MUST SEE Marvel of Architectural Significance and Headturning Allu

Details
Maps
Documents
Contract Information
Status Change Date: 2022-04-01
Sold Price: $2,400,000
Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,400,000
List Date: 2022-01-10
Type: EA
Ownership: Fee Simple
Subagents: N
Buyer/Broker: Y
Buyer Broker $/%: %
Comp to Buyer Broker: 2.5
Variable Commission: N
Location, Tax & Legal
Map Code/Grid: N31
House Number: 8108
Compass: W
Street Name: FRIER
St Suffix: Drive
City/Town Code: Glendale
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85303
Zip4: 1022
Country: USA
County Code: Maricopa
Assessor's Map #: 25
Assessor's Parcel #: 87
Assessor Number: 142-25-087
Legal Description (Abbrev): LOT 5 AUBURNE MCR 074513
Subdivision: AUBURNE
Tax Municipality: Glendale
Taxes: 10614
Tax Year: 2021
General Property Description
Dwelling Type: Single Family - Detached
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: 2
# of Interior Levels: 2
# Bedrooms: 7
# Bathrooms: 6.5
Approx SQFT: 7780
Price/SqFt: 308.48
Horses: N
Model: Tom Mooney
Builder Name: Golden Sky
Year Built: 2007
Approx Lot SqFt: 53852
Approx Lot Acres: 1.236
Flood Zone: TBD
Pool: Private Only
Planned Comm Name: Auburne
Marketing Name: Auburne
Elementary School: Sun Valley Elementary School
Jr. High School: Sun Valley Elementary School
High School: Raymond S. Kellis
Elementary School District: Glendale Elementary District
High School District: Glendale Union High School District
Remarks & Misc
Cross Street: 83rd Ave & Northern
Directions: EAST on NORTHERN AVE to 83RD AVE SOUTH on 83RD AVE to FRIER DRIVE EAST on FRIER to GATE - CALL FOR ACCESS
Geo Lat: 33.54922
Geo Lon: -112.233842
Status Change Info
Off Market Date: 2022-02-25
Under Contract Date: 2022-02-08
Close of Escrow Date: 2022-03-31
Sold Price: $2,400,000
Legal Info
Township: 2N
Range: 1E
Section: 2
Lot Number: 5
Association & Fees
HOA Y/N: Y
HOA Transfer Fee: 200
HOA Fee: 240
HOA Paid Frequency: Monthly
HOA Name: Auburne HOA
HOA Telephone: 480-988-0061
HOA 2 Y/N: N
PAD Fee Y/N: N
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee $/%: $
Cap Improvement/Impact Fee 2 $/%: $
Land Lease Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee Y/N: N
Rec Center Fee 2 Y/N: N
Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 240
Architect
Architect: Tom Mooney
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Separate Den/Office
Sep Den/Office Y/N: Y
Parking Spaces
Garage Spaces: 6
Slab Parking Spaces: 6
Total Covered Spaces: 6
Contact Info
List Agent Home Phn: 480-225-1901
Sold Info
Loan Type: Other
Loan Years: 30
Payment Type: Other
Closing Cost Split: Normal - N
Buyer Concession $/%: %
Seller Concession $/%: %
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: N/A
Architecture: Other (See Remarks)
Master Bathroom: Full Bth Master Bdrm; Separate Shwr & Tub; Double Sinks; Private Toilet Room; Tub with Jets
Master Bedroom: Split
Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Split; Other Bedroom Downstairs; Master Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Other Bedroom Walk-in Closet; Master Bedroom Sitting Room
Fireplace: 3+ Fireplace; Fireplace Family Rm; Fireplace Living Rm; Fireplace Master Bdr; Two Way Fireplace; Gas Fireplace; Exterior Fireplace; Firepit
Flooring: Carpet; Stone; Wood
Windows: Dual Pane; Wood Frames
Pool Features: Private; Fenced; Diving Pool; Heated; Play Pool
Spa: None
Community Features: Gated Community
Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Breakfast Bar; Dining in LR/GR; Breakfast Room
Kitchen Features: 220 Volts in Kitchen; Range/Oven Elec; Range/Oven Gas; Cook Top Gas; Gas Stub for Range; Disposal; Dishwasher; Built-in Microwave; Refrigerator; Reverse Osmosis; Wall Oven(s); Multiple Ovens; Pantry; Walk-in Pantry; Granite Countertops; Kitchen Island
Laundry: 220 V Dryer Hookup; Inside; Upstairs Laundry; Other; See Remarks
Basement Description: Finished; Full
Other Rooms: Family Room; Great Room; Bonus/Game Room; Guest Qtrs-Sep Entrn; Media Room
Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings; Wet Bar; Water Softener Owned
Accessibility Feat.: Accessible Door – 32in+ Wide; Hallways 36in+ Wide; Mltpl Entries/Exits
Technology: 3+ Exist Tele Lines; Pre-Wire Srnd Snd; Pre-Wire Sat Dish; Sat Dish TV Ownd; Sat Dish Intrnt Ownd; Cable TV Avail; High Speed Internet Available; Ntwrk Wrng One Room; Ntwrk Wrng Multi Rms; Security Sys Owned; Smart Home System
Exterior Features: Balcony; Built-in BBQ; Covered Patio(s); Gazebo/Ramada; Misting System; Patio; Private Street(s); Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Sport Court(s); Storage
Parking Features: Dir Entry frm Garage; Electric Door Opener; Extnded Lngth Garage; Over Height Garage; RV Gate; RV Parking; Separate Strge Area; Side Vehicle Entry; Temp Controlled
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Construction: Block; Frame - Wood
Const - Finish: Painted; Stucco; Stone
Roofing: Tile; Rolled
Cooling: Refrigeration; Ceiling Fan(s); Programmable Thmstat
Heating: Ceiling; ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Plumbing: Recirculation Pump; Gas Hot Water Heater
Energy/Green Feature: Multi-Zones
Utilities: SRP; SW Gas
Water: City Water
Sewer: Sewer - Public
Services: City Services
Fencing: Wrought Iron; Block
Property Description: Cul-De-Sac Lot
Landscaping: Gravel/Stone Front; Gravel/Stone Back; Desert Back; Grass Front; Grass Back; Yrd Wtring Sys Front; Yrd Wtring Sys Back; Auto Timer H2O Front; Auto Timer H2O Back; Irrigation Back; Flood Irrigation
Showing Notification Methods: Text; Email; Phone Call
Lockbox Type: None
Possession: By Agreement; Close of Escrow
Unit Style: Two Levels
Association Fee Incl: Common Area Maint; Street Maint
Assoc Rules/Info: Pets OK (See Rmrks); Prof Managed
Existing 1st Loan: Conventional; Treat as Free&Clear
New Financing: VA; Conventional
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req

Listing Office: Realty ONE Group

Last Updated: April - 01 - 2022

8108 W FRIER Drive, Glendale, AZ 85303 - MLS# 6339898
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