What is The Boulders?
The Boulders is a guard-gated resort and residential community in Carefree, organized around the historic Boulders Resort and Spa and two championship golf courses. The community is famous for its dramatic granite boulder formations that frame both the courses and many of the homes.
How much do Boulders homes cost?
Properties in The Boulders typically sell between $700,000 and $5 million. The price band includes casitas and patio homes near the resort, single-family homes around the courses, and custom estates on premium boulder-frame parcels.
Is club or resort membership included with home purchase?
No. Boulders Club membership is separate from property ownership. Verify membership availability and dues during the purchase process.
Why do buyers choose The Boulders?
Buyers choose The Boulders for the unique geological setting (the boulder formations are unlike anything else in the Southwest), the guard-gated privacy, the established resort infrastructure, and the lock-and-leave operational profile that comes with HOA-managed exteriors at many product types.
Is The Boulders good for second-home ownership?
Yes. The combination of guard-gated security, HOA-managed exteriors at most product types, established property-management ecosystem, and resort amenities makes The Boulders one of the strongest second-home markets in the area.