Castle Chase is a fantastic gated-community found inside McDowell Mountain Ranch. It was developed by Centex Corporation from 1996 ~ 1999 and consists of 173 improved lots, all of which are single story homes, and 45 (26%) have pools. The average square footage is 1,736 and the lot sizes average from 6,894 square feet.  Castle Chase is in the perfect location because of the adjacent trail system and spectacular mountain views. It also offers use of its community recreational center with a kitchenette, BBQ, restrooms and covered Ramada to all of its community members. Castle Chase also has its own exercise facility, a heated lap pool, and an outdoor spa. Maintenance for these facilities is paid for by the additional Homeowners Association fees. Castle Chase can be found South of Trovas just off McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd.  It is north of extensive wash areas. This ideal location gives many of these homes breath-taking view of the rugged Sonoran desert. Come home every night to magnificent sunsets and incredible city light views.

Schools in McDowell Mountain Ranch are Desert Canyon Elementary School, Desert Canyon Middle School and Saguaro High School. Some students attend other local schools through open enrollment, they are Copper Ridge Middle School, Chaparral High School and Desert Mountain High School. There are a variety of private school choices such as Notre Dame Preparatory High School and Scottsdale Christian Academy.