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Address
1265 Morning Star Drive, Rio Rico, AZ
Price
$ 4,590,000
Property Attributes
- ID#22531376
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountySANTA CRUZ
- CityRio Rico
- AreaSCC-Rio Rico East
- NeighborhoodMorning Star Ranch
- Zip85648
- StyleRanch
- Year Built2000
- Taxes$ 11276
- Price$ 4,590,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage4280
- Lot Size1076.71 Acres
Data Source:
Multiple Listing Service of Southern Arizona
Property Description
This extraordinary 1076.71-acre property showcasing premium improvements at every turn. The ranch features a stunning main residence, a versatile guest house that doubles as an office or conference space, and a full complement of ranch facilities--including a hay barn, tack room, shop, stables, pens, two ramada's, heli pad and a spacious 72-acre fenced horse pasture. The property borders the Sonoita State park comprising thousands of acres of preservation land and providing additional privacy to the ranch. In addition, the owners have access to the adjoining Salero Ranch which provides thousands of acres of additional riding opportunities. SEE MORE Every structure and feature on the property has been meticulously cared for and remains in exceptional condition! Situated at a comfortable 4,000-foot elevation, the ranch enjoys lovely climate, breathtaking panoramic views, and unlike much of Arizona's rugged landscape, this property offers wide stretches of soft, non-rocky ground, making it ideal for horseback riding. Whether you're taking a quiet morning ride or exploring the open spaces at sunset, the land provides a comfortable, natural environment for both horses and riders. Fully Furnished homes all while being just a short, convenient drive from the charming town of Tubac. Saddle up and explore your own scenic acreage with ease.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Elementary | Coatimundi Middle School | Rio Rico High School |
General Features
| Living Area | 4280 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Heating | Heat Pump,Propane |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ceiling Fans |
| Roof | Built-Up |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Gas Range,Refrigerator |
| Zoning | SCC - GR |
| HOA Fee | 430 |
| Garage Spaces | 7 |
| Association Fee Includes | Gated Community,Street Maint,Trash |
| Patio/Porch Features | Ramada,Covered,Patio |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Pool Features | Conventional,Heated |
| Security Features | Alarm Installed,Smoke Detector(s),Wrought Iron Security Door |
| Construction Materials | Frame - Stucco |
| Year Built | 2000 |
| View | Mountain(s),Sunrise,Sunset,Panoramic,Rural |
| Township | 22 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Parcel Number | 112-39-028 |
| Community Features | Horses Allowed,Gated,Walking Trail |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Santa Cruz |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Association Amenities | None |
| HOA | true |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | Morning Star Ranch |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Second Garage,Workshop,Shed(s) |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | I-19 south of Tubac to Palo Parado Exit 25. East to Pendleton Drive then north 2 miles to Camino Josephina. East on Camino Josephina for 5 miles to Morning Star Drive then south 3 miles to the locked |
| High School | Rio Rico High School |
| City | Rio Rico |
| Disclosures | Seller Prop Disclosure |
| High School District | Santa Cruz Valley United School District #35 |
| MLS Area | SCC-Rio Rico East |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 46901487 |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Spa Features | Conventional |
| Elementary School | Mountain View Elementary |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 11276.9 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Coatimundi Middle School |
| Lease Renewal Y/N | No |
| MLS Area Minor | SCC-Rio Rico East |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Lease Considered Y/N | No |
| Rent Control Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| MobileHomeRemainsYN | No |
| Legal Description | Sub Morning Star Ranch Lot 28 And A Portion Of Lot 27 |
| New Construction | None |
| Water Body Access Y/N | None |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Beamed Ceilings,Walk-In Closet(s) |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood |
| Furnished Y/N | Furnished |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning,Great Room |
| Basement (Y/N) | false |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Dryer,Washer |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 5 |
| Pantry | Closet |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,Barbecue,Other,Native Plants,Courtyard |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Barbed Wire,Wrought Iron,Slump Stone |
| Parking Features | Electric Door Opener,Separate Storage Area,Over Height Garage,Circular Driveway |
| Lot Features | Pond on Lot,Subdivided,Decorative Gravel,Flower Beds,Shrubs,Corner Lot |
| Water Source | Other |
| Lot Size Area | 1076.71 |
| Spa | No |
| Building Area Total | 4280 |
| Lot Dimensions | Irregular |
| Lot Size Acres | 1076.71 |
| Road Surface Type | Paved |
| Lot Size Source | Assessor |
| Covered Spaces | 7 |
| Crops Included Y/N | No |
| Road Responsibility | HOA |
| Horse Y/N | true |
| Irrigation Water Rights Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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