1265 Morning Star Dr, Rio Rico, AZ, 85648
About This Home
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 ramadas, 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.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Materials
- Roof: Built-Up
- Construction materials: Frame - Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Gas Range
- Laundry features: Washer,Dryer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Beamed Ceilings,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Great Room
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air,Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 4,280
- Total interior livable area: 4,280 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 11239028
- Zoning: SCC - GR
- Special condition: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: Heated
- Patio & porch: Covered,Ramada,Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony,Native Plants,Barbecue,Courtyard
- Spa features: Conventional
- Fencing: Barbed Wire,Wrought Iron
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Sunset,Panoramic,Rural,Sunrise
Lot
- Lot size: 1,076 Acres
- Features: Decorative Gravel,Flower Beds,Shrubs,Subdivided,Corner Lot,Pond on Lot
- Lot size dimensions: Irregular
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Circular Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Over Height Garage,Storage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 7
- Covered spaces: 7
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Wildfire
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Drought
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Santa Cruz County and Arizona
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $23,209 | $278,508 |
| Home Insurance | $1,961 | $23,532 |
| Property Taxes | $2,371 | $28,452 |
| Electricity | $453 | $5,438 |
| Total | $27,994 | $335,928 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-27 | Price change | $4,590,000 |
| 2025-12-09 | Listed for sale | $4,790,000 |
| 2020-11-10 | Sold | $1,650,000 |
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