Amazing 32 acre homestead nestled on the east side of the Chiricahua foothills adjacent to Coronado Forest 360 views include valley floor, Peloncillo Mtns, & awe inspiring Cave Creek Canyon. An active windmill sits amid towering cottonwood & pecan trees in an ancient Cienega. Humans have lived here since prehistoric times to Native American People & early pioneers. Scientific investigation from the early 20th century, led to a Conservation Easement to preserve this historical legacy. See documents for specific restrictions. Area is famous for world class birding, dark skies & unparalleled biodiversity. Charming 2 bd/2 ba house was lovingly built by the original owner and has been completely remodeled by present owners. Original construction consists of 2x6 frame within a brick exterior Built to last! Separate short term turnkey rental consists of two 1bd/1ba units complete with full kitchens & spacious covered back patio. Superhost status 5 star rating. Units are popular with Birders, hikers, astronomers & herpetologist. Averaging $2900 per month this year.
Manager & Housekeeper live next door willing to stay on. Alternative uses long term rental or multi generational living.
Property features include, 2 wells, all weather access from paved county road, full covered RV hook up/storage, Generac back up generator, 8,000 gal rainwater catchment system, many shade trees, fruit orchard, assorted fenced gardens and animal pens, garage and small barn. There is a wonderful spot for horse lovers with forest access out the back gate, includes a horse corral with a tack room, water & shade. Entire property is fenced with ranch fence and the interior yard fence is critter proof.
The hamlet of Portal is just 1.5 miles and features a wonderful cafe/sm grocery, part time medical clinic, library, post-office, volunteer Rescue facility. A bit further up the road is Cave Creek Canyon "The Yosemite of Arizona". Area is a favorite for birding and hiking. Rodeo NM is 7 miles to the east and offers several churches, cafes, sm grocery. Douglas AZ is 60 miles south with major shopping, Community Hospital with an ER dept.
Owner Agent.
Sold for $845,000
$845,000
1003 W Portal Rd, Portal, AZ 85632
4beds
2,685sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
32.65 Acres Lot
$865,700 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$2,562 Estimated rent
Home value
$865,700
$719,000 - $1.04M
$2,562/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 01, 2025 at 12:33pm
Listed by:
Joan Marie Galanis 520-204-0459,
Tierra Antigua Realty
Bought with:
Ron Price
Realty Executives Arizona Territory
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22426994
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Exhaust Fan, Shower Only
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
Kitchen
- Description: Pantry: Cabinet,Countertops: Granite
Living room
- Features: Off Kitchen
Heating
- Energy Star Qualified Equipment, Mini-Split
Cooling
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Evaporative Cooling, Evap Is Mastercool
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, Water Heater: Electric, Tankless Water Heater, Appliance Color: Stainless
- Laundry: In Bathroom
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Paneling, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet, Living Room, Interior Steps, Arizona Room, Enclosed Porch
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Window Covering: Stay
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,685
- Total interior livable area: 2,685 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Covered RV Parking, Attached, Detached, Manual Door, Utility Sink, Gravel, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: RV Parking: Covered
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Wide Doorways, Wide Hallways
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Paver
- Exterior features: RV Hookup
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Barbed Wire,Chain Link,Wire
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Sunrise, Sunset
Lot
- Size: 32.65 Acres
- Features: Hillside Lot, North/South Exposure, Landscape - Front: Decorative Gravel, Desert Plantings, Natural Desert, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees, Landscape - Front (Other): Orchard, Landscape - Rear: Decorative Gravel, Natural Desert, Sprinkler/Drip, Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 40222016A
- Zoning: RU-4
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse Facilities
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame - Stucco, Slump Block, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: None, Columbus Elect Co-op
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Pvt Well (Registered), 2 Wells 1 Solar
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Air Quality
- Water conservation: Water
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), None, Smoke Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Historic, Horse Facilities, Horses Allowed, Pickleball, Walking Trail
Location
- Region: Portal
- Subdivision: Other/Unknown
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA,VA
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/1/2025 | Sold | $845,000-1.5%$315/sqft |
Source:  MLS of Southern Arizona #22426994 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2025 | Pending sale | $858,000$320/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22426994 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $858,000+276.3%$320/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22426994 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2016 | Sold | $228,000+356%$85/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #21511850 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2015 | Sold | $50,000$19/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,183 +30.1% | $42,313 +21.2% |
| 2025 | $3,983 +2.6% | $34,906 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $3,881 +3.5% | $34,739 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 85632
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10San Simon SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 25.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: San Simon
- Middle: San Simon
- High: San Simon
- District: San Simon
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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