Absolutely fabulous Tom Wuelpern built rammed earth, ultra custom home on 36 dramatic acres bordering Josephine Canyon at the exceptional Morning Star Ranch. Incredible artisan finishes at every turn. One of a handful of two story rammed earth homes in Arizona. Stunning French Country Farmhouse includes a spectacular pool/spa and a kitchen made for the most discerning master chefs with a rare Lacanche range. Reclaimed barnwood beams throughout, teak wood floors and stunning custom iron works are just a few of the remarkable features here. A wonderful 2 bedroom rammed earth guest cottage is the perfect compliment to the main home. Fantastic property for entertaining.
Sold for $1,700,000 on 04/15/24
$1,700,000
1027 Morning Star Dr, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
5beds
4,961sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
36 Acres Lot
$1,681,200 Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$4,018 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,681,200
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,018/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 24, 2024 at 01:05pm
Listed by:
Martin Ryan 520-429-0746,
First United Realty, Inc
Bought with:
Martin Ryan
First United Realty, Inc
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona,MLS#: 22409323
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Exhaust Fan, Shower & Tub, Soaking Tub
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Dining Area, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Description: Pantry: Cabinet
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Dryer, Washer, Water Heater: Propane
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet, Family Room, Interior Steps, Den
- Flooring: Concrete, Stone, Wood
- Windows: Window Covering: Stay
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Patio
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,961
- Total interior livable area: 4,961 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No RV Parking, No Garage, Circular Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: RV Parking: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Door Levers
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Paver
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Solar Pool Heater, Conventional
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Conventional
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Sunrise, Sunset
Lot
- Size: 36 Acres
- Features: Adjacent to Wash, Elevated Lot, North/South Exposure, Landscape - Front: Low Care, Shrubs, Sprinkler/Drip, Landscape - Rear: Low Care, Shrubs
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Parcel number: 11239118
- Zoning: GR
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: French Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Rammed Earth
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Details
- Builder name: Tom Wuelpern
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Unisource
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Water Company
Green energy
- Construction elements: Building Materials
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Alarm Installed, Smoke Detector(s), Alarm System
Community
- Community features: Gated, Horses Allowed, Paved Street, Walking Trail
Location
- Region: Rio Rico
- Subdivision: Morning Star Ranch
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $229 monthly
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Trash, Gated Community, Street Maint
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Fee (Simple)
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2024 | Sold | $1,700,000-2.9%$343/sqft |
Source:  MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323 | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Pending sale | $1,750,000-2.5%$353/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323 | ||
| 12/4/2020 | Listing removed | $1,795,000$362/sqft |
Source: Realty Executives Arizona Territory #22020806 | ||
| 8/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+156.4%$362/sqft |
Source: Realty Executives Arizona Territory #22020806 | ||
| 12/3/2015 | Sold | $700,000-51.7%$141/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #21520062 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,348 +6.4% | $82,360 +20.2% |
| 2023 | $9,726 +3.7% | $68,514 +11.2% |
| 2022 | $9,376 -0.9% | $61,587 +5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 85648
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Patagonia Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 11.6 mi
- 4/10Patagonia Union High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mountain View Elementary
- Middle: Coatimundi Middle School
- High: Rio Rico High School
- District: Santa Cruz Valley United School District #35
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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