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
$1,700,000
1027 Morning Star Dr, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
5beds
4,961sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
36 Acres Lot
$1,614,700 Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$3,378 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,614,700
$1.42M - $1.82M
$3,378/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 24, 2024 at 07:05pm
Listed by:
Martin Ryan 520-429-0746,
First United Realty, Inc
Bought with:
Martin Ryan, BR024526000
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
Heating
- Heat Pump, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Zoned, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Building Materials, Kitchen Island, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Concrete, Stone, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- 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: Circular Driveway, None
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Door Levers
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Paver, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: Solar Heat
- Spa features: Conventional
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Sunset, Panoramic, Sunrise
Lot
- Size: 36 Acres
- Features: Shrubs, Sprinklers In Front, Adjacent to Wash, North/South Exposure, Elevated Lot, Waterfall, Pond on Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 11239118
- Zoning: SCC - GR
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Rammed Earth
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 2004
Details
- Builder name: Tom Wuelpern
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Water Company
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
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 annually
- Amenities included: None
- Services included: Gated Community, Street Maint
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional,Cash
- 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 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2024 | Pending sale | $1,750,000-2.5%$353/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2020 | Listing removed | $1,795,000$362/sqft |
Source: Realty Executives Arizona Territory #22020806 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,795,000+156.4%$362/sqft |
Source: Realty Executives Arizona Territory #22020806 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2015 | Sold | $700,000-51.7%$141/sqft |
Source: MLS of Southern Arizona #21520062 Report a problem | ||
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
- 7/10Patagonia Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 11.6 mi
- 9/10Patagonia Union High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mountain View Elementary
- Middle: Coatimundi Middle School
- High: Rio Rico High School
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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- Arizona
- Santa Cruz County
- Rio Rico
- 85648
- 1027 Morning Star Dr