Last Sold Price
5 beds4,961 sqft$343/sqft
1027 Morning Star Dr, Rio Rico, AZ 85648

Description

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...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.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/15/2024 12:55 AM

  1. Listed by Martin Ryan • Brokerage DRE #CO001601012 • First United Realty, Inc
    P: (520) 429-0746 C: (520) 429-0746 marty@martylryan.com

Property Details for 1027 Morning Star Drive

Status
MLS #
22409323
Days on Market
1
Taxes
$9,726 / year
HOA Fees
$229 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2004
Lot Size
36.00 AC / 1,568,160 SF
Subdivision Name
Morning Star Ranch
View
Mountain(s), Sunset, Panoramic, Sunrise
Zoning
SCC - GR

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$345,000

Avg days on market

50

Sale-to-list ratio

92.5%

[Rio Rico, AZ]

9 comparable properties found

1

$85,000

Sold 04/18/25

5
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
4,600
Square Feet
38.99
Acres
a view of a house with a patio
1/2
2

$850,000

Sold 04/30/26

5
Bedrooms
3,828
Square Feet
0.63
Acres
$260,000 | 1928 Circulo Mexicali, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
1/45
3

$260,000

Sold 04/24/26

5
Bedrooms
2,904
Square Feet
0.24
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard
1/44
4

$235,000

Sold 12/04/25

4
Bedrooms
3,009
Square Feet
0.49
Acres
$660,000 | 1211 Calle Chaparral, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
1/42
5

$660,000

Sold 12/03/24

4
Bedrooms
3,324
Square Feet
1.96
Acres
$710,000 | 17 Alcalde Lane, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
1/41
6

$710,000

Sold 03/30/25

4
Bedrooms
3,763
Square Feet
19.97
Acres
$305,000 | 1841 Via Fontana, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
1/36
7

$305,000

Sold 08/30/24

5
Bedrooms
2,594
Square Feet
0.45
Acres
$389,900 | 39 Avenida Pastor, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
1/47
8

$389,900

Sold 07/01/26

5
Bedrooms
2,560
Square Feet
0.42
Acres
$345,000 | 1702 Leary Court, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
1/49
9

$345,000

Sold 02/20/25

5
Bedrooms
2,407
Square Feet
0.27
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 1027 Morning Star Drive

Stories-Year Built2004Building Size-Lot Size36.00 AC / 1,568,160 SF

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$9,470 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,641

Property Taxes

$811

HOA Dues

$19

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Property Information for 1027 Morning Star Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I-19 to Palo Parado Exit 25, east to Pendleton Drive north to Camino Josephina 5 miles to Morning Star Drive south 3 miles to the locked Morning Star Ranch gate. Call LA for directions from gate.
  • FEMA Flood Zone: TBD
  • Fire Protection: Included in Taxes
  • Landscape - Front: Low Care, Shrubs, Sprinkler/Drip
  • Landscape - Rear: Low Care, Shrubs
  • Latitude: 31.583894
  • Longitude: -110.938105
  • MLS Area Major: SCC-Tubac East
  • MLS Area Minor: SCC-Tubac East
  • Municipal Flood Zone: TBD
  • Senior Community: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $229.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Gated Community, Street Maint
  • Comparable Only Listing: No
  • Parcel Number: 112-39-118
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,726
  • Tax Legal Description: Morning Star Ranch, Lot 118
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Taxes For: Dwelling & Land
School Information
  • Elementary School: Mountain View Elementary
  • High School: Rio Rico High School
  • High School District: Santa Cruz Valley United School District #35
  • Middle Or Junior School: Coatimundi Middle School
Parking
  • Driveway: Circular
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway
  • Attached Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • CCRs: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Lot Features: Shrubs, Sprinklers In Front, Adjacent to Wash, North/South Exposure, Elevated Lot, Waterfall, Pond on Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 36.0
  • Lot Size Area: 36.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Price Per Sq Ft: $1
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1568160.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Responsibility: HOA
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Horse Facilities: No
Property and Assessments
  • Age Restrictions: No
  • Deed Restrictions: Yes
  • Building Area Total: 4961.0
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Living Area: 4961.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Style - Other 2: French Farmhouse
  • Year Built: 2004
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Door Levers
  • Bathrooms Total: 4.5
  • Construction Materials: Rammed Earth
  • Guest House Sq Ft: 673.0
  • Levels: Two
  • Main House Sq Ft: 4288.0
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Unisource
  • Gas: Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Technology: Alarm System, High Speed Internet
  • Water Source: Water Company
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Additional Bathroom Features: Shower Only, Powder Room, Exhaust Fan
  • Appliances: Exhaust Fan, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Microwave, Wine Cooler
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Zoned, Heat Pump
  • Dining Areas: Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Bar, Dining Area
  • Extra Room: Den
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Patio
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Flooring: Concrete, Stone, Wood
  • Guest Facilities: House
  • Has Basement: No
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Interior Steps: Y
  • Heating: Heat Pump, Forced Air, Propane
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Beamed Ceilings
  • Interior Features: Building Materials, Kitchen Island, Beamed Ceilings
  • Kitchen Features - Pantry: Cabinet
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Washer, Dryer
  • Living Areas: Family Room
  • Number of Ovens: 2
  • Primary Bathroom Features: Double Vanity, Shower & Tub, Soaking Tub, Exhaust Fan
  • Security Features: Alarm Installed, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Spa Features: Conventional
  • Water Heater: Propane
  • Window Covering: Stay
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Gated, Horses Allowed, Paved Street, Walking Trail
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Paver, Patio
  • Pool - Conventional: Yes
  • Pool Features: Solar Heat
  • Roof: Tile
Rental
Rent Information
  • Current Use: Owner Occupied
Tenant Information
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 1027 Morning Star Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 15, 2024

Sold

MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323

$1,700,000
Apr 15, 2024

Pending

MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323

Apr 15, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323

$1,750,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/15/2024

Sold

MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323

$1,700,000
04/15/2024

Pending

MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323

04/15/2024

Listed (Active)

MLS of Southern Arizona #22409323

$1,750,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1027 Morning Star Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,959Additions$119,621Total$121,580
Tax Record2025$10,521 ($877 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt4,288 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,288 SqFtStories2Lot Size1,568,160 SqFtStyleFarmsYear Built2004CountySANTA CRUZAPN112-39-118

Schools near 1027 Morning Star Drive

This home is within Patagonia Union High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Patagonia Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Patagonia Union High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1027 Morning Star Drive, Rio Rico, AZ 85648
$1,700,000
5
4,961
1,568,160
$707,500
4
4,402
7,356,413
$795,000
3
3,557
1,568,160
$199,000
1,793,365
33,106
29,185

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