Just 25 minutes east of Tucson, this Beautful Desert ranch home nestled on 5 fenced acres in the hills of Benson, blends harmoniously with its arid surroundings, embodying a sense of rustic elegance and practicality. Warm, earthy hue that seamlessly merges with the landscape stretching into the distance. A sprawling front veranda with rough-sawed wooden beams that provide shade during the daylight hours. Large rooms provide a sense of openness. This homes comes complete with animal pens and a horse stable. Plenty of room for all your toys. Enjoy the cooler weather year-round.Bring all offers.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by John Low• Real Broker
Bought with Kalynn Bullington• Copper Lodge Realty
Santa Fe style house on five acres outside Benson, AZ. This property is Located just 25 minutes east of Tucson. Main house has 3 bedrooms 2 baths. There are facilities for animals and a workshop. Open floor plan is ideal for a family. Nearby you will find the historic town of Bisbee and the infamous town of Tombstone. Karchner underground caverns (one of the most visited attractions in AZ) is 15 minutes away. Benson has shopping, restaurants, health facilities, great schools, a public golf course and an airport. The property has a personal property manufactured home that is rented out, exterior walls are stucco, interior has an eat in kitchen living room, one bedroom and one bathroom; ideal for guests, family members or extra income.
MLSSAZ #21725610
Jan 3, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Oct 2, 2018
Price Changed
$359,000
$155/sq ft
Aug 27, 2018
Price Changed
$365,000
$158/sq ft
Jun 11, 2018
Price Changed
$379,000
$164/sq ft
Oct 1, 2017
Listed
$395,000
$171/sq ft
MLSSAZ #21611150
Aug 15, 2016
Listing Removed
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Apr 18, 2016
Listed
$375,000
$162/sq ft
MLSSAZ #2420695
Nov 8, 2004
Sold
$285,000
$123/sq ft
Aug 12, 2004
Listed
$299,900
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,204 (+3.4%)
2025
$5,035 (+5.5%)
2024
$4,774 (+2.5%)
2023
$4,660 (+5.8%)
2022
$4,404 (+50.1%)
2021
$2,934 (+4.2%)
2020
$2,817 (+1.8%)
2019
$2,768 (+7.6%)
2018
$2,572 (+3.3%)
2017
$2,489 (+8.2%)
2016
$2,300 (+5.0%)
2015
$2,191
2014
$2,192 (+6.3%)
$50 + $15,095
$15,145
2013
$2,062
$50 + $15,132
$15,182
Tax history for 15401 S Empire Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,204 (+3.4%)
2025
$5,035 (+5.5%)
2024
$4,774 (+2.5%)
2023
$4,660 (+5.8%)
2022
$4,404 (+50.1%)
2021
$2,934 (+4.2%)
2020
$2,817 (+1.8%)
2019
$2,768 (+7.6%)
2018
$2,572 (+3.3%)
2017
$2,489 (+8.2%)
2016
$2,300 (+5.0%)
2015
$2,191
2014
$2,192 (+6.3%)
$50 + $15,095
$15,145
2013
$2,062
$50 + $15,132
$15,182
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
341
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pima County
APN
30619034
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
Jul 23, 2015 • Final
Historical
Construct an addition to the building including a bedroom, living room, and porch.
Addition
Jul 23, 2015 • Final
Historical
Install electrical service and perform grading work for a mobile home.
Electrical
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Carport Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Circular Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Sound System
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Storage
Has Fireplace
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Family Room
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,315
Construction Materials: Masonry Stucco, Siding, Stucco
Exterior Features
Other Structures: Workshop
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Barbed Wire
Roof: Built-Up
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Levels: One
Living Area: 2,315
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 217,800
Lot Size Dimensions: Irreg
Lot Features: East/West Exposure, Hillside Lot
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Road Responsibility: County
Zoning: Pima County - SH
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,660.22
Tax Year: 2023
Parcel Number: 306-19-0340
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Domestic Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Electric
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Acacia
Middle Or Junior School: Old Vail
High School: Vail Dist Opt
High School District: Vail
Location Information
Directions: From I-10 west Take exit 297 toward Mescal Rd/J Six Ranch Rd, Turn left onto Mescal Rd, Turn left onto Frontage Rd Turn slightly right onto E Benson Hwy. to South Empire Rd. Go for 0.6 mi. to address.
UnparsedAddress: 15401 S Empire Road, Benson, AZ 85602
Community Information
Community Features: Horse Facilities, Horses Allowed
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 341
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Pima County
APN: 30619034
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Acacia Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 15.9mi
8/10
Old Vail Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 15.7mi
5/10
Cienega High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 16.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
34% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Benson, AZ • 85602
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 12.5 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
12.5 hrs
7.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$571,000 – $692,000
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