Howdy from “Rancho Pequeno”! Perfectly sited on 2.27 acres in N Cave Creek where the Old West lives on! Views, privacy and distinctive design choices include custom iron entry gate, Viga beams, Saltillo tile, subtle designer paint, Kiva wood-burning fireplaces, and a claw-foot tub. Attractive Great Room floor plan features a wall of French doors that lead to the tranquil pool area which is framed by lush vegetation. Equine family members enjoy a 4-stall barn, corral & oversized tack room. Saddle up & “Giddy-up” across acres of Tonto Nat’l Forest directly from your property. View deck provides the perfect setting for a romantic night of star gazing. This memorable home is not to be missed if you are seeking quality & character, coupled with a serene setting & extraordinary views!
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
2.27 acresLot Size
$491Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Linda Psyk• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Ted Dudine• Keller Williams Arizona Realty
Source:ARMLS #5334575
Redfin Estimate
$1,280,290
$510K since sold in April 2019$19K since September
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This home's estimate is 30.2% higher than the average sale price ($983K) of 6 comparable homes.
Howdy from “Rancho Pequeno”! Perfectly sited on 2.27 acres in N Cave Creek where the Old West lives on! Views, privacy and distinctive design choices include custom iron entry gate, Viga beams, Saltillo tile, subtle designer paint, Kiva wood-burning fireplaces, and a claw-foot tub. Attractive Great Room floor plan features a wall of French doors that lead to the tranquil pool area which is framed by lush vegetation. Equine family members enjoy a 4-stall barn, corral & oversized tack room. Saddle up & “Giddy-up” across acres of Tonto Nat’l Forest directly from your property. View deck provides the perfect setting for a romantic night of star gazing. This memorable home is not to be missed if you are seeking quality & character, coupled with a serene setting & extraordinary views!
ARMLS #4735779
May 22, 2013
Listing Removed
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May 22, 2013
Price Changed
$769,000
$295/sq ft
Mar 27, 2012
Listed
$799,000
$307/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 3, 2000
Sold
$420,000
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 26, 1992
Sold
$52,000
$20/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 3, 1988
Sold
$41,500
$16/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,296 (+0.4%)
2024
$2,286 (−19.9%)
2023
$2,855 (+2.0%)
2022
$2,799 (−9.0%)
$11,270 + $45,080
$56,350
2021
$3,075 (+1.7%)
$11,360 + $45,470
$56,830
2020
$3,024 (+18.9%)
$10,290 + $41,180
$51,470
2018
$2,544 (+0.5%)
$10,250 + $41,030
$51,280
2017
$2,532 (+0.6%)
$9,830 + $39,320
$49,150
2016
$2,518 (+5.7%)
$10,810 + $43,240
$54,050
2015
$2,383 (+8.1%)
$9,530 + $38,140
$47,670
2014
$2,204 (+4.0%)
$8,390 + $33,560
$41,950
2013
$2,120 (+8.7%)
$7,990 + $31,990
$39,980
2012
$1,950 (−5.0%)
$7,990 + $31,990
$39,980
2011
$2,053 (−18.0%)
$8,980 + $35,950
$44,930
2010
$2,504 (+5.2%)
$10,980 + $43,930
$54,910
2009
$2,379
$11,970 + $47,890
$59,860
Tax history for 5535 E Morning Star Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,296 (+0.4%)
2024
$2,286 (−19.9%)
2023
$2,855 (+2.0%)
2022
$2,799 (−9.0%)
$11,270 + $45,080
$56,350
2021
$3,075 (+1.7%)
$11,360 + $45,470
$56,830
2020
$3,024 (+18.9%)
$10,290 + $41,180
$51,470
2018
$2,544 (+0.5%)
$10,250 + $41,030
$51,280
2017
$2,532 (+0.6%)
$9,830 + $39,320
$49,150
2016
$2,518 (+5.7%)
$10,810 + $43,240
$54,050
2015
$2,383 (+8.1%)
$9,530 + $38,140
$47,670
2014
$2,204 (+4.0%)
$8,390 + $33,560
$41,950
2013
$2,120 (+8.7%)
$7,990 + $31,990
$39,980
2012
$1,950 (−5.0%)
$7,990 + $31,990
$39,980
2011
$2,053 (−18.0%)
$8,980 + $35,950
$44,930
2010
$2,504 (+5.2%)
$10,980 + $43,930
$54,910
2009
$2,379
$11,970 + $47,890
$59,860
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
DR-70
Desert Rural Residential Zones
The purpose of the Desert Rural (DR) zone is to prevent urban and desert land use conflicts by protecting scenic vistas, protecting natural habitats and natural features such as hillsides and washes, and to ensure that residential development is harmonious and sensitive to the natural environment.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Ranch
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 7
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Refrigeration
Heating Type: Forced Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Construction Quality: Good
Exterior Wall: Frame Wood
Building Type: Residential
Pool Information
Has Pool
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,606
Building Sq. Ft: 2,606
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: NE4 NE4 SE4 NE4 EX N 30' 2.27 AC
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 3
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 98,881
Municipality Name: CAVE CREEK
Acres: 2.27
Zoning Code: DR-70
State Use Description: SINGLE FAM RES-URBAN SUBD
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax Area: 932200
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,606
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: —
County: Maricopa County
APN: 21101006L
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 26, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Black Mountain Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
Cactus Shadows High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 5.8mi
10/10
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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
9/10 Fire Factor
49% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cave Creek, AZ • 85331
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.2 hours in
June and 7.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
13.2 hrs
7.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.22M – $1.47M
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