Cool green in summertime and you get it here. This home is ready for turn key enjoyment both inside and outside. 2 bedrooms plus nice den/office, a beautiful kitchen with huge island and great room layout. Quality plantation shutters throughout. Solar is owned. Outside are wonderful small green lawn areas to give you cool fun enjoyment, patio views to Jerome and Black Mountain. Nice covered patio at the entry and a neat pergola for cool shade. The historic town of Clarkdale is a fun and relaxing place to live with local charm and friendliness hard to find. Shopping, hospital and services 10 minutes away in Cottonwood and Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona 35 minutes east. Come enjoy this wonderful lifestyle.
The Star Gazer 2Bed + Den at The Traditions at Mountain Gate is expertly designed for energy efficiency & comfort. This is a magnificent floor plan. Every detail of this home has been thoughtfully considered. The spacious Great Room is perfect for entertaining & opens out to the extended covered patio with upgraded 12' Atrium doors. Elegantly appointed gourmet kitchen with 42'' upgraded cabinetry, exquisite granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Elegant 12x24 tile & thick carpet/pad in the bedrooms. 2nd bedroom is ensuite with den nearby- perfect for aging parents . Master bathroom has enormous custom tile walk-in shower. Garage is 3-car tandem with 8ft door. Solar panels INCLUDED. Whole-house air filtration system INCLUDED. Built with low VOC materials for excellent air quality
ARMLS #5903963
Jul 8, 2019
Sold
$405,416
$186/sq ft
Mar 30, 2019
Listed
$416,634
$191/sq ft
+11
The Star Gazer at The Traditions at Mountain Gate is expertly designed for energy efficiency, durability and comfort. This is a magnificent floor plan. Every detail of this home has been thoughtfully considered. The spacious Great Room is perfect for entertaining & opens out to the covered patio. Elegantly appointed kitchen with upgraded cabinetry, exquisite granite counters & stainless-steel appliances. Elegant tile & thick carpet/pad in the bedrooms. 2nd bedroom is ensuite with den nearby- perfect for aging parents. Master bathroom has enormous custom tile walk-in shower. Garage is 3-car tandem with 8ft door. Solar panels & energy storage INCLUDED. Aerobarrier and whole-house air filtration system INCLUDED. Built with low or no VOC materials for excellent indoor air quality!
ARMLS #517720
Jul 8, 2019
Sold
$405,416
$186/sq ft
Sep 24, 2018
Listed
$416,634
$191/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 4, 2011
Sold
$108,000
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,058 (+4.1%)
$8,180 + $36,339
$44,519
2024
$2,937 (+2.3%)
$5,934 + $50,185
$56,119
2023
$2,872 (+1.7%)
$5,934 + $50,185
$56,119
2022
$2,825 (−2.6%)
$6,140 + $36,493
$42,633
2021
$2,900 (+2.3%)
$5,582 + $27,935
$33,517
2020
$2,834 (+705.3%)
$4,939 + $25,426
$30,365
2019
$352 (+4.5%)
$4,475 + $25,734
$30,209
2018
$337 (+3.8%)
$4,475 + $25,734
$30,209
2017
$325
$4,613
Tax history for 553 Ruffner Ln
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,058 (+4.1%)
$8,180 + $36,339
$44,519
2024
$2,937 (+2.3%)
$5,934 + $50,185
$56,119
2023
$2,872 (+1.7%)
$5,934 + $50,185
$56,119
2022
$2,825 (−2.6%)
$6,140 + $36,493
$42,633
2021
$2,900 (+2.3%)
$5,582 + $27,935
$33,517
2020
$2,834 (+705.3%)
$4,939 + $25,426
$30,365
2019
$352 (+4.5%)
$4,475 + $25,734
$30,209
2018
$337 (+3.8%)
$4,475 + $25,734
$30,209
2017
$325
$4,613
*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
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,181
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Yavapai County
APN
40006450
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
PAD
Planned Area Development
For the purpose of this Ordinance, a Planned Area Development shall: Be a single development operation or a definitely programmed series of development operations.; Be for principal and accessory structures and uses substantially related to the character and purposes of the district.; Be developed according to a preliminary development plan that includes the locations of land uses, streets, utilities, and final development plans for all buildings, and other uses and improvements on the land as related to the buildings.; Include a program for provision, operation, and maintenance of any areas, facilities, and improvements designated for common use.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Kitchen Information
Kitchen Island: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 2
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms (Total Decimal): 2.5
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry
Window Features: Dual Pane
Green Energy Efficient: Solar Panels
Green Water Conservation: Recirculation Pump
Fireplace Features: None
Accessibility Features: Zero-Grade Entry
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame
Roof: Composition
Property Information
View: Mountain(s)
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 6,098
City Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,872
Tax Year: 2023
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Fee: $159
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Location Information
Directions: Enter Mountain Gate, left on Whistle Stop. Drive down thru Miners Gulch to Right on Ruffner. Home on the left.
Utility Information
Sewer: None, Public Sewer
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,181
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2018
Year Renovated: —
County: Yavapai County
APN: 40006450
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: City Water
Around this home
Schools
Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
19% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 103° expected this year, 21 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
Clarkdale, AZ • 86324
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 12.9 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
12.9 hrs
7.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$534,000 – $646,000
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