If you like to hunt, fish, camp, or enjoy any outdoor activities, this is the property for you! Amazing opportunity with income potential! 10 acres of privacy with two site built homes, an older mobile home, a HUGE garage/barn/workshop, and bordered on 3 sides by US Forestry Service Land. This property is located about a 15-minute drive from Parker Canyon Lake which offers fishing, boat & kayak rentals, fishing licenses, camping & fishing gear. So many possibilities for this property! It was previously used as an AirB&B, it can be used as a retreat, an event venue, a homestead, or anything else you can imagine. The larger home (1524 ft²) is the ''Bunkhouse'', it is one level with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Open kitchen and living room area with a unique stone-built wood-burning cooking stove attached to a beautiful stone wood-burning fireplace. The huge metal garage on the property can be used for parking, or it can be turned into a game room, workshop, or additional living quarters. There is plumbing for a bathroom. The smaller home (1404 ft²) is the "Birdhouse" and sits further back on the property. It is 2 story, but the bottom floor was used as a garage and storage. It could be converted into an additional living space or workshop and it has plumbing for a bathroom. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a spacious kitchen and living room with a stone wood burning fireplace. You can enjoy the forest views from the wrap-around balcony or BBQ on your back patio. There are a couple storage sheds on the property and carport for the Birdhouse. The older mobile home towards the back of the property was used by the caretaker watching over the property and coveys as-is. There are a total of 3 septic systems (one for each living structure), 3 leased propane tanks (one for each living structure), and one well located in the middle of the 3 living structures. There was a pond close to the garage/workshop, in which the old windmill was the water pump source. There are also a handful of fruit trees planted on the property along with many mature shade trees. With a little bit of TLC, this could be the ultimate getaway, perfect for privacy and enjoying the outdoors. Make an offer today, all reasonable offers will be considered.
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Market trends in 85611, AZ
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
96.6%
0.9% MoM
Median sale price
$470K
$20K MoM
Avg. days on market
113d
71 days MoM
Recently sold homes
4
2 MoM
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Sale history for 253 Lyle Canyon Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Oct 30, 2023
Sold
$465,000
$305/sq ft
ARMLS #6590193
Oct 30, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 30, 2023
Sold
$465,000
$305/sq ft
Oct 13, 2023
Contingent
—
Oct 12, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 27, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 25, 2023
Price Changed
$500,000
$328/sq ft
Aug 22, 2023
Contingent
—
Aug 9, 2023
Listed
$525,000
$344/sq ft
MLSSAZ #22317068
Oct 30, 2023
Pending
—
Oct 30, 2023
Sold
$465,000
$305/sq ft
Oct 13, 2023
Contingent
—
Oct 12, 2023
Relisted
—
Sep 27, 2023
Contingent
—
Sep 25, 2023
Price Changed
$500,000
$328/sq ft
Sep 25, 2023
Relisted
—
Aug 22, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 8, 2023
Listed
$525,000
$344/sq ft
+45
If you like to hunt, fish, camp, or enjoy any outdoor activities, this is the property for you! Amazing opportunity with income potential! 10 acres of privacy with two site built homes, an older mobile home, a HUGE garage/barn/workshop, and bordered on 3 sides by US Forestry Service Land. This property is located about a 15-minute drive from Parker Canyon Lake which offers fishing, boat & kayak rentals, fishing licenses, camping & fishing gear. So many possibilities for this property! It was previously used as an AirB&B, it can be used as a retreat, an event venue, a homestead, or anything else you can imagine. The larger home (1524 ft²) is the ''Bunkhouse'', it is one level with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Open kitchen and living room area with a unique stone-built wood-burning cooking stove attached to a beautiful stone wood-burning fireplace. The huge metal garage on the property can be used for parking, or it can be turned into a game room, workshop, or additional living quarters. There is plumbing for a bathroom. The smaller home (1404 ft²) is the "Birdhouse" and sits further back on the property. It is 2 story, but the bottom floor was used as a garage and storage. It could be converted into an additional living space or workshop and it has plumbing for a bathroom. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a spacious kitchen and living room with a stone wood burning fireplace. You can enjoy the forest views from the wrap-around balcony or BBQ on your back patio. There are a couple storage sheds on the property and carport for the Birdhouse. The older mobile home towards the back of the property was used by the caretaker watching over the property and coveys as-is. There are a total of 3 septic systems (one for each living structure), 3 leased propane tanks (one for each living structure), and one well located in the middle of the 3 living structures. There was a pond close to the garage/workshop, in which the old windmill was the water pump source. There are also a handful of fruit trees planted on the property along with many mature shade trees. With a little bit of TLC, this could be the ultimate getaway, perfect for privacy and enjoying the outdoors. Make an offer today, all reasonable offers will be considered.
MLSSAZ #21220763
Jul 15, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Aug 20, 2012
Listed
$338,000
$222/sq ft
MLSSAZ #2426762
Jan 13, 2005
Sold
$323,000
$212/sq ft
Oct 20, 2004
Listed
$320,000
$210/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,876 (+2.3%)
$7,440 + $35,110
$42,550
2024
$3,790 (+5.8%)
$7,440 + $37,410
$44,850
2023
$3,581 (+3.5%)
$7,440 + $37,410
$44,850
2022
$3,461 (+1.8%)
$7,440 + $29,049
$36,489
2021
$3,400 (−1.2%)
$7,440 + $14,141
$21,581
2020
$3,442 (−5.7%)
$7,440 + $14,141
$21,581
2019
$3,651 (+3.8%)
$7,440 + $14,141
$21,581
2018
$3,516 (−0.4%)
$7,440 + $14,428
$21,868
2017
$3,532 (+3.0%)
$7,440 + $15,497
$22,937
2016
$3,428 (−5.8%)
$7,440 + $14,948
$22,388
2014
$3,639
$12,090 + $14,204
$26,294
Tax history for 253 Lyle Canyon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,876 (+2.3%)
$7,440 + $35,110
$42,550
2024
$3,790 (+5.8%)
$7,440 + $37,410
$44,850
2023
$3,581 (+3.5%)
$7,440 + $37,410
$44,850
2022
$3,461 (+1.8%)
$7,440 + $29,049
$36,489
2021
$3,400 (−1.2%)
$7,440 + $14,141
$21,581
2020
$3,442 (−5.7%)
$7,440 + $14,141
$21,581
2019
$3,651 (+3.8%)
$7,440 + $14,141
$21,581
2018
$3,516 (−0.4%)
$7,440 + $14,428
$21,868
2017
$3,532 (+3.0%)
$7,440 + $15,497
$22,937
2016
$3,428 (−5.8%)
$7,440 + $14,948
$22,388
2014
$3,639
$12,090 + $14,204
$26,294
*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
9.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,404
Year built
1976
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
10867003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 2026.
GR
General Rural District
The purpose of the General Rural zoning district is to accommodate a residences on 180,000 sq ft. A lifestyle of a rural nature with accommodations for animals and agriculture is the intent of this district.
Interior Features: 9+ Flat Ceilings, Furnished(See Rmrks), No Interior Steps, Full Bth Master Bdrm
Window Features: Dual Pane
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Other, Vinyl
LaundryFeatures: Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
Horses Allowed
Exterior Features: Other, Storage
Fencing: Wire
Roof: Metal
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
View: Mountain(s)
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 437,916
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: East/West Exposure, Desert Front, Natural Desert Back, Natural Desert Front
County Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,461
Tax Year: 2022
Utilities
Utilities
Propane
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: No Fees
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Elgin Elementary School
High School: Patagonia Union High School
High School District: Patagonia Union High School District
Elementary School: Elgin Elementary School
Elementary School District: Sonoita Elementary District
Location Information
Directions: From AZ State 82 - SB on AZ-83. 19.2 miles to Lyle Canyon Rd, Left on Lyle Canyon Rd. 2.6 miles to property on Right. Driveway to property goes through a creek - enter at own risk during monsoon
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic in & Cnctd
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,404
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1976
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 10867003
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 31, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: Private Well
Around this home
Schools
Elgin Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 11.6mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 11-17% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
51% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° 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
Elgin, AZ • 85611
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.9 hours in
June and 7.1 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11.9 hrs
7.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$465,000 – $563,000
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