THIS IS A GREAT INVESTMENT! THIS ELEVATED LOT IS LOCATED IN THE RIO RICO RANCHETTES. SPACIOUS HOME FEATURES 3 BDRM, 2 BATHS, LIVING ROOM AND FAMILY ROOM. THE HOME ALSO INCLUDES A FORMAL DINING ROOM. THE VALUTED SEILINGS ADD AN AIRY, OPEN FEELING IN THE LIVING AREAS AND THE FIREPLACE IN THE FAMILY RM CREATES A COZY RETREAT RIGHT OFF THE KITCHEN. THE KITCHEN IS VERY SPACIOUS WITH BEAUTIFUL WHITE CABINETS. THE MAIN BEDROOM SUITE IS TUCKED AWAY FROM THE OTHER BEDROOMS FOR PRIVACY. THERE IS AN EXTEN OVERLOOKING THE PANORAMIC VIEWS OF THE DESERT AND SURROUNDING MOUNTAINS. LOCATED IN A SECLUDED, QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD.
Great 3 Bedroom 2 Bath home with views in SE Rio Rico! Ceramic tile flooring and vaulted ceilings in the main living areas. Large covered patio from which to enjoy the views. Scheduled to auction in February.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,881 (+27.0%)
$620 + $13,248
$13,868
2024
$1,481 (+3.7%)
$620 + $13,813
$14,433
2023
$1,428 (+5.8%)
$620 + $13,813
$14,433
2022
$1,349 (+2.3%)
$650 + $11,495
$12,145
2021
$1,319 (+5.4%)
$650 + $9,494
$10,144
2020
$1,252 (+4.8%)
$650 + $9,494
$10,144
2019
$1,194 (+6.3%)
$650 + $9,494
$10,144
2018
$1,124 (+3.9%)
$650 + $8,319
$8,969
2017
$1,082 (+18.6%)
$600 + $7,963
$8,563
2016
$912 (−10.4%)
$570 + $7,732
$8,302
2014
$1,018
$500 + $5,374
$5,874
Tax history for 253 Grillo Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,881 (+27.0%)
$620 + $13,248
$13,868
2024
$1,481 (+3.7%)
$620 + $13,813
$14,433
2023
$1,428 (+5.8%)
$620 + $13,813
$14,433
2022
$1,349 (+2.3%)
$650 + $11,495
$12,145
2021
$1,319 (+5.4%)
$650 + $9,494
$10,144
2020
$1,252 (+4.8%)
$650 + $9,494
$10,144
2019
$1,194 (+6.3%)
$650 + $9,494
$10,144
2018
$1,124 (+3.9%)
$650 + $8,319
$8,969
2017
$1,082 (+18.6%)
$600 + $7,963
$8,563
2016
$912 (−10.4%)
$570 + $7,732
$8,302
2014
$1,018
$500 + $5,374
$5,874
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.54 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,645
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
11614195A
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 2026.
R2
Residential District
The R-2 district is designed to accommodate a single-family residence on a minimum lot size of 18,000 sq ft lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: RV Access/Parking
Garage Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Kitchen Information
Built-in Microwave: Yes
Range Oven Electric: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Breakfast Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, Full Bth Master Bdrm
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
LaundryFeatures: Wshr/Dry HookUp Only
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Block, Slump Block
Horses Allowed
Fencing: Chain Link, Wire
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
View: Mountain(s)
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 23,069
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Natural Desert Back, Natural Desert Front
County Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,481
Tax Year: 2024
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: No Fees
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Little Red Schoolhouse
High School: Rio Rico High School
High School District: Santa Cruz Valley Unified District
Elementary School: Little Red Schoolhouse
Elementary School District: Santa Cruz Elementary District
Location Information
Directions: I-19 EXIT 17, EAST ON RIO RICO DR, SOUTH ON PENDELTON RD, LEFT ON CALLE ARIKARA, RIGHT ON GRILLO COURT TO ADDRESS ON THE RIGHT
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,645
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: —
County: Santa Cruz County
APN: 11614195A
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: Pvt Water Company
Around this home
Schools
Little Red Schoolhouse
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
Nogales High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
3/10
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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
31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 20 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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Rio Rico, AZ • 85648
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 12.3 hours in
June and 7.3 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$181,000 – $219,000
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