Rio Rico Retreat with Mountain & Sunset Views! Enjoy the best of Southern Arizona living in this well-appointed 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on a spacious .62-acre lot with beautiful mountain and sunset views. The home features 10-foot ceilings, 8-foot doors, custom light fixtures, ceiling fans, and wood-look ceramic tile flooring throughout, creating a bright, open, and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring granite countertops, an island, lazy Susan, reverse osmosis system, and ample storage. Both bathrooms are finished with granite countertops and custom tile surrounds at the shower/tubs. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a stylish barn door leading to the primary bathroom. Step outside to enjoy the expansive covered patio, paver patio, and spacious backyard. The yard features a variety of fruit and ornamental trees, including apple, peach, lemon, lime, and palm trees. A concrete path surrounds the home, while irrigation is installed at both the front and rear. The front or side of the property provides plenty of room for RV parking, with a 2-car garage and additional space for recreational vehicles. The rear yard features two gates for convenient access, and a chimenea conveys with the property. Additional features include a water softener system and thoughtful upgrades throughout. With its generous lot, outdoor living spaces, mountain and sunset views, and room for recreational toys, this property offers a wonderful combination of comfort, privacy, and Southern Arizona charm. Bonus opportunity: The property may be purchased in conjunction with the adjacent .52-acre vacant lot to the west (Parcel #132-02-216), offering the potential for even more space, privacy, and flexibility--whether for future use, additional outdoor space, or simply enjoying the extra room. Conveniently located with easy access to I-19 and nearby Tubac, known for its galleries, restaurants, shopping, golf, and vibrant arts and cultural scene. Enjoy the peaceful setting of Rio Rico while remaining within easy reach of Tubac, Nogales, Green Valley, and Tucson.
Shows like new! Great opportunity to buy this 3 bedroom/2 bath home without the wait. The open floor plan of the living room, kitchen & dining area provides the open feeling of this home. It also has a large master bedroom with a walk in closet. Vaulted ceilings, upgraded light/plumbing fixtures, tile roof, tankless water heater, stainless steel appliances,granite countertops, lazy susan, oversized pantry, wifi thermostat, 8ft bedroom doors and ceramic tile floors are some of the many extras. The rear patio has unobstructed views of the surrounding mountains. Easy access to the freeway.
MLSSAZ #22225427
Nov 29, 2022
Sold
$289,900
$182/sq ft
Oct 29, 2022
Contingent
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Sep 28, 2022
Listed
$289,900
$182/sq ft
+16
Shows like new! Great opportunity to buy this 3 bedroom/2 bath home without the wait. The open floor plan of the living room, kitchen & dining area provides the open feeling of this home. It also has a large master bedroom with a walk in closet. Vaulted ceilings, upgraded light/plumbing fixtures, tile roof, tankless water heater, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, lazy susan, oversized pantry, wifi thermostat, 8ft bedroom doors and ceramic tile floors are some of the many extras. The rear patio has unobstructed views of the surrounding mountains. Easy access to the freeway.
Public Records
Jan 20, 2006
Sold
$12,500
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,538 (+6.5%)
$950 + $23,518
$24,468
2024
$2,384 (+3.2%)
$950 + $24,218
$25,168
2023
$2,310 (+2.3%)
$950 + $24,218
$25,168
2022
$2,257 (+0.4%)
$620 + $20,454
$21,074
2021
$2,248 (−17.4%)
$500 + $16,664
$17,164
2020
$2,720 (+2,577.4%)
$500 + $16,664
$17,164
2019
$102 (−0.2%)
$500 + $18,979
$19,479
2018
$102
$500 + $19,365
$19,865
2017
$102 (+4.9%)
$750
2016
$97 (−38.6%)
$750
2014
$158
$896
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.62 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
1,596
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,596
Year built
2018
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Santa Cruz County
APN
13202217
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 31, 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
Feb 27, 2019 • Final
Building
New construction
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
26% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° 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
Rio Rico, AZ • 85648
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
6.5 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 79 Sabio Ct
$299,389
$511 under list price of $300K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $275K to $300K.