Welcome home to Casa Esperanza (the house of endless possibilities) nestled on a lush 2.5 acre property in the Rio Verde Foothills with breathtaking unobstructed views of Four Peaks, the Mazatzal Mountains,Superstition Mountains & Weavers Needle.From spectacular sunrises to alpenglow sunsets you will be enchanted with the calm beauty of this place.Bring your horses, mountain bikes, quads & toys or just sit on the front terrace and enjoy the views.The charming, well designed1 bedroom + den casita includes every feature to make your life easy.It would also make a great rental generating income (up to $2,500/mo) while you design and build your custom dream home.There are existing permitted plans (that need review and updating by the county) or let the views inspire you to develop ''your''home The site is splittable or keep all 2.5 acres giving yourself privacy, freedom and all the best that Rio Verde offers. Additional features of the property are a snake fenced back patio and dog yard, workshop with 220 service and room to get creative and a full service RV hookup with roughed-in plumbing for an outdoor kitchen and bathroom (also rentable $1k/mo +/-). There is a 40' storage container on site that could make a great feed/tack room for equestrians. Don't delay! This special place will go fast.
Single-familyProperty Type
2001Year Built
2.5 acresLot Size
$528Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jeffrey Armbruster• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Lisa Armbruster• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty
Casa Esperanza- 2.5 acres buildable lot with existing Casita style home, work shop, water system in place, septic, storage ,cleared level pad and plans to build a home in hand.360 degree mountain views..75 mile off paved road easy access.Approved Epcor water service. Zoned R-43 could be split into 1.25 acre parcels.Call now. Also check out listing #6943494 for home details.
Public Records
Aug 6, 2018
Sold
$251,487
$255/sq ft
ARMLS #5680027
Apr 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Oct 27, 2017
Listed
$324,700
$330/sq ft
ARMLS #5379842
Jul 15, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jan 7, 2016
Listed
$325,000
$330/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 2015
Sold
$115,000
$117/sq ft
ARMLS #4796728
Aug 20, 2012
Listing Removed
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Aug 2, 2012
Price Changed
$669,900
$680/sq ft
Jul 31, 2012
Listed
$694,900
$705/sq ft
ARMLS #4356367
Oct 16, 2010
Sold
$52,000
$53/sq ft
Jul 13, 2010
Contingent
—
Jul 12, 2010
Pending
—
May 3, 2010
Contingent
—
Mar 16, 2010
Listed
$174,900
$178/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$621 (+1.6%)
2024
$611 (+4.5%)
2023
$585 (+2.1%)
2022
$573 (−10.9%)
$3,760 + $15,060
$18,820
2021
$643 (+1.4%)
$3,520 + $14,090
$17,610
2020
$634 (+3.1%)
$3,280 + $13,120
$16,400
2019
$615 (+3.9%)
$3,120 + $12,480
$15,600
2018
$592 (+3.7%)
$3,120 + $12,480
$15,600
2017
$570 (+0.6%)
$2,850 + $11,420
$14,270
2016
$567 (+5.6%)
$2,650 + $10,620
$13,270
2015
$537 (+8.2%)
$2,250 + $9,010
$11,260
2014
$496 (+6.5%)
$1,890 + $7,560
$9,450
2013
$466 (+8.7%)
$1,750 + $7,030
$8,780
2012
$428 (−20.4%)
$1,750 + $7,030
$8,780
2011
$538 (−16.4%)
$2,390 + $9,590
$11,980
2010
$643 (−20.2%)
$3,280 + $13,150
$16,430
2009
$806
$4,330 + $17,350
$21,680
Tax history for 17039 E Montgomery Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$621 (+1.6%)
2024
$611 (+4.5%)
2023
$585 (+2.1%)
2022
$573 (−10.9%)
$3,760 + $15,060
$18,820
2021
$643 (+1.4%)
$3,520 + $14,090
$17,610
2020
$634 (+3.1%)
$3,280 + $13,120
$16,400
2019
$615 (+3.9%)
$3,120 + $12,480
$15,600
2018
$592 (+3.7%)
$3,120 + $12,480
$15,600
2017
$570 (+0.6%)
$2,850 + $11,420
$14,270
2016
$567 (+5.6%)
$2,650 + $10,620
$13,270
2015
$537 (+8.2%)
$2,250 + $9,010
$11,260
2014
$496 (+6.5%)
$1,890 + $7,560
$9,450
2013
$466 (+8.7%)
$1,750 + $7,030
$8,780
2012
$428 (−20.4%)
$1,750 + $7,030
$8,780
2011
$538 (−16.4%)
$2,390 + $9,590
$11,980
2010
$643 (−20.2%)
$3,280 + $13,150
$16,430
2009
$806
$4,330 + $17,350
$21,680
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
686
Year built
2001
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Maricopa County
APN
21942005M
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Kitchen Information
220 Volts in Kitchen: Yes
Kitchen Island: Yes
Non-laminate Counter: Yes
Pantry: Yes
Walk-in Pantry: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms (Total Decimal): 1
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Heat Pump, Central Air
Has Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Appliances: Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, 9+ Flat Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Full Bth Master Bdrm
Window Features: Skylight(s), Dual Pane
Flooring: Concrete
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Frame, Painted
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Horses Allowed
Horse Amenities: Other
Exterior Features: Storage, RV Hookup
Fencing: Wire
Roof: Built-Up
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
View: Desert, Panoramic, Mountain(s)
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 108,900
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: East/West Exposure, Desert Back, Desert Front, Gravel/Stone Front
Building Information
Building Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $611
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utilities
Propane
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: No Fees
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Sonoran Trails Middle School
High School: Cactus Shadows High School
High School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Elementary School: Desert Sun Academy
Elementary School District: Cave Creek Unified District
Location Information
Directions: Dynamite East turns into Rio Verde left on 172nd til pavement ends.Jog in the road to dirt straight to Montgomery Rd left to address on left.
Utility Information
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Septic in & Cnctd
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 686
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2001
Year Renovated: —
County: Maricopa County
APN: 21942005M
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 25, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: Hauled
Around this home
Schools
Desert Sun Academy
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 13.5mi
6/10
Cactus Shadows High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 14.1mi
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
8/10 Fire Factor
35% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 111° expected this year, 14 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
Rio Verde, AZ • 85263
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.3 hours in
June and 7.6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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