Welcome to ''CASA de ADOBE'' . Winner of the Tucson Association of REALTORS® Home Tour, this remarkable custom adobe residence is a masterful expression of authentic Southwestern architecture, thoughtfully designed in collaboration with acclaimed Tucson adobe expert Robert Barnes. Set on 6 private acres, the property offers breathtaking mountain vistas, spectacular sunsets, peaceful desert surroundings, and some of Southern Arizona's most beautiful dark skies. Here, timeless craftsmanship meets sustainable design to create a home that is as enduring as it is beautiful. Every detail reflects exceptional quality and artistry. Traditional 16-inch adobe walls provide outstanding natural insulation and quiet comfort, while soaring spruce ceilings accented with Idaho lodgepole pine vigas showcase classic Southwestern character. Handcrafted mesquite doors, radiant floor heating, and 30 owned solar panels demonstrate a thoughtful balance of luxury, efficiency, and environmental stewardship. At the heart of the home is a chef's kitchen designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring premium finishes and exceptional functionality. Every room radiates warmth, authenticity, and a genuine connection to the surrounding landscape. Adding exceptional versatility is a large oversized detached RV garage with an exterior RV hookup. Whether you envision a premium workshop, collector's garage, art studio, woodworking shop, home business, or space for recreational vehicles and equipment, this impressive structure offers endless possibilities. Equestrian enthusiasts will appreciate the horse-friendly acreage with convenient ride-out access to nearby State Land, while the location provides the best of both worlds--peaceful country living just 10 miles from Interstate 10 and only minutes from shopping, dining, and services along Houghton Road and in Sahuarita. Located within the acclaimed Vail Unified School District, this exceptional property combines the privacy of rural living with easy access to top-rated schools, shopping, restaurants, and Tucson's growing southeast corridor. "Casa de Adobe" at Hilton Ranch is more than a home--it is an award-winning architectural legacy, offering an authentic Arizona lifestyle that is increasingly rare to find.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
6.03 acresLot Size
$240Price/Sq.Ft.
4 garage spacesParking
Listed by Patricia Nyberg• Realty One Group Integrity
Home is range priced 750 to 775. Seller will accept or counter offers in that range. Beautiful custom mud adobe home with 16'' walls interior and exterior on 6 acres of horse property. Spruce ceilings with exposed Idaho lodgepole pine vegas, hand crafted mesquite doors, radiant heat, two bee hive fireplaces. Your gourmet kitchen with attached elegant formal dining has granite counters, sub zero refridgerator, Viking professional oven/range and lots of space to cook and host. Drink clean water out of your well with dedicated well house. The mancave/garage is oversized and will fit your cars and toys! Full RV hookups allow your visitors or you to live RV style as well. The property borders state land so you can ride out for a couple hundred acres! Views are unbelievable at this serenity filled location. This property is the Soutwestern property you have been looking for! Horse enthusiasts can ride out on over 200 acres of state land from your property!
MLSSAZ #22415701
Mar 1, 2025
Listing Removed
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Nov 21, 2024
Price Changed
$785,000
$228/sq ft
Aug 23, 2024
Listing Removed
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Aug 5, 2024
Price Changed
$789,999
$230/sq ft
Jun 22, 2024
Listed
$835,000
$243/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 2022
Sold
$775,000
$225/sq ft
MLSSAZ #21302738
Jul 19, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jan 28, 2013
Listed
$459,000
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,408 (+5.7%)
2024
$5,116 (+1.5%)
2023
$5,038 (+5.9%)
2022
$4,756 (+64.6%)
2021
$2,890 (+3.8%)
2020
$2,785 (+0.6%)
2019
$2,769 (+7.3%)
2018
$2,580 (+1.7%)
2017
$2,536 (+8.3%)
2016
$2,342 (+4.0%)
2015
$2,252 (+4.2%)
2014
$2,160 (+5.0%)
$50 + $16,247
$16,297
2013
$2,057
$50 + $16,379
$16,429
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.03 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
3,442
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,442
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pima County
APN
30591064
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
RH
Rural Homestead Zone
This zone is intended to preserve the character and encourage the orderly growth of rural areas in the county. It is intended to encourage rural development in areas lacking facilities for urban development and to provide for commercial and industrial development only where appropriate and necessary to serve the needs of the rural area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Day care facility
Healthcare
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
58% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° 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
Vail, AZ • 85641
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 15791 E Hillton Ranch Rd
$804,889
$20K under list price of $825K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $425K to $759K.