Historic Tubac - 24+ Acres with 5-Parcel Subdivision Potential! Discover the perfect canvas for your custom desert estate or a premier boutique development. Nestled in the breathtaking High Sonoran Desert just minutes from the historic heart of Tubac, this exceptional 24.28 acre parcel offers the ultimate blend of tranquil rural living, village convenience, and incredible investment flexibility. For the visionary buyer, this expansive acreage features the highly desirable potential to be subdivided into up to five individual custom home sites. Enjoy uncompromised, 360-degree views of the majestic Santa Rita & Tumacacori Mountains, providing a dramatic backdrop for morning sunrises and vibrant, world-class Arizona sunsets. The property boasts a gentle, buildable topography adorned with native ocotillo, saguaro and mesquite. Positioned far from city lights, your future home or residential enclave will double as a private observatory under Tubac's legendary dark star-filled skies. Whether you are looking to build a singular, sprawling luxury retreat or capitalize on dividing the land into five pristine parcels, this unique property offers the space, privacy and scenery you've been searching for!!!
Vacant landProperty Type
24.28 acresLot Size
$11,326Price/Acres
Listed by Gary Brasher• Russ Lyon Sotheby's International
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Vacant Land
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Santa Cruz County
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Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 2026.
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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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
41% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
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This home receives average direct sun exposure in Tubac. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for TBD Garrett Ranch Rd
$273,719
$1,281 under list price of $275K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $245K to $425K.