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$244,134$166 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Jun 28, 2017

1216 DESERT DAWN DR

RIO RICO, AZ 85648
0
Baths
1,469 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$244K
$235K low$253K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Jun 28, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$698 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$19,647 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,847
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,839
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,465

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
89
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
14
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
35
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountySanta Cruz
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Tile
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Refrigerator
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 224 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
San Cayetano Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Rio Rico High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Coatimundi Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.6 mi

District: Santa Cruz Valley Unified District

Neighborhood · ZIP 85648These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,682
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.98 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,576
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,897
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.63°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.85%

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How this home compares

1216 Desert Dawn Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Rio Rico 85648
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Rio Rico 85648
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Santa Cruz County

What homes are worth in Rio Rico 85648

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$182K$517K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Rio Rico 85648.

How it measures up in Rio Rico 85648

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rio Rico 85648.

Estimated value$244,134
CheaperTypical $261,564Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,469 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,610 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1216 Desert Dawn Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRio Rico 85648Santa Cruz County
Estimated valuepricier than$244,13438% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16651% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,469 ft²35% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac5% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than200362% of homes72% of homes

About 1216 Desert Dawn Dr

How much is 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ is $244,134 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $234,912 to $253,356. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ last sell?

1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ last sold on Jun 28, 2017 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ?

1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ has 1,469 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ built?

1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ?

1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ is assigned to San Cayetano Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Rio Rico High School (high), rated C; Coatimundi Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Santa Cruz Valley Unified District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ compare to other homes in Rio Rico 85648?

Among the 7,508 homes in Rio Rico 85648, it is worth more than 38% of them ($244,134 against a typical $261,564), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($166 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,469 ft² against a typical 1,610 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (2003 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Santa Cruz County, it is worth more than 40% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1216 Desert Dawn Dr, Rio Rico, AZ was $698. The county assessed it at $19,647.

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