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Wild Horse Ranch EstatesHomes for Sale — Tucson, AZ
A gated enclave of 66 custom homes on 3+ acre lots against Saguaro Park East.
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12-month sold data · Jul 2025 – Jul 2026 · updated annually
Overview
Three-acre desert lots at the gateway to Saguaro Park East
Wild Horse Ranch Estates is one of Tucson’s most exclusive far-east enclaves — a gated community of just 66 custom homesites on 3+ acre lots across 242 desert acres. The Rincon Mountains frame the eastern horizon and Saguaro National Park East sits practically at your back fence, with direct access to some of Southern Arizona’s best trail systems.
It draws privacy-focused buyers, established professionals, and active retirees who want space without leaving the east side’s amenities — no commercial traffic, no through streets, a gated entrance. Homes are custom single-family builds with a minimum of 2,500 square feet, enclosed garages, and southwestern desert character; lots start at 3.3 acres, so no two properties feel alike.
Despite the name, there are no horses here — the CC&Rs prohibit horses, ponies, and mules. This is a custom-home enclave, not an equestrian one. The HOA maintains the private streets, entry gate, monuments, and common-area landscaping.
Single-family homes from 2,500 sq ft, southwestern character and enclosed garages.
Just 66 lots across 242 acres — among the largest inside Tucson’s urban boundary.
Controlled entry and maintained private roads deliver rare Tucson seclusion.
Saguaro National Park East next door, with Rincon and Catalina Mountain views.
Location
Neighborhood map
· North of Speedway Boulevard, between Tanque Verde Loop Road and Freeman Road; ~8 miles east of Houghton.
· ~20 min to the Saguaro National Park East visitor center; 25–35 min to TMC, Davis-Monthan AFB, and the University of Arizona.
Market data
The Wild Horse Ranch Estates market right now
A micro-market of just 66 homesites — inventory turns slowly and each sale moves the averages. Over the past 12 months, 3 homes closed for $2.49M total: average sold $830,000 ($286/sq ft), median $805,000 ($293/sq ft), ranging $760K–$925K. The 96.75% average list-to-sold ratio shows measured negotiation; marketing times run long (average 120 DOM), but well-priced homes moved fast — median just 40 days.
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12-month sold data · Jul 2025 – Jul 2026
| Wild Horse Ranch Estates | Bd | Ba | Sq Ft | List price | Sold price | Sold $/SqFt | Sold-to-list | DOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average | 3.5 | 3 | 3,051 | $900K | $865K | $283 | 96.09% | 161 |
| Median | 3.5 | 3 | 3,051 | $900K | $865K | $283 | 96.09% | 161 |
| Low | 3 | 3 | 3,001 | $849K | $805K | $268 | 94.82% | 33 |
| High | 4 | 3 | 3,101 | $950K | $925K | $298 | 97.37% | 289 |
2 closed · $1.73M volume · median $865,000 · Source: MLS of Southern Arizona
Getting there
Far east side, north of Speedway
On the north side of Speedway Boulevard, between Tanque Verde Loop Road and Freeman Road. From Houghton Road, head east on Speedway; past Tanque Verde Loop, the gated entrance is on your left — about 8 miles east of Houghton and ~20 minutes from the Saguaro National Park East visitor center. The community is gated; contact us to schedule a tour.
Schools
Served by Tanque Verde Unified (TVUSD)
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Junior High
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Signature amenity
Saguaro Park East at the back fence
The signature draw is gated seclusion paired with immediate adjacency to Saguaro National Park East. Residents step from 3+ acre lots straight into the Rincon Mountain District — miles of hiking, mountain biking, and trail riding.
Few Tucson subdivisions deliver private desert acreage with unobstructed Rincon and Catalina views this close to protected wilderness. It’s “out there” without being remote.
FAQ
Wild Horse Ranch Estates questions, answered
Is there an HOA?
Yes — the WHRE HOA manages the gated entry, private roads, common-area landscaping, and architectural standards (managed by Agave Management Solutions). Verify contacts via the resale package.
What ZIP code is it in?
Wild Horse Ranch Estates is in the 85748 ZIP code.
Are short-term rentals allowed?
The CC&Rs contain no explicit short-term-rental prohibition for the main residence, but guesthouse rental is prohibited. Verify current board rules before buying as an investment.
Can I keep horses or pets?
Household pets are permitted subject to leash and nuisance rules — but despite the name, horses, ponies, and mules are prohibited by the CC&Rs.
Are RVs and boats allowed?
Restricted — boats, campers, and RVs must be stored in an approved enclosed structure; only short-term loading is permitted.
What are the HOA dues?
Commonly reported at $90–$110/month, covering private road maintenance, gate operation, common landscaping, and monuments. Verify via the resale disclosure.
Who is it best for?
Buyers who prioritize privacy, space, and outdoor recreation — 66 homes on 3+ acre lots behind a gate, next to Saguaro National Park East, yet within 25 minutes of east-side services.
What's the vibe?
Quiet, private, and distinctly desert — more a collection of individual desert estates than a typical subdivision, with mountain views in multiple directions.
HOA & documents
Governed by the Wild Horse Ranch Estates HOA
The HOA maintains the gated entry, private roads, monuments, and common-area landscaping (managed by Agave Management Solutions). Dues run about $90–$110/month; governing documents come through the resale disclosure package. Horses, ponies, and mules are prohibited despite the name.
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