The Tatum Ranch Acreage Guide
The short version
At a glance
- Typical sold price range (2026 YTD)
- $1.0M to $1.5M
- Lot size range
- 0.5 to 1.0 acre
- Floor plan square footage
- 2,500 to 4,500
- School district
- CCUSD
What the Acreage subset actually is
Tatum Ranch Acreage refers to the larger-lot subset within the master Tatum Ranch community. Lots typically run 0.5 to 1 acre, compared to the 0.25 acre median across the rest of Tatum Ranch. The Acreage homes are clustered in specific portions of the master plan that were designed for larger lot configurations.
Construction is mixed: 1990s and 2000s homes dominate, with some newer custom builds. Floor plans run 2,500 to 4,500 sq ft typically, meaningfully larger than the standard Tatum Ranch product. Most homes have 3-car garages standard.
Critical clarification: 'Tatum Ranch Acreage' is NOT horse property. The Tatum Ranch HOA prohibits livestock on residential lots regardless of size. If horses are part of your plan, look at Stagecoach Pass, Mesquite Ranch, or the broader Cave Creek foothills, not Tatum Ranch Acreage.
Lot tier categories
0.5 to 0.6 acre lots (entry tier)
The most common Acreage configuration. Typically $1.0M to $1.2M. Three-car garage standard, 2,500 to 3,200 sq ft floor plan, mature landscaping. Best value in the Acreage subset for buyers who want some space but are not trying to spend $1.5M+.
0.7 to 0.85 acre lots (mid-tier)
Less common, typically $1.15M to $1.35M. Larger backyard footprint, often pool plus landscape mature buffer. Sweet spot for buyers who want the visual feel of acreage without the maintenance overhead of true 1+ acre.
Full 1-acre lots (premium tier)
Rare in Tatum Ranch, only a handful of true 1-acre Acreage parcels. Typically $1.3M to $1.5M+. Largest backyard footprint inside the master HOA. Best for buyers who specifically want the full acre but still inside Tatum Ranch's amenity-and-school package.
My honest take
Tatum Ranch Acreage is the right move for buyers who want some space inside the master-planned and CCUSD package without paying Cave Creek foothills custom-home prices. The lot delta from the standard 0.25 acre Tatum Ranch to the 0.5 to 1 acre Acreage subset is meaningful for buyers who want larger backyards, more privacy buffer, or pool plus landscape room.
It is the wrong move for buyers who actually need horse property, who want true rural character, or who want acreage without HOA constraints. Tatum Ranch HOA plus the broader Tatum Ranch Acreage CCRs apply on every lot regardless of size. For horses or true rural, the Cave Creek foothills, Stagecoach Pass, and Mesquite Ranch are the right answers.
After 24 years, my advice for prospective Acreage buyers: verify the actual lot size on county records before committing. Some Tatum Ranch listings advertise 'acreage' loosely and the actual parcel is closer to the 0.25 to 0.4 standard. Pull the Maricopa County Assessor record yourself or insist on the title company's parcel measurement during inspection.
Sources
Arizona Regional MLS (ARMLS) sold records, January to April 2026; Maricopa County Assessor parcel records; Tatum Ranch Community Association master HOA documents; Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD) state ratings.
Common questions
- Can I keep horses on a 1-acre Tatum Ranch Acreage lot?
- No. Tatum Ranch's master HOA prohibits livestock on residential lots regardless of size. If horses are part of your plan, you need to look outside Tatum Ranch: Stagecoach Pass, Mesquite Ranch, the Cave Creek foothills, or Tonto Hills.
- Why is the name spelled 'Acreage' here when other sites spell it 'Acerage'?
- 'Acreage' is the correct English spelling. Several competitor real estate sites have misspelled it as 'Acerage' on their Tatum Ranch sub-pages. We use the correct spelling, which also means buyers searching either spelling can find this page.
- How does the Acreage HOA compare to the standard Tatum Ranch HOA?
- Same master HOA, the Acreage subset is governed by the standard Tatum Ranch Community Association. No separate sub-HOA for the Acreage lots. Master dues run roughly $90/month. Architectural review applies for exterior changes; interior renovations typically do not require approval.
- Pool considerations on Acreage lots?
- Most Acreage lots have room for a pool plus landscape buffer; many existing Acreage homes have pools already installed. For new pool construction on a 0.5+ acre lot, factor $80K to $200K depending on size, finish, and rock features. HOA architectural review applies.
- Tatum Ranch Acreage vs. Cave Creek foothills custom on 1 to 2 acres?
- Tatum Ranch Acreage gets you master-planned amenity package and CCUSD schools at $1.0M to $1.5M. Cave Creek foothills custom 1 to 2 acre starts at $1.5M and runs to $4M+, no master HOA, dark skies, well/septic standard. Different buyer profile entirely. Tour both if you are weighing them.
- Can I keep horses on Tatum Ranch acreage?
- No. Even on the larger acreage lots, the Tatum Ranch HOA does not permit horses, which is the single most important thing to know if an equestrian setup is the goal. For horses, I would point you to Cave Creek's horse-zoned corridors instead. I confirm the HOA rules for any specific lot before you write.
- How much does a Tatum Ranch acreage home cost?
- The Tatum Ranch acreage subset offers meaningful lot sizes inside the master plan, and it tends to price below the Cave Creek foothills custom market. Where a home lands depends on the lot, the build, and condition. I can pull current comps for the specific parcels you are weighing.
- How big are the acreage lots in Tatum Ranch?
- These are the larger lots within Tatum Ranch, giving you more space than the typical master-plan home without leaving for the foothills. Exact lot sizes vary parcel to parcel, so I confirm the precise acreage and any easements for a given property before you commit.
- What do you get with Tatum Ranch acreage versus the Cave Creek foothills?
- You keep the master-planned amenity package and CCUSD schools while getting a larger lot, generally at a lower price than foothills custom homes. The trade is HOA structure, including no horses, versus the open, unrestricted character of the foothills. I compare both honestly so the choice is clear.
- Which school district serves Tatum Ranch acreage?
- The Tatum Ranch acreage area is in the Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD). School assignment goes by address and boundaries can shift, so for any specific home I confirm the current assigned schools with the district before you write.
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Jon Hegreness
REALTOR / Associate Broker · Howe Realty
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Full-time Phoenix North Valley REALTOR and Associate Broker with 24 years in Arizona residential real estate. A negotiator and problem solver who works the way you would want a friend in the business to work: direct, on your side, and steady through the parts that get complicated.