Own 5 Arizona Acres for $268 Down
W Sun Valley Dr : Yucca, AZ 86438
Mohave County, Arizona
Farm Description
Every month you keep waiting, you hand $268 to someone else and walk away with nothing. That same $268, starting this week, could lock in 5 private acres of Arizona desert in your name - with no bank, no credit check, and no landlord collecting on the other end.
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Imagine pulling off the highway on a Saturday - no HOA board with opinions, no neighbor 12 feet away, no alarm set for Monday. You step out onto your 5 acres in Mohave County and the Black Mountains are sitting on the horizon like they've been waiting for you. The desert air smells like creosote and possibility. You're not visiting this land. You own it.
Agriculture Residential zoning means you can build a site-built home, drop in a manufactured home, park an RV, or set up a tiny home - and no HOA board will ever call a meeting about it. You build what you want, when you're ready, on your own timeline.
At $268 a month, this land note runs less than most people's car payment - except when the car is paid off, it's worth less than the day you drove it off the lot. Land doesn't do that.
Most people say they'll buy land when the timing is better. The ones who already own land made a decision on a random Tuesday when it still felt a little early. Someday is just a slow no.
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Property Details
Size: 5 Acres
County / State: Mohave County, Az
Subdivision: Lake Havasu Ranchos Unit 2, Lot 49
Apn: 207-02-044
Elevation: 1,680 ft
Zoning: Agriculture Residential (Ar)
Access: Platted road access via S Aripine Rd (dirt)
Annual Taxes: $55.02/Year
HOA: None
Camping / RV: Permitted (up to 14 consecutive days)
GPS Center: 34.7291, -114.1251
Google Maps:
You can build: site-built home, manufactured home, tiny home, or permitted RV residence.
Nearby:
- Yucca, AZ - 19 min
- Lake Havasu City - 50 min
- London Bridge & Lake Havasu State Park - 48 min
- Las Vegas, NV - 2 hrs 9 min
Utilities: Well or cistern for water, septic for sewer, solar or run lines for power.
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Pricing & Terms
Cash Price: $17,999 + $250 non-refundable doc fee
Owner Financing - No Bank. No Credit Check. No Drama.
- Down Payment: $268 + $250 non-refundable doc fee
- Monthly Payment: $268/Month
- Term: 120 months
- No interest
- No prepayment penalties
- No credit check - everyone qualifies
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Location Benefits
Location is everything in real estate - and this property's position is
quietly exceptional. Situated in the southern stretch of Mohave County near
the Arizona-California border, you sit at the intersection of accessibility
and genuine escape. Two mountain ranges frame your horizon. The Colorado River
is a 30-minute drive. Las Vegas is under two hours away. Interstate 40 is
minutes from your driveway, giving you seamless east-west connectivity across
the entire American Southwest.
And yet - stand on this land and you'll hear nothing except wind moving through
creosote and the occasional hawk overhead. That combination of total seclusion
and total accessibility is what land buyers search for their entire lives and
rarely find.
Distance & Drive Times
• Colorado River: ~27 miles west - boating, kayaking, fishing,
waterfront recreation, and world-class bass
fishing on Lake Mohave
• Fort Mohave, AZ: ~20 miles - nearest full-service community,
Valley View Medical Center 24/7 Er,
Grocery stores, gas, and schools
• Bullhead City, AZ: ~30 miles south - city of 45,000+, hospital,
retail, lakefront parks, and the Colorado
River casino strip across from Laughlin
• Kingman, AZ (County Seat): ~38 miles northeast - Walmart, Home Depot,
Safeway, Kingman Regional Medical Center,
Historic Route 66, restaurants, and banking
• Needles, CA: ~40 miles west - California services and
Interstate 40 connectivity
• Laughlin, NV: ~55 miles - nine major resort-casinos,
60+ restaurants, live entertainment, outlet
shopping, and Colorado River recreation
• Lake Havasu City, AZ: ~60 miles south - London Bridge, waterfront
tourism, and 60+ miles of navigable waterways
• Interstate 40: Minutes away - seamless east/west travel
across the American Southwest
• Las Vegas, NV: ~100 miles north - world-class entertainment,
Harry Reid International Airport, major
hospitals, and professional sports
The Tri-State Advantage
Your property sits in one of the most uniquely positioned zones in the
American West: within easy reach of three states simultaneously. Arizona,
Nevada, and California all fall within a 90-minute drive, giving you access
to three distinct tax environments, three healthcare systems, three sets of
entertainment and recreation corridors, and the ability to leverage the best
each state offers - from Nevada's no-income-tax advantage to California's
coastal escapes to Arizona's wide-open land freedom.
This is the rarest combination in desert land ownership: total rural seclusion
with genuine multi-state urban proximity. You're not sacrificing convenience
for freedom - you're claiming both simultaneously.
Property Features
Five acres is not just a number - it's a lifestyle. It's enough space for a
custom home, a guest casita, a workshop, an RV pad, a garden, and a fire pit
under stars so sharp they look carved. It's enough space that you'll never
feel cramped, never see a neighbor's window from your porch, never hear anyone
else's alarm clock. It's enough space to breathe.
Terrain & Build Conditions
• Flat to gently sloping desert terrain - ideal for construction without
expensive grading or land preparation costs
• Undeveloped and pristine - a true blank canvas ready for your specific
vision, whether that's a single cabin or a full compound
• Creosote, mesquite, and native Mojave Desert vegetation provide natural
beauty, windbreaks, and habitat character throughout the parcel
• Dry, stable desert soil structure suitable for residential foundations,
alternative energy installation, and agricultural cultivation
• Not in a Fema flood zone - build with confidence, no flood insurance
required, no seasonal flooding concerns
• Elevated position provides natural drainage and elevated desert views
• Natural terrain features create wind protection for strategic building
placement and energy efficiency
Sky & Light
• 290+ days of sunshine annually - one of the highest solar resource
ratings in the continental United States, superior to Phoenix
• Bortle Class 3 dark skies - the Milky Way stretches across your nightly
ceiling in full clarity, invisible to over 80% of Americans living
under urban light pollution
• Mountain backdrop views in every direction - the Black Mountains to the
west and the Hualapai range to the east create a dramatic 360-Degree
Visual frame around your property
• Desert sunsets here aren't a cliché - they're a nightly event: bands
of violet, orange, and crimson painted across a sky that belongs entirely
to you
• Minimal humidity year-round - the dry desert air is the reason snowbirds,
retirees, and off-grid builders have been migrating here for generations
Freedom & Flexibility
• Zero HOA restrictions - bring your RV, your tiny home, your container
build, your shipping container retreat, your vision
• No time limit to build - develop at your own pace, on your own schedule
• Agriculture Residential (A-R) zoning supports residential homes, farming,
cultivation, livestock, and a wide range of land uses
• Mobile home and manufactured home friendly - affordable, fast-track living
options welcomed under county A-R zoning
• Power poles present on neighboring lot - the infrastructure network is
nearby and expanding as the corridor grows
Recreational Opportunities
The word "recreational" doesn't begin to cover what surrounds this property.
You are sitting at the edge of one of the most activity-rich corridors in
the American Southwest - where desert, mountain, river, and lake converge
within a single afternoon's drive. The outdoor lifestyle here isn't a weekend
hobby. It's a daily practice.
Water Recreation - The Colorado River Corridor
The Colorado River is your western neighbor. Twenty-seven miles separates
your property from one of the great recreational waterways of the American
West, and what awaits there is extraordinary.
• Lake Mohave - a stunning 67-mile-long reservoir stretching from Davis Dam
north toward Hoover Dam, offering world-class fishing for striped bass,
largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout, and catfish in
crystal-clear water of exceptional quality
• Lake Mead National Recreation Area - nearly 1.5 million acres of
federally protected waterfront wilderness, the largest reservoir in the
United States by volume, offering houseboating, water skiing, scuba
diving, kayaking, and backcountry camping
• Katherine Landing Marina - a full-service marina on Lake Mohave with
boat ramps, RV campground with hookups, a restaurant, a store, and
boat rentals; the premier launching point for Lake Mohave adventures
• Willow Beach Marina - on the Arizona side of Lake Mohave, offering
additional boat ramps, campground facilities, and some of the most
spectacular canyon scenery on the entire lower Colorado River
• Davis Camp Park (Bullhead City) - one of Arizona's largest riverside
parks at 300 acres, featuring lighted athletic fields, tennis and
pickleball courts, disc golf, an extensive beach, a dog park, a skate
park, a boat launch, and RV camping
• The Colorado River shoreline itself - boating, jet skiing, paddleboarding,
kayaking, tubing, and waterfront camping across dozens of public access
points from Bullhead City to Needles
• Lake Havasu City - 60 miles of navigable waterways including famous
Copper Canyon, the Bill Williams National Wildlife Refuge, and the
picturesque Topock Gorge; home to the relocated London Bridge
• World-class bass fishing - the Colorado River system is legendary among
tournament anglers for largemouth and striped bass; multiple free public
fishing piers operate in Bullhead City and Lake Havasu City
Land-Based Adventure
• Thousands of acres of Blm-Managed public land surrounding the property -
directly accessible for hiking, ATV riding, off-road exploration,
rockhounding for turquoise and petrified wood, and primitive camping
• The AZ PeaceTrail - a 675-Mile multi-use OHV trail system spanning
Mohave and La Paz counties through some of Arizona's most dramatic
desert terrain; the Bullhead-Kingman-Oatman corridor is a key hub
• Hualapai Mountain Park - a 2,300-Acre sky island oasis just 38 miles
northeast in Kingman, featuring 10+ miles of hiking trails through
pine forest, cool mountain temperatures dramatically different from
the valley floor, camping facilities, and panoramic desert views
• Cerbat Foothills Recreation Area - the Monolith Garden Trail system
near Kingman offers 8.5 miles of interconnected loops through volcanic
rock formations, with mountain biking, trail running, and wildlife
viewing for all skill levels
• Grapevine Canyon - near Laughlin, this slot canyon shelters one of
Arizona's most significant collections of ancient Native American
petroglyphs, accessible by a moderate 1.5-Mile round-trip hike
• The Historic Mojave Road - the legendary 140-Mile 4WD route across the
Mojave Desert National Preserve, tracing the historic wagon road from
Fort Mohave on the Colorado River to the Mojave River; a multi-day
4-wheel-drive adventure through ghost towns, lava fields, and desert
wilderness
• Lake View Trail - a 4.7-Mile moderate hike on the southern end of
Lake Mohave offering dramatic cove views and end-point access to
Telephone Cove; a local favorite for sunrise hikes
• Stargazing from your own campsite under Bortle Class 3 dark skies -
no light pollution, no crowds, no admission fee; just the Milky Way
from horizon to horizon and a sky that belongs entirely to you
Golf Courses Nearby
• Los Lagos Golf Club (Fort Mohave) - a Ted Robinson Sr. Signature Golf
Course, the newest and most prestigious course in the area, built on
a community featuring man-made lakes and mountain views
• El Rio Country Club (Mohave Valley) - an 18-hole championship golf
course in a gated community setting with full amenities
• Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course (Kingman) - an 18-hole public course with
panoramic mountain backdrop views just minutes from downtown Kingman
• Multiple Laughlin and Bullhead City golf facilities within 55 miles
Casino Entertainment Corridor
• Laughlin, NV River Strip - ~55 miles: nine major hotel-casinos
including Don Laughlin's Riverside Resort, the Aquarius, Harrah's,
Golden Nugget, and Colorado Belle; more than 60 restaurants, a
34-lane bowling center, two museums, live entertainment venues, an
outlet shopping mall, and a riverfront walkway connecting them all
• Spirit Mountain Casino (Fort Mohave Indian Tribe) - ~20 miles:
slots, table games, and the Mesquite Grill restaurant; tribal
enterprise of the Pipa Aha Macav people
• AVI Resort & Casino (Nevada side, Fort Mohave) - family-friendly
gaming with a sandy Colorado River beach, a food court, a movie
theater, and an arcade; one of the most popular riverside casinos
in the tri-state area
• Las Vegas, NV - ~100 miles: the world's entertainment capital for
when nothing less will do
Land Use Possibilities
Agriculture Residential zoning in Mohave County is one of the most flexible
and builder-friendly zoning classifications in the state of Arizona. It is
designed for people who want to live fully - not just exist inside a
rulebook. Here is what becomes possible the moment this land is yours:
Residential Development
• Custom site-built home - design your ideal desert residence from
the ground up, tailored to your exact lifestyle
• Tiny home - permanent or semi-permanent structure; go minimalist
in the most breathtaking setting imaginable without HOA interference
• Mobile home or manufactured home - a fast, affordable path to
full-time desert living; permitted under A-R zoning with county
permits
• RV as primary or temporary residence - permitted annually with
a required septic system and county permit renewal; the perfect
arrangement while you plan and build your permanent structure
• Off-grid compound - solar arrays, wind turbines, a well, a cistern,
battery storage: complete energy and water independence from day one
• Guest casita or family compound - build your main home now, add a
second structure for family members, short-term rental income, or
a private artist's studio later
• Container home or modular construction - growing in popularity
across Mohave County for their speed, cost-efficiency, and striking
desert aesthetic
Agricultural & Cultivation Uses
• Farming and cultivation - A-R zoning explicitly permits personal
agricultural endeavors and small-scale commercial cultivation
• Livestock - horses, goats, chickens, cattle, and other domestic
animals are all permitted on A-R zoned parcels
• Desert garden - raised beds, greenhouse structures, drip-irrigated
garden plots, and native plant cultivation thrive in this climate
• Hobby farm or working farm - small-scale farming for personal
consumption or local farmers market sales
• Beekeeping - wildflower-rich desert terrain supports honey
production with minimal startup cost
• Orchard - citrus, pomegranate, fig, and date trees all produce
abundantly in Arizona's desert climate with proper irrigation
Recreational & Investment Uses
• Private campground or campsite - establish a personal retreat
and host friends, family, or paying guests year-round
• Weekend warrior base camp - a permanent launching pad for Colorado
River adventures, desert off-roading, Laughlin casino weekends,
and Las Vegas day trips
• Land banking investment - hold and appreciate as Mohave County's
population and infrastructure demand continue to grow steadily
• Alternative energy development - solar farm or wind installation
in one of America's highest-yield solar corridors; Fort Mohave
is already home to a 200+ acre commercial photovoltaic solar plant
• Vacation rental / glamping site - Arizona's 46+ million annual
overnight visitors create strong demand for unique rural
accommodation experiences
• Photography and art retreat - the light quality, the mountain
backdrops, and the night sky make this one of the most visually
compelling rural properties in the Southwest
Community Overview
The Mohave Valley and Fort Mohave corridor is one of the most quietly
compelling rural communities in the American Southwest. It exists in that
rare sweet spot between genuine frontier independence and modern convenience
- a place where neighbors wave, land is still affordable, and the nearest
major city is within practical reach without defining your day-to-day life.
This is not a subdivision with cookie-cutter homes and matching mailboxes.
This is rural, unincorporated Mohave County - where each property owner
gets to define what "home" means on their own terms. The community is built
around freedom, self-reliance, and a deep respect for each other's space
and vision. People here come from everywhere and stay forever.
Fort Mohave Community Profile
Fort Mohave is the most populous unincorporated community in Mohave County
and one of the fastest-growing desert communities in the American Southwest.
Its population has nearly doubled since 2000 - from 8,919 to 16,190
Residents as of the 2020 census - driven by an influx of retirees, remote
workers, and families escaping the cost and congestion of Las Vegas,
Phoenix, and Southern California. Many of Fort Mohave's neighborhoods are
built around man-made lakes, championship golf courses, and mesas with
uninterrupted mountain views. It is a community that takes its quality of
life seriously.
Nearest Communities & Services
• Fort Mohave, AZ (~20 miles): The closest full-service community -
Valley View Medical Center, elementary and charter schools, grocery
stores, gas stations, restaurants, Mojave Crossing Event Center
(the largest indoor event venue within 90 miles), Los Lagos Golf
Club, Spirit Mountain Casino, and a growing commercial corridor
along Highway 95
• Bullhead City, AZ (~30 miles south): Full-service city of 45,000+
Residents with hospitals, regional retail centers, lakefront parks,
Davis Camp Park (300 acres of riverside recreation), and direct
water taxi access to Laughlin's casino and entertainment complex
across the Colorado River
• Kingman, AZ - County Seat (~38 miles northeast): The administrative
and commercial hub of Mohave County, home to Walmart, Home Depot,
Safeway, Kingman Regional Medical Center, the iconic Historic Route
66 corridor, Mohave Community College, the Mohave Museum of History
& Arts, restaurants, banks, and all essential services
• Needles, CA (~40 miles west): Cross-border convenience - fuel,
groceries, Interstate 40 services, and California amenities a
short drive across the Colorado River bridge
Healthcare
• Valley View Medical Center (Fort Mohave, ~20 miles): An 84-bed
acute care facility with a 24/7 emergency room staffed by emergency
physicians and nurses, surgical services, imaging, laboratory,
rehabilitation, a certified Chest Pain Center, and a Primary Stroke
Center - serving the tri-state area of Arizona, Nevada, and California.
86% of patients recommend it. (5330 South Highway 95, Fort Mohave)
• Kingman Regional Medical Center (~38 miles): Full-service regional
hospital providing a comprehensive range of specialist services,
surgical suites, and a Level IV Trauma Center designation
• Laughlin, NV medical facilities (~55 miles): Additional healthcare
options across the Nevada state line for tri-state residents
Schools
• Mohave Valley Elementary School District: Serving the Fort Mohave
and Mohave Valley area with Fort Mojave Elementary School and
Camp Mohave Elementary School
• Colorado River Union High School District: High school education
serving the Fort Mohave corridor
• Young Scholar's Academy: Public charter school serving the community
• Mohave Community College (Kingman, ~38 miles): Two-year college
offering associate degrees, vocational training, and workforce
development programs
Events & Culture
• Mojave Crossing Event Center: The largest indoor event venue within
90 miles, hosting concerts, trade shows, and community events
• Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Cultural Celebration: Annual event featuring
traditional dances, music, food, and crafts from the Pipa Aha Macav
people - one of the most genuine cultural experiences in the region
• Route 66 Fun Run: Annual classic car event running along Historic
Route 66 from Seligman through Kingman to Topock/Golden Shores,
drawing enthusiasts from across the country
• Mohave County Fair: Traditional county fair featuring livestock
shows, exhibits, carnival rides, and local entertainment
• Colorado River Tube Float: Annual floating event celebrating the
region's river culture and community identity
Climate & Terrain
The Mohave Desert doesn't just look dramatic - it performs. Every season
delivers something distinct, and this property sits in the climate corridor
that made the entire lower Colorado River valley one of the most coveted
retirement and recreation destinations in the American West.
Four-Season Desert Living
• Spring (March-May): The desert's renaissance. Wildflower carpets
transform the valley floor; temperatures climb from the 60s to
the mid-80s°F; the air carries the scent of creosote after the
season's first rains. Perfect construction weather, perfect camping
weather, perfect everything weather.
• Summer (June-August): The desert earns its reputation. Daytime
highs reach 100-110°F - which is precisely why you'll be spending
your days 27 miles west on the Colorado River or heading north
to the cool pines of Hualapai Mountain Park at 7,000 feet elevation.
Desert summers aren't endured here; they're navigated. The sunsets
alone are worth it.
• Fall (September-November): The desert's golden hour. Temperatures
drop to perfect 75-90°F days with cool nights in the 50s-60s°F.
The quality of light shifts - everything looks sharper, more vivid.
River recreation is at its best. Camping season peaks. This is the
season that converts visitors into permanent residents.
• Winter (December-February): The snowbird revelation. Daytime highs
of 55-70°F under near-constant sunshine while the rest of the country
shovels snow. Mild nights. Low humidity. Zero ice. No heating
emergency. This is why 16,000+ people live in Fort Mohave, and why
more arrive every year.
Climate Advantages
• 290+ sunny days annually - significantly outperforming the national
average of 205 sunny days per year; more sunshine than Phoenix
• Low humidity year-round - desert air averages 20-30% humidity,
making even summer temperatures more tolerable than coastal or
Southeastern equivalents; no mold, mildew, or moisture damage concerns
• Stable, dry atmosphere - ideal for solar panel efficiency, well pump
longevity, building material durability, and electronics performance
• Average annual precipitation: 4-6 inches - one of the driest zones
in the United States, eliminating flooding, foundation moisture,
and drainage infrastructure costs
• No Fema flood zone risk - build anywhere on the parcel with
complete confidence in your investment
Geological Foundation
• The property sits on the stable geological base of the Mohave Desert
- ancient compressed alluvial deposits that have been geologically
stable for millions of years
• Flat terrain means no erosion risk, no slope failure concerns, and
straightforward foundation engineering for any structure type
• Desert hardpan and sandy loam composition provides excellent
drainage for septic systems and is forgiving for below-grade
utility installations
Local Wildlife
The Mojave Desert is one of the most misunderstood ecosystems in North
America. To the untrained eye it looks empty - a silent, sun-baked
monochrome. To those who live here, it teems with life, diversity, and
behavior of extraordinary complexity. The wildlife on and around your
property will reveal itself slowly, generously, and endlessly - but only
to those who choose to pay attention.
Desert Mammals
• Desert Tortoise (Gopherus agassizii): A slow, armored neighbor that
has lived in this desert for an estimated 20 million years; a rare
honor to observe and a protected species that coexists peacefully
with respectful landowners
• Coyotes: Their evening chorus - a layered, haunting harmonic across
the valley - is one of the most distinctly Western sounds on the
continent; packs establish territory and hold it year after year
• Jackrabbits and Cottontails: Dawn and dusk regulars visible from
your porch; jackrabbits are particularly striking - their enormous
ears serve as natural air conditioners in the desert heat
• Mule Deer: Seasonal visitors along washes and desert scrub corridors,
particularly active during dawn and dusk in cooler months
• Kit Fox: One of the desert's most elusive and charming nocturnal
hunters - small, enormous-eared, and perfectly adapted to desert
survival
• Bobcat: Rarely seen but present in the territory; an apex predator
of quiet competence and extraordinary grace
• Pronghorn Antelope: North America's fastest land animal at 60+ mph,
occasionally spotted on desert flats near the property
Desert Birds
• Greater Roadrunner: The desert's most entertaining ground bird -
fast, bold, and completely indifferent to human presence; a daily
visitor across much of Mohave County
• Red-Tailed Hawks and Golden Eagles: Soaring thermal riders that
patrol your airspace daily, hunting with precision from 100+ feet
of altitude
• Gambel's Quail: The Southwest's most endearing bird family - a
covey of 10-20 birds crossing your land at dawn, led by a male
with an absurd topknot, is one of the desert's greatest daily
pleasures
• Elf Owl: The world's smallest owl, nesting in saguaro cavities
and emerging at dusk to hunt insects with aerobatic precision
• Gila Woodpecker, Cactus Wren, and Vermilion Flycatcher: Color
bursts of desert birdlife for the naturalist in you
• Bighorn Sheep: Spotted in the Black Mountains visible from your
property; these cliff-navigating athletes are a symbol of the
Mojave's wildness
Colorado River Wildlife Corridor
Within 27 miles of your property, the Colorado River supports one of
the most species-rich wildlife corridors in the American Southwest:
• Great Blue Herons: Standing sentinel along the riverbank at dawn,
motionless and majestic
• Osprey: Precision divers hunting fish from height with remarkable
accuracy over Lake Mohave
• Bald Eagles: Winter visitors along the river corridor, drawn by
the fish populations and thermal conditions
• American White Pelicans and Sandhill Cranes: Spectacular migratory
species that use the Colorado River as a Pacific Flyway corridor
• Largemouth Bass, Striped Bass, Rainbow Trout, and Catfish: The
angler's Colorado River - world-class fish populations in
cold, clear water
Historical Context
The ground beneath this property carries centuries of American history -
multiple civilizations, multiple chapters of conquest and resilience,
and the full arc of the Western American story. You're not just buying
land. You're becoming a steward of a landscape that has witnessed more
human drama per square mile than almost anywhere in the continental West.
The Pipa Aha Macav: People By The River
Before the United States was a country, before Spain laid claim to
the desert Southwest, the Pipa Aha Macav - "People by the River" -
had been living in this corridor for thousands of years. Their name
gave the world "Mojave" (and its anglicized spelling "Mohave"). They
were accomplished farmers along the Colorado River banks, cultivating
maize, beans, squash, and other crops using sophisticated irrigation
techniques that turned desert into productive agricultural land.
The first known European to encounter them was Spanish explorer Melchor
Díaz in 1540, who documented a large, thriving population of people he
found remarkable for their stature, their farming, and their connection
to the river.
Their descendants - the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe - remain a sovereign
nation today, headquartered just miles from this property in the
Mohave Valley. Their Spirit Mountain Casino, Huukan Golf Club, Mojave
Resort Golf Club, and AVI Resort & Casino (Nevada side) are tribal
enterprises that welcome the public while funding education, healthcare,
and cultural preservation programs for the Pipa Aha Macav people.
The Ancient Geoglyphs: A Wonder Of The Western World
Just west of your property's location, along the Fort Mohave bluffs
overlooking the Colorado River, lie the Fort Mojave Twins - a pair
of ancient ground-drawings (geoglyphs) depicting large human figures.
This stretch of the Mojave Desert along the Colorado River is believed
to be the only site in North America where ancient ground-drawings
can still be seen in their original location. Accessible from I-95
Heading west on Gardena Road, these geoglyphs represent a connection
to human history stretching back thousands of years - and they are
visible within 20 miles of your front door.
Fort Mohave: The Military Chapter
In 1859, Lieutenant Colonel William Hoffman established Camp Colorado
(later renamed Fort Mohave) on the eastern bank of the Colorado River
at Beale's Crossing, at the head of the Mohave Valley. Its strategic
position secured the Beale Wagon Road - the critical east-west route
for emigrants, miners, and mail carriers pushing toward California.
The fort was later commanded by Captain Lewis A. Armistead, who ended
a period of conflict with the Mohave people in the summer of 1859.
During the Civil War, the garrison was temporarily withdrawn to secure
Los Angeles; it was reactivated by California Infantry volunteers and
remained an active U.S. Army post until 1890, when it was transferred
to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. The ruins of the fort are still visible
on the bluff overlooking the Colorado River, just south of present-day
Bullhead City.
Beale's Wagon Road
Lieutenant Edward Fitzgerald Beale surveyed the wagon road that became
the main artery of westward migration through this territory - the road
that Fort Mohave was built to protect. It was also the route of one of
history's stranger experiments: in 1857, Beale used a caravan of 25
Camels (imported from the Middle East by the U.S. Army) to test their
viability as desert pack animals along the route. The camels performed
admirably; the experiment was abandoned only when the Civil War
redirected military priorities. The route Beale surveyed ultimately
became the alignment for Interstate 40, the same highway that provides
your property's regional connectivity today.
Historic Route 66
Thirty-Eight miles to the northeast, Kingman stands as one of the
best-preserved segments of Historic Route 66 - the "Mother Road"
immortalized by John Steinbeck in The Grapes of Wrath and by Bobby
Troup's song. The highway carried Depression-era families west toward
California's promise, and then carried the entire mid-century American
road-trip culture for three decades. The Route 66 Museum in downtown
Kingman documents this chapter through vintage vehicles, period
memorabilia, and interactive exhibits. Kingman native Andy Devine,
the beloved Hollywood character actor, is honored throughout the
community, including at the Mohave Museum of History & Arts.
Mining Heritage & Minerals
The surrounding Mohave County mountains contain some of Arizona's
most historically significant mining districts. The Chloride Mining
District - the state's oldest continuously inhabited mining town,
established in the 1860S just 20 miles north of Kingman - produced
significant quantities of silver, turquoise, and other minerals
through the early 20th century. The Oatman Mining District, an hour
from your property, produced an estimated $36 million in gold between
1902 and 1942. Mohave County's mining heritage is a living part of
the landscape: turquoise, petrified wood, agate, jasper, and
obsidian can still be found across BLM lands with a good eye and
a respectful hand.
Oatman Ghost Town
One hour from your property: Oatman, one of Arizona's most beloved
historic mining communities, where wild burros roam the main street
(descendants of pack animals turned loose when the mines closed),
vintage saloons serve cold drinks under tin ceilings, gold-rush-era
storefronts house artisan shops, and staged gunfights on weekends
bring the Old West to life for visitors from around the world.
Clark Gable and Carole Lombard spent their honeymoon night at the
Oatman Hotel in 1939. The building still stands. The room is still
talked about.
Investment Potential
"The best investment on Earth is earth." - Louis Glickman
Arizona land is not sitting still. Mohave County has been one of the most
consistently active land markets in the American Southwest for the past
decade - and the numbers tell an unambiguous story of momentum.
The Data Case For Action
• Mohave County land values rose 32% over the past five years, driven
by spillover demand from Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Southern California
as remote work and retirement migration permanently shift settlement
patterns away from high-cost metro cores
• Mohave Valley home prices increased 79.1% in a single year through
February 2025, with a median sale price of $420,000 - an area
where land ownership is still accessible at a fraction of urban
equivalents
• Fort Mohave's population nearly doubled since 2000 - from 8,919
To 16,190 residents - making it the fastest-growing unincorporated
community in Mohave County, with no signs of deceleration
• Arizona welcomed 46+ million overnight visitors in 2024, generating
$30+ billion in direct tourism spending; the state's outdoor recreation
and lifestyle appeal continues to attract new residents and investors
at scale
• Arizona is identified by the National Association of Realtors as
projecting 15-25% home value appreciation over the next five years
nationwide, with rural Arizona markets positioned to outperform
due to inventory constraints and population inflow
• Fort Mohave is already home to a 200+ acre commercial photovoltaic
solar generating plant - one of the largest in the region - built
east of Vanderslice Road in 2013. This is infrastructure investment
that signals long-term confidence in the corridor.
Why This Specific Property Appreciates
• Minimal carrying cost: At $55.02/Year in taxes - less than $5 per
month - you can hold this land indefinitely while values climb
without financial pressure
• No HOA, no restrictions: Maximum development flexibility means
maximum buyer appeal when you choose to sell - the widest possible
future buyer pool
• Zoning depth: Agriculture Residential (A-R) opens the door to
residential development, farming, cultivation, livestock, and
alternative energy uses - significantly wider than standard
residential zoning
• Infrastructure proximity: Power poles already on neighboring lots,
and I-40 access nearby dramatically improves future development
economics and buyer demand
• Alternative energy future: With 290+ annual sunny days and consistent
desert wind patterns, this parcel sits squarely in the path of
Arizona's accelerating solar and wind energy boom
• Recreational premium: Land within 30 miles of the Colorado River
corridor commands a consistent, growing waterfront-access premium
driven by rising demand for outdoor recreation properties
• Tri-state positioning: Properties accessible from three states
draw from three distinct buyer pools - a structural advantage
that standard single-state rural properties cannot replicate
The Cost Of Waiting
At $55.02/Year in property taxes, holding this land while you decide
costs you $4.59 per month. The cost of inaction - watching Mohave
County's 32% five-year appreciation compound forward without you -
is measured in tens of thousands of dollars and the quiet frustration
of having seen the opportunity and not moved.
Utilities & Infrastructure
Off-grid isn't a limitation here - it's a lifestyle upgrade. Mohave County
has some of the best natural conditions for off-grid living in the United
States: the most sunshine, consistent wind, minimal rainfall (meaning no
roof load complications), and a community culture that has embraced energy
independence for decades. Here is everything you need to know:
Power
• Power poles exist on a neighboring lot - the utility infrastructure
network is in the area; coordinate connection with Mohave Electric
Cooperative (Mec) or UniSource Energy Services for grid tie-in
details and cost estimates
• Solar - Primary Recommendation: With 290+ sunny days per year, this
parcel has exceptional photovoltaic yield potential. Arizona ranks
among the nation's top three states for solar energy production.
Entry-level residential solar kits start around $2,500-$5,000 for
a modest off-grid system; full residential systems capable of
powering a 1,500+ sq ft home run $15,000-$35,000 installed with
battery storage. Fort Mohave itself hosts a 200+ acre commercial
solar plant, affirming the corridor's exceptional solar viability.
• Wind energy: The desert corridor between the Black and Hualapai
Mountains creates consistent prevailing wind patterns - small
turbine systems averaging 10-15 mph winds are viable supplemental
sources; combined solar/wind systems are the gold standard for
off-grid desert resilience
• Generator backup: Propane or gasoline generators are the standard
off-grid supplement across Mohave County; propane delivery
service covers the entire area regularly
Water
• Well drilling - The Permanent Solution: The Mohave Valley area has
proven groundwater access; contact the Arizona Department of Water
Resources and Mohave County for current well logs and average depth
data in this specific parcel zone before drilling. Well drilling
costs typically run $25-$45 per foot in this region.
• Haul & cistern system - Ideal For Early Use: A budget-friendly
alternative for weekend retreats, RV stays, or the initial phase
of development. A 500-Gallon trailer-mounted tank can be filled
in Kingman, Fort Mohave, or Bullhead City at minimal cost and
provides weeks of water for two people at conservation levels.
• Rainwater collection: Legal in Arizona - above-ground storage tanks
and guttered rooftop collection systems are widely used across
rural Mohave County as supplemental water sources
Sewer
• Septic system installation is required for any permanent residential
occupancy - standard and well-understood practice throughout
unincorporated Mohave County; costs typically run $4,000-$8,000
For a conventional system on a 5-acre parcel
• A percolation (perc) test is recommended prior to septic design
to confirm soil drainage characteristics and system sizing
• Composting toilet systems are a viable and increasingly popular
interim or permanent alternative for off-grid homes and cabins;
accepted in Arizona with appropriate county permit
Communications
• Cellular service: Multiple carriers provide service in the Mohave
Valley area; verify your specific carrier's coverage for the Gps
Coordinates 34.72905, -114.1251 before finalizing purchase
• Starlink satellite internet: SpaceX's Starlink service provides
reliable high-speed broadband across the Mohave Valley area with
typical download speeds of 100-200 Mbps - enabling full remote
work capability from a desert homestead without compromise
Road Access
• W Sun Valley Dr. provides dirt road access to the property - a
well-established rural road type throughout unincorporated Mohave
County. Future road improvement is a realistic cost item for buyers
planning year-round primary residence use; gravel surfacing
typically costs $1,500-$4,000 for a private driveway approach.
Zoning & Building Information
Mohave County's Agriculture Residential (A-R) zone is one of Arizona's most
builder-friendly designations for rural residential land. The County's
Development Services Department is accessible and straightforward to work
with. Here is a complete breakdown of exactly what you can do:
What A-R Zoning Permits
• Single-family residential homes - site-built, manufactured, or modular
construction all permitted
• Mobile home placement - permitted with appropriate county building
and installation permits
• Manufactured/modular homes - full placement and permanent installation
permitted under A-R zoning
• Domestic livestock - horses, cattle, goats, pigs, chickens, and
other animals; A-R zoning is specifically designed to accommodate
personal agricultural endeavors including animal husbandry
• Personal agricultural activities - farming, cultivation, gardening,
crop growing, orchards, and hobby farm operations
• Accessory structures - garages, workshops, storage barns, stables,
greenhouses, and equipment sheds
• RV as temporary residence - permitted annually with required septic
system installation and county permit renewal (typically renewable
each year)
• Off-grid energy systems - solar panels, wind turbines, and battery
storage are encouraged and widely used throughout the county
Rv And Camping Regulations
• Short-term camping is permitted on private A-R zoned land; for
extended stays and permanent RV residence, a county permit and
septic system are required
• Many buyers use RV residence while planning and building their
permanent structure - contact Mohave County Development Services
at for the current RV permit process and timeline
Building Process
• Building permits: Required through Mohave County Development
Services for all permanent structures; contact
Or visit Mohave County's online permit portal
• Septic/on-site wastewater permit: Required from Mohave County
Environmental Services before any residential occupancy
• Well permit: Required through Arizona Department of Water Resources
(ADWR) before drilling; review the Adwr well registry for
neighboring well data in this area
• Setback requirements: Verify current front, side, and rear setbacks
with Mohave County Planning & Zoning at before
placing structures
• No minimum parcel build-by date under A-R zoning - develop at
your own pace, on your own schedule, with no county-imposed
construction deadline
County Contacts For Due Diligence
• Mohave County Development Services:
• Mohave County Planning & Zoning Division:
• Mohave County Flood Division:
• Mohave County Assessor (tax questions):
• Arizona Dept. of Water Resources (well permits): Mohave Electric Cooperative (power): is responsible for verifying all current county requirements and
confirming permitted uses for their intended purpose prior to closing.
Seller makes no warranties or representations about what can be built
or done with the property. Buyer should conduct thorough due diligence.
Nearby Attractions & Amenities
Forget expensive vacations. When you own this land, world-class attractions
are your neighbors - and your weekends will fill themselves effortlessly.
Natural Wonders
• Lake Mohave (Katherine Landing, ~27 miles): 67 miles of pristine
reservoir within Lake Mead NRA - a full-service marina with boat
ramps, RV campground with hookups, a restaurant, a store, and
launch facilities; some of the clearest water on the lower Colorado
River system; exceptional striped bass and rainbow trout fishery
• Lake Mead National Recreation Area (north, ~40 miles): The largest
reservoir in the United States by volume; nearly 1.5 million acres
of federally protected recreation land including the Black Canyon
Water Trail (a world-class kayak and canoe route), Hoover Dam tours,
houseboating, scuba diving, and backcountry desert camping
• Hualapai Mountain Park (~38 miles, Kingman): A 2,300-Acre sky
island park rising to 8,417 feet - pine forests, 10+ miles of
maintained hiking trails, dramatic mountain vistas, a campground,
picnic areas, and temperatures dramatically cooler than the valley;
a genuine high-altitude escape within an hour's drive
• Colorado River (~27 miles west): One of the West's great rivers;
public boat launches at multiple points between Needles and
Bullhead City for motorized and non-motorized watercraft, shoreline
fishing access, and wildlife viewing
• Grand Canyon West Rim & Skywalk (~100 miles north): The glass-
bottomed walkway extending over the canyon rim on Hualapai Nation
land - a genuine natural wonder accessible as a day trip;
helicopter tours, river rafting at the base, and the sky-walk
experience all available from the West Rim
• Grapevine Canyon Petroglyphs (~55 miles, near Laughlin): Ancient
Native American rock carvings in a slot canyon setting; one of the
most accessible and significant petroglyph sites in Arizona
Historic Sites & Culture
• Historic Route 66 (Kingman, ~38 miles): America's most iconic
highway runs through downtown Kingman - browse the Route 66
Museum, walk the historic business district, eat at a classic
diner, and drive the preserved stretches of the Mother Road
toward Seligman or Oatman
• Mohave Museum of History & Arts (Kingman, ~38 miles): Exhibits
covering Native American cultures, mining history, Route 66,
Pioneer life, and the region's diverse heritage - one of the
Southwest's most comprehensive small-city museums
• Oatman Ghost Town (~55 miles): Wild burros, gold-rush-era
saloons, staged gunfights, artisan shops, and the hotel where
Clark Gable and Carole Lombard honeymooned in 1939 - a genuine
piece of the American West preserved in amber
• Chloride, AZ (~30 miles from Kingman): Arizona's oldest
continuously inhabited mining town with preserved historic
buildings, outdoor murals by artist Roy Purcell, a small
museum, and a genuine ghost-town atmosphere without
the tourist-trap commercialization
• Fort Mohave Geoglyphs (~20 miles west): The Fort Mojave Twins -
ancient ground-drawings visible from the bluffs overlooking the
Colorado River; the only site in North America where such
geoglyphs remain in their original desert location
• Fort Mohave Historic Site: The ruins of the 1859 U.S. Army fort
on the bluff above the Colorado River - visible and accessible
near present-day Bullhead City as a state-managed historic site
Entertainment & Services
• Laughlin, NV River Casino Strip (~55 miles): Nine major resort-
casinos - Don Laughlin's Riverside, Aquarius, Harrah's, Golden
Nugget, Colorado Belle, Edgewater, Pioneer Club, Golden Nugget,
and Tropicana - plus 60+ restaurants, a 34-lane bowling center,
two museums, live entertainment venues, an outlet shopping mall,
a riverfront walkway, and water taxis across the Colorado to
Arizona's Bullhead City; more than 14,000 casino workers and
millions of annual visitors
• Spirit Mountain Casino (~20 miles, Fort Mohave): The Fort Mojave
Indian Tribe's casino enterprise - slots, table games, and the
Mesquite Grill; a community institution and the closest gaming
option to the property
• AVI Resort & Casino (Nevada side, Fort Mohave crossing): Family-
friendly gaming resort on the Nevada bank of the Colorado with a
sandy beach, food court, movie theater, arcade, and hotel
• Davis Camp Park (Bullhead City, ~30 miles): 300-Acre riverside
park with a boat launch, sandy beach, lighted athletic fields,
tennis and pickleball, disc golf, dog park, skate park, and
full RV camping facilities
• Mojave Crossing Event Center (Fort Mohave, ~20 miles): The
largest indoor event venue within 90 miles - concerts, trade
shows, sporting events, and community gatherings
• Cerbat Cliffs Golf Course (Kingman, ~38 miles): 18-hole public
course with panoramic Cerbat Mountain views, an affordable
green fee structure, and a classic desert golf experience
• Los Lagos Golf Club (Fort Mohave, ~20 miles): Ted Robinson Sr.
Signature Golf Course - the newest and most prestigious course
in the immediate area, built within a lakefront community
Farm Maps & Attachments
Directions to Farm
Yucca
Arizona 86438, USA
Get on I-40 W
2 min (0.9 mi)
Follow I-40 W to W Santa Fe Ranch Rd. Take exit 20 from I-40 W
4 min (4.7 mi)
Take S Kickapoo Dr and Pipeline Rd to W Sun Valley Dr
