This exceptional 38-acre almond orchard, located just 15 miles from UC Merced, offers a prime opportunity for both agricultural and residential use. Ideally situated near key facilities-only 3 miles from Live Oak Packing, 6 miles from Marchini Almond Processing, 13 miles from the AutoZone Distribution Warehouse, and about an hour from Yosemite National Park-this property combines rural tranquility with accessibility. The immaculate orchard features 50% Nonpareil and 50% Monterey trees on Nemaguard rootstock, currently in their 8th leaf. A newly built 3,200 sq. ft. (40x80) shop includes a 400-amp electrical panel (200 amps for the shop and 200 amps capped for a future home). Water resources include a 650-foot deep ag well with a 100 HP electric turbine, flow meter, and 10 interim filter, plus a 310-foot domestic well (3 HP submersible) approved by Merced County for residential use. The irrigation system-fully automated with micro-sprinklers-feeds the entire orchard at once through 8 mains and 4 subsets. With 61 total rows (30 Monterey and 31 Nonpareil, 80 trees per row), this property reflects expert development and management, with orchard establishment costs estimated at $35,000 per acre (excluding the shop). The Seller pays into the Sustainable Groundwater Management Program, included in annual property taxes. The Seller also has a Sierra house plan available should the potential buyer wish to use it; buyer to investigate with the County of Merced for any requirements for use. This beautiful, productive property with a potential custom home site is perfect for a grower or investor seeking a turn-key operation near Merced.
| MLS # | MC25235232 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Days On Site | 396 |
| Listing Provided By | Century 21 Select Real Estate | Paramjeet Singh |
| Zoning | A-1 |
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| Acreage | 38.00 |
| Property View | Yes |
| Lot Features | Agricultural, Drip Irrigation Bubblers, Sloped Down, Horse Property, Irregular Lot, Orchards, Ranch, Sprinkler System |
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| Utilities | Electricity Connected |
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| Electric | Electricity On Property, Standard, Volts440, Volts220In Workshop |
| Sewer | Other |
| Community Features | Gutters, Rural |
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| State | CA |
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| County | Merced |
| City | Le Grand |
| Zip Code | 95333 |
| State | CA |
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| County | Merced |
| City | Le Grand |
| Zip Code | 95333 |