Description

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 facilitiesonly 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 Parkthis 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 systemfully automated with micro-sprinklersfeeds 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 inv

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