Listing Agent: Paramjeet Singh, Century 21 Select Real Estate

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.