Updated October 2026. Morrison Ranch is an east Gilbert master-planned community built on land the Morrison family farmed and ranched for generations. It’s known for its rural look: groves of trees, wide grass setbacks, white rail fences and greenbelts that connect the neighborhoods. Its homes date from the early 2000s through the 2010s, which makes it one of the newer options for rental owners in this part of Gilbert.
Morrison Ranch at a glance
The Morrisons settled in the area in the 1920s and, for most of eight decades, owned more than 3,000 acres of East Valley land. Their Gilbert farms grew cotton, corn and alfalfa, and the family also raised cattle and sheep, according to ASU News. That land is now Morrison Ranch, which ASU describes as roughly bordered by Guadalupe, Greenfield, Warner and Sossaman roads. Homes carry Gilbert addresses in ZIPs 85296 and 85234.
- Location: east Gilbert, roughly Guadalupe to Warner roads, Greenfield to Sossaman roads
- ZIP: 85296 and 85234
- Built: early 2000s through the 2010s
- Builders: included Taylor Morrison and Maracay Homes
- HOA: Morrison Ranch master association, plus neighborhood associations
- School district: Gilbert Public Schools
- Age-restricted: no
Homes in Morrison Ranch
Neighborhoods are named for the farm’s groves and trails. The Town of Gilbert’s HOA registry lists Highland Groves, Higley Groves, Higley Estates and Lakeview Trails (North) at Morrison Ranch, and builders have also used names such as Elliot Groves and Warner Groves. Taylor Morrison built in Elliot Groves in the mid-2010s. In 2016, Maracay Homes opened its Artisan (about 50-by-120-foot lots) and Marquis (about 70-by-130-foot lots) neighborhoods in Warner Groves, with Energy Star-certified homes, as AZ Big Media reported.
Most homes are detached single-family houses, many with four or more bedrooms, on tree-lined streets. Lot sizes vary noticeably from one neighborhood to the next, which affects yard care and rent.
Amenities and things to do
Community features include neighborhood parks, lakes with fishing, tennis and pickleball courts, and biking and walking paths along the greenbelts. The greenbelt network was designed to connect residents to nearby shopping, dining and jobs on foot or by bike.
Nearby, the Town of Gilbert’s Cactus Yards (formerly Elliot District Park) is on Elliot Road west of Power Road. The Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch on Guadalupe Road offers trails and birding, and Hetchler Park on Greenfield Road hosts the Gilbert Soccer Complex. SanTan Village is a short drive south, and Banner Gateway and Mercy Gilbert medical centers are the nearest major hospitals.
Schools serving Morrison Ranch
Morrison Ranch is in Gilbert Public Schools. Many homes are assigned to Greenfield Elementary and Greenfield Junior High, and then Highland High School. Assignments can differ across a community this size, so check a specific address with the GPS boundary maps before you mention schools in a listing.
HOA and rental rules for landlords
Homes belong to the Morrison Ranch master association, and some neighborhoods also have their own association, so a landlord may answer to two sets of rules. Dues are often billed quarterly and cover landscape maintenance of the common grounds. We couldn’t find a published leasing policy, so read the CC&Rs for minimum lease terms and any tenant registration form.
Arizona law, A.R.S. 33-1806.01, lets owners lease unless the declaration prohibits it, subject to the declaration’s rental time-period restrictions. The HOA can require only adult occupants’ names and contact information, lease dates and tenant vehicle descriptions and plates, and may charge no more than $25 per new tenancy. For our owners, we send that information to each association and keep it updated at every new lease.
Renting out a home in Morrison Ranch
Morrison Ranch rents well to families who want a newer, larger home on a quiet, green street. They tend to value the walking paths and an elementary school close by. It also suits commuters heading to Mesa, Chandler or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. Showcase the trees, greenbelts and lakes in your photos, because that look sets Morrison Ranch apart from other Gilbert subdivisions.
Larger lawns and mature trees mean landscaping matters. Decide up front whether the tenant or a contractor handles yard care, and put it in the lease. Our Traditional and Property Plus plans include renewal handling and inspections, and you can compare them on our pricing page. Learn about our Gilbert property management or request a free rental analysis.
Buying a rental in Morrison Ranch
Because homes range from the early 2000s to the late 2010s, maintenance depends heavily on the neighborhood. Early homes may need AC and water-heater replacements soon, while 2010s homes, such as Maracay’s Energy Star builds, often have newer systems and lower utility bills that tenants notice.
Budget for both the master and neighborhood HOA dues and check the resale disclosure for planned assessments. Larger lots raise yard and irrigation costs. Register the property with the Maricopa County Assessor as A.R.S. 33-1902 requires before your first tenant moves in, and see our tips on keeping good tenants long term.
Homes for sale in Morrison Ranch
Live MLS listings in Morrison Ranch, updated daily. Open the full Morrison Ranch search or see our homes for rent.
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Morrison Ranch FAQ
In east Gilbert, on land ASU describes as roughly bordered by Guadalupe, Greenfield, Warner and Sossaman roads. Homes are in ZIPs 85296 and 85234.
The Morrison family farmed and ranched the land from the 1920s, growing cotton, corn and alfalfa and raising cattle and sheep. The master plan was built on that land.
Gilbert Public Schools. Many homes are assigned to Greenfield Elementary, Greenfield Junior High and Highland High, but confirm a specific address with the district.
Builders included Taylor Morrison in Elliot Groves and Maracay Homes, which opened its Artisan and Marquis neighborhoods in Warner Groves in 2016.
Neighborhood parks, lakes with fishing, tennis and pickleball courts and a network of greenbelts and walking paths.
Some do. Homes belong to the Morrison Ranch master association, and several neighborhoods, such as Highland Groves and Lakeview Trails, have their own associations as well.
Arizona law lets owners lease unless the CC&Rs prohibit it, subject to any rental time limits. Check the master and neighborhood documents for minimum lease terms.