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VOL. XXXVII, NO. 3

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Inside... Payson Star Valley Forest Lakes Pine / Strawberry Heber - Overgaard Christopher Creek Young / Pleasant Valley Happy Jack / Clints Well Tonto Basin - Roosevelt Lake

COVER HOME PRESENTED BY

Kim Ross, REALTOR® Realty Executives Arizona Territory

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Beat the Heat, Avoid the Rush Find Your Place in the Rim Country! 3617 Highway 87 • Pine, Arizona Post Office Box 189 • 85544

This turn-key home borders the National Forest! Very quiet cul-de-sac with wildlife as your 4665 Point Circle neighbors. Large sunken kitchen w/ floor-to-ceiling windows and Happy Jack island seating for six that opens into a living / dining room with T&G vaulted ceilings that add to the ambience. More floor-toceiling glass allows for natural light, and showcases the beauty of Nature and the surrounding forest. On those cool evenings or winter days, the wood stove is not only a great source of heat but a cozy place for friends and family to gather. Upstairs is a large primary suite w/ its own sitting area, an ensuite bath, and a private balcony. The loft is extensive with a bath. This spacious home w/ its open floor plan is an entertainer’s dream! $654,221 (86026)

COMING SOON! Move-in ready home with the most beautiful curb appeal! Charming red brick porch with tall pines in the front yard. Lots of natural light throughout. Primary suite on the main floor w/ walk-in shower, soaking tub, and plenty of closet space. The living area has built-ins on both sides of a red brick F/P and access to deck! Kitchen features a breakfast bar and opens to dining area. Office space is located on the main floor, separate yet incorporated, perfect for working from home. Wide stair well leads to three bedrooms and a bath on the second floor. 2-car garage with storage, plus finished attic with shelving. Bonus room below the house offers even more storage! New flooring on the main floor, exterior recently painted, and the back deck was recently built, as well. Don’t miss your chance to see this lovely home!

Barbara Weeks-Newton REALTOR®

(928) 951-5003 eMail: Barbara@BishopRealty.com

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Kohls Ranch | Arizona's Rim Country

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This man wants OUT of the city. YOU may have exactly what he's looking for.

MOVE-IN READY! 3BRs, 2 baths, garage w/ workshop, views and privacy. New black SS appliances, new laminate flooring, new windows, new roof, new hot tub, free-standing pellet stove, whole home water filtration. Completely fenced, double gated entry, paver drive. $645,000 (86151)

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NEW LISTING Southern views! 3BRs, 3 baths, bonus room that could be in-law quarters, ±2700 sf, large fenced yard. Painted inside and out, new appliances, large laundry room, laminate wood flooring. $399,000 (86119)

THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW! Low Inventory • Low Interest Rates

1.26-acre fenced parcel (±) with mountain views. Workshop w/ 400 amp service. Septic and well. 5th wheel travel trailer on the property will convey. Two gated entries, fruit trees, no HOA, and horses are OK! $425,000 (85776)

PENDING!

Views! 3BR, 2 bath cabin with remarkable views, nestled in the tall Ponderosa Pines in a gated community. $550,000 (86132)

180° views with privacy on a 1.53-acre parcel (±). Three bedrooms, two baths, 1728 square feet with a 2-car garage. $625,000 (86138)

Remodeled cabin in Kohl’s Ranch. 3BRs, 2 baths, 1-car garage and a golf cart / quad garage. Completely fenced, custom gated entry, Jacuzzi and more. $645,000 (86151)

Tranquil and beautiful singlelevel home with three bedroom, 2 baths, and a 3-car garage, all on a 0.83-acre parcel (±) in a gated community. $720,000 (86152)

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June Call, Broker-Owner 1895 State Highway 260 Heber, AZ 85928

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SALE PENDING! 238285 - $569,000 - 2073 Ponderosa Trail, Overgaard: Acreage! This heavily treed 10acre parcel is located in Section 31. This secluded neighborhood is the perfect place for your mountain retreat, tucked away in the oak, juniper, and tall pines. And yes, it’s horse property!

237564 - $39,900 - TBD Northview, Snowflake: A great lot in Snowflake Country Club. This 0.43 acre lot is just off the 18th green on a cul-de-sac. Water, sewer, and electric to the lot make it ready to build. Own your summer get-away or your full-time home in the Country Club. Call today before it’s too late!

32319 - $63,900 - 3361 Spring Court, Heber: Corner lot in Summer Place North. 1.15 acres, site-built only. Tall pines, lots of wildlife, and all the beauty of the White Mountains. Enjoy the cool air in the summers, plus lakes, trails, hunting, winter skiing, and much more just a short drive away.

238144 - $597,000 - 1537 Rocky Top Dr: This is a hidden gem! 3BR, 2 bath cabin at the back of this beautiful, fully fenced, heavily treed lot bordering the Nat’l Forest, in coveted High Country Pines with its paved roads and underground utilities.

SALE PENDING! 238722 - $1,450,000 - 2283 Lindbergh Road, Overgaard: One-of-a-kind in the Airpark w/ attached log cabin guest house. 4BR, 2.5 bath home, 2900+ sf. There’s also a 3000 sf hanger with RV door and access to the taxiway, and a detached 2-car garage with attached storage. A Must See! Call today!

235954 - $674,350 - 2250 Big Bear Circle: New build in gated Bear Country Estates. 3BRs, 2.5 baths, all the extras. With over 2500 sf, there’s plenty of room for friends and family. 3-car garage with separate door for UTV. Custom paver drive and walks.

238704 - $27,500 - 1996 Red Deer Run: Build your little cabin or set a modular on this lot in the mountains and begin enjoying the cool, clear air. This lot is located in the heart of HeberOvergaard with water and electric. Needs septic, on a maintained road.

235955 - $674,350 - 2255 Brown Bear Circle: New build in gated Bear Country Estates. 3BRs, 2.5 baths, all the extras. With over 2500 sf, there’s plenty of room for family & friends. 3-car garage with a separate door for UTV. Custom driveway and walks

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1905 Pine Drive, Overgaard: Prime C-R lot w/ endless possibilities! Heavily treed 0.66-acre offers power & water to the lot line, passed recent perc test. Conveniently located off Hwy 260 on paved street. Make your dream a reality here in the White Mountains. $39,900 (238888) Call Teressa or Maggie!

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3490 Carefree Road, Heber: Nice 0.36-acre building lot. Trees, paved road, potential views. Mild HOA, septic is already in, ready and waiting for your dream cabin! Priced right at only $51,000… will not last! (238488) Call Chris TODAY!

SALE PENDING

3443 Riata Road, Heber: Level 0.72-acre parcel in High Country Pines II. Paved roads, county-maintained, underground utilities. Perfect for building your dream cabin. Potential views. Sewer hookup is $82.50 quarterly. (235725) $62,500 Call Chris TODAY!

2024 Jones Pass, Overgaard: Remote lodge in the tall pines of the White Mountains. Greatroom, open concept, 3BRs, 3 baths, vaulted T&G ceilings, upgraded granite kitchen, and a grand floor-to-ceiling rock accented gas F/P. $619,900 (237505) Call Teressa or Maggie!

SALE PENDING 2840 Lodgepole Road, Overgaard: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1397 sf, 2-car detached garage, heavily treed 0.80-acre parcel. Split plan, loft, vinylplank flooring, ccentral heat & A/C, covered front and back decks. $449,900 (239240) Call Maggie or Teressa

3557 Wildflower Dr, Overgaard: 2003 Legacy 28 x 52 mnf’d home. Split floorplan, spacious kitchen with lots of storage. Separate laundry room. Large covered front deck, two storage bldgs. Additional lot next door with septic is included. $250,000. Call Chris TODAY!

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132 E Green Apple Lane: On an elevated cul-de-sac in gated Hunter Creek Ranch. 3BRs, 2 baths, 2638 sf, 2-car attached garage, finished basement, 0.49-acre lot. $699,000 (85682)

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686 S Morris Meadows, Christopher Creek: On a 1-acre parcel backing Nat'l Forest. 2 F/Ps, one in living room and one in master. 2BRs, 3 baths, 2324 sf, 2-car garage. $687,000 (85455)

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36/37 Antelope Trail Road, Bonita Creek: 1.38 acres facing Nat'l Forest to the south. Upslope from the road, easy access. Water company, electric available, cell service. $79,000 (84273)

793 Bills Loop, Forest Lakes: Three enchanting cabins on a one-acre parcel that adjoins the Sitgreaves Nat'l Forest. The most perfect setting imaginable for a great family escape! $799,000 (85371)

PRICE REDUCED!

New Listing! 1101 E Christopher Creek Loop, Christopher Creek: Country Market, 0.16-acre commercial parcel. 1152 sf, walk-in cooler, shelving, storeroom, restroom, good parking. $269,000 (83439) 8

692 S Buenagua Rd, Kohls Ranch: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1800 sf, 0.24-acre lot on Tonto Creek, bordering the Nat'l Forest and ASU's practioce field, Camp Tontozona! $549,000 (86135)

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STRAWBERRY: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1348 sf, detached garage, RV parking, 0.64-acre parcel with horse privileges. Homestead with fruit trees, tall Ponderosas, on three nice, level lots that could be developed. Call for details. $345,000 (85857)

PAYSON NORTH: 4BRs, 2 baths, 1768 sf, 0.14-acre residential lot. Come see the potential that this property has to offer! Some repairs are needed, but is close to town amenities, and fenced for children and pets. New roof in 2015. $263,000 (85875)

PAYSON: 2BRs, 3 baths, 1080 sf, tandem carport, 0.29acre residential lot. Brick home with upstairs efficiency rental apartment, plus free standing rental apartment with large patio. RV parking, gazebo with built-in BBQ kitchen. Chain link fenced. $349,500 (86073)

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The View! RYE / GISELA - Tonto Creek Shores: 3BRs, 2 baths, 840 sf, double carport, 0.41-acre lot with horse privileges. Borders Nat’l Forest to the west, so no one will ever block that awesome view! $125,000 Cash As Is (85438)

TONTO BASIN: Punkin Center Village! Potential! 2BR, 1 bath, 1056 square foot manufactured home on a 0.98acre parcel with beautiful views to the west. All utilities. $137,000 (84271)

TONTO BASIN: Punkin Center Village! 2BRs, 2 baths, 960 sf, 0.33-acre hilltop lot. Covered deck with beautiful panoramic views of town and surrounding mountains. Currently a rental property. $129,500 (82798)

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Entertain on the wrap-around deck of this secluded cabin-style home. Kitchen designed with the avid cook in mind, adjacent to a huge walk-in pantry! insulated, dry-walled, 40 x 40 steel-frame workshop has its own 200-amp electric service, with heating, cooling and water. Detached barn / feed storage area for raising back yard livestock. And there’s no extra charge for the flock of peacocks! $450,000 (RZ137) OMC

WOODED ACREAGE with MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Gently rolling terrain with trees and views! Seller financing available. $127,000! (86127)

OFFERED AS A BUYER’S BROKER! ±4 acres of creekfront on Haigler Creek! Double lot backing to Nat’l Forest. Septic and well installed. $300,000 (RZ133)

4.54 ACRES w/ septic system and 400' deep HAIGLER CREEK! 2.73 acres backing to well. Parts for electric service included. Seller the Tonto Nat’l Forest. Site-built homes only. may include 40' shipping container and/or $129,000 (84163) travel trailer. Call for price & terms. (RZ136)

Wooded 6.25± acres with building sites among Ponderosa & pinion pines, oaks, and junipers. Build the cabin of your dreams & soak up mountain views! $129,000 (86005)

Wooded 6.25± acres with building sites among Ponderosa & pinion pines, oaks, and junipers. Build the cabin of your dreams & soak up mountain views! $159,000 (86129)

±FIVE ACRES with over 600 feet directly adjoining the National Forest. Can be divided into 2.5-acre lots. Private water well has abundant supply. Stock pond fills from precipitation run-off. $180,000 (85347)

Wooded 6.24-acre parcel to be surveyed out of 33± acres with many view-oriented building sites among pinion pines, oaks, and junipers. $157,000 (86159)

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806 W RIM VIEW ROAD: 4BRs, 2 baths, 2367± sf, 2-car attached garage, partially fenced 0.32-acre corner lot. Perfect for the family - walk to Payson High School and Rim Country Middle School. Features include a new roof, new exterior paint, and new HVAC. $472,000 (86098)

1201 N INDIAN PAINTBRUSH CIR: Modern meets the mountains! Incredible 3BR, 4 bath, 4106± sf custom home on a 0.55-acre parcel on the 5th fairway of Chaparral Pines, a gated golf community. Two master suites, vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling F/P, gourmet kitchen with upscale appliances, loft with a library, all on a private cul-de-sac. $1,450,000 (85923)

642 W SCOTT DRIVE: On a 0.47-acre lot and in need of a few projects completed. There is a secondary building below that can be used to your heart's desire as a guest quarters, shop limitless possibilities. Bring your dreams to live in the forest. The perfect rental property, full-time residence or just a weekend getaway. 3BRs, 3 baths, 1190 ± sf. $309,000 (85669)

1013 N SCENIC DRIVE: 3BRs, 3 baths, 4310± sf, 3-car garage, 0.54-acre parcel bordering Nat’l Forest. Large family room, spacious kitchen, an entertainer's dream. Main floor master w/ office, F/P, two closets, and deck access. A truly spectacular home, and a Ponderosa Golf Membership is included in the price. $1,350,000 (85968)

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606 S PONDEROSA STREET: 3BRs, 3 baths, 1195± sf, 0.23-acre lot. Cozy chalet-style home in the center of town. The perfect location for a full-time residence or vacation getaway! Updated kitchen with beautiful acacia counters. Additional building with a ¾-bath can be used for storage, man cave, workshop or playroom. $325,000 (85946)

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155 CLAXTON ROAD: Star Valley. 3BRs, 2 baths, 1967± sf, 2-car attached garage, 1.31 acres. Bring your horses, toys and hobbies to this one-of-a-kind property! Great fulltime residence or weekend getaway. Large greatroom, fabulous kitchen and breakfast nook, large storage shed, oversized workshop, newer roof. $749,000 (85883) IN G

1123 N BAVARIAN WAY: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1636± sf, 2-car garage, 0.14-acre lot. Alpine Village. Beautiful gourmet kitchen with granite counters and island. Master suite w/ full bath, open family / kitchen / dining area w/ vaulted ceilings and access to the front view deck. Lower-level bedroom / family / hobby room. $425,000 (86004)

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$92,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.49± acre lot. MLS# 84994 - 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3003 E Hanging Rock

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$359,999 - 4BD/2BA – 2436 Sq Ft± MLS# 86069 – 928-793-2791 Mike@HomeOnTheRim.com 311 W Corral Drive

$79,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.48± acre lot. MLS# 81505 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 2701 E Half Moon IN ND PE LE SA

$355,900 - 2BD/2BA – 1,357 Sq Ft± MLS# 86074 – 928-978-1236 Judi.Holgate@erayoung.net 1501 N Beeline Hwy 26

$395,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,152 Sq Ft± MLS# 86150 – 928-978-9546 / 978-2185 CsJones@theriver.com / Debbie.Jones@erayoung.net 4329 N Holly Dr, Pine

$664,000 - 4BD/3BA – 2,376 Sq Ft± MLS# 85852 – 928-793-2791 Mike@HomeOntheRim.com 102 N Lookout Point

$215,000 - 2BD/1BA – 888 Sq Ft± MLS# 86071 – 928-970-0634 Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 1502 N Bell Circle

$20,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.18± acre lot. MLS# 86122 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 80 & 81 S Old Meadow Lane

$239,000 - 2BD/2BA – 896 Sq Ft± MLS# 86125 – 928-978-9546 / 978-2185 CsJones@theriver.com / Debbie.Jones@erayoung.net 215 S Houston Creek Circle

$90,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.55± acre lot. MLS# 85060 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3104 E Pleasant Valley

$360,000 - 3BD/2BA – 2,016 Sq Ft± MLS# 86069 – 928-978-9546 / 978-2185 CsJones@theriver.com / Debbie.Jones@erayoung.net 808 E Frontier Street

$150,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.28± acre lot. MLS# 85459 – 928-978-8653 Marty.Carpenter@erayoung.net 64 Forest Trail Court, Pine

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$450,000 - 2BD/1BA – 1,200 Sq Ft± MLS# 86120 – 602-350-4366 Mary.M@erayoung.net 8756 W Tonto Rim Dr, Strawberry

$275,000 - 2BD/2BA – 0.17± acre lot. MLS# 85770 – 602-459-4762 William.Davis@erayoung.net 710 W Haught Ave.

$160,000 – VACANT LAND – 3.68± acre lot. MLS# 85482 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 4X Rodeo Drive, Tonto Basin

$1,195,000 - 4BD/4BA – 3,586 Sq Ft± MLS# 86185 – 808-353-1782 / 808-353-1686 Connie.Welsh@erayoung.net / Joe.Welsh@erayoung.net 2607 E Pine Island Lane

$110,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.97± acre lot. MLS# 85835 – 928-978-1971 Steve.Cantrill@erayoung.net 2505/2507 E Feather Plume Ct

$125,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.75± acre lot. MLS# 85706 – 928-978-9546 / 978-2185 CsJones@theriver.com / Debbie.Jones@erayoung.net 219 Windy Way

$135,000 – VACANT LAND – 2.51± acre lot. MLS# 85837 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 348 Old Mill Road, Tonto Basin

$495,000 – VACANT LAND – 2.08± acre lot. MLS# 84939 – 928-978-8653 Marty.Carpenter@erayoung.net 1403 E Underwood Lane

$39,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.34± acre lot. MLS# 85911 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 2402 E Scarlet Bugler Circle

$110,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.53± acre lot. MLS# 86079 – 602-329-3366 Rich.Schultz@erayoung.net Lot 21 N Diane Circle, Strawberry

$420,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,278 Sq Ft± MLS# 85627 – 928-970-0634 / 928-978-0026 Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net / Hannah.Lusk@erayoung.net 1253 W Paint Pony Drive

$950,000 - 3BD/3BA – 2,767 Sq Ft± MLS# 86112 – 808-353-1782 / 808-353-1686 Connie.Welsh@erayoung.net / Joe.welsh@erayoung.net 2016 E Columbine Circle

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$89,500 – VACANT LAND – 0.53± acre lot. MLS# 85659 – 928-978-1236 Judi.Holgate@erayoung.net 511 E Saguaro Circle

$750,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,870 Sq Ft± MLS# 86063 – 928-978-8653 / 928-970-1094 Marty.Carpenter@erayoung.net / Garry.Kort@erayoung.net 293 W Midway St

$848,000 - 3BD/3BA – 2,766 Sq Ft± MLS# 85981 – 928-978-8653 Marty.Carpenter@erayoung.net 1805 E Underwood Lane IN ND PE LE SA

$120,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.44± acre lot. MLS# 85915 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3000 E Purple Sage

$339,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,056 Sq Ft± MLS# 86025 – 928-978-9546 / 978-2185 CsJones@theriver.com / Debbie.Jones@erayoung.net 650 W Beaver Flat Rd

$275,000 – VACANT LAND – 2.12± acre lot. MLS# 85945 – 928-970-0634 Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 1304 S Bent Tree Circle IN ST LI W NE

$120,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.36± acre lot. MLS# 85916 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3005 E Game Trail

$380,000 - 4BD/2BA – 1,565 Sq Ft± MLS# 86117 – 928-978-9546 / 978-2185 CsJones@theriver.com / Debbie.Jones@erayoung.net 866 E Pima Ave. Apache Junction

$795,000 - 4BD/4BA – 2,399 Sq Ft± MLS# 86148 – 602-320-6181 Brenda.Altfeltis@erayoung.net 4867 Juniper Drive, Happy Jack

$83,900 – VACANT LAND – 0.4± acre lot. MLS# 84881 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3001 E Hanging Rock

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3617 Highway 87 • Pine, Arizona Post Office Box 189 • 85544

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PENDING!

Rye / Gisela

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Guest House

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SANTA FE-STYLE OASIS with 360° views, bordering Nat'l Forest. Ideal corporate retreat. 4BRs, 5 baths, single level, open floor plan w/ greatroom, gas-log beehive F/P, handhewn wood floors that continue into gourmet kitchen w/ upgraded cabinets & SS appliances, granite counters & island buffet, plus walk-in pantry. Covered patio & outdoor kitchen with pizza oven, BBQ grill & several seating areas to enjoy sunsets. Beautiful pavered courtyard accented by F/P, vanishing-edge pool, spa, water feature, firepit, garden area & a courtyard bath with shower. Spectacular views of the Mazatzal Mountains! Private owner's retreat with F/P, his / her baths, huge closet & heated floors. There is also a guest BR (office) w/ 3/4 bath, a hobby room and laundry room. In-law quarters feature a greatroom with F/P, kitchenette & private bath with handi-ready shower. Guesthouse offers a greatroom with F/P, full kitchen, SS appliances, desk nook & stack washer / dryer, BR w/ ensuite bath, and a 2-car garage. Stucco walls surround the perimeter & pipe rail fences encompass property w/ gated entrance. Other amenities include 3-car garage w/ storage, owned solar system, 800A back-up generator, private well, Surround Sound, Rhino screens, misting system, two 1200-gal septic tanks, all beautifully landscaped. Sale includes 5 to 7 acres. Additional acreage can be purchased for $30,000 / acre. $2,600,000 (83666)

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AWESOMENESS BEGINS HERE! Join us for the day, Join us for the week, Join us for the LIFESTYLE! PINE

R E D UC E D!

6474 W Randall Place: New build! 3BRs, 2 baths, 3+car garage. Open floor plan, all single-level, concrete floors throughout, granite counters, kitchen island, SS appliances. Master bath has walk-in shower & dual vanities, plus a walk-in closet. Nice-sized guest rooms, linen closet, with laundry off the garage. Covered rear patio, awesome views of the Mogollon Rim! Spacious 0.61-acre parcel. This is a “Must See” that's priced to sell at just $635,000! (85993)

PINE

3841 Bloody Basin: This is your cabin in the woods! Three bedroom and two baths, plus a genuine woodburning fireplace in the greatroom. A mountain home featuring an open, split floor plan, some Anderson windows, two decks, one with access from the master. Fenced w/ chain link. Being sold furnished. $375,500 (85934)

PINE

8 Portal Dr: Beautiful 0.15-acre lot with views and privacy in Portal I. Common area on two sides and across the street. This lot already has an active water meter! Perfect for a mountain getaway! Priced at $48,000 (86012)

PENDING!

64 Spirit Trail: Great, buildable, nicely treed, 0.24-acre cul-de-sac lot in Portal IV with excellent views of the Village and surrounding mountains! Water, electric, propane and sewer! Must see. Priced at $130,000. (86037)

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PAYSON

New Listing!

GREAT RETREAT OR INVESTMENT! Currently an active VRBO in a treed setting. Charming cottage, recently upgraded. No need to look any further, but hurry because this won’t last long! Shown by appointment only. $295,000 (86166)

S OL D!

PINE

PAYSON

S OL D!

PENDING!

HORSES OK: Spacious 2-story stucco-sided home, 3BRs, 2 baths, 2500+sf, 2-car garage, one acre, surrounded by the National Forest and miles of trails. Fenced and cross-fenced, barn, corrals. Landscaped grounds. $675,000 (85771)

PAYSON

S OL D!

TEN DAYS ON THE MARKET!

TWO DAYS ON THE MARKET!

TEN DAYS ON THE MARKET!

RARE FIND: Elk Ridge custom home on two lots. 3BRs, 2 baths, Arizona room, 2-car garage. Private, nicely landscaped yard. Vacant and waiting for you! $559,000 (85991)

CUTE, CUTE, CUTE! One bedroom cottage with full bath in Pine on a quarter-acre lot. Great getaway for the weary! Call Lane at (602) 319-2360 or Susie. $248,000 (86019)

LOG-SIDED 3BR, 2 bath home on over an acre in town w/ horse privileges. Skylights in greatroom, 6-car garage, RV parking. Detached workshop. $655,000 (85990)

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March 2022

Three Offices to Serve You... Payson, Pine-Strawberry & Tonto Basin

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PAYSON

MLS#: 85985 Price: $45,000

MLS#: 86035 Price: $50,000 PAYSON

MLS#: 86095 Price: $65,000 PAYSON

MLS#: 85798 Acres: 0.26

Jacque Lozano

Price: $75,000 Zoning: R

Acres: 0.19 Zoning: R1-6

Sally Randall

1023 N Scenic Drive: Gently sloping lot, perfect for single-story. Cul-desac in Chaparral Pines with golf, club house, fitness center, kids’ playground, swimming pool, and views of the Granite Dells.

MLS#: 85691 Price: $65,000

515 W Saddle Lane: Nice, easybuild lot backing to undeveloped land within Payson town limits. Mobile homes are allowed, all town utilities available. Laurie Brunson (928) 951-2342

MLS#: 86094 Price: $65,000

Naomi Fogarty (928) 978-9520 or Emily DePugh (928) 978-1396

Acres: 0.14 Zoning: R1-6-MH

Acres: 0.15 Zoning: R

513 W Saddle Lane: Nice, easy-build lot backing to undeveloped land within Payson town limits. Mobile homes are allowed, all town utilities available. Laurie Brunson (928) 951-2342

MLS#: 85415 Price: $91,500

Emily DePugh

Amity Justice (928) 978-1391 5302 Sunset Ridge Loop: Up on the Rim in Happy Jack. Build your dream cabin here and enjoy the wild life! Site-built only. Truly a beautiful property in the tall pines, easy yearround access from State Highway 87 on paved roads.

HAPPY JACK

Annette Bashaw

Laurie Brunson (928) 951-2342

35 Canyon Vista: Beautiful corner lot, common area on two sides. Great views, gently sloped. Water meter is in, corners marked, previous owners performed soil report, house plans ready for the new owners to build their dream cabin.

MLS#: 84836 Price: $85,000

1124 S Sycamore Circle: Gently sloping, treed hillside lot, Rim views, close to shopping, hospitals and all town amenities. Quiet cul-de-sac, backs undeveloped land. Firewised, corners marked. Nat’l Forest trails close by, low development fees, buyer to verify. Cindy Whatley (928) 970-0484

Robyn Bossert

PINE

804 S Santa Fe Circle: Beautiful lot, centrally located, has mountain views. Rare find with slight sloping, trees and views. Buyer to verify impact fees.

Mary Lou Myers

Acres: 0.38 Zoning: R1-12-PAD SA

PAYSON

Jill Alberts (928) 978-0222 or Mary Lou Myers (928) 978-0222

Acres: 0.15 Zoning: R

PAYSON

Jill Alberts (928) 978-0222

Acres: 0.14 Zoning: R1-6-MH SA

8 Portal Dr: Beautiful lot with views and privacy! Common area on two sides and across the street. This lot has an active water meter, and it’s the perfect place for a mountain getaway!

MLS#: 86012 Price: $48,000

12 Pine Road: Beautiful lot with tall pines, oak and juniper. With its great views of the Mogollon Rim, this is the perfect place to build your mountain get-away! It truly is a “Must See,” so call today!

Acres: 0.31 Zoning: R SA

PINE

310 W Apache Drive: Level lot ready for a manufactured or site-built home. Utilities available, buyer to verify connection fees and advised to call Green Valley Water regarding the sewer system information and cost. Lori Coleman (928) 978-5295

PAYSON

MLS#: 85828 Price: $89,000

Acres: 0.12 Zoning: R SA

PINE

Acres: 5.98 Zoned: R

Lori Coleman

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Cindy Whatley

Barbara Weeks-Newton

PAYSON

MLS#: 86106 Price: $98,000

702 E McKamey Street: Large, level lot, ready for a site-built or manufactured home. Utilities available, buyer to verify impact fees for water and sewer.

Acres: 0.28 Zoning: R1-10MH

Lori Coleman (928) 978-5295

Acres: 0.28 Zoning: R

63 Forest Trail Court: Cul-de-sac lot in a gated community w/ tall pines and Rim views. Mohawk Trailhead is nearby. Utilities, sewer, propane & private water source. Water meter moratorium does not affect Strawberry Hollow. Bonnie Bell (602) 697-9947

Acres: 0.42 Zoning: R

51 Forest Trail Court: Cul-de-sac lot in gated community of Strawberry Hollow. Private setting with views of wildlife and the Nat’ Forest. Walking distance from Mohawk Trailhead. Water, sewer, electric & propane to the property. Bonnie Bell (602) 697-9947

PINE

MLS#: 84757 Price: $110,000 PINE

MLS#: 84849 Price: $127,500

PAYSON

MLS#: 86126 Price: $150,000

706 N Snowberry Circle: Large parcel, perfect for your new home! Architectural house plans. There are beautiful Ponderosa and oak trees on the property that provide the beauty of nature.

Acres: 0.81 Zoning: R SA

PAYSON

MLS#: 86121 Price: $180,000

Robyn Bossert (928) 978-3853

2004 N McLane Road: Great rental or full-time! Split plan, fresh paint, carpets, laundry in hallway. Covered patio and deck, two-year evap cooling, tie-downs, 3 storage sheds w/ electric. Emily DePugh (928) 978-1396 or Naomi Fogarty (928) 978-9520

BRs/Baths: 2/2 Sq Ft: ±900

PAYSON

MLS#: 83941 Price: $190,000

Acres: 1.66 Zoned: R1-12-PAD

Melissa Powers

Jan Hall

Laurie Brunson

Large private parcel in The Rim Golf Club, a private, gated community. This beautiful lot borders the 3rd green and is located just a short drive from Main Street Payson. Call for an appointment to see. Melissa Powers (928) 978-4629

Julie Coleman

PAYSON

MLS#: 85769 Price: $100,000

Acres: 0.96 Zoned: R1-44-PAD SA

PINE

MLS#: 84748 Price: $115,000

MLS#: 86037 Price: $130,000 TONTO BASIN

MLS#: 86058 Price: $165,000

MLS#: 86166 Price: $295,000

Romaine Heap

Lane Belcher

Laurie Brunson (928) 951-2342 16 Strawberry Hollow: Come see this great lot that backs to a seasonal creek / pond and tall pines. Underground utilities, sewer, piped propane, electric and water. Quiet neighborhood with paved streets. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003 64 Spirit Trail: Great, buildable, cul-de-sac lot in Portal IV, a gated community, with excellent views! Water and sewer! This one’s a “Must See!”

Mary Lou Myers (928) 978-0222 or Jill Alberts (928) 978-0222

Acres: 0.52 Zoning: R

188 Forrest Drive: Level, corner parcel with 384sf raised cabin, 20011 33’ 5th wheel and 2nd RV site, both with hook-ups, storage buildings, carport and gazebo. Septic, water and electric. Romaine Heap (928) 978-9117 or Lacey Whitehead (928) 812-5945

BRs/Baths: 2/2 Sq Ft: 1152

448 N Day Place: Updated mnf’d home west of Tonto Creek. Split plan, laminate flooring and carpet. 3-yr metal roof, front & back covered decks, A/C and evap, covered boat parking. Private well, propane. Romaine Heap (928) 978-9117 or Lacey Whitehead (928) 812-5945

PINE

Acres: 0.24 Zoning: R

TONTO BASIN

MLS#: 85445 Price: $185,000

Acres: 0.43 Zoning: R SA

PINE

705 N Rock Sage Circle: So much to offer: Views, an amazing boulder outcropping, easy entry to gated community of Chaparral Pines off Tyler Parkway, and it is on a culde-sac.

BRs/Baths: 2/1 Sq Ft: 845

Susie Belcher

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5929 W Cedar Meadow Lane: Currently a VRBO. Charming cottage in excellent condition, recently upgraded: roof replaced, new hiefficiency mini-split HVAC, laminate wood floors, SS appliances. Susie Belcher (928) 595-1461 or Jan Hall (928) 978-2165

Cheryl Haskell

Naomi Fogarty

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BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1248

140 Hohokam Lane: Well-kept 2007 Fleetwood 26x48 mnf’d home w/ 2-car garage, RV hookup and plenty of room on the 0.58-acre parcel for all your toys. Beautiful fruit trees (peach, pomegranate, fig, plum, and apricot), plus 360° views! Romaine Heap (928) 978-9117

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1372

8413 W Fossil Creek: Charming home on 0.55 acres of tall pines, juniper and oak. Split plan, no interior stairs, wood-beamed ceiling, RV parking w/ hookups, circular drive, ramada and patio. No HOA. Full-time, part-time, or rental. Amity Justice (928) 978-1391

BRs/Baths: 3/3 Sq Ft: 1909

118 E Pine: Town & mountain views! Covered decks, patio, attached 2-car garage, detached garage with shop. Open plan, updated kitchen w/ bkfst bar, dining room, back deck. Two pellet stoves, main level master, separate lower-level entrance. Cindy Whatley (928) 970-0484

BRs/Baths: 2/2 Sq Ft: 1679

9278 W Tomahawk Trail: 1+ garage, 0.76-acre, high on a hill, bordering Nat’l Forest, 180° views, rooftop deck, patio. No HOA, room for toys, RV parking. Full-time living, second home or vacation rental, this one can do it all. Terah Ruiz (602) 568-9111

TONTO BASIN

MLS#: 85699 Price: $280,000 STRAWBERRY

MLS#: 86092 Price: $350,000 PAYSON

MLS#: 86110 Price: $439,000 STRAWBERRY

MLS# TBD Price: $519,000

PAYSON

MLS#: 85991 Price: $559,000

Jill Alberts

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1675 SA

PINE

MLS#: 86102 Price: $589,000

BRs/Baths: 2/2 Sq Ft: 1406

Terah Ruiz

MLS#: 84030 Price: $300,000

MLS#: 86013 Price: $390,000

BRs/Baths: 2/2 Sq Ft: 1200

8177 W Parkinson: Tucked in the trees. Remodeled! Open floor plan with beautiful fireplace, laminate flooring, T&G ceiling. Nice kitchen island, SS appliances, breakfast bar and dining area. Forced-air furnace. Jill Alberts (928) 978-0222 or Sally Randall (928) 978-0298

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1400

8324 W Glen Struan Drive: A little bit of everything! Charming mountain home with updated bath and new carpet. 1BR, 1 bath guest house, RV parking, well, work shop, carport. Large level lot with beautiful fruit and pine trees. Zoned Res & Comm. Adriana Spurlock (928) 978-9797

STRAWBERRY

MLS#: 85615 Price: $460,000

PAYSON

MLS#: 86010 Price: $519,000

905 W Sherwood Dr: Vaulted ceiling, custom F/P, quartz counters, pantry, island breakfast bar, SS appliances. Master walk-in closet, garden tub. RV parking, fenced back yard, covered patio, hot tub, Garage with storage cabinets. Cindy Whatley (928) 970-0484

BRs/Baths: 3/3 Sq Ft: 3034

408 E Phoenix St: Classy! Meticulous! Mogollon Rim views! Open and inviting! All electric except for propane F/P. Lower-level game room, office, BR, bath and storage. Trex deck, custom windows, split heat & A/C, garage and so much more. Terah Ruiz (602) 568-9111

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1650

6474 W Randall Place: New build, open floor plan, single level, granite counters, kitchen island, SS sppliances. Master walk-in shower, dual sinks, walk-in closet. Laundry off 3-car garage. Covered patio. Rim views! Jill Alberts (928) 978-0222 or Sally Randall (928) 978-0298

MLS#: 85957 Price: $575,000

PINE

MLS#: 85993 Price: $635,000

Tudy Martin

Bonnie Bell

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1671 SA

PAYSON

6487 W Marcy Way: In the pines!R edwood deck, shed, RV parking w/ hookups, plus man cave above 2+car garage. Quartz kitchen counters, SS appliances, new carpet in BRs & loft, new laminate in greatroom, kitchen & hall. Emily DePugh (928) 978-1396 or Naomi Fogarty (928) 978-9520

Andrea Christianson

Acres: 3.11 Zoned: TR/TD SA

PINE

620 E Phoenix St: Iverson home on private double lot. Kitchen / dining combo, split BRs, propane F/P, patio. Master w/ walk-in closet, double sinks. Arizona room, back yard fenced and cross-fenced. Susie Belcher (928) 595-1461 or Jan Hall (928) 978-2165

Sabrina Middleton

Treed acreage, mountain views. Zoning for mix of residential, light commercial, mobile home development and RV spaces. Other uses include offices, financial institutions, health services, B&B, home business and churches. Lori Coleman (928) 978-5295

STAR VALLEY

Pat Callahan

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Adriana Spurlock

THREE RIM COUNTRY OFFICES: PAYSON 715 S. Beeline Highway Payson, AZ 85541 (928) 474-2216

PINE-STRAWBERRY 3617 N. Highway 87 Pine, AZ 85544 (928) 476-3282

TONTO BASIN 45596 Highway 188, Suite A Tonto Basin, AZ 85553 (928) 479-3324

HAPPY JACK

MLS#: 86026 Price: $654,221

BRs/Baths: 3/3 Sq Ft: 2414 SA

PAYSON

MLS#: 85771 Price: $675,000

4665 Point Circle: Turn key! Quiet cul-de-sac. Open floor plan, sunken kitchen w/ island seating, T&G vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, wood stove, en-suite master w/ balcony. Loft w/bath, 2-car garage w/ storage. Work shop / storage. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

BRs/Baths: 3/3 Sq Ft: 2545

3994 N Cindy Way: Split-level, gorgeous back yard! T&G knotty pine walls & ceiling in living room. Elevated wood burning stove with brick surround, evap cooler. SS kitchen appliances, wood floor, peninsula breakfast bar, sunlit dining room.

PINE

MLS#: 84817 Price: $698,000

BRs/Baths: 3/3 Sq Ft: 2618 N

PINE

MLS#: 86153 Price: $775,000

MLS#: 86048 Price: $989,000

Amity Justice

Sally Randall (928) 978-0298

BRs/Baths: 3/3 Sq Ft: 1900 SA

PAYSON

BRs/Baths: 4/4 Sq Ft: 3282

Lacey Whitehead

124 W Patriot Drive: Horse property! Comfortable, 2-story stucco home. Family room with luxury vinyl flooring, 'cook's kitchen' w/ 6-burner range, exceptional counter space, island, plus formal dining area. Cross-fenced acre. Susie Belcher (928) 595-1461 or Jan Hall (928) 978-2165

4383 Enchanted Circle: Spectacular Rim views in Portal IV, a gated community 15 mins from town. Spacious greatroom w/ F/P (gas) & floor-to-ceiling glass sliders, new flooring w/ baseboards thruout. Quartz kitchen counters, new appliances. 2-car garage. Adriana Spurlock (928) 978-9797

2809 E Coyote Mint Circle: Singlelevel on a nicely treed 0.44-acre fairway lot. Greatroom w/ soaring T&G, open-beam ceiling, stacked stone F/P, hickory floors & golf course views. Granite counters, bkfst bar & dining area, access to rear patio. Golf membership included! Cheryl Haskell (928) 476-3282

Rena Lenhart

Brad Cole

PAYSON

MLS#:85990 Price: $665,000

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 2004

117 S Lion Springs Rd: Two carports, 2 acres. Remodeled with addition in ‘15! Single-level with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, wood floors in the living room and kitchen, woodstove, spacious covered patio, borders Nat’l Forest, and horses are welcome!

STAR VALLEY

MLS# 86078 Price: $689,000 PAYSON

MLS#: 86165 Price: $699,900

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1548 N

BRs/Baths: 3/4 Sq Ft: 4249

STRAWBERRY

MLS#: 86139 Price: $890,000

BRs/Baths: 3/2 Sq Ft: 1958

TONTO BASIN

MLS#: 86036 Price: 1,950,000

Barbie Miller

603 N Double Tree Cir: Log-sided, 6-car garage, RV parking. Vaulted ceilings, woodstove, skylights, island kitchen, granite counters, SS appliances, oak floors. Master F/P. Central heat & A/C. laundry with storage. Fruit trees, fenced garden, detached office. Susie Belcher (928) 595-1461 or Jan Hall (928) 978-2165

Robyn Bossert (928) 978-3853

803 S Manzanita Drive: Exceptional home with exceptional features! Custom built-ins. island kitchen w/ bkfst bar plus dining area. granite counters, family room w/ bar, library nook, master en suite w/ walk-in closet, upper and lower covered decks, hot tub. Robyn Bossert (928) 978-3853 9920 W Fossil Creek Rd: Rare find on 4.21 acres! Single-levelon a hillside w/ stunning mountain, forest & meadow views. Open plan, spacious greatroom, quartz counters and soft-close cabinets. Antique barn wood doors, en suite master. 2 car garage with storage, no HOA. Barbie Miller (928) 978-0777 745 E Del Chi Drive: Ranch land and home on 4 parcels. In addition to the house, there is a 12,000 sf ramada, 2 wells, a horse facility with stalls, and acreage. Has water rights from Tonto Creek. Being sold ''AS IS / WHERE IS''. Sale requires court approval.

BRs/Baths: 4/4 Acres: 41.98

Jerrod Walton

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Christy Mikesell

Robyn Bossert

Cell (928) 978-3853

715 S. Beeline Hwy | Payson, Arizona

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Horse

Property

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PENDING!

198 S Cottonwood Lane: At the end of the lane, and a fully fenced yard. Livestock pens and a barn with room for hay storage. Large open area for gardens, parking, or future projects, Easy access to Nat'l Forest for miles of trail riding. 3BRs, 2 baths, 1000 sf. $170,000 (86186)

STAR VALLEY

PENDING!

PAYSON

The Right Time is ing k n i h T ing? l l e S of

NOW! I HAVE BUYERS!

706 N Snowberry Circle: Level 0.81-acre parcel, perfect for your new home! Architectural house plans. There are beautiful Ponderosa and oak trees on the property that provide the beauty of nature. $150,000 (86126)

PENDING!

604 E WADE LANE: Spacious mnf'd home with five bedrooms. Large kitchen with Shaker-style cabinets, stainless appliances. Large living room and additional family room. There are vaulted ceilings with skylights. Big master suite and bath with double sinks, garden tub and separate shower. Two large storage sheds on the property. $350,000 (85833)

NEW ! ING LIST

PAYSON

SOL

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2201 E Grapevine Drive , Chaparral Pines Mountain Elegance on the 12th fairway, a stunning 4BR, 5 bath, multi-level home. Dark walnut flooring, elegant kitchen with white Italian marble counters, Wolf gas stove and m/w, SubZero refrigerator, and Miele d/w. Walk-in pantry with coffee bar. Living / dining combo w/ vaulted ceiling, gas F/P, and awesome course and mountain views. Main-level primary BR suite w/ walk-in closet, dual vanities, jetted tub, walk-in shower, plus a sitting room. Second en suite on main level, plus a laundry area and a powder room. Top CP level boasts a large bedroom and bath. Private patio w/ full bath. Lower level has stained concrete flooring with family room, SubZero refrigerator and d/w, laundry room, and guest quarters w/ BR, sitting room, ¾ bath, and coffee room with SubZero refrigerator, m/w, and sink. Shutters throughout, and a Ponderosa Golf Membership is included! $1,535,000 (86196)

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807 N Grapevine Circle: Two BRs, two baths, 1264 sf, and a 2-car detached garage, all move-in ready on a cul-de-sac lot in Chaparral Pines. SS appliances, granite counters. Upgraded carpet, laminate and wood flooring all compliment this open floor plan. The living room boasts a vaulted T&G ceiling and stone-clad gas fireplace. $530,000 (86006)

1006 N Scenic Drive: Mountain views, on the water and the golf course in Chaparral Pines! Primary suite with floor-to-ceiling stone F/P (gas). Also, split ensuite w/ separate powder room. Laundry with storage. Kitchen SS farm sink, 5-burner gas cooktop, double ovens, island with sink, pull outs, breakfast bar, granite counters and pantry. $1,599,000 (85947)

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SALE PENDING! PAYSON NEEDS STORAGE UNITS! This level 1.58acre commercial parcel in the center of town is perfect for a developer, contractor, or investor, and already has some improvements in the ground. What an opportunity to make something happen on this incredible piece of property! (84039)

WHAT A DEAL! 0.5-acre lot w/ incredible views of mountains and town! Lot is sloped, but perfect for building a new home that allows you to take in all that Payson has to offer. This is not one to miss out on! Town utilities are at the lot line. Call today for more information.

Backing the Nat'l Forest with views of the Mogollon Rim, this amazing lot is just under 0.25-acre and is the perfect opportunity to make your dream home a reality. Property already has a culvert, access to the lot, and all town utilities are at the lot line. Come see all the Positive Possibilities of Building in Payson! Call today for more details!

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FEATURED LISTING 178 W Covey Lane: 3BR, 2 bath, 1980 sf Fleetwood w/ 3-car garage & RV parking w/ hookups. Huge master, office. Front & rear covered patios, storage building, fenced yard. $386,900 (85992)

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SALE PENDING 198 E Nip N Tuck Drive: 2BR, 2 bath, 2017 Cavco w/ carport. Privacy, panoramic views, 0.98acre. Covered patio, fenced yard, storage shed, shared well. Shown by appointment only. $270,000 (86017)

45130 N Hwy 188: Two bedroom, two bath, 910 square foot Quality Park Model manufactured home with an attached two-car garage, all on a 0.69-acre corner parcel. $240,000 (85978)

285 S Old Highway 188: Own this historic Central Arizona landmark - Punkin Center Bar / Restaurant & Punkin Center Lodge! Unlimited potential. $998,000 (85670)

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302 S Mulberry Drive: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1560 sf, 2-car garage plus a double carport. Remodeled & upgraded, all appliances. Front & rear patios, fenced yard. $285,000 (86031)

• 12 Walnut Springs Blvd: 0.23-acre sloped lot w/ septic on paved road. Sierra Ancha views. $36,900 (85924) • 54 W Ironwood Lane: 0.23-acre lot zoned R1-D10. Site-built or mnf’d. $49,000 (85515) • 5Q W Raven Cliff Way: 0.70-acre cul-de-sac parcel zoned GU. $74,900 (84658) • 83B S Moose Point Dr: 0.96-acre parcel on a cul-de-sac. Overlooks creek, RV OK, power & water. $69,900 (84190)

• 188A N Pioneer Pass: 1.45 acres zoned GU. Septic in, blacktop street. $74,500 (82600) PENDING! • B & D 5455 S Ewing Trail: Two 1.4-acre view parcels zoned GU. Horse property. All border Nat’l Forest. Water available, electric nearby. OWC! $94,900 each • 115 W Buckshot Ln: 0.94-acre commercial parcel on corner of SR 188 w/ 181' frontage. $189,000 (85807) • 741 W Gila Monster: 1.78 acres zoned GU. Borders Nat'l Forest. Two electric meters. Well water. $189,900 (83870)

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246 Walnut Springs Blvd: 3BR, 2 bath, 1120 sf, 2003 Cavco w/ tall RV garage & carport. Secluded 0.84-acre parcel with fantastic vews. Property is being sold AS IS. $223,000 (85928)

! D L O S 44247 N Hwy 188: 5.89 acres close to the lake with septic, well & electric, plus public water line is at the west boundary of the parcel. Fantastic views. $212,000 (85727) • 44247 N Hwy 188: 5.89 acres zoned GU, Horses OK. Septic, electric, well, views! $229,000 (85727) SOLD! • 5N W Canyon Ridge Dr: 4.57 GU acres bordering Nat’l Forest. Awesome canyon views, site-built only. $229,000 (84204) •3G W Elmer Lane: 4.42 acres zoned GU, cul-de-sac, borders Nat'l Forest, horses OK. $289,000 (84203)

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2809 W BULLA DRIVE: The home you’ve been waiting for! Brand new roof, brand new HVAC, totally move-in ready. Open kitchen floor plan into the family room. Big Mogollon Rim views from the living room bay window. Covered front porch to enjoy that view. Covered back patio area, perfect for private get-togethers. Very well landscaped, right up to the adjacent Nat’l Forest. Paved circular drive with RV parking, and a small work shop / shed. One-level living, above the world, it seems. Peaceful, calm and serene. Furnishings negotiable. $425,000 (86203)

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905 N BEELINE HIGHWAY, #8: NO STEPS! Ground-level with easy access from parking lot. Freshly painted 2BR, 2 bath condo in complex that has swimming pool, pickle ball court, horse shoe pit, putting green, and an area for BBQs and picnics. Condo itself is cozy and comfortable. All electric, with newer appliances, electric insert in F/P, and two doors - one from the living room and one from the master bedroom - going out to the gated patio area. Owner / Agent $280,000 (85873)

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1008 S Butte Crest Cir: This incredible 7BR, 4 bath 4488 sf home has a massive F/P, a 2-car garage and is on a 0.26-acre culde-sac lot. $575,000 (86109)

16 N Star Vale Drive, #135B: 2BR, 2 bath, 768 sf, 2021 Clayton Park Model in idyllic location. 55+ community with clubhouse & pickle ball courts. $455 / mo land lease. Call for details. $139,000 (86178)

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360 S Moonlight Dr: Cozy 2BR, full bath, 1120 sf site-built home with garage. Features include a F/P (gas), spacious sunroom, a new roof, new HVAC (’21), and more! Better hurry! $269,000

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GINGER JEFFERS, GRI, ASSOC. BROKER

Cell: (928) 978-2307 eMail: DaleInPine@TheRiver.com Web: www.DaleInPine.com

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Lots of potential here! Partially remodeled four bedroom, two bath home on a fenced lot with new laminate flooring, new heat pump / AC, new interior paint and toilets. Needs a little TLC. Being sold “AS IS” for just $198,400! (86157)

Looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway in the mountains, or a rental? Take a look at this remodeled 2BR, 2 bath w/ split heating / cooling, step-saver kitchen and gas F/P in living room. Has a 4-car garage w/ work bench and pellet stove, plus a storage shed in back. Furnished. $396,500 (86181)

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6140 Skyview Circle: Top-of-the-world views for miles! Used brick F/P & hearth, wood interior walls, galley kitchen with new appliances and pantry, extra-wide deck, lighted exterior stairs for easy night access, roof & septic 5 years old, new A/C, paved parking, all on a pretty 0.29-acre lot. $475,000 (85653)

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Just refurbished! Affordable 2BR, 2 bath, new paint inside &out, new laminate flooring, new range & refrigerator, two new window A/C units. Fully-fenced double lot with mature mesquite trees. $161,400 (85126)

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Great weekender or year-round home. Meticulously maintained 3BR, 2 bath cabin is move-in ready! Tree-top Rim views from the partly covered front deck. 3rd BR could be an office with lots of windows and access to the fenced yard. Utility room w/ freezer space and storage. Upgrades include roof, gutters, 40-gal water heater, and furnace. Tall crawl space beneath the home for storage or maybe a future workshop! $399,000 (85507)

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Perfect getaway cabin with a bedroom on the main floor and a spacious sleeping loft. The great room features a stone fireplace, soaring vaulted beamed ceiling, solid oak floors and lots of windows with mountain views. Won’t last long at $308,000! (85773)

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Privacy! Secluded 3BR, 2 bath cabin on a halfacre bordering the Nat’l Forest. Greatroom w/ pine flooring, vaulted open beam ceiling, T&G walls, stone-clad F/P, wall of windows. Expansive, partly covered, wrap-around composite deck. Large walk-in sub-area for lots of storage. $477,000 (85175)

! D L SO One-of-a-kind, well-maintained 3BR, 2 bath home that looks newer than it is! Recent laminate flooring and roof. Large pantry. Refinished decks. Massive F/P w/ pellet insert, lined with brick inside and stone outside. Very private. $475,000 (85311)

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ELEGANT AND TIMELESS… 3BR, 4 baths, 3608± sf, single-level custom home in The Rim Club, a gated golf community. Panoramic mountain views from every window! Impressive entry, wood flooring, vaulted woodbeam ceilings, family room,begin rock-clad fireplace, gourmet kitchen eatI cannot to express how thankful I am to be a with part of our Rimcombo. Country Leathered community.granite You have all supported me as in nook and formal dining kitchen with high-end a top producing Realtor® and I am grateful to have so appliances, Deckton trillium counters with waterfall finishes, reclaimed many opportunities to give back. In the past two years I barnwood & custom hardware. Wine have been blessed to be a room, part of:bar room with sycamore bartop, ice maker, small refrigerator, and Master suite with | Helping fund the new Paysonpool Hightable. School gym ﬂoor. | Serving as Board President of the Time Outwalk-in-closets, Shelter. French doors, lower transom windows, elegant lighting, | Joining the Aspire Foundation board suites & fundraising efforts. bidet, and a tiled shower with window! Two guest and a potential | Helping the Humane Society ﬁnd homes for rescue dogs. fourth bedroom| Promoting or hobby our room. The exterior features an impressive town’s “Adventure Payson” campaign. covered patio, piped hot tub, privacyyou, fence, plus | Lastlypropane and mostBBQ, importantly, assisting all my v there’s alued an attached 3½-car garage withorepoxied floor. $1,790,000 (86154) clients, in selling purchasing properties.

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Payson, Arizona • 85541 • Area Code 928 • Arizona Time Zone

The Rim Country Above it all...

If you’ve never seen Central Arizona, if you’ve only traveled

the “Interstate Corridors” of I-10 and I-40, or if you think Arizona is simply the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon and the Great Sonoran Desert, then prepare yourself for what we believe may prove to be one of the most pleasant surprises of your life.

You’re in Central Arizona’s “Rim Country,” a four-season vacation getaway that’s well off the beaten path, yet so much closer than Prescott or Flagstaff, and much more majestic than the two combined. Before you is a spectacular geological formation known as The Mogollon Rim (pronounced Muggy’-own). Referred to by locals simply as “the Rim,” this gargantuan 2000 foot escarpment bisects the state from east to west for almost two hundred miles, and towers above the communities of Payson, Pine, Strawberry, Kohl’s Ranch and Christopher Creek Completely surrounded by National Forest, these picturesque mountain towns and villages exist in a unique temperate zone, one in which the weather evolves through all four seasons, ranging from mediterranean to alpine, and providing a climate hospitable to flora and fauna in an environment found nowhere else in the entire Southwest. On the drive up from the glitter of metropolitan Phoenix, the traveler marvels as the Sonoran Cottonwood, mesquite, Palo Verde and Saguaro stubbornly give way to grasslands dotted with oak, pinyon and juniper. As the altitude increases and the temperature drops, the edges of a vast, sprawling pine forest come into view. Few know that Central Arizona’s National Forests contain the world’s largest stand of Ponderosa Pine, the source of what environmentalists worldwide describe as “some of the purest air to be found anywhere on the planet.” The trip up the Beeline Highway to Payson, the vibrant hub of the Rim Country communities, is a scenic and gradual climb to just over 5000 feet. Highway 87 continues north to Pine, and eventually reaches 6000' in the rarefied air of Strawberry Village.

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If you were to drive north from Shea Boulevard for just over an hour on the Beeline Highway (State Hwy 87), you’d find you’re 4000 feet higher in elevation than Phoenix in the Valley of the Sun, and fifteen to twenty degrees cooler, no matter what time of year.

Early morning sky - Strawberry, Arizona Traveling east from Payson, State Highway 260 winds through the pine-clad foothills along the base of the Rim for about 30 miles, through Kohl’s Ranch, again reaching 6000' in Christopher Creek. Then, climbing the face of the Rim itself, the highway tops out at 7800 feet near Forest Lakes, where even midsummer nights require a jacket. Here atop the Rim are seven separate lakes, each with its own unique atmosphere, and each worth a trip to explore. Scattered throughout the Rim Country’s countless forested acres are numerous lakes, streams, campgrounds, trails, cabins, homes, ranches, lodges, and myriad business opportunities for those of an entrepreneurial spirit. There is truly something here for everyone, whether that “something” is a remote cabin in the tall pines, a sprawling ranch, or a magnificent contemporary on a mountain top, the Rim Country has it all. So, just pick a season... here in the Rim Country, we have a spectacular one for any time of the year. Then, come on up and discover one of the last of Arizona’s best kept secrets!

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Payson, Arizona • 85541 • Area Code 928 • Arizona Time Zone

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ocated at the geographic "heart" of the state of Arizona and a pleasant 90-minute drive from the Phoenix metropolitan area, Payson is renowned for its beauty, recreational opportunities and, more recently, its dynamic business and investment environment. At an elevation of 4,890 feet, the area enjoys a mild fourseason climate that attracts visitors from all over the world throughout the year. Rich in its western heritage, Payson - with an average trade area population of some 30,000 - offers the atmosphere of rural America, with the amenities of a metropolis. SCENIC ATTRACTIONS Nestled in the gently rolling foothills of the majestic Mogollon Rim - a 7,000 foot, 200 mile long escarpment - Payson is just a short drive away from the seven Rim Lakes and countless trout streams. Popular outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing and hunting. One of only three pure air ozone belts in the world, Payson sits on the edge of the world's largest stand of Ponderosa pine. Local attractions include the Tonto Natural Bridge, Shoo-Fly Indian Archaeological Site, the Zane Grey Museum, Tonto Fish Hatchery, the Llama Ranch, the town-wide Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, and the 45-acre Green Valley Lake and Recreation Area. Payson hosts the "World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo" in August in its new Multi-Event Center. The "Festival Capitol of Arizona" season begins with a May Classic Auto Show & Swap Meet, an "Old Timers Rodeo" and a Country Music Festival in June, and the Rim Country Western Heritage Festival in July, Rodeo and Parade in August, and State Championship Fiddlers Contest in September. COMMUNITY FACILITIES Payson offers a broad range of community facilities including a library, museum, multi-plex theater, golf course, four lighted tennis courts, an auditorium, swimming pool, three parks, a bowling alley, two health clubs and rodeo grounds. Communication. In addition to communication resources from the rest of the state, Payson has a local twice-weekly

newspaper, two local radio stations (AM & FM) and cable TV service with local government access. Satellite TV and cellular phone service is available, as is high-speed broadband internet service, from a number of local providers. Education. Payson has three public and three private elementary schools, one middle school, three charter schools, one high school and a new community college with five degree and three certificate programs. Medical. Banner Payson Medical Center has a 44-bed facility which provides inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, imaging, medical, surgical and emergency care to the greater Payson area. Additionally, there are three assisted living facilities, and over 30 Primary Care Physicians in the area, in addition to a number of osteopaths, orthodontists, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, opticians and ophthalmologists. Finance. There are three full-service banks and two mortgage banking offices in Payson. Further, Payson businesses are eligible for assistance in financing fixed assets through the Business Finance Division of the Arizona Department of Commerce. Information on industrial development bonds within the town may be obtained from the same source or from the Industrial Development Authority of Payson, Payson Economic Development Corporation, c/o Director for Economic Development, Payson Town Hall, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona 85541. Government. Payson is governed by a mayor, six council members and a town manager. The town has a local police department and a county sheriffs substation. The fire department has both full and part-time personnel. Airport. Payson Municipal Airport (CTAF 122.8 MHz) supports some 30,000 operations per year on its lighted 5,500' x 75' runway at 5,157' ASL, and offers FBO, fueling, maintenance and restaurant facilities. Industrial Properties. There are two industrial parks available, one located at the junction of State Highway 87 (Beeline Hwy) and State Highway 260, and the other adjacent to the Payson Municipal Airport. Lodging and Meeting Facilities. Payson is home to a number of hotels, motels and other lodging facilities with a total in excess of 600 rooms. Meeting facilities are available, with the largest seating 200 people. Additionally, the area offers several bed & breakfast and cabin-type facilities, as well as nine RV parks and six local campgrounds. Information provided by: The Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce (928) 474-4515, and the Arizona Department of Commerce (602) 280-1321.

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Pine & Strawberry, Arizona • 85544 • Area Code 928 • Arizona Time Zone

Pine & Strawberry Under the Rim

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So, you’d like a little cabin in the mountains, a quiet, secluded place where you can get away from it all, but Payson seems a little too “suburban”, too much like a real town, with traffic lights and everything? Well, hop back up on that buckboard, partner, and head north for about another sixteen miles to the quaint alpine villages of Pine and Strawberry. Here you’ll find exactly what you’ve been looking for, and not a bit more! Founded back in the 1870’s and 80’s, Pine and Strawberry are two of the prettiest little “bedroom communities” you could ever imagine, each tucked snugly in its own lush, pine-covered valley, nestled against the magnificent backdrop of the towering Mogollon Rim. Here the residents enjoy all four of the seasons, each distinct from the others, and all of them pleasantly mild by comparison.

Tonto Natural Bridge SP - Pine, Arizona Landmark, Arizona’s oldest standing schoolhouse. Refurbished and operated as a museum, it’s not unusual on any weekend to see visitors sitting quietly at the old, cramped desks, their fingertips tracing century-old initials carved in the weathered wood, recalling their own earliest memories.

Signs of an early Mormon heritage are everywhere to be seen, particularly in the architecture of the many fascinating buildings that still remain from the days of the pioneers. One such structure, The Old Strawberry Schoolhouse, built in 1885, is a State Historical

Other reminders of days gone by can be found in abundance in the many antique and curio shops that line both sides of the main drag in Pine. Each of these shops has an ambience all its own, and could very well be the hiding place for that elusive whatsit you’ve been seeking. These shops also showcase the exciting works of local artisans and craftspeople. Another attraction that’s threatening to put the area on the map is Arizona’s newest State Park, the Tonto Natural Bridge. One billion, seven hundred million years in the making, this amazing 183-foot high geological marvel spans the crystal clear waters of Pine Creek. It is believed to be the world’s largest natural travertine bridge, and as such, is generating much interest among naturalists the world over. The park offers lodging accommodations, camping, hiking and picnicking, in addition to its spectacular scenery.

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But wait, antiques, old buildings and bridges are not all you’ll find. These twin communities have more southfacing hillsides and gentle mountain slopes than you’ll find anywhere else in Arizona. There are countless perfect locations for that hideaway cabin or that cedarand-glass, passive solar palace you want to build. And, the views are forever. Once you visit, you’ll want to stay, and you’ll wonder why you waited so long!

Christopher Creek, Arizona • 85541• Area Code 928 • Arizona Time Zone

Christopher Creek THIS PICTURESQUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE, at an elevation of 5900 feet just 22 miles east of Payson, is nestled on the banks of spring fed Christopher Creek, which runs just beneath the majestic Mogollon Rim. This towering escarpment of Red Rock known locally as “The Rim” heaves its zigzag cliffs and ledges gloriously upward for over 200 miles, reaching elevations near 8,000 feet. The Christopher Creek area was once traveled by the ancient Anasazi, and was more recently made famous by Zane Grey, many of whose classic Western novels were set in this mystical, wild land he called “Tonto Country”. Located within one of the world’s largest stand of Ponderosa Pines, the pure air carries aloft the sweet fragrance of pine and juniper, day in and day out. Within minutes of Christopher Creek, avid anglers can be found knee deep in rushing streams that tumble beneath a canopy of oak and sycamore; or you may find them casting into one of the Seven Rim Lakes on top of the Mogollon Rim. Wildlife of all kinds and descriptions inhabits this beautifully rugged and sometimes primitive area. Elk, deer, eagle, turkey, squirrel and rabbit are among the many species that can be seen almost at will. Hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians can enjoy the Highline Trail, over fifty-one miles of maintained recreational area, winding through the foothills beneath The Rim, with occasional trails that break away and ascend through the pines to the very top.

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From Christopher Creek, the more adventurous can explore caves and hidden fossil beds, while others follow clear streams and lakes, becoming part of the wild woodland. Experience the miles and miles of rolling greenery, the peaceful solitude... feel thousands of miles from home. There is no playground like the forest! The Seven Rim Lakes and many streams are stocked with trout through the summer, and Woods Canyon Lake offers boat rentals. Among the many activities to enjoy are hiking, fishing, camping and horseback riding; driving tours, wildlife and bird watching; cross country skiing and snow mobiling. All activities are seasonal, of course. The various driving tours of the area are numerous and truly spectacular. On top of the Rim is Forest Service Road 300, or FS 300, a scenic drive with lookouts providing breathtakingly awesome views of the vast Tonto National Forest below. Along the way, visitors are encouraged stop and fish one of the many lakes and streams, or explore the numerous and wellmarked Historical Sites. Numerous horse rental stables operate daily throughout the area. Most have guides ready to show visitors this diverse country on horseback. The “Tunnel to Nowhere” is a short 3/4 mile ride just below The Rim to the spot where, in 1883, the Arizona Mineral Belt Railroad company, desiring a more direct route for a north-south rail line, tried to bore into and up through the Mogollon Rim! GETTING THERE... Christopher Creek is approximately 100 miles from Phoenix. Take the Beeline Highway (State Route 87) north to Payson, then Highway 260 east for 22 scenic miles to Christopher Creek. WEATHER... A delightful 15 to 20 degrees cooler than Phoenix. Possible snow in winter. Elevation 5700’ - 6300’. TIPS... Bring comfortable shoes, sweater for summer evenings, make room reservations in advance (rates are lower during week). Christopher Creek information courtesy of Susan Keown eMail: eracrek@cybertrails.com

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Forest Lakes, Arizona • 85931 • Area Code 928 • Mountain Time Zone

Forest Lakes, Arizona WHAT BEGAN BACK IN 1939 as a mining claim, then evolved into a logging colony among the dense Ponderosa Pines high atop the Mogollon Rim in Coconino County, is now the bucolic, unincorporated mountain community of Forest Lakes, home to approximately 200 full-time residents. Due to the region’s high number of vacation and second-home owners who list their primary residence in several of Arizona’s major urban areas, most notably Phoenix, Mesa and Tucson, the local population soars well beyond that number during most summer weekends and on virtually all major holidays. It’s impossible to describe – and essential to experience – the transformative difference that a few miles can make, from the desert to the pines… it’s a completely different world. Completely surrounded by the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest and located on SR 260, Arizona’s longest and most-travelled eastwest state highway, Forest Lakes lies approximately midway between Payson and Show Low, and is known for its true four seasons, all of them mild. Because of its location within the largest contiguous stand

Quiet reflections in the forest - PHOTO: Jerry Clifton

of Ponderosa Pines in North America, Forest Lakes is a vacation retreat for campers, hikers, photographers, sightseers, hunters and outdoorsmen of all varieties, just a short 3-hour drive from Phoenix along some of the state’s most beautiful byways. At an elevation of 7570 feet, Forest Lakes enjoys refreshingly cool summers, a spectacularly colorful fall season, snowy but short winters, and a glorious spring full of fragrant flowers and wildlife for photographers, and fishing that draws anglers from miles around. The area is also known for its berry-picking opportunities, particularly raspberries in late summer and early autumn.

SCENIC ATTRACTIONS... Forest Lakes is surrounded by many year-round recreational opportunities and points of scenic interest. Immediately west and south of Forest lakes is the majestic Mogollon Rim, a steep escarpment ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 feet from the base to its highest plateau at about 8,000 feet above sea level. The Rim, as locals call it, extends for 200 miles across Central Arizona, dividing the northern plateau region from the lower central and southern desert areas of the state. The Rim offers many extraordinary views and numerous natural and man-made lakes, many ideal for boating and other water sports. Hunting for elk, mule deer, turkey, antelope, mountain lion and bear is permitted in the area, while fishing in the nearby lakes and trout streams is popular. And although not typically considered game animals, coyote, javelina, grey fox, bobcat and raccoons make their homes in and around Forest Lakes, among the countless rabbits, tree squirrels, chipmunks, and a few reported skunks. There are also extensive picnic and camping facilities available within the Black Mesa Ranger District, and there are uncounted miles of hiking trails throughout the surrounding Rim Lakes Recreation Area. For bird-watchers, Forest Lakes is known as a year-round home for several species, including owls, woodpeckers, flickers, jays, crows and ravens, to mention just a few. In summer, the trees are teeming with various migratory species, such as robins, swallows, doves, sparrows and several fascinating varieties of hummingbird. Other scenic attractions in the area include Willow Springs Lake, Woods Canyon Lake & Dam, Hidden Lake, the Spillway, Sinkhole and Canyon Point Campgrounds, and the Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery. Community Facilities... Forest Lakes offers a library, an auxiliary fire department, an owners association and a Neighborhood Watch program, and boasts a locally run insurance agency, a number of lodging accommodations, several RV parks, two dining establishments, a selection of local and nearby grocery, general and convenience stores, and professional real estate services. School-age residents attend class in nearby Heber-Overgaard. Public utilities are provided by APS (electric), Amerigas Propane, Larson Sanitation, Forest Lakes Domestic Water Improvement District, and Frontier Telephone. White Mountain Online provides internet service for the region.

Maximillian Daisies - PHOTO: D&J Awerkamp

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Young, Arizona • 85554• Area Code 928 • Mountain Time Zone

Young / Pleasant Valley Young, as the crow flies, is approximately 80 miles northeast of the Phoenix metro area. From the East Valley, it’s a pleasant three-hour drive up to Young. The town’s name, originally Pleasant Valley, was changed to Young because of Miss Ola Young, who served fifty years as the town’s first postmaster. To get there from Payson: Travel east on Hwy 260 approximately 33 miles. Climb up the face of the Mogollon Rim, continuing to the Young Road turnoff (FR 512). Turn right (south), slow down and enjoy the remaining 17 miles of all-weather, county-maintained road until the pavement begins again 4½ miles from the north edge of town. To get there from Globe: Travel north on Hwy 88 toward Roosevelt Lake for approximately 15 miles to the Hwy 288 turnoff. The first 11 miles of Hwy 288 are paved, and the next 35 have a well-maintained, all-weather driving surface. Slow down and enjoy the scenery.

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To get there by air: One can fly into what locals refer to as the “Young International Airport”, an unpaved, unlighted 4752’ runway that can actually accommodate most twin-engine aircraft. It is located on the Chamberlain Trail, about 5 miles from Young. Be sure to arrange for someone to pick you up, as there are no facilities at the airstrip, and taxis are few and far between.

Young Road from Globe looking north

Environment... The town of Young is located in Pleasant Valley, surrounded by the Tonto National Forest which attracts campers, hunters and fishermen. There are miles of trails to explore on horseback or on foot. Most areas in Young offer breath-taking views of the mountains that surround Pleasant Valley.

Winters are short and can be wet, with occasional 3 to 8 inch snow accumulation. A large snow storm here or on the Rim can mean several days without electricity in the town of Young. This adds, we feel, to the “true mountain experience”. The average high in January is 51º F. Low temperatures rarely dip below 10º. Woodstoves are a common source of home heating in Young. Summer high-low temperatures usually fluctuate about 40º, from daily highs of 80º - 95º to nighttime lows of 40º - 55º. The humidity is low, but not as dry as the desert. Air conditioning is rarely needed in Pleasant Valley. Rainfall averages about 25 inches annually. In 1992, a very wet year, Young had 33 inches! Monsoon storms in the area begin in late June, while May is generally the driest month. Gardeners begin planting frost-resistant veggies in April or May. It is possible to have frost (or even snow!) as late as early June. There are major archaeological finds and other fascinating historical sites throughout the entire area. On the 3rd weekend in July, Young celebrates Pleasant Valley Days with a parade and tours of the cabins and battle sites of the “Pleasant Valley War”. The museums

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The valley itself is fertile, with a rich and plentiful water supply. The elevation ranges from 5100 to 5600 feet, which makes for four mild but distinct seasons and a 6-month growing season. Fruit trees, berries, grapes as well as vegetable gardens flourish here. Juniper, oaks and Ponderosa Pines cover the hills and mountains surrounding Young, while the creek beds are lined with sycamores, walnut, willows and cottonwoods.

Young / Pleasant Valley from the Naeglin Rim

are open every weekend in summer, and gymkhanas are held for young people. There is a local Mormon congregation, plus the Young Baptist Church, and Grace Bible Fellowship Church. Young also has two grocery stores, a restaurant, an auto parts store, auto mechanic shops, a trap club and a library. There are Boy Scouts, Brownies, and Little League Baseball. The Community Council coordinates various affairs for the town and manages a roping arena and the community center. The U.S. Mail comes up six days a week from Globe. UPS delivers on weekdays, and picks up at a local business site. Federal Express delivers as needed, but does not do pick-ups... yet.

Young/Pleasant Valley information courtesy of Renée Zeising, eMail: ReneeInYoung@RNSMTE.com

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Heber~Overgaard, Arizona • 85933 • Area Code 928 • Mountain Time Zone

Heber~Overgaard, Arizona

Photo courtesy of Mark Cullinane

HEBER~OVERGAARD is located about 50 east of Payson in northeastern Arizona’s Navajo County. Situated in the Sitgreaves National Forest above the Mogollon Rim, the elevations of these twin communities range from 6,435 feet in Heber to 6,620 feet in Overgaard. Both are unincorporated. The communities are reached from Phoenix by taking state Highway 87 north to Payson, or from Winslow by taking state Highway 87 south to Payson, then continuing east via state Highway 260. During the Mormon migration in 1876 and 1877, the Little Colorado River settlements were established. James E. Shelley and Sanford Porter, Jr. founded Heber in 1883. Heber was named after Heber J. Grant, a prominent member of the Mormon Church. The post office in Heber was established in 1890 by James E. Shelley.

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Overgaard, adjoining Heber, was originally called Oklahoma Flat and was later named after the first sawmill owner. The post office in Overgaard was established in 1938.

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SCENIC ATTRACTIONS... The Heber~Overgaard area is surrounded by many year-round recreational opportunities and points of scenic interest. Immediately south of Heber~Overgaard is the Mogollon Rim, a steep escarpment ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 feet from the base to the highest plateau. The Rim divides the northern plateau region from the lower central and southern areas. The Rim offers many exceptional views and numerous man-made lakes ideal for boating and other water sports. Hunting for elk, deer, turkey, antelope and bear is permitted. Fishing, in nearby trout streams, is popular. There are also extensive picnic and camping facilities available within the area. Other scenic attractions in the area include Chevelon Canyon Dam, the Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery, Chevelon Butte, and the Fort Apache Indian Reservation. The 200-acre Mogollon Lake three miles east of Overgaard is in the planning stages.

COMMUNITY FACILITIES... Heber~Overgaard offers many community facilities including a library, 40-acre park, and many athletic facilities: baseball, football and Little League fields; basketball, volleyball, tennis and racquet ball courts; and a golf course. COMMUNICATION... In addition to communication resources from the rest of the state, Heber~Overgaard has a weekly newspaper, receives several radio stations from Holbrook, Show Low and Flagstaff, has 12 television channels available on cable, and one from Flagstaff. Local internet services are also available.

AIRPORT... Residents of Heber~Overgaard have access to public airports in Show Low 36 miles southeast, or Taylor, 29 miles northeast. LODGING AND MEETING FACILITIES... There are two motels with 56 units available in the area, and four meeting facilities with the largest seating up to 300, three with seating for 50 or less. Several RV parks and cabin rentals are available. The 42-unit Best Western Sawmill Inn was completed in September 1995.

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EDUCATIONAL... Heber/Overgaard has two elementary school, junior high and high school. Student enrollment is approximately 551. Northland Pioneer College, a state-accredited community college, serves Navajo County. The college has centers located in Winslow, Snowflake, Heber and Show Low. The main administrative and service campus is in Holbrook. Areas of study include occupational programs, with business, health, home economics and technical trade courses; and, transfer programs including business, fine arts and social sciences. Northern Arizona University, in partnership with Northland Pioneer College, offers undergraduate and graduate programs; for information, call (520) 367-1152.

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• Average annual total snow, sleet and hail: 51.3 inches (based on a 30-year average) Excerpted from Community Profile prepared by the Arizona Department of Commerce in cooperation with the Heber~Overgaard Chamber of Commerce.

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Tonto Basin, Arizona • 85553• Area Code 928 • Arizona Time Zone

Tonto Basin Roosevelt Lake THE GREAT TONTO BASIN, a verdant oasis in the Sonoran desert, lies in the Salt River valley beneath the Mogollon Rim in Central Arizona, roughly mid-way between Phoenix and Payson. Bounded by Mt. Ord and Four Peaks to the west, the Hellsgate Wilderness Area to the north, and the Sierra Ancha and Aztec Peak to the east, the broad, grassy plain contains Roosevelt Lake, a favorite of avid anglers searching for trophy largemouth and smallmouth bass, channel catfish and crappie, and home to several professional tournaments. Add in water-skiing, jet-skiing, sailing, swimming and general boating recreation and you have one of the most popular water recreation destinations in the region. At an elevation of 2151’ ASL, air temperatures generally fall 5° to 10° cooler than Phoenix in the summer, and 20° to 30° warmer than Payson in the winter. Although water temperatures can exceed 90°F in July, cooling afternoon thunderstorms are a blessing. With miles and miles of beach area for camping along the lake’s edges, it is the largest man-made reservoir located entirely in the state of Arizona. Fed from the north by Tonto Creek, and from the south by the Salt River, Roosevelt Lake was completed in 1911. It is 24 miles long with a maximum depth of over 300’, has 128 miles of shoreline, and covers an area of about 22,000 acres when full. The 1080’ long Roosevelt Bridge near the dam on the lake’s western shore is the longest two lane, single-span, steel arch bridge in North America. Originally settled by cattle ranchers in the mid-1800s, the Great Tonto Basin is now home to approximately 1500 fulltime residents. And although this major center for hunting, fishing, boating, camping, quad-riding and general vacationing is geographically close to Phoenix, the shortest route from the south is through Apache Junction via the unpaved Apache Trail, so the number of visitors on any given day is surprisingly less than many of the other lakes close to the city. This makes Roosevelt Lake a delightfully uncrowded weekend destination, and a place of virtual serenity midweek. Paved access from the west and north is via the Beeline Highway (SR 87) to SR 188, which then follows the western shoreline of the lake south to Globe. Along the highway you’ll find the communities of Jake’s Corner, Punkin Center, Tonto Basin and Roosevelt, offering two grocery stores, a post office, several home-style restaurants, two establishments providing motel-style accommodations, four gas stations, four nightspots and a private marina on the lake with gas services and a general store open to the public. In addition to ample “at large” locations for RVers and tent campers, there is a wildlife refuge area at the northern end of the lake, and literally hundreds and hundreds of developed camp sites along

the western shoreline. The eastern shore of the lake is extremely rugged and undeveloped, accessible only by boat and jeep trails. Popular destinations for tourists, hikers and photographers are the guided and self-guided tours at the Tonto National Monument, just a couple miles south of the marina on Hwy 188. These well-preserved cliff dwellings, built high above the basin floor and occupied by the Salado culture between 1150 and 1450 AD, have been both protected and open to the public since 1907, when President Theodore Roosevelt established the monument under the Antiquities Act of 1906. Immediately adjacent to the marina, Tonto National Forest Visitor Center features a museum with archeological exhibits and a 12-minute orientation slide program, a gift shop, interpretive literature, restrooms and vending machines.

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