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Payson Homes & Land REAL ESTATE
327 S Golden Bear Point - $574,900 - Just completed, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath energyefficient split plan home comes with a two-year builder warranty! Home features vaulted ceilings, stainless appliances, beautiful cabinets with soft-close hinges, quartz counter tops, amazing tile showers, breakfast bar, large walk-in pantry, master bedroom with a large walk-in closet, fenced back yard, three-car garage with high ceilings that can support car lifts, and so much more! New owner will fall in love with the new easy living, Payson lifestyle. Make this beautiful custom home your new Payson getaway, call today! Seller is offering $5,000 in seller concessions with an acceptable offer!
(928) 595-2218
TO BE BUILT
707 E Cherry St - $474,900 - This stunning, single-level, 3BR, 2 bath custom home (soon to be under construction) in gorgeous Payson, Arizona, features a spacious split floor plan that makes it easy to both relax and entertain, with two extra-large patio doors leading to the covered patio and fenced back yard. This home will have a large master bedroom with a custom walk-in closet, exquisite tile work in the bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, and ample space in the garage to park just about anything! Call today to see this amazing plan. Built by JA MOUNTAIN VIEW CUSTOM HOMES, LLC. Pictures shown are of the same home on a different lot.
MEET THE BUILDER
Tony Cerna
As the owner of JA Mountain View Custom Homes, Tony has been a big part of Payson Homes & Land since 2019. We really like working with Tony because we always know when he lists a new build with us, the buyers will always get a quality-built home with a ton of upgrades, from beautiful paver driveways & patios to elegant finishes throughout the home. We currently have multiple listings available with JA Mountain View Custom Homes. If you have any questions or would just like to take a walk through one of these amazing properties, CALL US TODAY!
203 W Bonita: Great property, many possibilities! Functioning beauty salon, could be converted into a home or office. Currently has 7 hair stations, nail station, shampoo / beauticians' storage & color mixing station, massage & esthetician rooms, laundry, 2½ baths. $300,000 (89920)
1128 S Sycamore: Thinking about building or investing in property? Here it is! The perfect 0.16-acre lot at the end of a culde-sac with panoramic views of the town and the Mogollon Rim. Firewised, great neighborhood. $75,000 (90522) 612 E Coronado Way: Beautiful move-in ready home located in Golden Frontier! This is a recently remodeled 3BR w/ 3 baths and a 2+car garage on a ±0.25-acre fenced lot. Lots of windows for natural light, two fireplaces, large BRs, a living room, family room and plenty of outdoor living space. New roof, firepit, and a garden shed that can also be a workshop. $644,000 (90530)
TBD N McLane Rd: Level 10-acre parcel zoned R-175. Borders the Tonto National Forest on two sides, and the Payson Airport on the south. Horses and RVs permitted. Can be split. Potential for subdivision! Call for all the details! $1,000,000 (88547)
901 W Country Lane: 4BRs, 3 baths, 2-car garage, ±2737 sf, greatroom, remodeled island kitchen w/ double oven, gas cooktop, hickory cabinets, quartz counters, laminate wood flooring, and an oversized walk-in pantry. Formal dining, living room, gas F/P, Arizona room, and an abundance of storage. $658,000 (90665)
has a large greatroom and an additional room that makes for an inviting living room. Lovely front covered front and back decks for those beautiful days or nights here in the Rim Country. $509,000 (90296)
520 W Main Street: Remodeled commercial building (C3 ), the oldest business in Payson with a rich history dating back to 1882. Originally established as a saloon, the building became known as “Bootleg Alley” during Prohibition. This is a “must see” property with endless possibilities… a restaurant, retail space, community center, or any other commercial enterprise. $579,000 (90479)
1805 E Cliff Rose Drive: Beautiful ± one-acre parcel in Chaparral Pines with lots of natural vegetation and panoramic views of the Granite Dells and the Mogollon Rim. 24/7 guardgated golf community. $150,000 (89495)
Lot C, E Brown Rd - ±1.01 acres
$129,000 (89560)
Lot D, E Brown Rd - ±1 acre
507 E Phoenix St: Unobstructed views of the Mogollon Rim and the town from the main level of the home. Sit out on the deck or in your large, vaulted living room and watch the storms roll in. It offers 3BRs, 4 baths, ±2138 livable sf, and a 3-car garage. New HVAC system installed in June of 2024. $559,000 (90183) SOLD!
$134,500 (89559)
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3787 Cemetery Road: 5BR, 3 baths, 3407 sf, 7-car garage, all on one acre. House, guest house, huge 28 x 48 shop! $995,000 (90105)
6401 W Marcy Way: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1536 sf, 2+car garage. Vaulted greatroom, island kitchen. Rim & Strawberry Mountain views. $575,000 (90656)
9122 W Circle Drive: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2027 sf, 2-car garage, secluded 0.40-acre lot. This is horse property for just $632,000! (90247)
4390 N Enchanted Circle: 4BRs, 3 baths, 1956 sf, 2-car garage, in Portal IV. Expansive views, and it comes furnished! $725,000 (90428)
4029 N Apache Trail: 2BR, full bath, 1144 sf cabin in the woods with an amazing deck and great views. Priced to sell at just $369,900! (90437)
683 W Eleanor Dr: On the river! 3BRs, 2 baths, greatroom, furnished. New siding, windows and composite decks. Fully fenced. $615,000 (90652)
1809 W Fairway Ln: 4BRs, 3 baths, 2225 sf, 2-car garage. House and guest house bordering the golf course! Now only $625,000! (89944)
6491 W Ruin Hill Loop: 3BRs, 3 baths, 2502 SF, 2+car garage. Incredible view decks, front and back! Turn-key, it's furnished! $945,000 (90427)
$555,500 (90575)
6346 W Sharyn Road: 3BRs, 3 baths, 2340 sf, 2-car garage. Beautiful 0.46-acre park-like setting! Better hurry! $610,000 (90355)
5776 W Sundance Dr: 3BRs, 3 baths, 2280 sf, 2-car garage. Huge game / bonus room. Covered front deck. Great location! $675,000 (89924)
1109 N Gila Drive: 2BRs, 2 baths, oversized garage, 1256 sf. Well-maintained home built in 2006 and affordably priced at $397,000. (90533)
603 E Reno Ridge Cir: Single-level, 3BRs, 2 baths, 2-car garage, newer roof, wood flooring, vaulted ceiling, F/P, decking.
Listing!
Rim, right from your doorstep. You're just a convenient 10-minute drive from town, making it so you can enjoy the best of both worlds with easy access to shopping, dining, and other amenities. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of paradise. Experience the perfect blend of rural charm and modern convenience. Call today! $560,000 (90564)
877 W OXBOW TRAIL: Embrace the tranquility of this rural haven, this 3BR, 2 bath home, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Bring your side-by-sides and horses to explore the numerous scenic trails in the area. Nestled on 1.35 acres, this property offers breathtaking views from every angle, providing a sense of peace and serenity. Enjoy the 20 x 20 shop that is equipped with heating, cooling, and cable TV. Experience the priceless views of Milk Ranch Point and the Mogollon 1008 E PHOENIX STREET: Welcome to this gorgeous property that offers the perfect blend of comfort and charm. This home is sure to delight, featuring three bedrooms and three bathrooms, an open floor plan, and a real woodburning fireplace in the greatroom / living area. The bright and spacious kitchen boasts a center island, sleek countertops, and ample cabinet space, making it ideal for both everyday
living and entertaining. Step outside and you'll find a beautifully landscaped yard, a tranquil oasis with mature trees, lush greenery surrounding a covered patio. Call today... you don't want to miss this opportunity to make this stunning home your very own! $765,000 (90586)
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MAIN ST: 0.75-acre commercial parcel on Main Street, across from Chamber of Commerce and new County offices, immediately adjacent to Sawmill shopping mall and theater. C-3 zoning, high-profile corner. $235,000 (86458)
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RIM VIEW HEIGHTS ESTATES
1107 S Western Drive: Charming 3BR, 2 bath home on a 0.92-acre parcel in Rodeo Ranches,
(90198)
6323 W Bradshaw Dr: 4BRs, 2 baths, 2925 sf, 2-car attached garage plus carport, all on a 0.43-acre lot. Greatroom with large stone F/P with insert, tall windows for natural light, wood flooring, high ceiling, wood beam accents, chef's kitchen with lots of counter space, gas range & oven, and a coffee nook. Flagstone patio, fenced back yard. (89763)
411 W Black Forest Lane, Alpine Village: 3BRs, 3 baths, 1892 sf, 2-car detached garage plus carport, all on a beautifully treed 0.30-acre lot. Beautiful oak flooring in the living room with wood burning fireplace, spacious kitchen with granite countertops and tons of storage. Primary bedroom is on the main living area with walk-in closest and an ensuite with jetted tub! Loft plus two upstairs BRs with bath. Spacious back yard with 3 storage sheds. (89729)
480 S Rainbow Dr, Houston Creek RV Park: Move-in ready 1BR, full bath, ±800 sf park model with finished addition, new flooring, fresh paint and new windows. Roof sealed in ‘23. 40-gal water heater, shower/bath combo, propane stove in family room, window A/C, ceiling fans. Patio and storage shed out back. Houston Creek RV Park, a 55+ community. (89585)
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438 W Round Valley Road
Round Valley / Oxbow
Welcome home to country living on 1.2 acres, fully fenced and crossfenced, and ready for your pets big and small… horses, too! This home offers 1648 sf of spacious living, to include three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a greatroom with vaulted ceilings, a fireplace and an atrium with doors that open to the covered deck out back.
The large kitchen, has a breakfast nook, a pantry, and lots of storage, plus access to the garage through the laundry room. The primary bedroom ensuite has a walk-in-shower, a walk-in closet, and a generous linen closet.
There's a 2-car garage and a 2-car carport, plus lots of off-street parking. This property has its own well, two large storage sheds (one with power) that could be used as a workshop. Off the covered back deck is a gazebo and another large fenced-in area for a garden.
This acreage is located close to the Tonto National Forest, where you will find endless riding and hiking trails. Updates made in 2024 include roofing, dryer, dishwasher, disposal, and new carpet in primary bedroom and closet. $649,900 (90681)
Young Realty & Investment
$675,000 - 4BD/4BA – 3,468± Sq Ft 1.31± - 1.05± acres
MLS# 89789 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
9627 W Gibson Ranch Rd, Round Valley
$409,900 - 2BD/1BA – 1,104± Sq Ft - 0.31± acre
MLS# 90563 – 928-978-1853
Glori.Surman@erayoung.net
518 S Cienega Rd, Christopher Creek
$599,500 - 4BD/3BA – 2,044± Sq Ft - 0.51± acre
MLS# 90434 – 928-595-0136
Rory.Huff@erayoung.net 1110 E Phoenix St, Rim View Heights Estates
$300,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,056± Sq Ft
MLS# 90202 – 928-978-0026
Hannah.Lusk@erayoung.net 255 W Thompson Rd, Tonto Village
$300,000 - 2BD/1BA - 943± Sq Ft MLS# 90654 – 928-978-1236
Judi.Holgate@erayoung.net 1501 N Beeline Hwy #60
$279,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,362± Sq Ft MLS# 90699 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 905 N Beeline Hwy #10
$68,000 - 1BD/1BA - 780± Sq Ft
MLS# 90498 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 480 S Rainbow Dr #17, Star Valley
$1,385,000 - 4BD/4BA – 4,400± Sq Ft - 0.74± acre MLS# 90420 – 623-556-3741
JanapalmerAZ@gmail.com
2803 E Golden Rod Cr, Chaparral Pines
$80,000 – VACANT LOT - 0.37± acre - MLS# 90659
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net / 928-970-0634
Rich.Schultz@erayoung.net / 602-329-3366 31 & 32 Beaver Flat Rd, Houston Mesa
$179,900 – VACANT LAND – 1.0± acre MLS# 90099 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 406 S Genius Loci, Rim Club
$139, 000 - VACANT LOT – 1.24± acres
MLS# 88592 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 534 W Frontier Street
– 928-978-1853
Glori.Surman@erayoung.net 1311 E Granite Dells Road
424 S Beeline Hwy • PO Box 1600 - Payson, AZ 85547
Young Realty & Investment
We are Dedicated, Knowledgeable, Experienced and SOLD on Rim Country! Begin your next real estate adventure with us!
$420,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,450± Sq Ft
MLS# 90647 – 928-476-1685
Steve.Barnaby@erayoung.net 1107 N Rhone Cr, Alpine Village
$89,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.37± acre lot MLS# 89860 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net
3004 E Hanging Rock, Rim Club 1 & 2
$155,000 – VACANT LAND - 1.01± acres
MLS# 85785 – 928-951-2962
Nancy.Guyon@erayoung.net
304 N Antelope Pt, Manzanita Woods
$400,000 - 2BD/2BA - 1,184± Sq Ft
MLS# 89874 – 602-697-5029
Ron.Prychodnik@erayoung.net
4567 N Juniper Ln, Pine
$699,999 - 3BD/2BA – 1,851± Sq Ft - 0.36± acre MLS# 90426 – 928-978-1971
Steve.Cantrill@erayoung.net 6749 W Kachina Cr, Pine
$1,260,000 - 3BD/3BA – 3,106± Sq Ft - 1.08± acres
MLS# 90636 – 928-595-0136
Rory.Huff@erayoung.net 507 N Spur Drive
The Granite Dells
$95,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.60± acre lot
MLS# 89316 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3003 E Chuparosa Cr, Chaparral Pines
$450,000 - VACANT LAND – 2.67± acres
MLS# 90281 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
1802 E Underwood Lane
$639,999 - 3BD/2BA – 1,604± Sq Ft - 0.92± acre MLS# 88724 – 928-595-0136
Rory.Huff@erayoung.net 5111 N Fossil Creek Ln, Strawberry
$378,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,128± Sq Ft
MLS# 90630 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 907 N Easy Street
$348,000 - 2BD/1BA - 768± Sq Ft - 0.44± acre
MLS# 90573 – 928-978-1853
Glori.Surman@erayoung.net
282 S Cienega Rd, Christopher Creek
$74,900 – VACANT LAND – 0.44± acre lot
MLS# 90112 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 116 S Crescent Moon, Rim Club
Young Realty & Investment
We are Dedicated, Knowledgeable, Experienced and SOLD on Rim Country! Begin your next real estate adventure with us!
$425,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,552± Sq Ft
MLS# 90416 – 928-978-4485
Michael.Hughes@erayoung.net
401 E Eidelweiss Circle
$295,000 - 1BD/1BA – 570± Sq Ft - 0.50± acre MLS# 90721 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
254 Lookout Trail
$19,500 – VACANT LAND – 0.30± acre lot
MLS# 90574 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net
2501 E Feather Plume Crt, Chaparral Pines
$360,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,176± Sq Ft - 0.23± acre
MLS# 90599 – 602-697-5029
Ron.Prychodnik@erayoung.net
303 S Meadow St, Payson Southwest
$599,000 - 3BD/3BA – 2,756± Sq Ft MLS# 89575 – 928-978-1853
Glori.Surman@erayoung.net 1107 N Bavarian Way, Alpine Village
$35,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.39± acre lot MLS# 89706 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 2812 E Coyote Mint Cr, Chaparral Pines
$499,000 - 4BD/2BA – 1,717± Sq Ft - 0.24± acre
MLS# 90458 – 925-435-6642
Maia.Crespin@erayoung.net 9253 E El Paso St, Mesa
$59,000 – VACANT LAND – 0.40± acre lot
MLS# 89625 – 928-978-3256
Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 3001 E Hanging Rock, Rim Club 1 & 2
$659,000 - 3BD/2BA – 2,118± Sq Ft - 1.29± acres MLS# 90117 – 928-978-0026
Hannah.Lusk@erayoung.net 1101 N McLane Road
$489,500 - 3BD/2BA – 1,556± Sq Ft MLS# 90263 – 928-595-0136
Rory.Huff@erayoung.net 907 W Sherwood Drive
$269,000 – VACANT LAND – 1.0± acre lot - MLS# 90442 928-476-2042 Suzi Wild / MyPaysonRimSales@gmail.com 928-970-1362 / Jim.Hall@erayoung.net 4521 N Pine Hollow Trail, Pine
$495,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,920± Sq Ft - 4.30± acres - MLS# 90534 602-329-3366 / Rich.Schultz@erayoung.net 928-970-0363 / Dale.Laycock@erayoung.net 2696 Old School House Rd, Show Low
424 S Beeline Hwy • PO Box 1600 - Payson, AZ 85547
3002 E Hanging Rock
The Rim Golf Club
3 BRs, 4 Baths, 5069± sf
$1,500,000 - MLS# 90231
140 W Thompson Road
Tonto Village
5 BRs, 2 Baths, 1970± sf
$495,000 - MLS# 88434
FIVE STAR REVIEW
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT EVER! There is not enough room on this page for me to say what a great job Suzy did! We were in Ohio when the sale of our house went down, and she handled every issue for us, bending over backwards to insure that all repairs were done at the best price. Not only is she a great real estate professional, but she is a wonderful person! The deal has closed, and I am missing her already! Buying or selling, CALL SUZY!
24 E Buckskin Lane Star Valley
4 BRs, 3 Baths, 2359± sf
$599,000 - MLS# 89444
710 N Elk Run Circle Chaparral Pines
2 BRs, 2 Baths, 1723± sf
$640,000 - MLS# 90385
x $1,050,000 - 3BD/3BA – 3,090± Sq Ft - 0.36± acre lot MLS# 89826 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 2801 E Coyote Mint Circle
x $1,345,000 - 5BD/6BA – 3,735± Sq Ft - 0.50± acre
MLS# 90673 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
2103 E Filaree Cir Chaparral Pines
$1,500,000 - 4BD/4BA – 3,666± Sq Ft - 1.12± acres
89921 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
x $799,000 - 3BD/3BA - 1756± Sq Ft - 0.15± acre
MLS# 89375 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
803 N Grapevine Circle Chaparral Pines
x $1,968,888 - 3BD/4BA – 4,833± Sq Ft - 0.90± acre lot MLS# 90003 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 1905 E Desert Mimosa Drive
x $1,449,000 - 3BD/4BA – 3,006± Sq Ft - 0.82± acre
MLS# 90489 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
805 N Desert Mimosa Circle Chaparral Pines
$2,200,000 - 5BD/6BA – 6,357± Sq Ft - 1.31± acres MLS# 89752 – 928-970-0634
Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net
S Decision Pine
- $579,900 - 1703 Sunlight Road:
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Diane Dahlin
1936 Elk Road: Custom log-sided chalet on 1.75 acres! Like new, 3BRs, 3 baths, split floor plan, master BR down, huge loft BR. Vaulted T&G ceiling, lodgepole railing, knotty oak cabinets. Custom window treatments, gas F/P, new gas furnace & A/C. 2+car garage, Trex deck, equipped to run off grid w/ shared well, solar & propane generator for well backup! $769,900 (250360)
2783 Chandelle Lane: Full-log cabin backs Nat’l Forest. 2BRs (both master suites), 2 baths, loft, tall pines! Slate floors, carpeted BRs, hickory cabinets, laundry room, floor-to-ceiling F/P, peeled pole railing. Lots of decking, exposed aggregate driveway, attached 2-car garage. Firewised lot. Site-built homes only subdivision, u/g utilities, paved roads. $729,900 (251587)
2192 Gingerbread Lane: Fully remodeled 3BR, 2 bath, 1998 Palm Harbor mnf’d home on an acre. Huge bonus room (office?), TV room, 2+car detached garage w/ workshop / craft room. Drywall interior, custom wall coverings, fresh paint, quartz counters, new LVP flooring & carpet, new SS appliances & bath fixtures, new roof & central A/C. Owner/ Agent (251955) $494,777
3452 High Country Dr: Charming cabin, furnished and secluded, in High Country Pines. Detached garage, spacious covered front deck, new back deck, perfect for BBQ or just relaxing & enjoying the natural surroundings. Quick access to Nat’l Forest for all your recreational activities. Newly painted deck railing, garage door, piers & foundation. (250837) $369,900
1852 Solomon Circle: This 2.43-acre parcel in Summer Place North has got the views, and there is plenty of room for you to build your dream cabin. This exceptional and rare acreage is located within a gated community with tall pines and u/g utilities, and the septic system has already been installed. (251361) $164,500
3349 Panorama: Log-sided, 3BRs, 3 baths, w/ mother-in-law quarters could be 5BRs! Game room, spiral staircase, oak cabinets, covered front deck, partially fenced, screened-in porch, open back deck, insulated "He shed" w/ power, roll-up door, storage & metal roof. "She shed" w/ power for crafts or garden shed. Spacious laundry room. $439,500 (251740)
1592 Downhill Road: Move-in ready, 3BR, 2 bath, 1465 sf cabin in High Country Pines w/ large loft. Open living, kitchen & dining areas. Corner lot backs to green belt which makes it “feel” like an acre or more! Large Ponderosa pines as well as smaller trees help create a quiet, secluded space. Upgraded most recently in 2023. Completely furnished. $439,900 (250861)
3364 Panorama Dr: 3BR, 2 bath sitebuilt home w/ loft on a treed third-acre lot. Corian counters, vaulted ceiling, covered Trex decks, 200 sf storage shed, attached garage w/ carport, heated mudroom between the garage & home for winter storage. Loft could be 3rd BR, game room or craft area. Backup generator, paved road (250991) $439,900
2089 Chevelon Rd: 2BRs, 2 baths, large loft, open greatroom, vaulted knotty pine ceiling, rock-clad F/P, wood windowsills & blinds, hickory cabinets. Balcony off master BR. Low-maintenance siding, covered front deck, newly expanded back deck, heavily treed 1.10-acre homesite. Paved roads. $449,900 (250492)
3337 Apache Drive: Nicely treed corner acre on a county-maintained road. Has power, and water is near (not to lot line). 3BR septic already installed! Put in your own well or bring in metered water. Close to Nat’l Forest for miles of trails for quads or your horses. Informal CC&Rs, but no active HOA. Owner will carry. (251299) $119,750
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Crandell, Heber: 3BRs, 2 baths in the cool mountain pines? Two BRs have French doors out to the deck. Large utility / laundry room could be storage or craft room. Connex in the back yard conveys. No HOA, plenty of room to park an RV, toys or to build a garage. This home would make a great long or short term rental or full-time residence. The elementary school is just across the street, and the market is just down Buckskin Canyon Road. Close to amenities and Nat'l Forest. $299,500 (249735) Call Deana!
TBD CR 8281, Concho: 1.12-acre parcel with gorgeous panoramic views on two sides. There is no HOA, so you can build your dream home, drop a manufactured home, bring in your RV, or construct a metal home, whatever your heart desires! And there's privacy galore! Power is at the street only three lots away. You can haul water or dig your own well. Property is just 15 minutes outside of Show Low. Owner Will Carry! Not a typo... affordable to just $9,000! (249728) Call Deana!
8283 Arrowhead Place, White Mountain Lake: Members only! Power boats allowed, beach club, boat and swim docks, ramadas and picnic tables. This 0.26-acre lot has private access to the water. Build your dream beach home / cabin, or drop a mobile or park your RV until you decide. $125,000 (248350) Call Deana!
of property. $200,000 (247685) Call Deana!
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3521 Quail Run Rd, Overgaard: Furnished, 2BRs, full bath. Laminate flooring, spacious interior. Walk-in shower, central propane heat, wellappointed kitchen w/ ample cabinetry. Formal dining room, covered front and back decks, tranquil views. Metal roof, fenced back yard, attached garage, storage shed or workshop. $319,000 (251470) Call Maggie!
2778 Chandelle Ln, Overgaard: Mogollon Estates. 1429 sf, 3BRs, 2 baths, gas F/P, T&G vaulted ceilings, granite island kitchen, laminate flooring, skylights, raised panel doors, SS appliances, , central heating & A/C. Covered decks, 2-car attached garage, pull-thru driveway, nominal HOA fee, paved roads, underground utilities. $588,000 (251155) Call Maggie!
2265 Wright Circle, Overgaard: In Mogollon Airpark! 3BRs, 3 baths, 2668 sf, plus a 48'W x 40'D garage / hangar for the aviation enthusiast! Bright and spacious kitchen with granite counters, dual-fuel gas range / oven, oak flooring, main floor master suite, wrap-around porch to savor the panoramic views of surrounding mountains and forests. $754,900 (251153) Call Maggie!
1493 Low Mountain Trail, Heber: Chalet-style mountain retreat bordering Nat'l Forest! Open floor plan, 3BRs, 2 baths, craft
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Cell (928) 985-9001
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0.53-acre parcel close to Tonto Creek with well. Sloped, backs Nat’l Forest. Needs septic, power at road. Well has been improved with new pipe and pump. A preliminary set of house plans drafted specifically for this lot is available. $94,000 (89994)
2.85 acres on Christopher Creek and bordering the National Forest! Full-log home. 3BRs, 2 baths, 2677 sf, 1+car garage. Greatroom w/ floor-to-ceiling glass, knotty pine ceiling, tiled floor, wrap-around decking. Gated community, u/g utilities. $1,250,000 (90620)
Secluded and peaceful, this charming 944 sf cabin on a beautifully treed 0.90-acre parcel zoned GU backs to the Nat'l Forest. 1BR, full bath, free-standing woodburning stove. Close to Colcord Creek and waterfall. Needs your TLC! $350,000 (90658)
3442 E Colcord Road
Gordon Canyon Christopher Creek
23.97 acres bordering Nat’l Forest on three sides, Gordon Canyon Creek runs through property. Previously used as a retreat center. Includes a two bedroom, one bath home, a bath house, two wells and septic. $3,000,000 (89473 & 89474)
396 S Leisure Road
Ponderosa Springs
Christopher Creek
Garden paradise on 1.49 acres. Two homes with a total of 2297 sf. Private location, private well. 8' fence, rolling iron gate. 1997 mnf'd home, 1457 sf, 2BRs, 2 baths. 840 sf, 1BR, full bath guest house w/ woodstove above 2-car garage built in 2017. $799,000 (90495)
315 S Indian Trail
Ponderosa Springs
Charming 2BR cabin with loft, a full bath, and a quad garage, all on 1.32 nicely treed acres. Vaulted knotty pine interior, woodburning F/P, covered front deck, fenced dog run, close to creeks and Nat'l Forest access for endless miles of hiking trails. $499,000 (90710)
Lot 18 Morris Meadow
Ponderosa Springs Estates Christopher Creek
1.18-acre parcel with a natural spring. National Forest on two sides! The well and septic for a 3BR, 2 bath are already installed, taking much of the mystery, guesswork and risk out of buying land! $299,000 (89878)
441 N Meadow Way
Tonto Creek Estates
Christopher Creek
Full-log cabin, 5BRs, 3 baths, 3540 sf, detached garage, workshop & quad garage, 0.36-acre lot. Large upstairs bedroom / office combo with walk-out balcony with great views of the Mogollon Rim. Master on main level with bathroom. $970,000 (89850)
Christopher Creek 132 E Green Apple Lane
Hunter Creek Ranch
Christopher Creek
The perfect mountain home in an incredibly beautiful, highly sought-after gated community. 3BRs, 2 baths, 2638 sf, island kitchen, soaring ceilings, stone F/P, rec room, open & covered Trex decks, 2-car garage, all on a 0.49-acre lot. Paved roads, u/g utilities. $759,000 (90632)
107 S Jay Bird Lane
Colcord Mountain
Christopher Creek
834 W Brook Crossing Christopher Creek
28 N Bear Flat Road Bear Flat Christopher Creek
2502 E Pine Island Lane
508 N Pine Island Drive
- 4BRs, 4 full baths, 3184 sf, two stories, and two decks overlooking water features. Perfect home for large family or for hosting guests, providing them their own space. This home is in the Pine Island section of Chaparral Pines. Its close proximity to the clubhouse makes it easy to enjoy the amenities and the fitness areas. Whether you're looking to escape the city on the weekends or making this your full-time residence, this is one to come see! $1,099,000 (IHL001) Call Mark Lyons 928-978-1955
1108 N Indian Paintbrush Circle - MOTIVATED SELLER! Luxury log
cabin on a 0.68-acre corner lot backing to the Nat'l Forest. A floorto-ceiling stone F/P is a centerpiece of this 4BR, 4 bath, Alpine log home featuring hickory flooring and a gourmet kitchen. Separate 2BR guest quarters with living room and kitchenette for visiting family and friends. Expansive back deck. Mandatory golf membership. Seller to offer a $25,000 concession upon closing of an acceptable offer. $1,389,500 (89780) Call Randy Mathews 765-206-1064 or Rayce Mathews 928-970-0977
106 N Lariat Way -
Under $200/sf, a 4BR, 3 bath, 3407 sf multigenerational house with no HOA and travertine floors, all at the end of a cul-de-sac within 1½ miles of the high school, middle school, and Rumsey Park. Freshly painted 2-level home with dueling open concept greatrooms, suitable for separate living areas or an unbelievable party room. One on the 3BR upper level with a split floor plan, and one on the lower level with a BR, kitchenette, and 3/4 bath. Trex decking. $644,000 (89332) Call Randy Mathews 765-206-1064 or Rayce Mathews 928-970-0977
- Newly renovated 3BR, 2½ bath home in the Pine Island section of Chaparral Pines. Special upgrades include new flooring throughout, automatic blinds in the living room, updated kitchen cabinets, refrigerator & lighting. New Trex front deck and epoxy garage floor. Master bath boasts enormous, spectacular walkin shower. Home backs to the 18th fairway! Enjoy the fenced back yard's wooded privacy and hot tub for relaxing with views of the golf course. Separate side patio for entertaining your guests while grilling dinner. $790,000 (89905) Call Mark Lyons 928-978-1955
2502 E Elk Run Court
- All electric mountain getaway on a quiet cul-
de-sac. Single-level, bright and airy, open floor plan, greatroom concept with separate dining, master suite, 2 guest BRs. Island kitchen, ample cabinetry, upgraded appliances, pantry and laundry. Outside is an expansive Trex with a pergola. Upgrades include new appliances, new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, new and expanded decking, an new electric water heater, new water filtration system, and new toilets and bathroom fixtures. $580,000 (90592) Call Dennis Riccio (480) 236-5727
315 / 317 S Golden Bear Point - Beautiful duplex in the Mogollon Village neighborhood on a quiet cul-de-sac! Two identical single-level units, each with 2BRs, 2 baths, and attached 2-car garage. Nicely appointed and well-maintained with vaulted ceilings, skylights, laundry room, breakfast bar and covered patio. These units have consistently stayed rented. Call for information regarding current tenants and monthly rents. Owner / Agent. $625,000 (90713) Call Jennifer Kiley (480) 296-9549
test will have to be done & new septic tank put in. Property completely fenced w/ 4-wire & covered w/ chicken wire on top. Home is not currently up to Navajo County Code. Power is solar or generator, haul water. A 600 gal water tank on water trailer comes with sale. $125,500 (250539)
OVERGAARD - PINE MEADOWS #3 - 2806-2808 PINE HILL DR: Build your own mountain cabin on this 0.6-acre parcel with a 3BR septic already in place. Site-built only. Cool weather and a just a short distance from the National Forest and fishing lakes. Don't miss your opportunity to own land in the White Mountains! $75,000 (250049)
HEBER - CHEVELON RETREAT - 5140 DEER RUN ROAD: Off-Grid home on 15 acres on the SW corner of Deer Run and Chevelon Ave, bordering Nat’l Forest on the south. Solar power system, water from Deer Run Water Co-op about ¼-mile away. 10 x 10’ building with a 2300-gal water storage tank on top. 300-gal water tank trailer, 14 x 20 cinderblock workshop, 8 x 20 finished She-shed or guest quarters, plus 3 other storage sheds. Includes a John Deere riding lawnmower and a 2019 Ranger sideby-side, all at no value. If you're looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the Valley heat, make plans to see this home! $239,000 (249773)
Really nice 2BR, 2 bath, 1248 sf CAVCO mnf’d home with a long concrete drive, sitting well back from the street. New roof, 1½-year old A/C unit, storage behind the two-car garage, 4½ -year old covered decking. Offered now at just $308,000! Call today! (90704)
128 S Bull Pen Circle: 4BRs, 4 baths, 3507 sf, detached garage and carport, plus RV parking, 0.33acre lot 3 miles from the lake. Custom cabinetry, large family room! Kitchen features breakfast bar, dining area with bay window. All fenced, nice landscaping, above-ground pool. $560,000 (90370)
patios. Four Peaks is your view from the front kitchen bay window. All chain link fencing with RV gates. $248,000 (90471)
595 N Walnut Springs Boulevard: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1232 sf, double carport, 0.23-acre lot. Great mountain Views from front & rear patios. 1999 Cavco, split floor plan, eat-in kitchen, all appliances SS refrigerator, new washer & dryer, new master bath shower, convenient walk-in closet. $247,900 (89641)
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SPECTACULAR MOUNTAIN VIEWS
1540 E Prickly Pear Way Territorial style, 3BRs, 2 baths, 1607 sf, 1.21 acres on a cul-de-sac. Open and split floor plan. Eat-in Island kitchen with breakfast bar, all appliances. Ample parking, 676 sf garage. Perimeter wire fencing. Separate back yard has chain link fencing. $382,100 (90483)
176 E Shelby Lane: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1848 sf, recently updated. 1.25 acres, great views! Front covered patio, hot tub. Island kitchen with breakfast nook! Bay window to enjoy mountain views, formal dining room also with bay window. Laminate flooring, master bedroom with updated bath. $425,000 (90418)
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46403 N Arizona Hwy 188: 3BR, 2 bath, 1980 sf CAVCO, double carport, 1.1 acres. Custom blinds, dual pane windows, new lighting, ceiling fans, fixtures, and upgraded appliances. Open greatroom with F/P. Security entry doors, fresh paint, 5-ton Lennox HVAC, split floor plan, walk-in closets, oversized master suite. $419,900 (90415)
266 N Crystal Lane: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1904 sf, 4-car garage, 0.38-acre cul-de-sac lot. Fleetwood mnf’d home, full slab foundation, white vinyl fencing. All kitchen appliances, generous pantry. Spacious covered patios, beautiful mountain views. Triple concrete carport, attached storage. RV space with all hook-ups, paved street. $329,000 (90585)
N Autumn Sage Chaparral Pines
Wonderful 3BR, 2 bath single-level, all-electric home with energy efficient heating & cooling in the prestigious, gated golf community of Chaparral Pines. Exterior is concrete board, roofing is 50-year GAF. Upon entering the warm and inviting foyer, you will notice the wood-crafted tile flooring that opens to the kitchen & greatroom.
The island kitchen features solid soft-close cabinets, granite, farm sink, gas stove & SS appliances. The open floor plan leads to the greatroom where you find a wall of windows and a wood accent wall showcasing the stone F/P (gas). Split floor plan provides privacy for guests, BRs are carpeted. Primary has a separate shower & large walk-in closet. Garage is oversized, has epoxy flooring and three large shelving units. The driveway, all patios and walkways are done in pavers, and the landscaping is meticulous. Come and enjoy the lifestyle that is offered here, as well as the cool, clean air and starry nights! $725,000 (90742)
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908 W Summit St #1
Move-in ready 3BR, 3 bath, 1669 sf gem with views and a 2-car garage, close to schools and shopping. All-electric, energy efficient, laminate flooring throughout. Open floor plan w/ kitchen, living room, and powder room all on the main level. Upper level has 3BRs, a ¾-bath in the primary BR, a shared full bath for the guest BRs, and a laundry room with washer & dryer. The kitchen features granite counters and SS appliances. The 2-car garage has epoxy flooring, and there’s a dog run. Great investment or full-time residence. $359,900! (90004)
709 N Rock Sage Circle
Lovely 0.82-acre corner parcel in the prestigious, gated golf community of Chaparral Pines with fantastic mountain views of Diamond Point and the Mogollon Rim. House plans included, all that is needed is structural engineering. Amenities offered here include two fine dining restaurants, fitness centers, pools, tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, fitness classes, hiking trails, great golf, and a dog park. Reciprocity is offered with The Rim Golf Club. Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Now only $114,000! (89341)
2306 E Blue Bell Circle
Very rare 0.91-acre parcel in the prestigious, gated golf community of Chaparral Pines that backs to the 7th fairway! Awesome golf course and mountain views await you! Enjoy the amenities that are offered here – two fine dining restaurants, pools, tennis, volley ball, pickle ball, walking paths, fitness centers with awesome classes, and a dog park for our four legged loved ones. Come and build your dream home here and enjoy the clean, cool, fresh air and tranquility of the Rim Country. $139,900 (87636)
60 S Hillside Drive, Star Valley
Three bedroom, two full bathroom home with separate dining room just off the open kitchen. Split floorplan, all electric, new carpet. Fenced back yard, perfect for pets and children, or can be landscaped to your liking. This is a great place to entertain friends and family. Solar panels convey with the property at no cost to the buyer. $310,000 (89627)
Immaculate 3BR, 2 bath home with a 2-car garage in Payson's Trailwood subdivision. Eat-in kitchen has an island, a large pantry, granite countertops, cherrywood cabinets, and new SS appliances, plus there's a formal dining room. Split floorplan. Master bath has oversized step-in shower and full-sized jacuzzi tub w/ instant hot water. $524,000 (90648)
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906 W Wilderness Trail
Pennie
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Pennie SuSan
LARGE ACREAGE / SHARED INTEREST IN IRRIGATION WELL No restrictions. Can be further divided by buyer.
±21.80 acres for $413,000 (90384)
±16.25 acres for $314,000 (90401)
SELLER WILL FINANCE SALE OF ALL LOTS
GETAWAY CABIN with a wrap-around porch! Built in 2021, it has two bedrooms, a loft and an indoor laundry. There’s also a detached steel workshop / garage with both double-size and single garage doors. Call for details! $415,000 (90011)
NEW ON THE MARKET
Just a few hundred feet from Haigler Creek!
SOIL TESTED for SEPTIC SYSTEMS / EASEMENT ROADS CLEARED!
• $107,000 for 4.55± acres w/ electric, fiberoptic Internet, seasonal wash. (86127) SOLD
• $119,000 for 6.24± acres with easement for public utilities; mature Ponderosas on east end; mountain views & boulder outcropping on west end. (86005)
• $117,000 for 6.25± acres with road through it and views in all directions! (86159)
• 189,000 for 9.98± acres; terrain sloping to the south and west. (86324)
ONE-ACRE TIMBERED PARCEL AT HAIGLER CREEK! Backs to National Forest! (Not horse property) Well with equipment on site and shared with adjoining property. $149,000 (90756)
DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION!
SITE-BUILT 2BR HOME, plus an efficiency guest house complete with its own kitchen and bath for housing company or short-term renters. Detached garage doubles as a workshop and has a walled-off, roofed area to store garden tools and animal feed. Awesome horse property! Fully fenced and gated. Other livestock also allowed. $399,000 (89662)
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5451 W Pinon Drive
Cozy Cabin on wooded 1.23 acres backing Nat’l Forest. 3BRs,2 baths, fireplace, huge decks. $499,000 (90342)
1292 E Christopher Creek Loop
Location, location, location! 125' on Christopher Creek, backing the Nat'l Forest, a 2BR, 2BA cabin w/ dbl carport on a 0.60-acre parcel w/ multiple storage sheds. $555,000 (90371)
602 E Fir Circle Beautiful 2BR with 1½ baths and a 1-car garage on a cul-de-sac. Wood fireplace, RV parking, no HOA and solar panels paid in full! Only $369,000 with $5,000 credit to Buyer for closing costs. (90221)
6252 W Prince Drive
1972 doublewide mobile home on half an acre. 3BRs, 2 baths, 1152 sf, garage. Split floor plan with spacious living room, bonus room and dining area. $235,000 (90718)
181 N Deer Creek Road
Recently remodeled, 3BRs, 2 baths, 1288 sf, 2-car garage, fenced back yard with views of the mountains. Appliances included, and it’s movein ready! $369,000 (90328)
402 W Christopher Point Gorgeous 1211 sf, single-story, 2BR, 2 bath cabin w/ 2-car garage backing the Nat'l Forest in Payon Pines subdivision. Has two covered patios! $445,900 (90660)
The Rim Country
The Rim Country
Above it all...
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.
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.
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.
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!
Early morning sky - Strawberry, Arizona
About Payson... About Payson...
Located 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.
Pine & Strawberry Under the Rim Pine & Strawberry Under the
Rim
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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Tonto Natural Bridge SP - Pine, Arizona
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Christopher Creek 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.
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
PHOTO: Old Hwy 260 - Anna Dean Shields
PHOTO: Christopher Creek Gorge by ToddsHikingGuide.com
Forest Lakes, Arizona 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
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.
Sheep in Field - PHOTO: Bryce Johnson
Quiet reflections in the forest - PHOTO: Jerry Clifton
Young / Pleasant Valley 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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
PHOTO: Reddit
Young Road from Globe looking north
Young / Pleasant Valley from the Naeglin Rim
PHOTO: AZCentral
Heber~Overgaard, Arizona Heber~Overgaard, Arizona
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Photo courtesy of Heber-Overgaard.org
Photo courtesy of Mark Cullinane
Photo courtesy of ERA Young Realty
Mountain Cabin near Big Lake
Tonto Basin Roosevelt Lake 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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Strawberry After the Monsoon - The Onyx Group