Rim Country REVIEW – Real Estate & More – October ‘23

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Payson

Payson

Star Valley

Star Valley

Forest Lakes

Forest Lakes

Pine / Strawberry

Pine / Strawberry

Heber - Overgaard

Heber - Overgaard

Christopher Creek

Christopher Creek

Young / Pleasant Valley

Young / Pleasant Valley

Happy Jack / Clints Well

Happy Jack / Clints Well

Tonto Basin - Roosevelt Lake

Tonto Basin - Roosevelt Lake

9079 Juniper Road

STRAWBERRY

NEW LISTING!

Exquisite two bedroom, two bath gem boasts not only a spacious layout, but a versatile bonus room that can transform into a family room, an office, or anything your heart desires. Natural light dances through the windows, illuminating the open living spaces. Venture outside into the oasis-like back yard with its lush shade trees, discover your private retreat where relaxation and entertainment meet, where memories are made and stress melts away. $475,000 (89070)

2823 Hopi Drive

HAPPY JACK

Your dream retreat! Captivating three bedroom, three bath chalet-style cabin with a warm & inviting ambiance. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the living, dining and kitchen areas, making it an ideal space for entertaining friends & family. Picture yourself sipping hot cocoa by the fireplace, surrounded by breathtaking views of the green belt, owned by the HOA and providing a sense of privacy. $765,000 (88939)

6495 W Ruin Hill Loop

PINE

ceilings, tile floors, a gas F/P & open kitchen all make this an entertainer’s dream. The primary suite features a walk-in closet, spa-like ensuite, & doors to the deck to enjoy the views & the cool mountain air. Downstairs is a warm & inviting den / studio w/ woodstove, and a family / media room with ½-bath. $869,000 (88496)

4666 Juniper Lane

PINE

This is a 3BR, 2 bath, 1383 sf cabin with T&G ceilings & a stone F/P. It's in the trees on a quiet, paved, dead-end street, and it borders the Nat’l Forest with views of the mountains. Totally renovated w/ new roof, siding, decking, A/C & forced air heat! New laminate & carpet, dual-pane windows, French doors, and built-in closets & drawers. Updated granite kitchen w/ all new GE appliances. Granite bathrooms w/ spacious, tiled, walk-in showers. $622,000 (88371)

Designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind and perfect for year-round fun and adventure, this serene mountain retreat in the cool pines of Payson rests on 2.43± very private, level and sprawling acres, seamlessly blending the serenity of nature with the convenience of in-town living! This 5BR, 3 bath, 3229 sf custom home offers high-end finishes throughout and is ideal for multi-generational living. This one-of-a-kind home is equipped with an overheight, 42' deep garage to accommodate a “Class A” motorhome, a boat to enjoy on the nearby lakes, and your ATVs to ride the trails with direct access to the Tonto National Forest from your back yard! Start today enjoying life the way it was meant to be! $1,195,000 (88510)

(928) 951-2715 www.LivingInRimCountry.com

Ready to build your dream home in Payson? This amazing half-acre Woodhill parcel has beautiful views and backs to Rumsey Park. Plans for a 3011 sf, 3BR, 3 bath home with an office that could be a 4th BR, plus a 2-car garage can be included at closing. (Plans that can be provided are house, engineering, drainage and grading) $79,900 (88887)

1804 E Underwood Lane, Payson

Kim Ross Team

ARIZONA TERRITORY

Valley Five Acres on Lion Springs Road

Star

NEW LISTING

295 S LION SPRINGS RD: 2BR, 1 bath ranch-style home w/ greatroom, woodburning F/P, breakfast bar, and a covered patio. 2-car garage w/ workshop plus

RV garage, 2 high-producing wells, 3 large fields and 2 corrals, horse barn, chicken coop, all completely fenced. Property borders the Tonto National Forest on two sides, and offers

spectaucular

It's SUMMER and it's COOL in the Rim Country!

411 S McLane Rd: 3BRs, 3 baths, 1657 sf, stack-stone F/P, 2-car detached garage plus room for RV, covered front porch, back deck with ramp, views of the Mogollon Rim. $375,000 (88225)

312 Latigo Ln: 4BRs, 3 baths, 3255 sf, and a 2-car garage, all on 1.84 hilltop acres w/ panoramic views. Horses OK, chicken coop, plenty of storage, and NO HOA! A Must See! $845,000 (87989)

717

(88199)

membership to Chaparral Pines Golf Club available for $7,500 (call for details) $380,000 (88018)

Custom home on 2.16 acres with views! Single-level, 3BRs, 3 baths, 2064 sf. Greatroom with stone fireplace (gas), wrap-around covered patio, oversized 3-car garage, and no HOA! $825,000

310 W Christopher Pt: Payson and the Pines! Single-level mountain getaway, 3BRs, 2 baths, river rock F/P, breakfast bar. 2-car garage, new roof, borders Nat'l Forest! $495,000 (88002)

1.53-acre commercial parcel zoned C-3. Located on Main Street in Payson, this lot is level and offers so much potential. $500,000 (80916)

Payson

Star Valley Payson Payson

Manzanita Hills

N Foothills East Circle: 4-acre parcel in a beautiful, gated community. Ponderosa Pine trees, views, all utilities to the lot line. HOA, horses OK,

Foothills East

views of Diamond Point Mountain. $1,175,000

4843 N Mountain Sunrise: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1212 sf, stone F/P, lots of windows, granite kitchen w/ island and ample cabinetry, expansive decking, and it's all surrounded by towering pine trees in The Portals! This is the perfect place for full-time living or your secluded weekend getaway. $412,000 (87818)

Pine

Susan Keown Associate Broker | REALTOR® Cell (928) 978-2308

eMail: Susan@ChristopherCreekRealEstate.com

28 N Bear Flat Canyon, Bear Flat: Beautifully treed and gently sloped 0.55-acre lot bordering the Nat'l Forest. Private well, tall pines, horses and mnf'd home OK, near Tonto Creek. Preliminary house plans included. $99,000 (88621)

Robert Linkey REALTOR® Cell (602) 618-6888 eMail: RobertLinkey@RealtyExecutives.com

RimCountryHomes.com

Garth Linkey REALTOR® Cell (602) 920-5325

Arizona Territory

1389 E Christopher Creek Loop Christopher Creek, Arizona 85541 Office: (928) 478-5016

CHRISTOPHERCREEK

144 Hunter Creek Drive, Hunter Creek: On the pond! Rare 0.39acre lot with underground utilities. Paved roads, no short-term rentals, excellent water supply and private sewer system. $129,000 (88954)

Lot 4 Wild Oak Drive, Collins Ranch: 1.04 acres of heavily treed horse property zoned GU. Water available through Water Users Assoc. All acre+ lots, site-built homes only. Horses welcome, close to hunting, fishing, hiking and riding trails. $175,000 (88023)

5175 Bear Flat Road, Bear Flat: 1.09 hillside acres of horse property on Tonto Creek, bordering Nat'l Forest and state land. 130' of creek frontage. Well, septic, and a flat building pad already cut in. $249,000 (88619)

18 Morris Meadows: 1.18 acres bordering a natural spring & USNF on 2 sides! Well & 3BR, 2 bath septic are already installed, taking much of the guesswork & risk out of buying land! $299,000 (89198)

203 N Whiting Drive, Payson: 3BR, 2 bath, 1709 sf mnf'd home with a 2-car garage in Woodland Meadows. Split floor plan, vaulted ceiling. New roof, fresh paint, front and back decks. Now only $364,500! (88433)

1412 E Tranquility Point, Graham Ranch: 2.08 acres of horse property w/ glorious sunsets and magnificent mountain views. The perfect location for your dream home in the Rim Country! Power, water, blacktop street. $395,000 (89004)

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226 W Uphill Drive, Christopher Creek: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1248 sf, double carport, beautifully-treed lot! Totally remodeled, island kitchen, furnished. Metal roof, Trex decking, captivating views! $425,000 (88734)

625 W Columbine Road, Christopher Creek: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1400+sf, 2-car attached garage, 1.34-acre parcel. Log siding, open and covered decking, carpet and laminate flooring. $649,000 (88975)

N Station

Beaver Valley:

Wipila Wiki

S Leisure Rd, Ponderosa Springs:

978-0209

3842 N Orloff Road: Charming cabin in the woods! Two bedrooms, one bathroom. Wonderful front porch for rest and relaxation. The interior has been remodeled with dual pane windows, an updated bathroom, and the kitchen has beautiful hickory cabinets. The back yard is fenced, great for pets! This one is a charmer – Must See! Better hurry... it's priced to sell at only $279,000 (89180)

5780 W Sundance Dr: Single-level in Solitude Pines. 3BRs, 2 baths, 2-car garage. Paved roads, underground utilities, backs to undeveloped land – very private. Open floor plan, vaulted wood ceilings, granite kitchen counters and SS appliances. Floors are beautiful, warm and inviting satin-finished stained concrete. Laundry w/ washer, dryer, extra refrigerator, pantry and soft-water device. Covered patio wired for hot tub, beautiful landscaping, faux grass, and the lighting is amazing. $650,000 (89129)

8441 W Lufkin Drive: This charming 2BR, 2 bath home with loft offers plenty of room for family and friends. The kitchen has newer appliances and Corian countertops. Laminate floors flow seamlessly throughout the house, and a wood accent wall adds character and warmth. The property is fully-fenced, has two sheds and a carport for additional storage and parking needs. $447,000 (89120)

Lot 16 in Strawberry Hollow! This 0.43-acre property provides you with more than enough space to create your dream mountain getaway in the tall pines. Strawberry Hollow subdivision has underground utilities, paved roads, and its own water and sewer. $110,000 (88725)

1978 W MUNSEE DRIVE: Large parcel, 1.21 acres, with great views, privacy and peace! This property is ready for you. Building pad leveled, alternative septic system installed, electric meter in, and there's a shared well. Rockwood 5th wheel included in the sale. $120,000 (88330)

PAYSON

1000 N SONGBIRD CIRCLE:

Three bedrooms, 4 baths, 3024 sf, 2-car attached garage with floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets, plus there's RV parking. Mountain views, a wrap-around covered porch, walk-in pantry, 3 ensuite masters, and a large basement for storage. $649,000 (88834)

203 W CHATEAU CIRCLE: Waiting for you... just bring your personal necessities! This is a pretty home right in the heart of Payson with two bedrooms and two full baths. The screened in porch and the large back deck beckon you come on up and enjoy the cool, fresh air in Central Arizona's mountain country. $310,000 (88562)

PAYSON

213 W 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)

117 S LION SPRINGS RD: Contemporary ranch 10 minutes from town with 2 carports on 2 acres. Remodeled with addition in ‘15! Single-level, open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, wood floors in the living room and kitchen, woodstove, covered patio, vintage barn / storage shed, borders Nat’l Forest, and horses are welcome! 3BRs, 2 baths, 1548 sf. $655,000 (86078)

STAR VALLEY

PAYSON PAYSON

New Listing!

Move right in to this fully-furnished, 2BR, 3 bath, 2468 sf, rustic, real log cabin retreat with loft! Tall pines, mountain views, RV parking, no HOA, & lovingly decorated to impress! Updated kitchen cabinets, granite counters, backsplash, lighting, a pantry & newer appliances. Two spacious primary BRs with en-suites, & a large loft that sleeps 4. The spacious screened porch has direct access to your outside dining deck & to the fire-pit area. The finished, walk-out basement / game room has a granite party bar & is complete with game tables. There's also a utility / laundry room with ½-bath & access to outdoors. Plenty of parking on the 0.34-acre lot with circular drive & a spot to park your RV. A new alternative septic is in the process of being installed & should be completed soon. This property is being sold fully furnished. All inside & outside furniture, décor items, house wares, etc., will convey with this sale. Close to National Forest & Pine amenities! $710,000 (89138)

New Price!

Woodland Meadows site-built home has 3BRs, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings & an open floor plan. The kitchen has lots of storage, a pantry, & an island with a breakfast bar. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet, & the primary full bath has a dual vanity. The spacious yard is fenced for privacy, & is cross-fenced with a dog run off the side covered deck. There are lots of easy-care native trees that give you shade, & there are several mature fruit trees. Take an evening stroll around the private community lake, watch our beautiful Payson sunsets, or just enjoy the wildlife that frequent the area. This well-kept home is perfect for a summer getaway or a full-time residence! Close to Rumsey Park, Payson Public Library & Payson amenities. $400,000 (88895)

6381 Marcy Way, Pine

202 N Whiting Drive, Payson

Young Realty & Investment

$205,000 - 2BD/1BA – 888 Sq Ft±

MLS# 88875 – 928-970-0634

Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 600 N Easy St #B

$459,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,728 Sq Ft±

MLS# 87467 – 602-320-6181

3BD/2BA – 1,226 Sq Ft± - 0.46± acre lot

MLS# 88814 – 928-595-1706

Ann.Price@erayoung.net

550 S Mimosa St, Tonto Basin

Young Realty & Investment

$225,000 - 1BD/1BA – 448 Sq Ft± - 0.99± acre lot

MLS# 88375 - 928-978-4485

Michael.Hughes@erayoung.net 1192 W Paint Pony Drive, Geronimo Estates

$625,000 - 5BD/3BA – 2,560 Sq Ft± MLS# 88958 – 928-970-0634

Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net

Young Realty & Investment

Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net

2306

Scarlet

Circle: 3BRs, 4 baths, 3249± sf, 2-car attached garage, 0.33± acre lot. Perfect weekend retreat or possible full-time living on the golf course at Chaparral Pines. Mountain views, vaulted greatroom, stone F/P, recently upgraded from top to bottom! Come see it today! $1,100,000 (89100)

Rare in-town opportunity! 1.24± acre residential parcel located in the heart of Payson, zoned R3-MH with great potential! No HOA! Lot is elevated, has great N/S exposure, and the views are to the south. $149,000 (88592)

3002

Club: 3BRs, 4 baths, 5069± sf, 2-car garage, 0.83-acre± parcel. Mountain views! Spacious kitchen, dual-sided F/P, covered and open decking. Dual vanities and closets in the primary suite, walk-in shower and deck access. Office, space for gym / theater! $1,799,000 (88585)

1100 S Sutton Road, Payson: This is a very rare 4.33± acre parcel in town with unobstructed views of the Granite Dell Mountain Range. This property is an architect's dream with its massive boulders and unparalleled vistas. Newlyinstalled 200' cased well, a natural spring, and no HOA! 25,000 watt solar plant on site. $1,250,000 (88660)

268 N Dealers Choice Road, Star Valley: This one's a 2BR, 2 bath, 1056± sf manufactured home with a detached 2-car garage and a carport, all on 2± acres of fullyfenced horse property bordering the Nat'l Forest! Light and bright sunroom, full-length covered porch. Better hurry! $750,000 (89055)

140 W Thompson Rd: 4BRs, 2 baths, 1970± sf. Open concept, chef's kitchen, office, high ceilings, generator, wood floors, spacious deck. Just minutes from Payson in Tonto Village, ±300' from Nat'l Forest, and just three miles from fishing! Being offered furnished. $595,000 (88434)

Granite Dell & Mogollon Rim views. On a private knoll in a gated golf community, near clubhouse, and fitness center! This nicely treed 0.37± acre lot is on a quiet cul-de-sac street with forever unobstructed views of our most beautiful mountain ranges.

$89,000 (88712)

E Hanging Rock, The Rim

534 W Frontier Street, Payson:

E

Bugler

3004 E Hanging Rock, The Rim Club:

Chaparral Pines, The Rim Golf Club & Other Rim Country Communities

fairway (Cross Creeks).

Impressive greatroom w/ massive floor-to-ceiling stone F/P, vaulted ceiling, spacious gourmet kitchen w/ Sub-zero fridge & 6-burner Viking cooktop, hardwood flooring, custom ''built-ins'' with access to a wrap-around deck. Large master bedroom w/ a gas fireplace & a walk-out to the deck & your guests can enjoy their own private bedroom suite on the lower level that has a walk-out patio that overlooks the fairway. A large boulder in the center of a circular driveway welcomes you to this magnificent home! $1,150,000 (89080)

Gorgeous single-level w/ guest casita and incredible golf course views on a 0.93-acre parcel overlooking the 7th fairway at Chaparral Pines. The island kitchen is beautifully appointed with granite counters, handsome cabinetry, new propane cooktop and Bosch dishwasher, plus SS fridge and double ovens, all paired with a walk-in butler's pantry and a grand formal dining room with built-ins. Spacious primary suite has unique his/her bathrooms, plus an office or craft room. Three additional ensuite BRs and baths, plus a BR, 3/4 bath, a kitchenette and wonderful living space in the comfortable guest casita with its own private patio. $1,695,000 (88696)

Light and bright country chic in Payson’s Pine Ridge Manor. 1152 sf Catalina mnf'd home with sun porch is move-in ready! Bring your plants and your pets! 2BRs, 2 baths, refrigerator, gas stove, microwave, stacked washer / dryer and a spacious pantry. Workshop / SheShed and room for a garden out back. Relax on the patio under the shade trees with a cold beverage and a good book! Hospital, medical facilities, movie theater, shopping and restaurants are nearby. No HOA! $249,000 (89128)

Payson's Elk Ridge subdivision! 3BRs, 2 baths, 1714 sf, singlelevel, 2-car garage. Gas fireplace, skylights, solar panels, Trex decking, and an easymaintenance, fully-fenced back yard. This home is conveniently located near shopping, theater and medical facilities. $525,000 (89058)

In Woodland Walk in Pine, an updated 3BR, 2 bath, 1520 sf cabin on a flat corner lot in the woods! Nearly an acre, fully-fenced, w/ apple, cherry, pear trees and plenty of room for kids and pets. Seasonal creek at north end of property. Deer and elk visit frequently. Within waklking distance of shopping and entertainment. No HOA! Perfect as a vacation rental or your full-time home. Much of the furnishings may convey upon negotiation. $410,000 (88501)

Pine Canyon homesite in Happy Jack: Beautiful and heavily-treed 0.94-acre parcel just a short walk from the clubhouse. Roads are paved, and both water and power are in to the lot line. Close to the Coconino National Forest, numerous lakes, hiking and riding trails, plus endless miles of offroad adventure. $45,000 (83352)

Stately custom home bordering the prestigious Chaparral Pines 17th

Payson Homes & Land REAL ESTATE (928)

474-4417

Call Us... We'll Get You A Better Deal... GUARANTEED!

Western Cedar Logs!

PIONEER LOG HOME on 1+acre, private gated community. Year-round creek at the rear of the property! 3480 sf, 2-way wood burning F/P in greatroom, floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious master, island kitchen with gas cook top, breakfast bar, laundry area / mud room, fire suppression system. Second living area upstairs, two more BRs, giant Jacuzzi tub, dual vanities and walk in shower! Outdoor water feature, oversized 2+car garage, RV / boat parking! Call today for more details!

UNDER CONSTRUCTION! 3BR, 2 bath home with oversized 3+car garage, good views, split floor plan! Will feature vaulted ceilings, quartz counters, breakfast bar, pantry, fenced back yard. Buyer may pick finishes, so the sooner the better!

BEAUTIFUL SINGLE-LEVEL 3BR, 2 bath custom home features a spacious split floor plan that makes it easy to both relax and entertain! This home has a large master bedroom with custom walk-in closets, exquisite tile work, dual vanities, vaulted ceilings, quartz / granite counters, paver driveway, beautiful 3-foot stone wainscoting around the outside, and absolutely no interior steps. Buyer to pick finishes! Call today to see this amazing plan. To be built by JA Mountain View Custom Homes. Would make a great AirBnB!

IN TRAILWOOD! This is a 3BR, 2 bath home, totally remodeled just for Her, plus a 24 x 26 detached shop / man-cave out back just for Him. Rare, one-of-a-kind property that will exceed all your expectations. Call Bob for a private showing!

JUST BELOW THE NUMBER 3 TEE BOX in the private, gated golf community of Chaparral Pines, you will find this relatively level 0.39-acre building lot. Plans for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a 3-car garage are included. Call today for more information!

PRESTIGIOUS, GATED GREEN VALLEY ESTATES !

One of the last best views in all of Payson! This 0.49-acre property will accommodate either a single-level home with no interior steps, or a beautiful multi-level home with walkout basement! Shown by appointment only, so call today to see the possibilities!

TO BE BUILT! Stunning single-level 3BR, 2 bath custom home with a spacious split floor plan, easy to relax and entertain. Extra-large sliding glass doors lead to the covered patio and fenced back yard. Master has a large walk-in closet, and exquisite tile work in the bath. Vaulted ceilings, ample space in the garage to park just about anything! No HOA... would be great for as a short-term vacation rental! To be built by JA Mountain View Custom Homes

CHAPARRAL PINES

LOCATED IN CHAPARRAL PINES, a gated golf community. 3BRs, 5 baths, 4563 sf, 3+car garage, 0.68-acre parcel! New roof, paint, upgraded appliances, granite counters, and on-demand hot water! New Trex decking w/ built-in grill and breathtaking views. Stone F/P, spacious master suite w/ walk in closet, dual vanity, jetted tub, walk-in shower. Walk-out basement w/ living area and 2 more master suits! Call Bob or Harrison for more information!

Cell: (928) 595-0100

HDeHaan326@gmail.com

Renée Zeising

Designated Broker / GRI, REALTOR®

(928)

978-4506

eMail: ReneeInYoung@RNSMTE.com

Young - Pleasant Valley

“In the Heart of the Sierra Ancha Mountains”

NEW ON THE MARKET

Young Realty Partners, Inc

NEW PRICE!

JUST REDUCED!

SUPER PRIVATE! Over 5.75 acres backing to ranch land! Conex-box home with architectural plans, most components to finish on site included. Set up for year-round occupancy! Functioning off-grid solar power system in place and operational to well equipment. 30' 2000 Tahoe travel trailer under 30' x 35' steel-frame cabana / RV port. Chest freezer and laundry facilities. Parts for second solar power system included. Septic system for 3BR / 2 baths. Livable Kit brand "Elite" travel trailer also included, has its own solar power supply. 28' x 8' container box for storage. $325,000 (88763)

OMC

ENJOY SUNRISES from this covered east-facing porch! 2BRs, 1 bath, walk-in pantry, wood burning stove; covered firewood storage, window A/C and back-up generator. Privately with views of distant mountains! Nearly level 2.33 acres, well-suited for gardening, animals are allowed. Detached carport, workshop. $255,000 (88704)

SELLER WILL FINANCE SALE OF ALL LOTS

* SOIL TESTED for SEPTIC SYSTEMS and EASEMENT ROADS CLEARED!

• $107,000 for 6.24± acres with gently sloping terrain and mountain views. (86129) *

• $107,000 for 4.55± acres with electric, fiberoptic Internet cable, seasonal wash. (86127) *

• $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) *

NEW ON THE MARKET

HUGEPRICE REDUCTION!

UNIQUE!

Irrigated landscape, underground utilities, solar array linked to APS grid. $589,000 (88789)

MULTI-STORY CHALET!

CUSTOM-BUILT in 2003 on 3 acres with dead-end road access and directly adjoining the Tonto National Forest! Site-built storage building, fabulous views, huge garden and fruit trees. Call for details!

FIX UP THIS SITE-BUILT HOME! It has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a metal roof, and the water heater was recently replaced. Equipped private water well. New septic system installed in 2007. Two metal storage sheds $180,000 (89201)

5 hidden acres! Dead end road backing to Tonto Nat’l Forest! Custom cabinetry, woodworking & hand-crafted armoires from local distressed pine. Cook's delight kitchen features New Zealand-made gas range / double electric ovens, Italian white marble insets in granite counters. Detached 560 sf “fun house” w/ covered patio and rock fire pit for guests and recreational activities. Both fully furnished! Built-in BBQ connected to smoke house. 24 x 16 site-built storage shed w/ 18’ ceiling.

75 N 3132, Vernon: 2BRs, 1 bath, 960 sf, 2.34 acres. Completely remodeled, beautifully done A-frame cabin on acreage. The kitchen is all brand new with quartz counters, new plumbing, fixtures and appliances. All new flooring, lighting, stair well, tankless water heater, blinds, paint inside and out and mini splits for efficeincy. Don't wait! $335,000 (246090) Call Deana!

JUST REDUCED!

683 S Beartrax Trail, Young: Log-sided, metal roof, 4BRs, 3 baths, 2074 sf, almost 13 acres! Large shop w/ guest quarters, attached 2+car garage, grandstand with power for parties, bunkhouse for the kids, whole-house generator, private well. Large BRs, den, laundry room, F/P in primary BR, plus French doors to a private deck. Can be used as a short-term rental. $1,100,000 (246089) Call Deana!

JUST REDUCED!

2033 Jones Pass Rd, Overgaard: 3BRs, 2 baths, 2011 sf, attached and detached garages and carports, all on 1.17 acres. Separate dining room, granite kitchen, hickory cabinets, pantry, separate laundry. Covered front and rear decks, fully-fenced back yard and garden. Better hurry! $529,500 (245218) Call Maggie!

2735 Canyon Ridge Road, Overgaard: Heavily treed 2½ acres in Section 31 with a 2BR, 1 bath home with spacious sleeping loft. Nice quiet setting off the road. Oversized 2-car garage. New roof installed in July ‘23. Lots of potential with this great property! Close to the forest, horseback riding and fishing. $359,000 (247250) Ask for Chris or Steven!

2019 Broken Arrow Rd, Overgaard: Affordable 3BR, 2 bath on a corner lot. New flooring in primary bath, carpet in living room and primary BR, painted inside & out, pellet stove, new refrigerator. Split floorplan, circle drive, front deck, metal roof. Partly furnished! Great for short or long term rental, a weekend getaway or full-time living. County-maintained road, no HOA, room for RV. Seller is offering $10K in lieu of repairs, and is a licensed REALTOR® in California. $189,900 (247083) Call Deana!

JUST REDUCED!

2403 Sprig Lane, Overgaard: 3BRs, 2½ baths, 2739 sf, 3-car garage, 0.70-acre parcel. Greatroom with wall of windows, maple flooring, slate kitchen floor, granite counters, two 2-way stackedstone F/Ps, vaulted ceilings, skylights w/ auto sun shades, two master suites w/ walk-in closets and showers, office, family room, central heat & A/C. $769,900 (247588) Call Maggie!

3478 Fence Post, Heber: Log-sided in High Country Pines, paved streets, u/g utilities. 5BR/3.5BA, 3208 sf, 0.97-acre. Cul-de-sac backing to greenbelt. Granite counters, SS appliances. Main-floor master w/ gas F/P. Greatroom w/ wood stove. 2BRs up, bath and loft. Finished walk-out basement w/ 2BRs, bath, game room. Furnished. Could be a perfect VRBO. $759,000 (247670) Call Chris or Steven

CJUST REDUCED!

1874 SR 260, Overgaard: Highway frontage, zoned Commercial / Residential. 780 sf building on 0.65 acres, perfect for new or existing business. Currently a real estate office with month-to-month tenant. $264,9 00 (246150) Call Maggie!

2967 E Lookout Lane, Overgaard: Well-maintained 2BR, 2 bath in Forest Trails II. Single-level, split floorplan, pellet stove, 2-car detached garage + 1-car detached garage for toys. Propane tank is owned. Covered front and back Trex decks. Nicely treed lot, back deck offers views. Furnished with the exception of Ethan Allen coffee table and end table with Tiffany lamp. $489,900 (264478) Ask for Chris or Steven!

NEW LISTING!

2403 Quarter Horse Trail, #239, Overgaard: 2BR, 790 sf condo with full bath in Bison Ranch. Greatroom layout, covered patio, easy access to clubhouse, laundry, fitness center. Sports courts, catch & release pond, medical center, on-site shopping. $139,500 (246127) Call Maggie!

1911 Twin Pines Trail, Overgaard: 4BR/3BA, open floor plan, granite counters, oversized island, new dishwasher, 2 master BRs, vaulted ceiling, fully furnished. Attached 1-car garage/workshop. 2-car detached garage insulated w/ separate office attached. Covered front deck, large back deck, fenced back yard, new gutters, 50-gal water heater, washer & dryer. $539,000 (247718) Call Steve or Chris

Red Deer Run (across Hwy 260 from Chevron) Overgaard, Arizona

Associate

710 N ELK RUN CIRCLE: This wonderful and quaint single-level 2BR, 2 bath, cottage-style home w/ 2-car garage features an open floor plan and is filled with light. Recent upgrades include new flooring and paint throughout, a new heat pump, new water heater, and a new laundry center. Kitchen boasts SS appliances and granite counters. Primary BR has a large jetted tub, separate shower, and dual vanities, plus a large walk-in closet. Guest BR has direct access to the guest bath. There is a 3rd bonus room that can be used as a den or office or even a 3rd BR. Large front deck has recently been redone, a great place for family and friends to gather, and the back patio lends itself to a dog run. Better hurry! Only $625,000 (89073)

806 N Desert Mimosa Circle: 3BRs plus loft, 3 baths, 2740 sf, 2-car garage, 0.90-acre parcel. Single-level, split floor plan, all electric. Granite & quartz kitchen, breakfast bar w/ sink, wood & tile flooring. Game room and ½-bath in loft. $975,000 (88915)

615 N Redbud Circle: 3BRs, 4 baths, 3750 sf, 3-car garage, 1.05 acres with water views. Single-level, split floor plan, all electric. Open-beam ceilings, wood floors, floor-to-ceiling stone F/P (gas), quartz gourmet kitchen. $1,875,000 (88948)

609 N Redbud Circle: 4BRs, 5 baths, 6667 sf, 5-car garage capacity, 0.99-acre parcel on the pond plus mountain views. Builder's own home! Genuine mountain elegance! 14' ceilings, open beams, majestic F/P, it has it all. $3,350,000 (88655)

1107 N Scenic Drive: Fairly level 0.42-acre lot. Quiet cul-de-sac with access to Nat’l Forest. Enjoy amenities such as fitness centers, pools, tennis, fitness classes, fine restaurants, and miles of hiking, biking and riding trails. There is even a dog park for our 4-legged loved ones! $64,900 (88614)

2301 E Blue Bell Circle: 0.76-acre cul-de-sac parcel overlooking signature 7th green. Fully surveyed, perfect for single-level or multi-dimensional home. Fantastic views! Come and enjoy the many amenities offered in this prestigious gated golf community. Reciprocity is offered with The Rim Club. $119,000 (88392)

2306 E Blue Bell Circle: Sprawling 0.91-acre parcel backing to the 7th fairway. Beautiful golf course & distant mountain views! Amenities include pools, tennis, volley ball and pickle ball courts, walking paths, fitness centers with classes, and a dog park for our four-legged loved ones. $149,900 (87636)

GISELA: 113 N Old Mountain Trail. 3BRs, 2 baths, 1400 sf, 0.41-acre lot w/ pipe fencing and hilltop views of surrounding Sierra Ancha mountains. Recently renovated. Owner may carry! Call Pennie at (928) 970-2080 for details on possible seller financing! $245,000 (89044)

ROUND VALLEY: 9607 W Gibson Ranch Rd. An acre of horse property, can be split! Borders Nat’l Forest on 2 sides. Gas stove F/P, vaulted ceiling, bay window, large laundry room. Storage building, 2-car carport. $389,000 (89125) Call Susan at (928) 978-3237

KOHL'S RANCH: 556 S Buenagua Road. Creekside cabin with deck overlooking Tonto Creek. Cozy and comfortable, remodeled kitchen, storage shed. 2000 Polaris ATV included! $499,500 (89012) Call Pennie at (928) 970-2080 or Susan at (928) 978-3237

OMC

1239 E Greenback Valley Rd: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1456 sf, 2-car attached garage + RV parking, all on two level acres of horse property with panoramic views. Site-built, laminate flooring, eat-in kitchen w/ pantry, covered front and back patios. Call today!

$465,000 (88853)

Financing Available!

Buddi Mini Mart: Convenience store and the only gas station in Young (and within 60 miles). Unleaded, diesel and propane. 24-hour pay at the pump. Three fuel storage tanks and 5 dispensers. Liquor, beer, soda, convenience foods available. Great visibility being right off Highway 288. There is room for a mobilehome on the 1½ acres. Weekenders, hunters and locals keep the pumps and the store busy. Surrounded by trees and beautiful views. What a great place to live, work and play! $850,000 (89127) Call Crystal Phillips (928) 970-0973

CACREAGE!

130 E Crappie Ln: 3BR, 2 bath, 1960 sf groundset mnf'd home with insulated and drywalled 10' tall 4-car capacity garage with 8' tall doors on a 0.39-acre lot. Just off Hwy 188, a great location for home and business! All electric, skylights, patio. $385,000 (88840)

159 Quail Trail: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1893 sf, 2-car attached garage, half-acre parcel. Priced to SELL! Southwest-style stucco site-built home. New saltillo tile and rigid core waterproof wood plank flooring. Office / den could be 4th BR. Master w/ dual vanities and patio access. $300,000 (89168)

224 W Cooper Ridge, Young: 6 acres! 4 RV hookups w/ 50 amp, septic & water. Level pad. Solar well, two 3000-gal tanks. Gate to Nat’l Forest. 5BR, 3 bath septic. Area for shop / garage. Two animal pens, mountain views. $330,000 (88630) Call Crystal Phillips (928) 970-0973

NEW LISTING

237 W Occotillo Lane: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1522 sf, 2-car attached garage, ½-acre bordering undeveloped land. Back yard w/ block fence, storage building, extra parking, covered patio, lawn & fruit trees, Site-built homes only. $417,000 (89147)

NEW LISTING

335 N Walnut Springs Blvd: Two bedrooms, 2 baths, 1144 sf, attached carport plus RV parking, all on a 0.23-acre lot on a blacktop street close to the lake. Metal storage shed. Open living, dining & kitchen. All appliances + washer and dryer $274,900 (88962)

1055 N Deer Creek Drive, Deer Creek Village: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1457 sf, double carport, partially fenced 0.59-acre parcel w/ RV parking. New roof, heater, washer & dryer. Sunroom w/ spectacular views, newly expanded deck! $325,000 (89126)

1172 E Greenback Valley Road: 3BR, 2 bath, 1792 sf mnf'd home with 5-car garage capacity on 4.12 acres overlooking Tonto Creek and distant mountain ranges. Large garage / shop, full hookups for RV. $485,000 (89153)

Crossing Park: Secluded, quiet, private and shady retreat! 1973 12 x 64 mobilehome with three bedrooms, two baths, and add-on, a patio, a carport, a work shop, and a utility room, all for just $72,900+ space rent! (89049)

243 S Hohokam Lane: Two bedroom, two bath, 720 sf singlewide mobilehome on a level, 0.28-acre fenced lot with an RV gate and all utilities. Punkin Center, close to Roosevelt Lake! $97,500 (88812)

LOTS, LAND & ACREAGE

• Parcel #2, Bethel Lane: Three-quarters of an acre. Owner may carry. $74,900 (86769)

• 15K N Highway 188: 1.81 acres w/ Hwy frontage & paved turnout. Power & water. Horse property zoned GU. $135,000 (89057)

• Parcel 4 Ewing Trail: 2.09 acres of horse property. Great views, quiet area, no restrictions, seasonal stream. $150,000 (89123)

157 W Brittlebrush Trail: 2BR, 2 bath, 1352 sf, ground-set mnf'd home with a double carport on a 0.52-acre corner parcel. Island kitchen, den, dual master vanities, luxury shower and claw-foot tub. W&D. Panoramic views and peace of mind! $329,000 (88627)

• 151 Elmer Lane: Just over ½-acre, mnf'd home OK, cab be divided, fenced. $159,000 (89165)

• 5531 S Burton Lane, E: Five acres overlooking Tonto Creek. Water, electric, phone available. Animals OK. $259,000 (87016)

• 3G W Elmer Lane: 4.47 acres of horse property bordering Nat'l Forest on two sides. Water & power to lot line. $269.000 (88403)

Attractions

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Lee Larson

REALTOR®, GRI®, e-Pro

Cell: 602-284-9138

Email: leelarson@frontiernet.net

www.heberovergaardlandandhomes.com

Most of our land listings are SOLD. Buying and selling land can be tricky. Give me a call and let me help.

CONCHO

• 21 & 23 County Road - #247133 - 2.52 acres - $15,000

leased storage spaces, in back, along with Two (2) Manufactured homes with tenants. Shown by appointment only to qualified buyers! $700,000

PENDING

HEBER - CHEVELON RETREAT - LAND

• Sec 1 - #247269 - 40 acres - $35,000: Fantastic 40-acre parcel with a great ridge & rock formation, running from the NE corner towards the SW corner, leaving you with two flatter areas with nice views to build on or place a mnf’d home. You can drill your own well or join Deer Run Water Co-op for $300 initial cost, with $200 for maintenance of the wells and $100 for water for a period of one year; every year thereafter is just $100 for water. Closest one to property is well 4 which is about ¾ of a mile away.

Fabulous opportunity to own a Well Established Commercial building, sitting on 3.69 acres with a Laundromat and a Popular Bakery Business in it. It also includes a Storage Building and leased storage spaces, in back, along with Two (2) Manufactured homes with tenants. Shown by appointment only to qualified buyers! $700,000

• Sec 12 - #247183 - 21.14 acres - $24,500

5886 DARK CANYON DRIVE/228554

• 1879 Twin Tanks Rd - #247178 - 40 acres - $45,000 - SALE PENDING

HEBER - CHEVELON RETREAT - RESIDENTIAL

Exceptional Views! from where this Hogan is situated on 36.5 acres, plus adjoining lot - for a total of 73 acres. Hogan comes partially furnished. Also, 9 X 12 building. Great property for a great price, don't let it pass you by. $89,000

Amazing Selection of White Mountain Land & Acreage

Exceptional Views! from where this Hogan is situated on 36.5 acres, plus adjoining lot - for a total of 73 acres. Hogan comes partially furnished. Also, 9 X 12 building. Great property for a great price, don't let it pass you by. $89,000

Amazing Selection of White Mountain Land & Acreage

• Sec 1 - #247360 - 40 acres - $98,000: This 2BR, 2 bath home with a detached 3-car garage on 40 acres is being sold “As Is”, with seller unable to remove anything. Home is furnished, and in the garage is a damaged 1956 Lincoln Mark IV car along with other miscellaneous items. Existing vehicles and other miscellaneous items go with the home at no value. You can join Deer Run Water Corp, or drill your own well. Joining the Co-op has an initial fee of $300 of which $100 is for water for one year. Every year thereafter, it is only $100 per year. Some roads leading to the property are rough, so a higher clearance vehicle is recommended.

HEBER - CHEVELON CANYON RANCH - LAND

• 6103 River Run - Lot 396 - #24430741 acres - $38,000: Large, nicely treed acreage in a quiet and remote location. All that is required is your easy chair and toys! You provide power with a generator or solar, drill a well or haul water from the co-op well. HOA fee is $250 per year to maintain roads and well. Lot has passed a perc test.

SALE PENDING!

• Lot 321 - #76552 - 38.07 acres - $28,000

• Lot 302 - #88626 - 38.12 acres - $29,900

• 5883 Mesa View Lot 131 - #245329 - 40 acres - $31,600

• Lot 457 - #245307 - 39.25 acres - $34,900 SALE PENDING

• Lot 469 - #245425 - 42.91 acres - $42,500

• 5873 Canyon View Lot 101 - #244406 - 36.5 acres - $46,000

• 546 Flat Bush - #236321 - 36.5 acres - $64,900

OVERGAARD - RESIDENTIAL

• 2181 South Woods Dr. - #247200 - 0.14 acre lot - $239,900: This home is immaculate and has been remodeled and upgraded with almost everything - flooring, washer & dryer, 40-gallon water heater, ceramic tile in the shower, faucets, lighting, faux blinds, toilet, stove, furnace, refrigerator, and even the side door! One room can be converted into a second bedroom. Also, there's new fencing and a concrete patio, a drip system for watering the plants, and an RO system has been installed, including a feed to the refrigerator. Home comes partially furnished. Practically new! Better come take a look today... at this price, it won’t last long!

Duane Tomlinson, Broker-Owner

2913 Pine Rim Road

Heber, AZ 85928

247483 - $255,000 - 2153 Cottontail Rd - This is a great 2BR, 2 bath mnf’d home with 1300+sf and an open floor plan, plenty of room for everyone! On over a quarter-acre with tall pines. Priced to sell, so call before this one is gone!

247519 - $549,000 - 3480 Roundup Circle, Heber – 3BR, 3 bath log cabin in High Country Pines. Open floor plan, plenty of room for family & friends. T&G ceiling, log interior and wood tile are the perfect mountain accents! Two master suites, one downstairs.

245559 - $89,900 - 2870 Constellation LnBeautiful 0.85-acre corner lot in Mogollon Air Park with tall pines, water, electric, and septic already installed. Start building your summer retreat or full time mountain home! Paved streets, underground utilities, HOA.

245350 - $229,500 - 2073 Gilbert Lane, Overgaard - Three heavily treed acres, no HOA! Power & water are to the lot line. Survey completed & recorded 2023. Price includes 20635-025L, 025N, and 025K, total of three 1-acre parcels. Call Jennie Turley @ 928-240-0929

247930 - $203,500 - 2141 Cottontail Rd – 2BR, 1¾ bath mnf’d home. 1100+sf, open floor plan. Over a quarter-acre acre with tall pines and two storage sheds. Motivated seller is aware of some needed TLC, and has priced the home accordingly. Bring your offer!

247772 - $165,000 - 2393 Quarter Horse Trail - Like new in Bison Ranch, updated from top to bottom. New floors, counters, paint, light fixtures, and a whole new bathroom. This 2BR, 1 bath, 727 sf lower level condo faces the courtyard, and it's FURNISHED!

247831 - $429,000 - 1947 Twin Pines TrailGreat mountain getaway, furnished and move-in ready! 2BRs, 1¾ baths, 1400+sf. Additional storage in the unfinished basement. Tall pines cover this 0.34-acre lot. This one is priced to sell, so you'd better call today!

247277 - $620,000 - 1703 Sunlight Rd - 2500 sf site-built on 4.4 hilltop acres with amazing views of the valley below. 3BRs, 2½ baths, expansive decking, and it’s secluded, the perfect mountain getaway! Call today for your personal showing.

sf. Detached garage, rock F/P, fenced yard, metal roof, expansive decking! Now zoned residential. Call for more details today! $545,000 (87415)

STRAWBERRY

404 W Frontier Street: Three lots totaling 0.51-acre plus a 3BR, 2 bath, 1920 sf brick home! R-3 zoning, and it's within walking distance of Green Valley Park and Lake. Better hurry! $385,000 (89186)

PAYSON

PAYSON

New Listing!

305 E Sherwood Dr: Recently remodeled! 2BRs, 2 baths, 1387 sf, attached garage. Butterfly garden out front with raspberries, blackberries, blueberries and strawberries! RV parking, no HOA, new heating & cooling system in 7/23. $395,000 (88935)

New Price!

PAYSON

Sale Pending!

New Listing!

sf. $399,000 (89036)

611 N Blue Spruce Dr: Movein ready in Woodhill! Three bedrooms, two baths, a 2-car garage, a fireplace in the greatroom, plus a bonus room! Fenced yard and

302 N Whitetail: Stellar single level custom home built with steel framing. Located on a level 1.01-acre lot, this 3572 sf home offers 4BRs, 3 baths, an officeand a 3-car garage, plus an RV garage with hook-ups! $895,000 (89158)

MANZANITA HILLS

GERONIMO ESTATES

1515 W H BAR RANCH ROAD, RYE / GISELA

One-of-a-kind property less than 30 minutes south of Payson, situated on 10+ acres bordering the Tonto National Forest. This sprawling, 6222± sf Southwestern-style home has four bedrooms, six baths, an oversized three+car garage with storage area, and an attached guest house with its own two-car garage. The fully-pavered courtyard features an outdoor kitchen, complete with pizza oven, and leads you to an infinity pool. A misting system keeps you cool on the covered patios as you enjoy the 360° panoramic views of Arizona's high desert landscape against the backdrop of the Sierra Anchas to the east and the Mazatzal Mountan Range to the west. Property includes a commercial back-up generator, and a brand new solar panel system with no payments or lease. The list of amenities goes on and on! Call today for your private tour of this gorgeous property in the heart of Arizona! $2,400,000 (88825)

The Rim Country Above it all... 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.

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!

Westward view across Strawberry Valley

Sunset from Tomahawk Road, Strawberry

The Onyx Group

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

Horton Creek Trail above Christopher Creek

Photo: The Onyx Group

PHOTO: Hay Rake by Anna Dean Shields

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

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.

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

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 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.

The Ryan Ranch - PHOTO: Bryce Johnson

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.

Fall Colors near Woods Canyon Lake

PHOTO: Courtesy of Renée Zeising

Fall Colors in the Sierra Anchas near Young

PHOTO: Courtesy of John Wise, Phoenix

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. See

• Average annual total snow, sleet and hail: 51.3 inches (based on a 30-year average)

Photo courtesy of Heber-Overgaard.org

Photo courtesy of Bill Taylor, Show Low

Aspen glade ablaze with color near NcNary

Photo courtesy of Bill Taylor, Show Low

Big Lake Campground Road, near Sunrise Park

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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