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Suzy Tubbs, REALTOR®

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

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Barbara Weeks-Newton

Sabrina Middleton

REALTOR®

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

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4751 N Bear Circle

6495 W Ruin Hill Loop

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Nestled on a rare, sprawling 1.37-acre parcel of horse property that borders the Tonto National Forest, this three bedroom, three bath, 2112 sf cabin exudes country warmth & character, and with its greatroom & stone fireplace, it's the perfect balance of comfort & rustic charm. There is a detached garage plus a carport, along with plenty of room for an RV & trailers. Come see this mini-ranch for yourself. $845,000 (89235)

2823 Hopi Drive HAPPY JACK

Beautiful & spacious chalet-style cabin w/ a wall of windows to showcase the gorgeous views! Vaulted T&G 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)

9079 Juniper Road STRAWBERRY

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REDUCED! 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. $695,000 (88939)

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. $468,800 (89070)

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1117 N Karen Way: Beautiful custom-built home with 360° views on ±5 acres. Three bedrooms, four baths, a bonus room, plus an oversized 2+car garage. Chicken coop, garden and plenty of outdoor storage and outdoor living! Private well, septic, and it’s all electric. Lots of room for your RV and toys. $1,100,000 (89355)

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3002 E HANGING ROCK: 3BRs, 4 baths, 5069± sf, 2-car attached garage, 0.83-acre± parcel. Breathtaking mountain views! Spacious kitchen, dual-sided F/P, expansive covered and open decking. Dual vanities and closets in the primary suite, walk-in shower and deck access. Home office, and perfect space for gym or theater! $1,799,000 (88585) Tour on the Web at www.SuzyTubbs.Com

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Advantage Realty 3640 Highway 87 • Pine, AZ 85544

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205 N. Heritage Ln: Single-level home with 2BRs, 2 baths, a den/office or 3rd BR, skylights and French doors. Open floor plan, natural light, greatroom with high ceilings. Tile, carpet and laminate wood flooring. Beautiful landscaping, storage shed, attached 2-car garage! Better hurry... won't last at $388,900!

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384 W. Larona Lane, Warner Ranch: 4BRs, 2 baths, 2323 sf, 3-car garage, all on a corner cul-de-sac lot. Beautifully tiled throughout, island kitchen with SS appliances, high ceilings and cozy fireplace in the greatroom, French doors, private pool. $658,000 (87350)

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Ten Acres, 4BRs, 6 Baths, 6000+ sf of Southwestern Style

1515 W H BAR RANCH ROAD, RYE/GISELA: One-of-a-kind on 10± acres, less than 30 minutes south of Payson, bordering Nat’l Forest. Courtyard with infinity pool, outdoor kitchen w/ pizza oven. Misting system on covered patios.

3+car garage w/ storage, attached guest house w/ 2-car garage. 360° panoramic views! Commercial backup generator, new solar panel system with no payments or lease. Call for private showing. 4BRs, 6 baths, 6222± sf. $2,400,000 (88825)

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NEW LISTING

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1402 W Lake Drive Lovely home across from the Payson Golf Course with beautiful views of the course and mountain views. 3BRs, 3 baths and a 4-car tandem garage that offers a workshop and 220V electric. ±0.45-acre lot. $725,000 (89292)

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NEW LISTING 900 W Rim View Rd: Lovely two bedroom, three bath home on a ±0.32-acre lot with a single garage, a double carport, with plenty of room left to park all your toys! $450,000 (89323)

509 N Granite Drive: 3BR, 2 bath, 1200 sf mnf'd home with A/C, a covered patio, a workshop, and a carport, all on a 0.19acre partially fenced lot in Payson North. $314,000 (89151)

TBD N McLane Rd: Level 31.42-acre parcel zoned R-175. Borders Nat'l Forest on two sides, Payson Airport on the south. Horses and RVs permitted.

Can be split. Potential for subdivision! $3,100,000 (88547)

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NEW LISTING 1608 Mormon Rd: Totally off-grid! Newly remodeled, fully furnished A-frame cabin on ±1 acre in beautiful Clear Creek Pines! All the comforts of home, solar power, septic and a community well with haul water. $360,000 (89356)

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213 N Mountain View: Remodeled top to bottom! 3BRs + loft, 2 baths, 2225 sf, vaulted ceilings, butcher block kitchen, laundry room, all on an acre in Diamond Point Shadows. No HOA! $539,000

417 W Main Street: 1.53 level acres with views, commercially zoned C-2 and C-3.

Includes water and sewer credit! Please call for details. $475,000 (80916)

201 W MAIN STREET Next to Sawmill Theater Payson, Arizona

SALE PENDING! 203 W Bonita Sreet: Zoned R3-MH, a successful 7 station beauty salon with nail station, massage room, esthetician room. Can be sold AS IS, or could be a home business. $320,000 (88475)

295 S. Lion Springs Rd: 2BR, 1 bath, 1183 sf ranch house with greatroom, woodburning F/P, breakfast bar, covered patio, 2-car & RV garages, plus complete horse set-up. $1,175,000 (88199)

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Holly Sanders

Heber-Overgaard / White Mountains (480) 434-2076 or (928) 535-3500

Duane Tomlinson, Broker-Owner 2913 Pine Rim Road Heber, AZ 85928

SkylineCanyonRealty@gmail.com ACREAGE!

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x 2153 Cottontail Rd - A great 2 bedroom, 2 bath mnf’d home w/ 1300+ sf and an open floor plan, plenty of room for everyone. Located on over ¼-acre with tall pines. Priced to sell, call before this one is gone! $255,000 (247483)

3480 Roundup Circle, Heber – 3BR, 3 bath log cabin in High Country Pines. Open floor plan, beautiful T&G ceiling, log interior, and wood tile are perfect accents. Two master suites, one downstairs. $549,000 (247519)

2276 Lindbergh Rd - Mogollon Airpark! 3BRs, 1¾ baths, 1500+sf, open kitchen, split BRs, wrap-around deck and it’s furnished! Paver patio, fenced yard and watering system. Paved roads, u/g utilities, HOA to keep everything looking great. $485,000 (248496)

x2073 Gilbert Lane, Overgaard - 3 acres, heavily treed, no HOA! Electric and water to lot line.

Survey recorded 2023. Includes 206-35-025L, 025N, and 025K, total of three 1-acre parcels. Call Jennie Turley (928) 240-0929. $229,500 (245350)

2141 Cottontail Rd – 2BR, 1.75 bath mnf’d home. More than 1100 square feet and an open floor plan. Over ¼-acre with tall pines and two storage sheds. Motivated seller is aware of some needed TLC and has priced the home accordingly. $203,500 (247930)

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 condo is on the lower lever facing the courtyard. Furnished! $162,900 (247772)

1947 Twin Pines Trail – Great 2BR, 1.75 bath, 1400+sf mountain getaway! Recent updates, furnished, move-in ready. Storage in the unfinished basement. Tall pines cover the 0.34acre lot. Priced to sell, so call today before it’s gone! $429,000 (247831)

1703 Sunlight Rd - Magnificent views! This 3BR, 2½ bath, 2500 sf site-built home sits high atop 4.4 acres with amazing views of the valley below! Spacious and secluded, this home is the perfect mountain getaway. Call today for your personal showing. $550,000 (247277)

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1973 Red Deer Run (across from Chevron) Overgaard, Arizona • 85933

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2302 Shangri-La Lane / 246960 - 3BR, 2 bath log-sided chalet in gated Overgaard Springs Ranch. Relax and enjoy the cool temps and the pond just steps from your front deck. Exposed beams, vaulted T&G ceiling, hardwood floors, stone-clad gas F/P, granite counters and tiled backsplash. Great summer cabin or full-time home. The large clubhouse makes this a one-of-a-kind development! Sewer and trash pick-up included in HOA dues. $379,900

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2231 Del Rio Circle / 248004 - Honey, stop the car! It's a 2BR, 2 bath pine-sided chalet w/ a loft, a wall of windows, an open floor plan, and the master BR is downstairs! Central heat & A/C, plus a wood burning F/P w/ log lighter. New vinyl plank flooring and granite counters, gorgeous island for food prep. 2-car attached garage, a separate tall carport with 3 sides enclosed, a separate storage shed, and it's all on a quiet cul-de-sac with low-flow traffic. $445,000

1586 Greentree Cir / 243607 - Multi-level, 4BR, 3½ bath, log-sided cabin w/ metal roof on a cul-de-sac backing greenbelt for privacy.

Main floor master, loft w/ BR & bath, 2BR walk-out basement. Central heat & F/P. Open kitchen, oak cabinets, SS appliances, breakfast bar, bay window dining. Wood interior doors, trim & sills. Covered deck, paver area, fenced yard & 3-car drive-thru garage. $599,900

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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!

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

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!

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

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Assoc. Broker, REALTOR® Maggie@MaggieDahlgren.com

(928) 240-0148

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!

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!

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!

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 stacked-stone 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!

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!

NEW LISTING! 2150 Wildflower Rd, Overgaard: This is an adorable 1BR, 1 bath, 1125 sf cottage on a heavily-treed 0.29-acre lot. Office / den could be used as 2nd BR. New flooring and appliances.

Fully fenced with plenty of area for your toys, RV and visitors. $245,000 (247684) Call Deana!

NEW LISTING! 2751 Challenger Dr, Overgaard: Stunning home in Mogollon AirPark at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac! 3BRs, 3 baths, 2933 sf, 2-car attached garage, 0.85-acre parcel.

Log accents and T&G throughout. ormal dining, media room, office, granite kitchen. $779,500 (248018) Call Maggie!

NEW LISTING! 2030 Wilderness Dr, Overgaard: Holiday Forest cutie!

2BRs, 2 baths, 780 sf, front porch, back deck, all on a nicely treed, fenced lot. Fully furnished! New septic!

Cloise to Nat'l Forest! Better hurry, won't last at this price! $149,900 (248013) Call Maggie!

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

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256 S Leisure Rd, Ponderosa 144 Hunter Creek Drive, Hunter Springs: 5BRs, 2 baths, 2720 sf, Creek: On the pond! Rare 0.39woodburning insert, 2-car detached acre lot with underground utilities. garage, all on 1.45 acres of fenced Paved roads, no short-term rentals, horse property! Garden, grape excellent water supply and private vines, fruit trees, cool 6400' sewer system. $129,000 (88954) elevation! $699.000 (89084)

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)

695 S Running Elk Rd, Colcord Mountain: Rare RV & mobile home lot, 0.34-acre, septic, water company, underground electric, mountain views. Oak trees on the lot, backs to undeveloped land.

Owner / Agent. $150,000 (89335)

5175 Bear Flat Road, Bear Flat: 1.09 18 Morris Meadows: 1.18 acres hillside acres of horse property bordering a natural spring & USNF on Tonto Creek, bordering Nat'l on 2 sides! Well & 3BR, 2 bath Forest and state land. 130' of septic are already installed, taking creek frontage. Well, septic, and much of the guesswork & risk out a flat building pad already cut in. of buying land! $299,000 (87878) $249,000 (88619)

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)

135 N Station Circle, Beaver Valley: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1436 sf, pass-thru garage, RV parking, all on a nicelytreed 0.23-acre cul-de-sac lot.

Completely remodeled, fully fenced, electric gate, 50 yards from the East Verde River. $449,000 (88774)

28 N Bear Flat Canyon, Bear Flat: 000 Wipila Wiki Drive, Hunter Beautifully treed and gently sloped Creek: Beautiful 0.45-acre lot in 0.55-acre lot bordering the Nat'l one of the most sought-after gated Forest. Private well, tall pines, communities in the area! Excellent horses and mnf'd home OK, near water and sewer system! Tall pines, Tonto Creek. Preliminary house mountain views, upscale homes. $105,000 (88949) plans included. $99,000 (88621)

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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)

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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!

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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!

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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!

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

PLANNED CONSTRUCTION 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!

Bob Pearson

Broker / Owner Cell: (928) 595-2218 N144AE@gmail.com

Harrison DeHaan

Associate Broker Cell: (928) 595-0100 HDeHaan326@gmail.com

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!

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TO BE BUILT in one of Payson's favorite neighborhoods! This 3BR, 2 bath home with 3+car garage and a split floor plan will be spectacular! Vaulted ceilings, quartz counters, breakfast bar, large pantry, fenced back yard, and so much more! You will have the opportunity to pick any remaining finishes, so the sooner you call, the better! Make this beautiful custom home your new Payson Staycation and call today! Construction by JA Mountain View Custom Homes!

Cynthia Higgerson

REALTOR® Cell: (928) 595-0935 HiggersonCyndy@gmail.com

Marcia Pearson

Open House Coordinator Cell: (928) 595-2218

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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 reduced to sell... just $274,000! (89180)

New Listing!

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8669 W Elk Road: 2BRs, 1½ remodeled baths, tranquil 0.89-acre parcel bordering seasonal creek. This getaway has beautiful hardwood floors throughout, a massive native stone wood burning fireplace, and T&G ceilings in the greatroom and kitchen. Appliances are SS, and counters are granite. Outdoor space is AMAZING, an entertainers dream - large, covered patio with fans, a propane fire pit, outdoor kitchen with minifridge, and a built-in grill w/ griddle. This one comes furnished! $450,000 (89223) New Listing!

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9678 Coyote Drive: 2BRs, 2 baths, 0.80-acre parcel. This chalet-style cabin offers panoramic views of the meadows and mountains as far as the eye can see. The wall of windows captures the breathtaking views. The greatroom has wood floors, cathedral ceilings with exposed beams, fresh paint, and a wood accent wall with electric fireplace. The kitchen has been remodeled and has beautiful quartz countertops and breakfast bar. Newer HVAC system, water heater, water softener and roof! $599,000 ©2023 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each office is independently owned and operated.

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715 S. Beeline Hwy | Payson, Arizona

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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)

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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)

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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. $288,000 (88562)

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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)

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715 S. Beeline Hwy | Payson, Arizona

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NEW LISTING! 1308 N MATTERHORN: Move-in ready, site-built home in Payson North with plenty of off-street parking & NO HOA! This 2BR, 2 bath, 1056 sf home is close to Payson amenities & features an open floor plan. The family room, dining area & kitchen have laminate wood-look floors & a wood burning F/P. There's a detached 1-car garage with workshop space, & a circular drive with room for your RV. The back yard is fenced & has lots of native, easy-care trees that give you shade & privacy. You will love the covered back deck, perfect for enjoying Payson's beautiful mountain weather. $325,000 (89367) PINE

6381 MARCY WAY: Fully-furnished, 2BR, 3 bath, 2468 sf, rustic, real log cabin with loft! Tall pines, mountain views, RV parking, no HOA! Updated cabinets, granite counters, backsplash, lighting, & newer appliances. Two primary en-suite BRs, loft sleeps 4. Screened porch w/ access to deck & fire-pit.

Finished, walk-out basement / game room w/ granite bar & game tables, plus a utility / laundry room, ½-bath & access to outdoors. 0.34-acre lot, circular drive, RV parking. New alternative septic. Close to National Forest & Pine amenities! $710,000 (89138) PAYSON

NEW LISTING! 402 S CANPAR WAY: Mountain views, possible guest quarters, & NO HOA! The greatroom has vaulted ceilings & a F/P. The dining room, kitchen & den have mountain views, & just outside there's a patio & covered deck. Kitchen cabinets have been updated & the appliances are newer. The walk-in pantry has an extra-deep utility sink. The primary suite has a walk-in closet, another closet & an en-suite with a dual vanity & an updated step-in shower. The laundry room has additional storage, & the washer / dryer convey.

There are two additional BRs, & a guest bath with a full-size tub. The potential guest quarters have ±9' ceilings with a private entrance, & it's partially plumbed for bath #3. Total ±2413 sf under roof. $495,000 (89298) ©2023 Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker® and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Each office is independently owned and operated.

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Barbara Weeks-Newton

Sabrina Middleton

REALTOR®

REALTOR®

(928) 951-5003

(928) 241-1397

Barbara@BishopRealty.com

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

Sabrina@BishopRealty.com

Arizona's Rim Country... Real Mountain Living.

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4713 N OAK LEAF CIRCLE: Discover this inviting 3BR, 2 bath home (1BR is in the loft) with an eye-catching blend of modern aesthetics. The unique floor plan and ample windows create an airy, sunlit atmosphere, all surrounded by trees on a private 0.40-acre lot. Enjoy serene outdoor living on the beautiful redwood decks shaded by Sun Setter awnings. A charming shed / studio / bunk room adds versatility, and pride of ownership is evident throughout. $455,000 (89313)

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3193 N PINEWOOD DR: 2BRs, 1 bath, and a brand new fireplace for cozy evenings. The kitchen features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. Elegant tile flooring adds a touch of sophistication & durability throughout. Indulge in luxury with the spacious walk-in shower, providing a rejuvenating escape. And the stylish metal roof offers you years of protection! $345,000 (88897)

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5269 N NASH DR: Escape to this charming 2BR, 1 bath cabin on a nicely treed lot in a picturesque mountain town, a tranquil retreat from the hustle & bustle of everyday life. Cabin features a cozy living space w/ ample natural light, perfect for relaxing after a day of outdoor adventures. The kitchen is well-equipped w/ modern appliances, and offers plenty of counter and storage space for all your culinary needs. $340,000 (88765)

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LOT 9 WALNUT GLEN: Secluded yet accessible, this idyllic mountain community offers the best of both worlds. Whether you're seeking a weekend escape or a permanent residence, this 0.63-acre haven is a rare opportunity for you to make your mountain-living dreams become a reality. $99,900 (89325)

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LOT 2, SUNSET LANE: Quiet, nicely treed, cul-de-sac lot in Portal I & II with panoramic views of the Mogollon Rim! Property has a gentle slope at the widest part of the lot. The large oaks, juniper and pinion pines on the property add to the secluded feel of this mountain terrain that could be your back yard. Water meter in and active!

0.15-acre. $69,500 (88218)

LOT 163 PORTAL DRIVE: Gorgeous property with views of Strawberry Mountain, just a short distance from endless miles of Nat’l Forest hiking trails! Water meter is in, service is already on! Gently sloped land provides views in just about every direction, not to mention the wildlife that shares this quiet neighborhood. 0.23-acre. $80,000 (87755)

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LOT 94 MYSTICAL CIRCLE: This is your chance to own in the exclusive, gated community of Portal IV. This offering is an exceptional lot with views of Strawberry Mountain.

One of the standout features of this lot is its access to sewer services, eliminating the need for septic tanks and simplifying the construction process! 0.23-acre. $120,000 (88553)

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$2,400,000 - 4BD/6BA – 6,222 Sq Ft± - 10.08± acre lot MLS# 88825 – 928-978-4485 Michael.Hughes@erayoung.net 1515 W H Bar Ranch, Rye/Gisela

$560,000 - 4BD/3BA – 1,509 Sq Ft± - 1.14± acre lot MLS# 89117 – 928-978-1971 Steve.Cantrill@erayoung.net 811 E Park Dr

$225,000 - 1BD/1BA – 448 Sq Ft± - 0.99± acre lot MLS# 88375 – 928-978-4485 Michael.Hughes@erayoung.net 1192 W Paint Pony Dr, Geronimo Est

$139,000 – VACANT LAND – 1.24± acre lot MLS# 88592 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 534 W Frontier St G IN ST LI W

$540,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,605 Sq Ft± - MLS# 89148 Suzi Wild / 928-476-2042 / MyPaysonRimSales@gmail.com 928-970-1362 / Jim.Hall@erayoung.net 4508 N Chalet Dr, Pine

$415,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,164 Sq Ft± MLS# 89270 – 928-978-1971 Steve.Cantrill@erayoung.net 18527 N Red Mountain Way, Surprise

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$630,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,856 Sq Ft± - 1.41± acre lot MLS# 88424 – 928-978-1853 Glori.Surman@erayoung.net 511 & 515 S Cienega Rd, Christopher Creek

$359,000 - 2BD/2BA – 1,213 Sq Ft± MLS# 89247 – 928-970-0634 Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 1105 N Gila Dr

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$475,000 - 3BD/1BA – 1,248 Sq Ft± MLS# 89181 – 928-978-1853 Glori.Surman@erayoung.net 888 N University Dr, Kohl’s Tonto Creek Ranch

$575,000 - 4BD/3BA - 2,038 Sq Ft± - 0.95± acre lot MLS# 88768 - 928-978-4485 Michael.Hughes@erayoung.net 4852 N Tanner Ln, Strawberry D L O S

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Acreage on the Creek! $458,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,344 Sq Ft± MLS# 88953 – 928-978-1853 Glori.Surman@erayoung.net 431 S Cienega Rd, Christopher Creek

$330,000 – VACANT LAND – 1.0± acre lot MLS# 89042 – 928-978-3256 Suzy.Tubbs@erayoung.net 2309 E Yerba Serita, Rim Club

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$975,000 - 7BD/5BA – 3,396 Sq Ft± - 12.25± acre lot MLS# 89305 – 928-978-1971 Steve.Cantrill@erayoung.net 992 to 998 E Sycamore Ln, Rye/Gisela

$610,000 - 3BD/3BA – 1,984 Sq Ft± MLS# 89214 – 928-978-1971 Steve.Cantrill@erayoung.net 902 W Landmark Tr

$635,000 - 3BD/3BA – 2,826 Sq Ft± - 1.01± acre lot MLS# 89295 – 928-978-1236 Judi.Holgate@erayoung.net 304 W Forest Dr

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$385,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,616 Sq Ft± MLS# 88983 – 602-697-5029 Ron.Prychodnik@erayoung.net 1034 W Rim View Rd

$575,000 - 2BD/2BA – 2,136 Sq Ft± - 1.18± acre lot.

MLS# 88792 – 602-320-6181 Brenda.Altfeltis@erayoung.net 5020 Moonlight Dr., Happy Jack

$1,015,000 - 2BD/3BA – 2,994 Sq Ft± MLS# 88784 – 928-970-0634 Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 2501 E Golden Aster Cr, Chaparral Pines

$159,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,226 Sq Ft± MLS# 88814 – 928-595-1706 Ann.Price@erayoung.net 550 S Mimosa St, Tonto Basin

$625,000 – 2 Unit Duplex - 1,993 Sq Ft± MLS# 89263 – 623-556-3741 JanaPalmerAZ@gmail.com 14428 N Saguaro Blvd, Fountain Hills

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Alpine Village $335,000 - 3BD/2BA – 1,153 Sq Ft± MLS# 89347 – 928-978-8653 Marty.Carpenter@erayoung.net 609 W Solitude Circle

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$1,195,000 - 4BD/4BA – 3,720 Sq Ft± MLS# 89149 – 928-595-0136 Rory.Huff@erayoung.net 913 N Scenic Dr, Chaparral Pines

$824,000 - 3BD/3BA – 1,756 Sq Ft± MLS# 89375 – 928-970-0634 Kristin.Croak@erayoung.net 803 N Grapevine Dr, Chaparral Pines

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2306 E Scarlet Bugler 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! $999,000 (89100)

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! $625,000 (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)

3002 E Hanging Rock, The Rim Golf 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)

1204 N Indian Paintbrush: Real log home on a Chaparral Pines cul-de-sac! 4BRs plus loft, 4 baths, ±2964 sf, metal roof, 2-car detached garage with studio above. Main level master, greatroom with views of The Rim, knotty wood flooring, river rock F/P, wrap-around composite deck. $999,000 (89338)

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Debi: (928) 978-1210 • Ernie: (928) 978-2279

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Come and enjoy the amenities and the lifestyle offered here, such as two fine dining restaurants, fitness centers, pools, tennis, pickleball, basketball, volleyball, fitness classes, hiking trails, an 18-hole award-winning golf course, and don't forget the dog park for our 4-legged loved ones. Reciprocity is offered with The Rim Golf Club. Don't let this opportunity pass you by.

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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. $959,000 (88915)

CP 710 N Elk Run Circle: Single-level, 2BRs, 2 baths, 2-car garage, open floor plan. New flooring, heat pump, water heater. SS appliances, granite counters. Primary BR w/ jetted tub, separate shower, dual vanities, walk-in closet. Guest BR, guest bath. Den, office or 3rd BR. Front deck, back patio. $625,000 (89073)

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Reciprocity is offered with The Rim Club. $110,000 (88392)

CP 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)

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OMC STRAWBERRY: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1000 sf, 4-car garage capacity, 0.60-acre parcel.

Rehabed, room for investor to expand. Metal roof, no HOA. Seller will consider all offers! Being sold "AS IS" for just $349,50 (89163) Call Pennie at (928) 970-2080

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Borders Nat’l Forest on 2 sides. Gas stove F/P, vaulted ceiling, bay window, large laundry room. Storage building, 2-car carport. $380,000 (89125) Call Susan at (928) 978-3237

PINE: Log home. 2BRs, 2 baths, 1248 sf and a garage, all on a 1.14acre parcel that borders the Nat’l Forest and state land for maximum privacy! Large windows, fully fenced. Needs a little TLC, so it’s being sold AS IS. $495,000 (86781) Call Pennie at (928) 970-2080

PAYSON: 1304 N Beeline Hwy #45: 3BR, 1 bath mnf'd home in Oak Park (not 55+).

New paint and flooring, all electric, very large sunroom, extra room for office, etc.

Neat, clean and move-in ready. $50,000 (89232) Call Pennie at (928) 970-2080

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! $428,000 (89012) Call Pennie at (928) 970-2080 or Susan at (928) 978-3237

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Renée Zeising Designated Broker / GRI, REALTOR®

(928) 978-4506 eMail: ReneeInYoung@RNSMTE.com

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TRICKED OUT MECHANIC SHOP seeking a master mechanic who's willing to share his talent! 2190 sq ft shop with two separate auto bays. One bay has a nearly new German-made "TwinBusch" lift that can support a three-quarter ton pick-up truck. Building has 3-phase, 400-amp electrical service.

Overhead network of compressed air plumbing with multiple attachment points for pneumatic tools, plus commercial size air compressor. Spacious, air-conditioned office. Private well and new PEX plumbing lines to the half-bath. At least 10 parking spaces, and there's a fenced-in storage area. $189,000 (RZ146)

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 $167,500 (89201)

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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)

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) *

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

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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!

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Margaret Rambo, Broker

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585 N Sleepy Hollow Lane: This one is a great little Roosevelt Lake retreat, just waiting for you!

Remodeled 28 ft RV with an added room and storage. Located in Space #36 at Shady RV Park, it has a full-length add-on Arizona room plus a slideout. BVetter hurry and call today! $34,900 (89337)

164 E Buckhorn Trail: Spacious 3BR, 2 bath home with great views. Corner lot with mature landscaping, covered front patio, lots of parking, and a pull-thru driveway. Workshop, double carport, full RV hookups! Come take a look at this quiet neighborhood and the beautiful views! $260,000 (89215)

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 PRICE! 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! $429,000 (88853)

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JUST REDUCED 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 W 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. $295,000 (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

48 Greenback 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)

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NEW PRICE! 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 $265,000 (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)

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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. $470,000 (89153)

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. Now only $129,900 (89057)

JUST REDUCED 243 S Hohokam Lane: Two bedroom, 1½ bath, 720 sf singlewide mobilehome on a level, 0.28-acre fenced lot with chain-link fencing, RV gate and all utilities. Punkin Center, close to Roosevelt Lake! $87,500 (88812)

163 S Hohokam Ct: Great price! Great getaway!

Close to Roosevelt Lake! Level, fenced, corner lot.

2BR, 1 bath 1965 mobile with add-on lving room.

Carport, storage, RV gate. Near Nat'l Forest trails, has beautiful mountain views! $99,000 (89377)

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)

• TBD 3 S Ewing Trail: 1.67 acres of horse property.

Power to property line. $140,000 (89097) • Parcel 4 Ewing Trail: 2.09 acres of horse property.

Great views, quiet area, no restrictions, seasonal stream. $150,000 (89123)

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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)

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Fall...

the Season for Change

Bonnie Jo on the Go for You!

(928) 978-5183

Bonnie Dorris Broker, ABR, GRI, SRES, SRS

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1705 W Davidson: 3BR, 2 bath, 1652 sf, all-electric w/ 30' x 44' hangar in Mazatzal Airpark at the end of a cul-de-sac. Open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, large master, nice deck, easymaintenance yard. Better hurry on this one! $715,400 (88253)

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NEW LISTING! 16 N Star Vale #18: Two bedrooms, one full bath, 850 sf, attached carport, metal roof, covered front deck, fenced and covered patio area, New carpet, new paint, new washer & dryer. $89,000 (89145)

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16 N Star Vale 119B, Star Valley: One bedroom, one full bath, 400 square foot park model, and it's only two years old. Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, and it has windows galore! There's also a large Tuff Shed included! Located in an active 55+ community, with $575 per month space rent. $69,000 (88776)

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3 - Blue Ridge Reservoir 4 - Fossil Creek Trailhead 5 - Strawberry Schoolhouse 8 - Pine Trailhead 9 - Tonto Natural Bridge S.P. 13 - Payson Airport 17 - Rim Country Chamber of Commerce 18 - Green Valley Lake Park 19 - Payson Golf Course 22 - The Rim Golf Club 24 - Golf Club at Chaparral Pines 26 - Shoofly Indian Ruins 29 - Hunter Creek Trailhead 30 - Tonto Creek Fish Hatchery 32 - Tonto Basin Chamber of Commerce

A - AZ RV Resorts B - Berkshire Hathaway C - Coldwell Banker Bishop D - Dahlin's Pine Rim Realty E - DeLex Realty F - ERA Young Realty G - First United Realty H - Keller Willams Arizona I - Realty Executives Arizona Territory, Kim Ross Team J - Payson Homes & Land K - Payson Realty

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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! $825,000 (89158)

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2005 N Murchison Cir: 3BRs, 3 baths, 1748 sf, single level, 2-car attached garage, double carport. Brick home on a double, 0.32-acre, cul-de-sac lot. Tiled floors, pellet stove, tiled showers, metal roof, workshop, all move-in ready! $375,000 (89327) STRAWBERRY

1410 W Munsee: Top of the mountain! Truly spectacular views, all the privacy you could ask for, and the Nat'l Forest right in your back yard! 1BR, 1¾ baths, 1-acre lot. Separate bonus building provides a 2nd bedroom. $335,000 (89199) PAYSON

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8779 W Lufkin Dr: Serene setting for this 3BR, 2 bath, 1486 sf cabin with covered parking for 3. Large living area with woodstove. Tall pines, 0.34-acre lot, plus a large storage shed. Priced to sell at $350,000! (88934) CHRISTOPHER CREEK

7925 W Sumac Drive: Singlelevel, 2BRs, 2 baths, 1360 sf. Detached garage, rock F/P, fenced yard, metal roof, expansive decking!

Now zoned residential. Call for more details today! $505,000 (87415) STAR VALLEY

82 N Mayfield Cyn Rd: 730 E See Canyon: 2BRs, Immaculate manufactured 3 baths, 2085 sf, on an acre home on 1.69 acres of horse bordering the Nat'l Forest. property in Star Valley. 2BR, 2 baths, bonus family Vaulted ceiling, wood burning F/P, tiled floor, island kitchen. Primary BR with walk-in room and a 2-car garage. Shared well, fenced back shower, patio access. Covered porch, fire pit. $850,000 yard. $415,000 (88617) (88549)

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! Won't last at this price! $385,000 (89186) PAYSON

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717 W Forest Dr: Modern Frank Lloyd Wright-style home with million dollar views of the Mogollon Rim! Home sits on a 0.29-acre lot with a private back yard. 1BR, full bath, 816 sf. $399,000 (89036)

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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.

Early morning sky - Strawberry, Arizona Traveling east from Payson, State Highway 260 winds through the pine-clad foothills along the base of the Rim for about 30 miles, through Kohl’s Ranch, again reaching 6000' in Christopher Creek. Then, climbing the face of the Rim itself, the highway tops out at 7800 feet near Forest Lakes, where even midsummer nights require a jacket.

Here atop the Rim are seven separate lakes, each with its own unique atmosphere, and each worth a trip to explore.

Scattered throughout the Rim Country’s countless forested acres are numerous lakes, streams, campgrounds, trails, cabins, homes, ranches, lodges, and myriad business opportunities for those of an entrepreneurial spirit. There is truly something here for everyone, whether that “something” is a remote cabin in the tall pines, a sprawling ranch, or a magnificent contemporary on a mountain top, the Rim Country has it all.

So, just pick a season... here in the Rim Country, we have a spectacular one for any time of the year. Then, come on up and discover one of the last of Arizona’s best kept secrets!

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

About Payson...

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ocated at the geographic "heart" of the state of Arizona and a pleasant 90-minute drive from the Phoenix metropolitan area, Payson is renowned for its beauty, recreational opportunities and, more recently, its dynamic business and investment environment.

At an elevation of 4,890 feet, the area enjoys a mild fourseason climate that attracts visitors from all over the world throughout the year. Rich in its western heritage, Payson - with an average trade area population of some 30,000 - offers the atmosphere of rural America, with the amenities of a metropolis.

SCENIC ATTRACTIONS Nestled in the gently rolling foothills of the majestic Mogollon Rim - a 7,000 foot, 200 mile long escarpment - Payson is just a short drive away from the seven Rim Lakes and countless trout streams. Popular outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, camping, cross-country skiing and hunting. One of only three pure air ozone belts in the world, Payson sits on the edge of the world's largest stand of Ponderosa pine.

Local attractions include the Tonto Natural Bridge, Shoo-Fly Indian Archaeological Site, the Zane Grey Museum, Tonto Fish Hatchery, the Llama Ranch, the town-wide Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, and the 45-acre Green Valley Lake and Recreation Area.

Payson hosts the "World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo" in August in its new Multi-Event Center. The "Festival Capitol of Arizona" season begins with a May Classic Auto Show & Swap Meet, an "Old Timers Rodeo" and a Country Music Festival in June, and the Rim Country Western Heritage Festival in July, Rodeo and Parade in August, and State Championship Fiddlers Contest in September.

COMMUNITY FACILITIES Payson offers a broad range of community facilities including a library, museum, multi-plex theater, golf course, four lighted tennis courts, an auditorium, swimming pool, three parks, a bowling alley, two health clubs and rodeo grounds.

Communication. In addition to communication resources from the rest of the state, Payson has a local twice-weekly

newspaper, two local radio stations (AM & FM) and cable TV service with local government access. Satellite TV and cellular phone service is available, as is high-speed broadband internet service, from a number of local providers.

Education. Payson has three public and three private elementary schools, one middle school, three charter schools, one high school and a new community college with five degree and three certificate programs.

Medical. Banner Payson Medical Center has a 44-bed facility which provides inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, imaging, medical, surgical and emergency care to the greater Payson area. Additionally, there are three assisted living facilities, and over 30 Primary Care Physicians in the area, in addition to a number of osteopaths, orthodontists, dentists, optometrists, chiropractors, opticians and ophthalmologists.

Finance. There are three full-service banks and two mortgage banking offices in Payson. Further, Payson businesses are eligible for assistance in financing fixed assets through the Business Finance Division of the Arizona Department of Commerce. Information on industrial development bonds within the town may be obtained from the same source or from the Industrial Development Authority of Payson, Payson Economic Development Corporation, c/o Director for Economic Development, Payson Town Hall, 303 North Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona 85541.

Government. Payson is governed by a mayor, six council members and a town manager. The town has a local police department and a county sheriffs substation. The fire department has both full and part-time personnel.

Airport. Payson Municipal Airport (CTAF 122.8 MHz) supports some 30,000 operations per year on its lighted 5,500' x 75' runway at 5,157' ASL, and offers FBO, fueling, maintenance and restaurant facilities.

Industrial Properties. There are two industrial parks available, one located at the junction of State Highway 87 (Beeline Hwy) and State Highway 260, and the other adjacent to the Payson Municipal Airport.

Lodging and Meeting Facilities. Payson is home to a number of hotels, motels and other lodging facilities with a total in excess of 600 rooms. Meeting facilities are available, with the largest seating 200 people. Additionally, the area offers several bed & breakfast and cabin-type facilities, as well as nine RV parks and six local campgrounds.

Information provided by: The Rim Country Regional Chamber of Commerce (928) 474-4515, and the Arizona Department of Commerce (602) 280-1321.

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

Pine & Strawberry Under the Rim 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

Westward view across Strawberry Valley

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.

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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.

Sunset from Tomahawk Road, Strawberry

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

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

Christopher Creek

The Christopher Creek area was once traveled by the ancient Anasazi, and was more recently made famous by Zane Grey, many of whose classic Western novels were set in this mystical, wild land he called “Tonto Country”. Located within one of the world’s largest stand of Ponderosa Pines, the pure air carries aloft the sweet fragrance of pine and juniper, day in and day out.

Within minutes of Christopher Creek, avid anglers can be found knee deep in rushing streams that tumble beneath a canopy of oak and sycamore; or you may find them casting into one of the Seven Rim Lakes on top of the Mogollon Rim. Wildlife of all kinds and descriptions inhabits this beautifully rugged and sometimes primitive area. Elk, deer, eagle, turkey, squirrel and rabbit are among the many species that can be seen almost at will. Hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians can enjoy the Highline Trail, over fifty-one miles of maintained recreational area, winding through the foothills beneath The Rim, with occasional trails that break away and ascend through the pines to the very top.

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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.

Horton Creek Trail above Christopher Creek

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).

PHOTO: Hay Rake by Anna Dean Shields

Christopher Creek information courtesy of Susan Keown eMail: eracrek@cybertrails.com

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

Forest Lakes, Arizona WHAT BEGAN BACK IN 1939 as a mining claim, then evolved into a logging colony among the dense Ponderosa Pines high atop the Mogollon Rim in Coconino County, is now the bucolic, unincorporated mountain community of Forest Lakes, home to approximately 200 full-time residents. Due to the region’s high number of vacation and second-home owners who list their primary residence in several of Arizona’s major urban areas, most notably Phoenix, Mesa and Tucson, the local population soars well beyond that number during most summer weekends and on virtually all major holidays. It’s impossible to describe – and essential to experience – the transformative difference that a few miles can make, from the desert to the pines… it’s a completely different world.

Completely surrounded by the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest and located on SR 260, Arizona’s longest and most-travelled eastwest state highway, Forest Lakes lies approximately midway between Payson and Show Low, and is known for its true four seasons, all of them mild. Because of its location within the largest contiguous stand

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.

The Ryan Ranch - PHOTO: Bryce Johnson

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

Young / Pleasant Valley Young, as the crow flies, is approximately 80 miles northeast of the Phoenix metro area. From the East Valley, it’s a pleasant three-hour drive up to Young.

The town’s name, originally Pleasant Valley, was changed to Young because of Miss Ola Young, who served fifty years as the town’s first postmaster.

To get there from Payson: Travel east on Hwy 260 approximately 33 miles.

Climb up the face of the Mogollon Rim, continuing to the Young Road turnoff (FR 512). Turn right (south), slow down and enjoy the remaining 17 miles of all-weather, county-maintained road until the pavement begins again 4½ miles from the north edge of town.

PHOTO: Courtesy of Renée Zeising

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.

Fall Colors near Woods Canyon Lake

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

Winters are short and can be wet, with occasional 3 to 8 inch snow accumulation. A large snow storm here or on the Rim can mean several days without electricity in the town of Young. This adds, we feel, to the “true mountain experience”. The average high in January is 51º F. Low temperatures rarely dip below 10º. Woodstoves are a common source of home heating in Young.

Summer high-low temperatures usually fluctuate about 40º, from daily highs of 80º - 95º to nighttime lows of 40º - 55º. The humidity is low, but not as dry as the desert. Air conditioning is rarely needed in Pleasant Valley.

Rainfall averages about 25 inches annually. In 1992, a very wet year, Young had 33 inches! Monsoon storms in the area begin in late June, while May is generally the driest month. Gardeners begin planting frost-resistant veggies in April or May. It is possible to have frost (or even snow!) as late as early June.

There are major archaeological finds and other fascinating historical sites throughout the entire area. On the 3rd weekend in July, Young celebrates Pleasant Valley Days with a parade and tours of the cabins and battle sites of the “Pleasant Valley War”. The museums

PHOTO: Courtesy of John Wise, Phoenix

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.

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are open every weekend in summer, and gymkhanas are held for young people.

There is a local Mormon congregation, plus the Young Baptist Church, and Grace Bible Fellowship Church. Young also has two grocery stores, a restaurant, an auto parts store, auto mechanic shops, a trap club and a library. There are Boy Scouts, Brownies, and Little League Baseball. The Community Council coordinates various affairs for the town and manages a roping arena and the community center.

The U.S. Mail comes up six days a week from Globe. UPS delivers on weekdays, and picks up at a local business site. Federal Express delivers as needed, but does not do pick-ups... yet.

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

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

Heber~Overgaard, Arizona Photo courtesy of Heber-Overgaard.org

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.

Photo courtesy of Bill Taylor, Show Low

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.

Big Lake Campground Road, near Sunrise Park

COMMUNITY FACILITIES... Heber~Overgaard offers many community facilities including a library, 40-acre park, and many athletic facilities: baseball, football and Little League fields; basketball, volleyball, tennis and racquet ball courts; and a golf course.

COMMUNICATION... In addition to communication resources from the rest of the state, Heber~Overgaard has a weekly newspaper, receives several radio stations from Holbrook, Show Low and Flagstaff, has 12 television channels available on cable, and one from Flagstaff. Local internet services are also available.

AIRPORT... Residents of Heber~Overgaard have access to public airports in Show Low 36 miles southeast, or Taylor, 29 miles northeast.

LODGING AND MEETING FACILITIES... There are two motels with 56 units available in the area, and four meeting facilities with the largest seating up to 300, three with seating for 50 or less.

Several RV parks and cabin rentals are available. The 42-unit Best Western Sawmill Inn was completed in September 1995.

Photo courtesy of Bill Taylor, Show Low

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.

Aspen glade ablaze with color near NcNary

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

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

Tonto Basin Roosevelt Lake THE GREAT TONTO BASIN, a verdant oasis in the Sonoran desert, lies in the Salt River valley beneath the Mogollon Rim in Central Arizona, roughly mid-way between Phoenix and Payson. Bounded by Mt. Ord and Four Peaks to the west, the Hellsgate Wilderness Area to the north, and the Sierra Ancha and Aztec Peak to the east, the broad, grassy plain contains Roosevelt Lake, a favorite of avid anglers searching for trophy largemouth and smallmouth bass, channel catfish and crappie, and home to several professional tournaments.

Add in water-skiing, jet-skiing, sailing, swimming and general boating recreation and you have one of the most popular water recreation destinations in the region.

At an elevation of 2151’ ASL, air temperatures generally fall 5° to 10° cooler than Phoenix in the summer, and 20° to 30° warmer than Payson in the winter. Although water temperatures can exceed 90°F in July, cooling afternoon thunderstorms are a blessing. With miles and miles of beach area for camping along the lake’s edges, it is the largest man-made reservoir located entirely in the state of Arizona.

Fed from the north by Tonto Creek, and from the south by the Salt River, Roosevelt Lake was completed in 1911. It is 24 miles long with a maximum depth of over 300’, has 128 miles of shoreline, and covers an area of about 22,000 acres when full. The 1080’ long Roosevelt Bridge near the dam on the lake’s western shore is the longest two lane, single-span, steel arch bridge in North America.

Originally settled by cattle ranchers in the mid-1800s, the Great Tonto Basin is now home to approximately 1500 fulltime residents. And although this major center for hunting, fishing, boating, camping, quad-riding and general vacationing is geographically close to Phoenix, the shortest route from the south is through Apache Junction via the unpaved Apache Trail, so the number of visitors on any given day is surprisingly less than many of the other lakes close to the city. This makes Roosevelt Lake a delightfully uncrowded weekend destination, and a place of virtual serenity midweek.

Paved access from the west and north is via the Beeline Highway (SR 87) to SR 188, which then follows the western shoreline of the lake south to Globe. Along the highway you’ll find the communities of Jake’s Corner, Punkin Center, Tonto Basin and Roosevelt, offering two grocery stores, a post office, several home-style restaurants, two establishments providing motel-style accommodations, four gas stations, four nightspots and a private marina on the lake with gas services and a general store open to the public. In addition to ample “at large” locations for RVers and tent campers, there is a wildlife refuge area at the northern end of the lake, and literally hundreds and hundreds of developed camp sites along

the western shoreline.

The eastern shore of the lake is extremely rugged and undeveloped, accessible only by boat and jeep trails.

Popular destinations for tourists, hikers and photographers are the guided and self-guided tours at the Tonto National Monument, just a couple miles south of the marina on Hwy 188. These well-preserved cliff dwellings, built high above the basin floor and occupied by the Salado culture between 1150 and 1450 AD, have been both protected and open to the public since 1907, when President Theodore Roosevelt established the monument under the Antiquities Act of 1906.

Immediately adjacent to the marina, Tonto National Forest Visitor Center features a museum with archeological exhibits and a 12-minute orientation slide program, a gift shop, interpretive literature, restrooms and vending machines.

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