Rim Country REVIEW – Real Estate & More – Dec ’22 / Jan ‘23

This is a turnkey cabin in Strawberry Hollow, a remote mountain community that's just a short drive from the Valley. Inside, you'll find lots of room for family and friends, and it could be the perfect VRBO. There's a separate living space on the lower level that features a bedroom, bathroom and a sitting area. In addition, there is a detached recreation room that has a pool table, all of which could be set up for additional sleeping areas. It's all set for you to rent out! Records of previous rental income available upon request. $545,000 (87754)

Mountain cabin w/ breathtaking views of the Mogollon Rim from nearly every room and the multi-level wraparound decks! Two stacked gazebos create an entertainer's dream home. Inside, the open floor plan with high end finishes continues to wow you throughout the home. Along with all the high-end finishes inside and out, it has National Forest and HOA easements that make this home a very private place, and will keep the views unrestricted. $865,000 (87169)

Chalet in the trees with Mogollon Rim views, an access ramp and Trex decking! The greatroom opens to a large, remodeled kitchen with an eatin island w/ granite countertops, SS appliances and a hidden wine fridge. Outside the kitchen is another deck to enjoy the wildlife that resides in the National Forest that borders the lot. Loft area for extra sleeping and/or office with many built-in storage areas. There's a laundry on the main floor, as well. $630,000 (86939)

Tri-level chalet with oak, juniper and tall pines on a gently sloped 0.46acre lot. Huge windows, floor-toceiling rock F/P, T&G ceilings and walls. Spacious kitchen and dining room. Primary BR, bath and walkin closet on upper level, including a sitting area at top of the stairs. In addition, there is a walk-out basement (perfect Mother-in-law suite) with its own rock F/P and windows along both sides of the room for an abundance of natural light. $650,000 (87099)

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6560 W Pine Cone Trail: Cozy 3BR, 2 bath cabins on a

corner lot with pass-thru drive in a cool pine setting! Enjoy the wood stove and wood burning F/P on chilly nights, or relax and BBQ out on the new deck! Lots of room for your RV and toys! $395,000 (86805)

Reduced just in time for your Holiday Get Away! Split 3BR, 2

384 W. Larona Lane, Warner Ranch: 4BRs, 2 baths, 2323 sf, bath doublewide with large deck, cozy F/P, island kitchen, newer LG W&D. Fenced back yard, trees, new storage shed. Two driveways, plenty of room for RV parking and all your toys. $285,000 (87195)

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. $698,000 (87350)

Outstanding single-level living in a desirable Payson neighborhood. 3BRs, 2 baths, ±1796 sf, upgraded appointments. 2-car garage, new roof, HVAC and landscaping. $560,000 (87705)

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year

Charming 2BR, 2 bath, 1152 sf mnf’d home with a 1-car garage, located at the end of a cul-de-sac. Close to Payson amenities. Furniture negotiable outside of escrow. $340,000 (87695)

Beautiful Rim views and lots of potential! A two-story, 2BR, 2 bath, all-electric gambrel-style home with loft, carport, and a private, fenced back yard with porch and patio. $270,000 (87694)

Completely remodeled and move in-ready! Private, single-level home with 2BRs, 2 baths, covered deck, a patio, a 1-car garage and a workshop, all on a ±0.73-acre parcel. RV parking, no HOA. Must See! $450,000 (87758)

WOW! Single-level, 3BR, 2 bath home w/ a 3-car garage, an additional 2500 sf finished garage with a 4-post car lift, a fenced back yard, and a she shed, all on a 0.50± acre lot. RV OK, no HOA. $750,000 (87199)

Payson

802 N Elk Horn Circle: On a double lot with views in Woodhill subdivision. Features 3BRs, 3 baths, an office, and guest quarters or a family room on the lower level, plus an attached 2-car garage. $699,000 (87524)

Luxury in the mountains! Beautiful home on a 0.50-acre lot in a gated golf community. Spectacular wrap-around deck to enjoy the views and entertaining. The main level has a spacious greatroom with stone F/P (gas), a wonderful kitchen and warm dining area, 3BRs, 2 baths, and access to the 2-car garage. Perfect for holidays, weekends, or an extended stay. Separate entrance for in-law quarters with one bedroom, a full bath, living area and kitchenette, plus its own 1-car garage. $935,000 (87555)

C Commercial

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)

Cedar Ridge

Mesa del Caballo

Chaparral Pines

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DAVE PITZ

Realtor, Branch Manager (928) 482-6650 (319) 290-4752

509 N Grapevine Drive – Extremely rare mountain and golf course view lot inside the gates of the golf club at Chaparral Pines. This lot offers views of the 14th tee and fairway, spectacular views of the Granite Dells, and even views to the Mogollon Rim. With the lot purchase comes construction drawings, floor plans and renderings designed to capture everything this homesite has to offer. This lot is an absolute must see. Call for immediate building solutions. $165,000 (87742) Call Dave Pitz at (319) 290-4752

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seclusion, Rim views, golf course views, and is at the end of a cul-de-sac. This lot offers the luxury of building a single-level home or one with a walk-out lower-level. Immediate building solutions are available. Seller will pay the Sports Membership initiation fee of $7500, and will also pay 1 year of Sports Membership dues and 1 year of HOA dues with purchase. $275,000 (87765) Call Dave Pitz at (319) 290-4752

105-201 S Crescent Moon - This listing is for 3 adjacent parcels inside the guarded gates of the Rim Golf Club. Also included in the price is a full set of plans for a 3100 sf modern mountain masterpiece. These plans are designed to capture panoramic views of the Mogollon Rim and the Granite Dells. This listing offers an opportunity to own 1.5 acres and the option to keep the adjacent lots to maximize privacy or sell them at your leisure. $295,000 (87527) Call Dave Pitz at (319) 290-4752

308 S Genius Loci - 1.16 acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on ''Big Forest,'' the 2nd fairway at the Rim Golf Club, the No. 1 Handicap hole. Sitting above the fairway, the property is quite level and will accommodate either a singlelevel home or one with a lower level walk-out. Ponderosa Pines on the property. Site specific plans available with purchase. $162,500 (87760) Call Dave Pitz at (319) 290-4752

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3007 E Game Trail - Beautiful 0.35-acre corner lot. Nicely wooded and private, the property overlooks a rock outcropping and the Rim Loop Trail. Property is gently sloped and lends itself nicely to a single-level home. $65,000 (86474) Call Dave Pitz 319-290-4752

110 S Crescent Moon - Gently sloping 0.62-acre site, perfect for single- or multi-level, with views to the Rim and distant hills. Seller will pay the $7500 Sports Membership initiation fee with close of escrow. Will also build to suit as a custom home, or will offer several pre-designed plans to choose from. $49,000 (87174) Call Dave Pitz at (319) 290-4752

211 S Crescent Moon - Best view lot in The Rim Club, just under ½-acre, allows a 2150 sf home on an extremely private street. Borders common area for additional privacy. Building solutions immediately available. Priced to sell quickly! $149,000 (85446) Call Dave Pitz at (319) 290-4752

201 S Rim Club Drive – 1.42 acres, just beyond the 1st green at the Rim Golf Club with spectacular views of the 2nd fairway. View both the Mogollon Rim and the Granite Dells! One of the best remaining 5-star home sites in the entire community. $7500 Sports Membership initiation fee and 1-year HOA dues included while we build your dream home. $265,000 (87446) Call Dave Pitz at (319)290-4752

3102 E Monument Peak Beautiful acre homesite at The Rim Golf Club. Amazing mountain views from the front of the lot, and a stately grove of Ponderosa Pines at the back adds privacy. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac close to all club amenities. Included with an acceptable offer are Precision Craft design plans for a two-level, 3488 sf modern mountain home with 3-car garage. $275,000 (87579) Call Mark Lyons at (928) 978-1955

1003 S Dells Point - Incredible mountain view lot in The Rim Golf Club, bordering the Nat’l Forest on two sides. Your new home will have views of the Granite Dells and of Monument Peak. This homesite has unique rock outcroppings that could be incorporated in your landscaping or home design. Don't wait on coming to see this fantastic opportunity. $299,000 (87455) Call Mark Lyons at (928) 978-1955

2316 E Blue Bell Circle - One of the best building lots left in Chaparral Pines! Beautiful, quiet, 0.61-acre cul-de-sac setting for your dream home! Gently sloping home site with the flexibility to allow either a single-level or walk-out basement with filtered mountain views. Gated community with 24-hour security. $129,900 (87095) Call Mark Lyons 928-978-1955

2110 E Grapevine Drive - Private setting, tall pines, 0.63-acre hillside parcel. Gently sloping, filtered views of the Mogollon Rim and the 14th fairway. Chaparral Pines, a gated community with 24-hour security. Golf membership gives access to the 8-acre Trailhead Park, pool, playground, fitness center with classes, and dog park. $90,000 (86981) Call Mark Lyons 928-978-1955

SOLD!

508 E Saguaro Circle – Single-level home on a quiet cul-de-sac. Open concept kitchen / living area. Great deck for entertaining. Fenced and manicured yard with trees has a sprinkler system and is low maintenance. Filtered views of the mountains, perfect for enjoying sunsets at the end of the day. $399,000 (87675) Call Mark Lyons 928-978-1955

MARK LYONS

Realtor® (928) 978-1955 MarkL@RimCountryRE.com

At 112 S. Crescent Moon in The Rim Golf Club, a private gated golf community. Single-level, 3BR, 3 bath, ±2452 sf home w/ a 3-car garage on just under ½-acre. Relaxing on the deck admiring the views from your brand new home! Features will include engineered hardwood floors, an open layout, vaulted ceilings and two linear gas fireplaces - one in the bedroom and one in the living room. The kitchen is bright with premium appliances, a attractive island layout, and quartz counters. The restful primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and a private bath with tub and step-in shower. The other two bedrooms are rich with ample closet space, and ready to reflect your good taste in decor. Completion date is schedule for January 2023! $1,190,000 (87682) Call Juliet Orris (602) 525-4760

Helping Veterans

STAR VALLEY: 16 N Star Vale Drive, #47: 2BRs, 2 baths, 980 sf. MOTIVATED SELLER! This is a nice property with a brand new kitchen. Features include a split floor plan and a sun room that’s perfect for an in-home office or summer dining. This home is spread out with lots of room. Relax in the spa that goes with the property! $135,000 (87629)

PAYSON: 814 N Beeline Hwy, #C: Specialized business opportunity! Established over the last 38 years with a long list of repeat customers and referrals! Seller says it’s time to retire, so everything conveys with the business except personal property. Seller will train. Business only – no real estate. $55,000 (87653)

The View!

SALEPENDING

RICH "SHAGGY" KUDLICKI President / Co-Founder shaggy@vhvinc.org

PINE: 6102 W Pinon Way, Portal II. 4BRs, 3 baths, 1869 sf, furnished. Attached garage w/ workshop. Multi-level hilltop home, ground floor master, gated community. Loft, decks w/ views of mountains. $575,000 (87394)

TONTO BASIN: Punkin Center Village! Potential! 2BR, 1 bath, 1056 square foot manufactured home on a 0.98-acre parcel with horse priviles and beautiful views to the west. All utilities. Owner will carry! $135,000 (84271)

PINE: Log home. 2BRs, 2 baths, 1248 sf and a garage, all on a 1.14-acre 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)

CHEVELON CANYON RANCH: 57.77 acres zoned A-General. Great for getaway or full-time off-grid living! Water supplied to haul included in POA. Community spot for trash pick-up. Creek in canyon runs seasonally. Graded road. $38,000 (87251)

241053 - $349,900 - 2020 Sunset Trail:

A great find in the White Mountains. This 3BR, 1.75 bath, 1200+ sf home sits on 2.84 acres. Tucked away, this site-built home is surrounded by tall Ponderosa Pines in a quiet neighborhood.

238722 - $1,250,000

242979 - $664,900 – 2852 Chandelle Lane: Mogollon Airpark! 2BRs, 1.75 baths, 1600+ sf on over 1.5 acres. Beautiful tree-lined views from the private balcony. Hanger with a 46' door leads straight to the runway. Gated driveway, paved roads, and an HOA to protect your investment.

243557 - $498,900 - 2206 Camperland Rd, Show Low: On 10 acres! 3BR, 2 bath, 2018 mnf'd home in great condition. Laminate flooring, vaulted ceilings, luxurious master bath with walk-in shower and a garden tub. Property borders the Nat'l Forest. Utility building and large storage tanks for your private well.

243428 - $36,700 - 2045

Centrally located, this 0.23-acre lot has some tall pines and an open space providing room to build your mountain escape. Just a few hours’ drive from the Valley, this is a great getaway from the heat and stress of the big city.

243779 - $58,900 – 2791 Skyhawk Dr: Nice, level 0.59-acre parcel in Mogollon Airpark. Homes only private airpark, perfect for your mountain getaway or full-time home. Tall pines, juniper, and plenty of native vegetation adorn this lot. Paved streets, underground utilities, and an HOA.

Buckboard Court:

– 2283 Lindbergh Road: One-of-a-kind property in Mogollon Airpark. 4BR, 2.5 bath, 2900+ sf home with a log cabin guest house. There’s also a 3000 sf hanger with RV door and access to the taxiway, plus a detached 2-car garage with attached storage. Fly in, fly out! Call today! NEW LISTING!

THIS NEWLY REFURBISHED, 1364 SF RANCH-STYLE CABIN features two bedrooms; two bathrooms; a spacious living room with woodstove; a detached twocar garage with workbench, woodshed, shelving and attic storage; plus a separate "bunk house" with electric that could be a mancave / workshop or home office. All this on a rare, level, nicely-treed and fully-fenced 0.64-acre parcel in Strawberry!

There's a breakfast nook off the kitchen, and a separate dining room with large windows that look out into the forest. The master bedroom has a full bath, a double vanity, and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom is perfect for family or friends, and there's a guest bathroom with step-in shower. Plus, there's a huge laundry room with washer, dryer and cabinets.

The property also has a double-gated circular drive. A brand new septic system was installed in September '22, and the home was recently painted inside and out, with new carpet installation in October '22.

The covered front porch with its rustic bench swing lends to casual country relaxation at its best. The kitchen and laundry appliances are just two years old, and central forced air propane heat and evaporative cooling keep you comfortable year-round. This property's extensive and consistent rental history is available to serious buyers upon request. Partially furnished or unfurnished, this is truly the perfect cabin in the pines! Owner will carry at 5% with 20% down for qualified buyer.

Call for OPEN HOUSE dates! $475,000 (87658)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

183 W Forest Place, Lake Roosevelt Gardens: Three bedrooms, three baths, 2352 sf, and a 4-car garage, all on a 0.54-acre cul-de-sac parcel. Features include an open greatroom, two covered patios, both front and back, and there are separate living quarters over the garage. Better hurry! $419,000 (87571)

225 E Rainbow Lane: 1BR, 2 baths, 960 sf, detached carport plus room to park an RV. Totally remodeled. Oversized screened patio w/ outdoor game room. Fenced back yard, BBQ area on slab, garden plot, storage building. All this at a great price! $169,000 (87718)

NEW LISTING

172 N Cordova St: 3BRs, 3 baths, 2772 sf, double carport, RV parking, partially fenced 1.37-acre parcel. Spacious mnf'd home with split plan, island kitchen, garden tub in master, covered patio and lush landscaping. $399,000 (87773)

171 N Greenback Dr: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1795 sf, 2-car garage, carport, 0.83-acre parcel. Partially fenced, peaceful back yard, covered patio, large workshop and awesome views! $345,000 (87333)

169 W Ironwood Lane: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1056 sf. 2020 Fleetwood, all appliances, open paver patio, fenced back yard, large trees, plenty of room for garage. $349,900 (87545)

176 E Shelby Lane: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1896 sf, 1.36-acre horse property w/ great views. Island kitchen, bay window, metal roof, garden shed, fenced back yard. $350,000 (86300)

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Drive: Brand new! Never lived in! 3BRs, 2 baths, 1512 sf, 4-car garage plus carport & RV parking, fenced 0.75-acre parcel. Split floor plan, island kitchen, stone accents, front & back patios, move-in ready! $489,000 (87323)

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in area. GU zoning, no restrictions. $195,000 (87008)

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

FIRST TIME OFFERED FOR SALE!

Four beautiful 0.75-acre parcels, all zoned GU. Water and power are available. Great location near Roosevelt Lake and endless miles of Tonto National Forest riding trails. Owner may carry! Call for all the details, and an appointment to walk the land. $74,900 each. (86768) (86769) (86770) (86771)

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S Ewing: 4BRs, 2 baths, 2044 sf, carport plus RV parking, all on a level 0.98-acre parcel, just 10 minutes on paved road from Indian Point boat launch. Split floor plan, breakfast nook, new flooring, hot tub. Mountain views, close to Nat'l Forest trails.

W Desert Breeze Ln: Prime location for any use, GU zoning. White vinyl fencing along 156' Hwy 188 frontage, wood privacy fencing across back. Currently an RV lot with septic, power panel and water meter. of lot. Tall RVport, two Rv hook ups. Drive in and plug into utilities! $109,900

W Raven Cliff Way: 3BR, 2 bath, 1510 sf site-built "Smart Home" with a 2-car garage on a half-acre. Greatroom, island breakfast bar, concrete counters, custom tiled baths, fenced back yard, mountain views. $409,000 (87540)

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NEWLISTING!

2800 E Rim Club Dr, The Rim Club: 4BRs, 6 baths, 6425± sf, 3-car garage, ±1.45 acres bordering golf course. Golf membership & cart included! Upscale throughout. Chef's kitchen, Subzero / Viking appliances, breakfast nook w/ deck access. Greatroom w/ views of Monument Peak & the Granite Dells. Formal dining, large master suite & study. $2,495,000 (87603)

816 E Dealers Choice Lane, Diamond Point Shadows, Star Valley: 2BR, 2 bath, 2143± sf home with a 3-car garage and carports for three more, plus a separate park model guest home, all on ±3 acres of horse property with garden area and storage sheds! Home has new paint inside & out, new HVAC, refinished wood floors, and new water heater in '21. $925,000 (87692)

140 W Thompson Rd, Tonto Village: Four bedrooms, three baths, 2690± sf, all on a ±0.42-acre lot. Open concept floor plan, chef's kitchen, high ceilings, and tons of storage. Many upgrades. Deck with a view of garden and tall Ponderosa Pines. PLUS there's a 1BR, 1 bath guest house with kitchen! Just ±300 feet from Tonto National Forest! $969,000 (86961)

62 E Mars Lane, Star Valley: ±2.74 acres of horse property! Four bedrooms, four baths, 2364± sf, carport. Wood floors, new appliances, granite counters, new paint inside & out, new upper and lower decking on the south side of the home. Large loft can be used as an office, game area, craft room, etc. Will not last at this price, so call today! $635,000 (87154)

SOLD SALEPENDING

302 S Friendly Glen, The Rim Golf Club: Four bedrooms, four baths, 5001± sf, 2.5-car garage capacity, all on a ±0.98-acre cul-de-sac, lakefront parcel on the 4th green at The Rim Golf Club. Two master suites, one guest suite, an "observation turret," plus a spare bedroom for office or crafts. Chef's kitchen, family room / library and more. $2,200,000 (86399)

1001 N Indian Paintbrush CIr: 4BRs, 5 baths, 5006± sf, 3-car garage, ±0.51-acre parcel near the 7th tee at Chaparral Pines. Open floor plan, views, and the feel of complete privacy. Oak doors & trim, chef's kitchen, office / gym. Master w/ walk-in and access to deck. Lowerlevel guest suite, family room, wine room, bar, access to patio w/ hot tub. $1,446,500 (86721)

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STRAWBERRY PINE 4380 N Preserve Dr: Great find in Portal IV! Cozy chalet-style cabin with three bedrooms, three baths, a wood-burning fireplace, wood ceiling, wood flooring, and a 2-car garage. Great deck with hot tub and an amazing view! Call today for more information. Priced at $574,500 (87759)

5478 W Pinon Drive: Custom-built log cabin on 1.23 private acres with some of the best views in all of Pine! 2BRs, 2 baths. Patio and deck with sweeping views, from the Mogollon Rim to Four Peaks. Custom cabinetry throughout, granite counters. Beautiful interior stonework, slate flooring. Entertain your guests in the garage turned private suite with ¾-bath. Gated entry, concrete drive. Completely furnished. $599,000 (87240)

6282 W Randall Drive: Beautiful 3BR, 2 bath, 1568 sf modular home! This one comes turn-key... completely furnished! Living room has gas fireplace and views of the Mogollon Rim, and the kitchen is amazing! It’s a cook’s delight, offering a large island, a breakfast bar, eat-in dining and a fireplace! Master bedroom is very spacious with en-suite bath, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. Lots of upgrades – a great opportunity! Priced at $450,000 (87621)

New Listing!

PINE

4804 N Pine Creek Canyon: Very comfortable 2BR, 2 bath, 1750 sf home with covered deck and a 1-car garage on a 0.44-acre lot! High knotty pine ceilings, and the flooring is maple, oak and laminate. Family room off kitchen has a wood burning fireplace. Master BR and large hobby room are upstairs. $550,000 (87732)

5963 W Spring Trail: Great cabin in the woods surrounded by beautiful trees. 4BRs, 3 baths. Front door opens to large living room with cathedral ceilings and fireplace. Awesome wrap-around deck lets you enjoy great Rim views. Master bedroom is on the main level, along with 2 additional bedrooms and a bath. Nicely appointed kitchen and dining. Lower level has bedroom, sitting room and ½-bath. Must see! $495,000 (87427)

4763 N Ernie’s Road: 4BRs, 3 baths, 2162 sf, and 3-car garage capacity! Secluded mountain retreat on a 0.75-acre parcel close to the Nat’l Forest. Completely remodeled and furnished! Greatroom features a soaring vaulted wood ceiling, and provides access to a spacious, open, low-maintenance deck. Updated kitchen has granite counters. Two guest BRs and bath on main level. Upper-level features a loft and the en-suite master. Ground level BR has electric F/P and ¾-bath. $725,000 (87572)

Amazing 0.88-acre view lot that borders the National Forest. This parcel is in one of Pine’s most desirable subdivisions with its own sewer and water district. Existing level building pad that’s ready for your dream home. Call today for more information. Priced to sell at $250,000. (JA09228a)

108 W Ruin Hill Loop: Portal IV beauty! At almost a third of an acre, it’s a nicely wooded corner lot with great views. Plus, water, sewer, propane and electric service are already at the lot line. Portal IV is a gated community with an HOA and protective CC&Rs. Must see! $120,000 (87364)

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210 N Parkwood Road

PAYSON 606 N Easy Street • Unit A

MOVE-IN READY TOWNHOME close to town amenities. All one-level living, 2BRs, 2 baths and a 1-car garage below. The family room has a fireplace and a covered balcony with plenty of room for your guests. The Arizona room would make a nice office if you are working from home, and it has lots of windows to watch wildlife as they occasionally pass by. The spacious kitchen has plenty of storage and a breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen is the laundry room, which has additional storage. The garage has a nice-sized workshop for your hobbies or for additional storage. Some furniture will convey with the sale on a separate agreement. $235,000 (87040)

PAYSON 808 N Elkhorn Circle

BEAUTIFUL WOODHILL HOME with stunning views and potential guest quarters in the finished walkout basement! Wood flooring in the greatroom, a corner stacked faux-stone gas F/P, vaulted ceilings, along with tall windows that take in the views. The kitchen has lots of cabinets, a walk-in pantry, ample counter space, a breakfast bar and newer SS appliances. The primary bedroom en suite has dual sinks, a garden tub, a step-in shower and a large walk-in closet. This could be a multi-generational home! Both levels have their own HVAC units, laundry hook-ups, electric or propane available for dryers, and central vacuum is available on both levels. Lower level features 2 large BRs, 1 full bath, a huge family room, and an extra-large room that could be an office or hobby room. $699,999 (87370)

Showcase

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

210 N Parkwood Rd: Vaulted ceilings, F/P, decks, updated kitchen. Main BR has step-in shower, separate tub, walk-in closet. Walk-out basement w/ guest quarters, family room, kitchenette, covered patio, artificial turf area, Jacuzzi, workshop , double RV gate. 0.24-acre lot. Julie Coleman (928) 951-4884

Move-in ready townhome close to Payson amenities w/ 1-car garage!

Single-level living area, family room has F/P & deck. Arizona room would make a nice office. Lots of storage, breakfast bar in kitchen. The garage has a workshop. Julie Coleman (928) 951-4884

Treed acreage w/ mountain views!

TR/TD zoning allows uses for residential, light commercial, mobile home development and RV spaces. Other potential uses include: professional offices, financial institutions, health services, B&B establishments, home occupations, and churches. Call Lori Coleman (928)-978-5295

800 E Frontier St: Nicely updated and very clean single-level ranchstyle home. Move-in ready with 2-car garage on a 0.30-acre lot. No interior steps! RV parking with 30A & 50A connections and cleanout. Mature native trees and fruit trees. Rena Lenhart (928)-951-2619

Beautiful chalet-style cabin, with tall windows on a 0.73-acre parcel offers views like no other. Washer, dryer and master BR on main level. Two large BRs, bath and the loft upstairs. One more BR and bath in the walkout basement. Christy Mikesell 480-6321258

808 N Elk Horn Circle: Mountains views! Vaulted greatroom, wood flooring, F/P. Walk-in pantry, breakfast bar, S/S appliances. Mainlevel primary suite w/ deck and huge walk-in closet. En-suite, dual sinks, garden tub, step-in shower. Huge lower-level could be guest quarters. Julie Coleman (928) 951-4884

1112 N Alyssa Circle: Immaculate single-level on 1½ lots backing undeveloped land in quiet Siena Creek. 2-car attached garage w/ attic storage, 1-car detached garage / workshop. Split floorplan, engineered wood flooring, vaulted ceilings, Anderson windows, gas F/P. Laurie Brunson (928) 951-2342

Ranch land and home on 51.9 acres. In addition to the house, there is a 12,000 sf ramada, wells, horse facility with stalls, and acreage. Buyer to verify potential water rights from Tonto Creek. Being sold in “AS IS / WHERE IS” condition. Sale requires court approval. Lori Coleman (928) 978-5295

On the banks of Tonto Creek in the small town of Gisela. This parcel was once divided into three lots. Can easily be re-divided, or you can build on it all. 365° views, fully fenced, and has frontage on both Tatum Trail and Zimmer. Christy Mikesell 480-632-1258

home!

U-shaped kitchen features granite counters and major appliances. Primary BR has private bath w/ step-in shower. Other two BRs on different levels for privacy. Circular drive, detached garage, front-facing, breezy porch. Adriana Spurlock (928) 978-9797

Beautifully remodeled mnf’d home on 13+ acres of horse property! Open floor plan, family room, living room. 3rd BR has sitting area / office or whatever you want it to be. Outside area includes a huge garage / barn with attached stalls and corrals. Barbie Miller (928) 978-0777

Ideal, open floor plan; natural light; generous living spaces. Beautiful stone F/P, vaulted wood ceilings. Main BR w/ ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Covered back patio. Close to hiking and biking trails, parks, sports facilities, playgrounds and local shops. Adriana Spurlock 928978-9797

Here you go! This beautiful home has it all! Single-level split floor plan, vaulted ceilings, central heat & A/C, a back patio, a two-car attached garage, mature trees and nice landscaping. This one will go quickly, so you’d better hurry!

Adriana Spurlock (928) 978-9797

5120 Juniper Loop. Beautiful views from every level! Incredibly wellmaintained home. Full basement has kitchenette, private entrance & parking. Bluetooth Surround Sound throughout the house. Portal III, 0.33-acre lot, 2-car garage. Bonnie Bell (602) 697-9947

6288 W Fairholm: 3-level chalet, quiet neighborhood, oak, juniper & tall pines on a 0.46-acre lot. Huge windows, floor-to-ceiling rock F/P, T&G ceilings & walls. Kitchen & dining room open to living space. Primary BR, bath w/ walk-in closet & sitting area upstairs. Walk-out basement. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

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Captivating home w/ breezy front and back porches, hardwoods in foyer, kitchen and living spaces, and an open layout. Ceiling styles include vaulted, wood plank and beamed. Wood burning F/P, gorgeous U-shaped kitchen. Better hurry, because this one is priced to sell! Christy Mikesell (480) 632-1258

Escape the heat and the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the beauty and wildlife in the mountains! Build the cabin of your dreams in the tall pines. Paved roads, community center, greenbelts for hiking and horse back riding! A gorgeous 2-hour drive from Phoenix. Adriana Spurlock (928) 978-9797

6877 Robbin Lane: Fully furnished, income producing property. Open floor plan with plenty of room to gather. Greatroom opens to an oversized deck, perfect for entertaining. Paved street, 0.35acre cul-de-sac lot, 2-car detached garage. Bonnie Bell (602) 697-9947

51 Forest Trail Court: Build your dream home in the gated community of Strawberry Hollow. private water company. Lot is not subject to the water meter moratorium. Lot dimensions ar 85 x 137 x 186 x 232 feet. Bonnie Bell (602) 697-9947

5320 Canyon View: Mountain cabin on a 0.89-acre parcel w/ breathtaking Mogollon Rim views. Bi-level decks and two stacked gazebos, an entertainer’s dream! Open floor plan, sizeable rooms, sauna & safe. Loft w/ skylights & private en-suite. Lower-level game room. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

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9057 W Tonto Rim: Rare gem on a 0.35-acre lot. New metal roof, new skylight, large front deck, open floor plan, office could be 3rd BR. Pellet stove for those cozy winter nights. Sellers will pay $5K towards closing cost or points to buy down interest rates at closing! Barbara WeeksNewton (928) 951-5003

Quaint little cabin, a great project with immense possibilities! Originally 2BRs w/ loft, remodeled into one large suite with closet, laundry & storage. Shop / shed on slab could be adorable “Bunk House.” Has as much covered deck space as the first floor of the house! Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

Charming, turn-key cottage backs to creek! Covered deck surrounded by trees. Rustic T&G ceiling w/ large wood beams, cozy gas stove in the living room. Concrete slab for additional parking on the side of the home, single garage, room for RV. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

$10,000 in concessions to help with rates / closing costs! Chalet cabin in the trees w/ views of the Mogollon Rim. Ramp from parking area to the deck for easy access. The greatroom opens to a large, remodeled kitchen with an eat-in island w/ granite counters. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

Views every way you look from Portal IV lot. Tall trees and beautiful views of the Mogollon Rim. Gated, HOA, underground utilities, private water system and sewer. No shortterm rental restrictions.

Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

28 Diane's Circle: Heavily treed parcel in a secluded neighborhood on the north-facing slope of the Strawberry Valley. Close to the Nationa Forest and miles of hiking and riding trails. You will not want to miss out on this one! Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

Surrounded by mature trees, newly painted mnf’d home w/ covered front porch & spacious rooms. Carpeted BRs & living room, wood floors in kitchen, dining, laundry & bath, tiled primary bath. Upgraded kitchen w/ oak cabinets, ample counter space & newer appliances. Barbara WeeksNewton (928) 951-5003

Turnkey cabin, perfect for family, friends, or a VRBO. Separate lowerlevel living space w/ BR, bath & sitting area. Detached rec room w/ pool table. Past rental income records available. Ample sitting patios to enjoy daily wildlife visitors. Shows pride of ownership inside & out. Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

Captivating views of the Mogollon Rim, bordering Nat’l Forest. On a landscaped acre w/ lawn, trees & flowers. Patio, front porch, open floor plan with large windows that showcase the picturesque views from the lg living rm & newly renovated kitchen. Barbara WeeksNewton (928) 951-5003

Views of Strawberry Mountain, close to Nat’l Forest hiking trails! Water meter already in, build as soon as you want! Gentle slope, lots of wildlife, quiet neighborhood. Gated, HOA, tennis court, playground. Make your appointment before it is gone! Barbara Weeks-Newton (928) 951-5003

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Adriana Spurlock

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Tudy Martin

Updated in the pines! Knotty pine walls, wood floors, stone F/P, loft. Tree-top views, cool breezes and the sounds of the creek! Spacious back deck. Fish, swim, hike, ATV trails, Kohl's Ranch Lodge and Tontozona Sun Devil football training camp, all nearby. Level grassy yard, fenced.

Cindy Whatley (928) 970-0484

510 E Flowing Springs Dr: Country home on 0.70-acre parcel bordering Nat’l Forest. Gated, riverfront community! Steps to the E. Verde River! Open floor plan, granite kitchen, plank flooring, SS appliances, wood stove. Sunroom could be office or BR. Fenced yard, RV gates. Front deck, patio, sheds.

Cindy Whatley (928) 970-0484

Charrming cabin on a 0.15-acre lot close to the Tonto National Forest with its fishing and its riding and hiking trails. Detached garage and storage for all your toys.

Andrea Christianson (928) 970-0398

3637 N Navajo Dr: Cozy cabin surrounded by tall pines on a corner lot with a large deck and outdoor sitting area. Woodstove, stackable laundry, nautical-themed gazebo, and a playhouse with an additional storage shed.

Amity Justice (928) 978-1391

6776 W Ridge Rd: Move-in ready on a 0.4-acre lot. Open-beam greatroom w/ pellet stove insert. Primary BR is ensuite w/ walk-in shower, dual vanities. Washer / dryer, covered front & back porches, fenced yard, terraced garden area w/ drip system, generator w/ inverter switch. 2-car garage w/ cabinets, workbench space & storage.

Amity Justice (928) 978-1391

1119 N Tyrolean Drive: Alpine Village!

Single-level, move-in ready! Open floor plan, vaulted ceiling, attached garage. Covered front porch, back deck, landscaped & fenced back yard. All appliances, master bath w/ walk-in shower. Lots of storage, level driveway. Cindy Whatley (928) 970-0484

804 S Montana Drive: Views! Location! Views! Location! Updated condo near Green Valley Park with views of the town, the lake and the Mogollon Rim!

Andrea Christianson (928) 970-0398

This cozy cabin has all the feels, and it’s on a 0.17-acre lot! T&G vaulted ceilings, granite counter tops plus a butcher block island in the kitchen. Enjoy evenings the back deck in the hot tub.

Andrea Christianson (928) 970-0398

311 E Pinnacle Cir: Multi-level sitebuilt with 2-car garage. Brick & wood accents, Arizona room with vaulted ceilings and tall windows and doors. Fenced back yard. Primary BR has wood accent wall, walk-through closet w/ built-in vanity. Ensuite bath w/ walk-in shower. Amity Justice (928) 978-1391

35 Canyon Vista: Corner lot with common area on two sides in Portal II. Gentle slope offers great views. Open & active water meter, corners marked, soil report

Christy Mikesell

Brad Cole Rena Lenhart Bonnie Bell Ginger Ingram Becky Sopeland Romaine Heap Cheryl Haskell Pat Callahan

New Listing!

MOUNTAIN LODGE CEDAR & STONE: 3BRS, 4 baths, 2778 sf, 2-car garage. Nestled among tall Ponderosa Pine trees with unobstructed panoramic views of the Dells & Monument Peak. Two master suites, one on main level, one upper w/ private deck. Gourmet cook's kitchen with granite counters. Andersen windows for beauty and energy savings. Custom paint and trim, no detail overlooked. Patio area w/ water feature awaits you, along with the stunning views! Plenty of storage throughout. Garage has epoxy floor and features a unique glass door with access to tastefully landscaped back yard w/ drip system. Security cameras. Charming shed matches home exterior, could be a kids' playhouse! Furnishings available outside of escrow by separate agreement. $900,000 (87673)

809 E Oxbow Circle: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1221 sf. Wellmaintained single-level. Split floor plan, built-in bookcases, corner cabinet in dining area, large master. Fresh exterior paint, fenced back yard, detached work shop w/ electric, circular drive, dual pane windows, central heat & A/C, updated roof. Close to park, shopping, and schools. Seller is motivated! $335,000 (87295)

842 W Overland Rd: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1680 sf. Beautiful home on a spacious corner lot! Newly updated kitchen with granite counters, upgraded cabinetry, and new flooring. Gas F/P in living room. Extra-long 2-car garage with storage cabinets, and a beautiful back yard with additional storage shed. Better hurry! $350,000 (87711)

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824 W Sherwood, Payson: 3BRs, 2 baths, 1702 sf, 2-car attached garage plus RV parking, all on a 0.23-acre

lot. Delightful single-level home in one of Payson's most desirable subdivisions. An inviting front deck looks out to the Mazatzal Mountains. Inside, you'll find a newly carpeted greatroom with vaulted ceilings, great natural light, and a huge island kitchen w/ a breakfast bar. The

newly carpeted master bedroom suite boasts a HUGE walk-in closet and a pricey, walk-in jetted tub. The garage has storage galore, and out back there is a large covered patio, a dog run, landscaping and a privacy fence. Tuff shed for the gardener, and there's a second driveway, perfect for RV or extra guest parking. $575,000 (87465)

207 W Pecan St, Payson: 2BR, 600 sf manufactured home with full bath, newer carpet, and dual pane windows. Nice fenced yard. Excellent rental history! Seller / Agent. $175,000 (87706)

16 N Star Vale Dr, #70, Star Valley: 55+ community! 2BRs, 2 baths, 1248 sf, tandem carport, lush vegetation, and neighboring elk wandering through from time to time. Well-kept, nicely appointed home shows pride of ownership. Almost new appliances, including heating & A/C, plus solar screens on the windows for energy efficiency. Screened sun porch, patio with BBQ area, extra-large storage shed. Buyer must be approved by park owner. $187,200 (87416)

301 S Rim Rock Circle, Payson: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1237 sf, 2-car attached garage, all on a corner lot in Stone Creek subdivision. $365,000 (87594)

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Forested mountain and golf course views surround this 4BR, 4½ bath, 4668 sf home in Chaparral Pines, the perfect setting for your high country home. The main level features a split floor plan – the primary suite has a freestanding jetted tub and walk-thru shower, a large walk-in closet, and a private entrance to the deck. Two guest en-suites are on the other side, each with a ¾-bath. The kitchen is amazing with a SubZero / Wolf appliance package, including a single oven, 48'' gas cooktop, microwave, 48'' refrigerator, dishwasher, and under-counter beverage refrigerator. Cabinets are solid wood, soft close white shaker with black

hardware. Upgraded granite will be on all counters, and the entire main level will have engineered wood flooring with tile in all wet areas.

The living room has a vaulted ceiling with custom crafted beams and an electric fireplace. The large laundry area even has a full-size stackable washer and dryer. On the lower level you’ll find an en-suite, a family room, game room, and a potential, pre-wired media room. Large 420 sf storage room or man-cave under the home will be finished with concrete floor, drywall and electric. So much storage space offered here. Oversized 3-car garage will have epoxy flooring, and the walls and ceilings are insulated. All exterior walls are insulated with spray foam, making this home very energy efficient. Roof is a 50-year GAF high-definition shingle with metal accents. Driveway and lower level patio will be completed in pavers, upper deck is Trex with a fortress railing and a covered T&G porch lid. Home to be complete by January 2023. $2,300,000 (87378)

2306 E Blue Bell Circle - Wonderful 0.91-acre parcel backing the 7th fairway. Awesome golf course and mountain views! Chaparral Pines, a gated golf community, offers pools, tennis, volley ball, pickle ball, walking paths, fitness centers with awesome classes, and a dog park for our four legged loved ones. Come and build your dream home here and enjoy the clean, cool fresh air, the tranquility, and the golf! $149,900 (87636)

2302 E Blue Bell Circle - 0.76-acre cul-de-sac lot backing the 7th fairway. Awesome golf course and mountain views! Chaparral Pines, a gated golf community, offers pools, tennis, volley ball, pickle ball, walking paths, fitness centers with awesome classes, and a dog park for our four legged loved ones. Come and build your dream home here and enjoy the clean, cool fresh air, the tranquility, and the golf! $124,900 (87637)

Chaparral Pines Golf Community

Comes with Adjacent Lot!

Stunning single-level 3BR, 2 bath custom home (construction to begin soon) w/ spacious split floor plan, making it easy to both relax and entertain! Will have a large master w/ walk-in closets, exquisite tile work, double sinks, vaulted ceilings, quartz / granite counters, paver drive, 3' stone wainscoting, and no interior steps. Buyer to pick finishes! Call today to see this amazing plan. To be built by JA Mountain View Custom Homes

Check out this amazing buy in a great location just off Main Street. This 1920 sf building on a 0.25-acre C-1 lot is ready to become your new opportunity! With a brand new metal roof, brick shell, and extra parking, the property shares the western property line with CenturyLink Telecommunications, allowing for high-speed fiber optic connectivity and making it an ideal location for computer or internet-based businesses, such as an internet service provider, customer support center, or online learning academy. Would also make a great building for attorneys or real estate professionals, since they are so dependent on the internet. The potential and options are almost endless: office space, single family, art galleries, duplex, medical, retail and/or...

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Single-level 3BR, 2 bath custom home features a spacious split floor plan that makes it easy to both relax and entertain, with two extra-large patio doors leading to the covered patio and fenced back yard. Will have a large master with walk-in closet, exquisite tile work in the baths, and vaulted ceilings. Absolutely no interior steps, and ample space in the garage to park just about anything! Call today to see this amazing plan. (Built by JA Mountain View Custom Homes)

3BRs, 2 baths, 0.22-acre, priced to SELL! Amazing back yard w/ patio, new granite & storage shed! Vinyl siding, new electric water heater, SS appliances, wood stove. Converted 1964 mobile to site-built with the Town of Payson, affidavit of unaffixture is included. Being sold ''AS IS,'' seller will not make any repairs. Call today for a private showing!

AZ. Square footage differs from county records, buyer advised to verify. $329,900 (243793)

3341 / 3343 STONE BRIDGE TRAIL: Two site-built-only lots side-by-side for 1.70 acres. Septic installed, culvert and rough driveway. County-maintained paved roads, u/g power and water to the lot, ready for full-time or summer cabin. Perfect for walk-out basement and views from a 2-story home. $139,900 (239619)

2749-2745 TREVOR WAY: This level piece of land is ready for your new home! Near shopping, schools and churches. 3BR septic is installed, and utilities are to the lot line. Paved roads for easy access, and old fashioned street lamps add to the neighborhood charm! $94,500 (240215)

2974 LOOKOUT LANE - 0.58-acre parcel in popular Forest Trails, site-built only, county-maintained paved roads, u/g electric & water to the lot, septic is in! Natural clearing for your dream home or summer cabin. At the end of the loop for low-flow traffic. Active HOA to protect your investment! $89,900 (239147)

1919 ELK ROAD: 1.51 acres in Buckskin Artists Community! Heavily treed, level area to build, power, water & septic in. Slight slope for incredible views, sunsets and easy access. Circular drive, ready for your weekend cabin or full-time home. Low HOA dues of $325 / yr includes water. Mild CC&Rs to protect your investment. Horses OK! $109,900 (242113)

2756 ZANE GREY BLVD: Check out this level

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2BR walkout basement. Central heat, wood burning FP w/ flagstone surround, open kitchen, oak cabinetry, SS appliances, breakfast bar, bay window dining. Warm wood interior doors & trim, wood-encased windows. Covered deck overlooks private greenbelt. Paver area for gatherings, fenced yard. Huge 3-car garage w/ drive-thru doors. $609,900 (243607)

2074 Thousand Pines Dr: Completely remodeled 3BR, 2 bath home. Open floor plan, inviting living room, bright kitchen w/ recessed lighting, hickory cabinets, tiled backsplash, pantry. BRs have accent walls, ceiling fans & outlets for flat screen TVs. Main bath has tiled shower, plus NEW plumbing, electrical, insulation, windows, flooring, doors, foundation, siding, septic & new split unit, too! Huge wraparound covered deck, back covered deck, fenced yard for kids / fido. Low-maintenance metal roof, landscaped easy care yard. 3rd BR w/o closet or ceiling fan could be office or craft room. Seller (Diane Dahlin) is licensed real estate broker in

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3163 Tonto Drive, Overgaard: 4BRs, 3 baths, 2432 sf, 0.45-acre lot. The perfect mountain getaway, fulltime, part-time or vacation rental. Vinyl plank flooring, fireplace, free-standing wood stove, central heat, two portable A/C units, tankless water heater and it's completely furnished. $349,900 (243193) Call Maggie!

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1914 Pinetop Drive, Overgaard: Just under a half-acre, and heavily treed, the perfect lot for you to build your dream home in the mountains! It's in town, close to all the amenities, and it sits high up on a cul-de-sac street. $35,000 (243479) Call Deana!

TBD 206-37-010B, Overgaard: 10.51 acres just 15 minutes from town in Aripine. No HOA. Mostly meadow for horses, plenty of space for a barn, outbuildings, fields to grow feed. Site-built, mnf’d, barndominium, RV. Power is nearby, haul water or dig a well. $150,000 (239856) Call Deana TODAY!

2008 Running Elk Road, Overgaard: 3BRs, 3 baths, 2556 sf, 2-car garage, all on 3.16 acres of horse property! Furnished, meticulously maintained, heavily treed acreage, extremely private. Vaulted ceiling, kitchen w/ huge pantry, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a gas fireplace. $775,000 (243196) Call Deana!

Paint Pony Lane, Overgaard: 3BR, full bath, 840 sf mnf'd home being sold partially furnished w/ wood-look tile floors and a metal carport. Covered and uncovered decks for entertaining friends and family, RV parking and hook-ups, two utility buildings for extra storage, nicely treed lot. Located in the popular Holiday Forest subdivision. $154,000 (243292) Call Maggie!

Sagebruch Trail, Overgaard: 2BRs, 2 baths, 864 sf. Looking for your getaway in the mountains? This charming cabin is both affordable & comfortable and is waiting for you to make it your own. Vaulted ceiling, tiled baths, SS appliances, carport. $269,500 (243545) Call Maggie!

Bain Trail, Overgaard: 4BRs, 3 baths, 1695 sf, two 2-car garages, all on nearly an acre! Rustic log façade, open greatroom, vaulted T&G ceilings, breakfast bar, rich quartz counters, SS appliances, stone-clad

382 N Tucker Creek Trail, Ellison Creek Summer Homes: Vintage 1BR, 1 bath, 496 sf, single-level logsided cabin on a 1.01-acre parcel. Knotty pine ceiling, stone fireplace, metal roof. $255,000 (87607)

123 W Homestead Ln, Hunter Creek Ranch: 0.42-acre lot w/ water, sewer, and paved roads, just across from a picturesque pond. Mogollon Rim view potential. Gated community. $97,000 (87737)

212 E Ridge Lane, Payson: 2BRs, 2 baths, 1980 sf, 2-car attached garage. Spectacular, panoramic views of the entire Rim Country, from the town to the airport to the majestic Mogollon Rim! Total remodel. $549,000 (87424)

597 N Pyle Ranch Rd, Ellison Creek Estates: 1BR, full bath, 456 sf, 1.02 acres, remote, in the pines, horses OK. 10x14 storage shed, 200A electric, 1000 gal water tank, vintage travel trailer included. $190,000 (87145)

1117 E Christopher Creek Loop: Comm'l and Residential. 3BRs, 3 baths, 3018 sf, GU zoning! Formerly an auto repair service with living quarters. Limitless possibilities! $399,000 (87764 / 87766)

1245 Chief Circle, Forest Lakes: Fleetwood mobile home with sitebuilt addition. 1168 sf, 2BRs, 2 baths, 2-car garage, all on a quiet, secluded, heavily-treed, 1.03-acre, cul-de-sac parcel. $315,000 (87558)

900 W Sherwood: Single-story site-built home on a cul-de-sac. Double-lot, 0.63-acre parcel in Woodhill. 3BRs, 2 baths, 3-car garage, split floor plan. Corner lot with views of mountains, two covered patios. $599,500 (87089)

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7911 W Sumac Drive: Rustic mountain elegance! 3BRs, 3 baths, soaring vaulted ceiling, finished basement, fully-fenced yard, and a covered deck. RV parking and workshop. $790,000 (87073) 7925 W Sumac Dr: Brand new build in 2022! Singlelevel custom home, 2BRs, 2 baths, 1360 sf, detached garage, rock F/P in greatroom, fenced back yard, metal roof, paver driveway and tremendous deck space! Call today for more details. $545,000 (87415)

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1508 W Mooney Parkway, Mazatzal Mountain AirPark: Two-story hangar home! 3BRs, 2 baths, 2240 sf, vaulted living room with gas fireplace, a lower level family room, an extra-deep 2-car garage (32'), and an airplane hangar that measures 42' wide x 40' deep, all on a 0.45-acre lot with direct access to Payson Municipal Airport taxiway. Fly in - fly out! $680,000 (87753)

Let’s Take a Peek Inside the Numbers…

Our Rim Country MLS covers properties from Roosevelt Lake, Tonto Basin, up through Payson, then north through Pine and Strawberry to Happy Jack, and out east to Star Valley, Christopher Creek, Forest Lakes and Heber-Overgaard. To truly “know” a market this wide and this diverse demands expert, wide-ranging knowledge from your REALTOR®.

Data from 2021-2022 has revealed that the number of SOLD properties has gone down 10% from 2021, with 1148 closed transactions. In 2022 we have had to date (11-20-22) a total of 943 homes sold.

The average SALES PRICE at closing last year was $426,531. In 2022, that average rose to $467,076. In other words, while fewer homes actually sold in 2022, the average sales price of those homes increased.

The market is currently correcting, however, and it appears that the overall drop in LIST PRICE (asking) to the ACTUAL SOLD PRICE is trending downward, somewhere between 3-8%. That’s certainly good news for buyers, and it’s good news for sellers, too. Sky-high prices can really throw a wet blanket on even the hottest of markets, so a little cooling off is a good thing for everyone.

If you'd like more information on our real estate market, and you are not currently working with another REALTOR®, please call me anytime. I would love the opportunity to serve you. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and let’s all have a very Happy New Year! ~ Deborah Rose

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BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY Advantage Realty

DALE OESTMANN, ABR, CRS, GRI, Assoc. Broker

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

GINGER JEFFERS, GRI, ASSOC. BROKER Cell: (928) 970-1220 eMail: Ginger@GingerJeffers.com Web: www.GingerJeffers.com/

Log-sided cabin in the pines! 2BRs, 1 bath, 744 sf, 1-car garage + carport. Vaulted wood ceiling, lots of windows, stone-clad F/P w/gas insert, and a woodstove. Engineered wood floors, covered porch, paver patio. Woodshed, tool room, storage shed. Metal roofing, fresh paint inside and out. $350,000 (87566)

Enjoy the mountains in this split 3BR, 2 bath doublewide with large deck, cozy F/P, island kitchen, laundry area with newer LG W&D. Fully-fenced back yard, mature trees, new Tuff Shed for storage. Two driveways, plenty of room for RV parking and all your toys. $285,000 (87195)

Endless Views, no HOA! Gated property high above the Strawberry Valley. 3BRs, 2 baths, 1268 sf, carport, 0.42-acre lot. Furnished & ready to live in or rent. Completely renovated and very private. Panoramic mountain & treetop views, from all the windows and the two covered porches. $550,000 (87657)

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In very desirable Alpine Village! Open floor plan, where the iving room transitions to a large eat-in kitchen. New carpet, central air, beautiful rock-clad fireplace and a raised hearth. 3BR split floorplan with master suite on one side. Fenced back yard. Very lowmaintenance, nicely groomed landscaping. $370,500 (87461)

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Log-sided, 3BRs, 2 baths, all on a 0.64-acre parcel. Large entry with windows, kitchen & a dining room with bead board walls. living room w/ skylights, vaulted ceiling & knotty pine walls. Master on main level. Walkout basement w/ BR or office, laundry. $575,000 (86875)

3740 Navajo Dr: 2BRs, 2 baths, 900 sf, 2-car detached garage. The ideal summer cabin in the forest! You won’t find any better than this! Wood stove, dual pane windows, large decks, covered porch, new roof, fenced yard, workshop / shed. Garage is finished & insulated. $250,000 (87359)

Great, rustic, 2BR, 1 bath cabin on 2 lots with over 1000 sf of covered, screened, outdoor living space, plus a large open deck overlooking the fenced second lot, with an access gate from Peach Lane. There is also an oversize 2-car garage. Just needs a little TLC. $385,000 (87613)

Custom home, recently built, with Mogollon Rim view! 3BRs, 2 baths, front & back decks, dog run. Split floor plan for privacy. Vaulted ceilings, split heating & cooling plus gas stoves and fireplace for yearround comfort. 2-car garage with generous storage on the upper level. $569,000 (86687)

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The Rim Country

The Rim Country

Above it all...

Above it all...

If you’ve never seen Central Arizona, if you’ve only traveled the “Interstate Corridors” of I-10 and I-40, or if you think Arizona is simply the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon and the Great Sonoran Desert, then prepare yourself for what we believe may prove to be one of the most pleasant surprises of your life.

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

You’re in Central Arizona’s “Rim Country,” a four-season vacation getaway that’s well off the beaten path, yet so much closer than Prescott or Flagstaff, and much more majestic than the two combined. Before you is a spec tacular 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, Straw berry, Kohl’s Ranch and Christopher Creek

Completely surrounded by National Forest, these pictur esque mountain towns and villages exist in a unique tem perate 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 en vironment 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 grass lands 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 “some thing” 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!

Photo: The Onyx Group

Early morning snowfall - 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 - of fers 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 Au gust 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 cel lular 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 elemen tary 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 facil ity 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 Eco nomic 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 depart ment 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 avail able, 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 num ber of hotels, motels and other lodging facilities with a total in excess of 600 rooms. Meeting facilities are available, with the largest seating 200 people. Additionally, the area offers several bed & breakfast and cabin-type facilities, as well as nine RV parks and six local campgrounds.

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

Pine & Strawberry Under the Rim Pine & Strawberry Under the Rim

So, you’d like a little cabin in the mountains, a quiet, secluded place where you can get away from it all, but Payson seems a little too “suburban”, too much like a real town, with traffic lights and everything? Well, hop back up on that buckboard, partner, and head north for about another sixteen miles to the quaint alpine villages of Pine and Strawberry. Here you’ll find exactly what you’ve been looking for, and not a bit more!

Founded back in the 1870’s and 80’s, Pine and Strawberry are two of the prettiest little “bedroom communities” you could ever imagine, each tucked snugly in its own lush, pine-covered valley, nestled against the magnificent backdrop of the towering Mogollon Rim. Here the residents enjoy all four of the seasons, each distinct from the others, and all of them pleasantly mild by comparison.

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

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

Other reminders of days gone by can be found in abundance in the many antique and curio shops that line both sides of the main drag in Pine. Each of these shops has an ambience all its own, and could very well be the hiding place for that elusive whatsit you’ve been seeking. These shops also showcase the exciting works of local artisans and craftspeople.

Another attraction that’s threatening to put the area on the map is Arizona’s newest State Park, the Tonto Natural Bridge. One billion, seven hundred million years in the making, this amazing 183-foot high geological marvel spans the crystal clear waters of Pine Creek. It is believed to be the world’s largest natural travertine bridge, and as such, is generating much interest among naturalists the world over. The park offers lodging accommodations, camping, hiking and picnicking, in addition to its spectacular scenery.

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

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Westward view across Strawberry Valley

Forest Lakes, Arizona Forest Lakes, Arizona

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

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

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

SCENIC ATTRACTIONS... Forest Lakes is surrounded by many year-round recreational opportunities and points of scenic interest. Immediately west and south of Forest lakes is the majestic Mogollon Rim, a steep escarpment ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 feet from the base to its highest plateau at about 8,000 feet above sea level. The Rim, as locals call it, extends for 200 miles across Central Arizona, dividing the northern plateau region from the lower central and southern desert areas of the state. The Rim offers many extraordinary views and numerous natural and man-made lakes, many ideal for boating and other water sports.

Hunting for elk, mule deer, turkey, antelope, mountain lion and bear is permitted in the area, while fishing in the nearby lakes and trout streams is popular. And although not typically considered game animals, coyote, javelina, grey fox, bobcat and raccoons make their homes in and around Forest Lakes, among the countless rabbits, tree squirrels, chipmunks, and a few reported skunks. There are also extensive picnic and camping facilities available within the Black Mesa Ranger District, and there are uncounted miles of hiking trails throughout the surrounding

Rim Lakes Recreation Area.

For bird-watchers, Forest Lakes is known as a year-round home for several species, including owls, woodpeckers, flickers, jays, crows and ravens, to mention just a few. In summer, the trees are teeming with various migratory species, such as robins, swallows, doves, sparrows and several fascinating varieties of hummingbird. Other scenic attractions in the area include Willow Springs Lake, Woods Canyon Lake & Dam, Hidden Lake, the Spillway, Sinkhole and Canyon Point Campgrounds, and the Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery.

Community Facilities... Forest Lakes offers a library, an auxiliary fire department, an owners association and a Neighborhood Watch program, and boasts a locally run insurance agency, a number of lodging accommodations, several RV parks, two dining establishments, a selection of local and nearby grocery, general and convenience stores, and professional real estate services. School-age residents attend class in nearby Heber-Overgaard.

Public utilities are provided by APS (electric), Amerigas Propane, Larson Sanitation, Forest Lakes Domestic Water Improvement District, and Frontier Telephone. White Mountain Online provides internet service for the region.

Snow on the Rim - PHOTO: Al_HikesAZ / Flickr

A stand of Aspen near Forest Lakes

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 Interna tional Airport”, an unpaved, unlighted 4752’ runway that can actually accom modate 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 surround ing 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 me chanic 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 deliv ers 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

Pleasant Valley under a blanket of snow

PHOTO: Courtesy of Bob Benne

On the way to the feeding trough

PHOTO: Courtesy of Bob Benne

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 sur rounded 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. Fish ing, 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 pub lic 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.

• 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.

Photo courtesy of Guy Rolland

Winter Scene in the White Mountains

Photo courtesy of White Mountain Properties Mountain Cabin in the Snow

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 vacation ing 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 lit erally hundreds and hundreds of developed camp sites along

the western shoreline. The eastern shore of the lake is extremely rugged and undevel oped, 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 Visi tor Center features a museum with archeological exhibits and a 12-minute orientation slide program, a gift shop, interpretive literature, restrooms and vending machines.

PHOTO: Courtesy of KNXV

PHOTO: Courtesy of Rosalind Gardner

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Milk Ranch Point glows at the east end of the Strawberry Valley - The Onyx Group