Payson Homes with Borders Preserve/Public Land Lot Features

Payson Homes with Borders Preserve/Public Land Lot Features

Welcome to Payson, Arizona—a charming town nestled in the heart of Gila County, where the beauty of nature meets the comforts of home. Known as the "Heart of Arizona," Payson boasts a mild climate and stunning landscapes, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat. With its elevation of 5,000 feet, residents enjoy cooler summers and a picturesque setting surrounded by the majestic Mogollon Rim and Tonto National Forest.

One of the most alluring aspects of living in Payson is the abundance of public land and natural beauty right at your doorstep. Many homes in this area are graced with Borders Preserve and Public Land Lot Features, allowing residents to immerse themselves in the great outdoors. Imagine waking up to the crisp mountain air, with hiking trails, fishing spots, and endless opportunities for exploration just moments away from your front door. The nearby forests are perfect for camping, bird watching, and even stargazing under the clear Arizona skies.

Payson is not just about nature; it also offers a vibrant community with a rich history, local shops, and delightful dining options. Whether you’re looking for a cozy cabin or a modern family home, the real estate options here cater to a variety of lifestyles. With a strong sense of community and a welcoming atmosphere, Payson is the perfect place to call home. Experience the serene beauty and charm of Payson, where every day feels like a vacation!

Newest Payson Homes with Borders Preserve/Public Land Lot Features

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7056846 MLS ⋅ 2,087 SqFt.

Once-in-a-generation opportunity in the pines of Whispering Pines. This rare 4 BR, 3 BR cabin offers something nearly impossible to find: ownership extending across both sides of the East Verde River, with National Forest bordering the opposite side for an unmatched sense of privacy and a breathtaking backdrop. Surrounded by towering trees and the soothing sounds of the river flowing below, the home blends timeless rustic cabin character with modern upgrades and comfortable living. Enjoy the peaceful soundtrack of the East Verde from the bedroom, dining room, and living room, creating a true mountain retreat experience. Spacious living and family rooms provide plenty of space for gathering, entertaining, or relaxing after a day outdoors. Easily a full-time escape or second home.

355 W Meadows Place, Payson

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7046015 MLS ⋅ 768 SqFt.

Breathtaking, unobstructed views from this irresistible mountain retreat. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin showcases a warm knotty pine interior, a cozy wood stove, detached heated 2-car garage complete with an upstairs bonus room, ideal for guests, hobbies, extra storage. The west-facing porch delivers front-row seats to spectacular Rim Country sunsets, creating a picture-perfect setting. Located for easy access yet thoughtfully set back on a double lot, the property borders the National Forest, offering rare seclusion and panoramic natural beauty. Additional features include a ham radio tower/lightning arrester, a separate storage outbuilding, and a dedicated woodshed. Roof replaced in 2020. A property with views, privacy, charm like this doesn't come along often

282 S Cienega Road, Payson

Exceptional opportunity to acquire approximately 320 +/- contiguous acres with commanding Highway 87 frontage in the highly desirable Slate Creek / Mount Ord corridor, just south of Payson in Arizona's Rim Country. Rarely does a property of this scale, visibility, and zoning diversity come to market in this region. The site encompasses multiple zoning designations (C2, C1, and GR), providing outstanding flexibility for a wide range of commercial, mixed-use, recreational, and long-term investment concepts. Recreational property, Cabin sites, Nature Preserve, Hiking/Camping, Ranching, Mining, Forest Exchange, etc. C2 zoning supports highway-oriented commercial uses such as retail, office, medical, hospitality, and food and beverage, while C1 zoning allows neighborhood-scale retail and pro fessional services. GR zoning further enhances flexibility with allowances for low-density residential, agricultural, recreational, and specialty rural uses, creating a uniquely versatile entitlement profile across the property. The land offers dramatic Rim Country scenery, featuring varied topography, natural drainage corridors, existing access paths, and sweeping mountain and canyon views. Combined with substantial frontage and visibility along Highway 87, the property is well-positioned for phased development, creative site planning, or strategic land banking in a growing regional corridor. Located in unincorporated Gila County. Buyer to verify zoning, permitted uses, access, utilities, water availability, and development potential.

NKA Highway 87 -- Unit -, Payson

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7029381 MLS ⋅ 1,413 SqFt.

Private, move-in ready, and room for all your toys! This beautifully updated home backs to the National Forest and offers incredible views in 180 directions! Thoughtful upgrades include a newer roof, Low-E skylights, exterior and interior paint, vinyl plank flooring and granite countertops. The flexible floor plan offers possible dual primary bedrooms, plus an additional room ideal for an office, den, or 3rd bedroom. A large Tuff Shed with loft provides excellent additional storage space. Outside, the property truly shines with inviting covered patio and deck areas, a 36'x14' RV garage, and a 26'x10' carport--perfect for RV parking, toys, and mountain living. Private, peaceful, and surrounded by nature, this is the ideal escape while still being move-in ready!

194 W Lucky Lane, Payson

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7018698 MLS ⋅ 2,276 SqFt.

Suburban Ranch Living Close to Payson! 3.20 (+-) acre lot backs to, Gibson Wash and Tonto National Forest, has a 1,500(+-). sq.' steel double RV Garage that has 2, 12(+-) foot roll up doors with a great work bench, storage room with loft and there's NO HOA fees! The 2,276 sq.' single level home has a park like setting with beautiful mountain and forest views from the screened porch off the family room, the front and back covered porches and rear large open deck. The Family room has a propane stove, vaulted ceilings, large windows and knotty pine rustic accents. The kitchen is well appointed with a skylight, granite counter tops, spacious pantry, oven/micro and a breakfast bar. The split floorplan has a spacious primary suite with a propane FP, large walk-in closet and the en-suite bath... has a dual vanity, skylights and step-in shower. Across the way there's a den/office and 2 bedrooms with guest bath and linen closet. The rear sun room entrance gives you easy access from the back yard and 2+-car carport to the laundry room, kitchen and family room. The 2+ car carport would make a great location for a large family or neighborhood gathering. Another 2-car garage is well equipped with cabinets and lots of counter space for your tools/hobbies and there's a separate walk-in storage area to store your treasures. This garage also has an upstairs loft with a separate entrance that gives you additional storage and has lots of possibilities. The property is fenced and cross fenced and has a huge fenced dog run and 2 covered chain link fence kennels with water and electric. There's plenty of room for your horses, chickens, and livestock and the rear lot may be a good pasture area. There are approx. 30 walnut trees and a nice variety of well-established fruit trees and lots of room for your garden with a separate private well for easy watering. Tonto National Forest has lots of trails for hiking, mountain biking, riding horses and quads.

7736 W Gibson Ranch Road, Payson

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7016024 MLS ⋅ 2,080 SqFt.

Set on 3.66 acres with sweeping panoramic views and backing directly to the National Forest, this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of privacy, space, and natural beauty. With 2,080 square feet of living space, the home features an open-concept layout filled with natural light. The living room showcases tile flooring, expansive windows that frame the views, and a cozy wood-burning stove, seamlessly connecting to the kitchen. The kitchen is both functional and timeless, featuring butcher block countertops and a beautiful Aga stove built to last for generations. Downstairs, a spacious family room with a second wood-burning stove provides a versatile living area. An additional space already equipped with plumbing and electrical offers excellent potential for a second wood-burning stove provides a versatile living area. An additional space already equipped with plumbing and electrical offers excellent potential for a second kitchen--ideal for in-law quarters, guest accommodations, or multi-generational living. Step outside to the wraparound deck, perfectly positioned to take in breathtaking views of Gibson Peak and the surrounding forest--an ideal setting for relaxing or entertaining. The property offers ample room for parking, recreational vehicles, and outdoor toys, along with a two-car garage and a two-story workshop/mancave. The land extends across the road and includes access to Gibson Creek, complemented by several fruit trees for a touch of country living. Additional highlights include a new septic system and a roof replaced in 2022, providing peace of mind for years to come.

8135 W Gibson Ranch Road, Payson

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7008523 MLS ⋅ 2,881 SqFt.

A rare opportunity to own a cabin in the woods in Payson, designed and built as his personal residence by former Dean of Architecture at the University of Arizona and award-winning architect, Robert Hershberger. Set on a private 2/3-acre lot surrounded by mature ponderosa pines, this home reflects Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired organic architecture where design, light, and landscape are intentionally connected. The architect describes the home as a 'flower in the forest,'' with two major rooflines sloping upward to the north and south like petals to capture sunlight and direct rainwater into lower-level cisterns (the roots), while the central greenhouse (the stamen) supports plant life and light within the home. Very large high windows on each side of a gas fireplace greet those entering the home, along with spectacular views of ponderosa pines and the ever-changing skyline. Each room on the main level features high windows, framing a unique view of the forest, while skylights and interior glass bring natural light deeper into the home. A central greenhouse atrium serves as a transition from the south-facing covered porch into the house, connecting indoor and outdoor living. The great room combines living, dining, and kitchen spaces with custom birch cabinetry and aspen tongue-and-groove ceilings. The main level includes the primary suite with separate closets, along with a study, powder room, and pantry. The lower level includes two guest bedrooms, a full bath, and a very large recreation room. This room features a built-in pool table with storage beneath and could serve as a third bedroom with its three closets. Additional lower-level spaces include storage rooms, mechanical rooms, and two dedicated cistern rooms. Outdoor spaces include a south-facing covered porch designed for year-round use, a walled garden for protection from wildlife, and terraces and pathways that follow the natural contours of the land. A two-car garage and additional driveway parking provide ample guest parking. Solar panels provide supplemental energy efficiency and support the home's long-term sustainability. This is not simply a home - it is a rare architectural expression where nature, structure, and design are fully integrated, offering a one-of-a-kind living experience in the forest. This listing is for the house only which is on lot 135. Lot 134 is being sold separately for $125,000.

204 N Forest Park Drive, Payson

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7006232 MLS ⋅ 1,920 SqFt.

Discover this incredible 1.01+/- acre private horse property bordering the US National Forest, offering unmatched serenity and directaccess to nature. This unique 1920+/- sq ft red barn style home features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, along with a separate exterior staircase and deck providing private access to the upper level - ideal for flexible living arrangements. The property includes a private well and boasts a distinctive all-copper roof,complemented by fresh exterior paint. A spacious basement offers abundant storage or potential for additional use. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the inviting front porch, where you can take in frequent wildlife sightings, like javelinas and elk, as they roam the neighboring National Forest.

267 W Round Valley Road, Payson

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7005804 MLS ⋅ 2,812 SqFt.

Partial Seller Financing Available for Qualified Buyers. Welcome Home to Panoramic Mountain Views in the Cool Pines of Payson! Located in the sought-after Elk Ridge subdivision, 601 E Hunter Dr is a spacious 2,812 sq. ft. split-level home built in 2001 that blends comfort with breathtaking mountain scenery. This meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom residence offers unobstructed vistas of the Mazatzal Mountains from nearly every room. The main level features an open-concept layout with vaulted ceilings, a cozy living room, and a gourmet kitchen equipped with double wall ovens, a glass electric cooktop, and a breakfast bar. The primary suite is a private retreat on the main floor, boasting a walk-in closet, split sinks, a jetted tub, and its own private covered deck. A front sitting room provides the perfect space for a home office or library. The lower level is designed for entertainment or multi-generational living, featuring a large family room and two additional guest bedrooms with Jack and Jill bath access. Step outside to a large, fenced yard that borders undeveloped land, offering ultimate privacy. Space for Toys: Includes a 2-car attached garage plus a 700 sq. ft. "toy garage" workshop area with a roll up door in the backyard. Outdoor Living: Two levels of covered decking to enjoy the cooler summer temperatures and scenic beauty. Modern Comforts: New interior paint, Dual pane windows, reverse osmosis system, balcony sun shades, and a split floor plan. Prime Location: Situated on an elbow lot in the heart of Payson, close to town amenities while maintaining a quiet, rural feel. ***HOME WARRANTY INCLUDED WITH ACCEPTABLE OFFER*** PARTIAL SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE.

601 E Hunter Drive, Payson

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 6988424 MLS ⋅ 2,783 SqFt.

Located in the exclusive gated community of Chaparral Pines, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, single level, 3 car garage, with tons of storage that backs directly to National Forest with stunning views of Diamond Point. The split floor plan offers privacy and functionality, featuring a spacious primary suite with walk-in shower, jetted tub, and custom closet shelving. Two guest bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath with private sink areas. The living room showcases a large panoramic window, while oversized windows throughout the home capture breathtaking forest views. The kitchen includes an induction cooktop, wall oven, large island, soft-close cabinetry, and an oversized walk-in pantry. Enjoy the outdoors on the large partially covered deck, plus a fenced dog run and enclosed garden or private sitting area. Additional features include garage with workroom, central vacuum system, large laundry room with abundant storage, whole-house Nuvo H2O filtration system, and instant hot water. Chaparral Pines amenities include a private golf club, pool, restaurant, park, tennis courts, pickleball courts and a dog park- offering true mountain luxury living.

2802 E Golden Rod Circle, Payson

BACKING NATIONAL FOREST IN THE RIM GOLF CLUB! Nestled within the exclusive gates of The Rim Golf Club, this .40-acre homesite presents a rare opportunity to embrace the tranquility of mountain living while enjoying the luxurious amenities of a premier golf community. Enveloped by the serene beauty of towering pine trees and bordered by the pristine wilderness of the national forest, this property offers a secluded haven to build your dream home.

3109 E Game Trail Unit 250, Payson

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6980358 MLS ⋅ 1,056 SqFt.

Rare opportunity to own a chalet styled home bordering National Forest! Enjoy unobstructed views, total privacy, and walking distance to the East Verde River. Your ultimate mountain lifestyle awaits. Remarkable privacy on 1.64 acres with the Tonto National Forest in your backyard. Main bedroom is on lower level with access to back patio and tranquil view of the forest. Walk-in shower, single vanity sink, stacked washer and dryer are in attached bathroom..Kitchen has an electric oven, refrigerator, microwave, real wood cabinets and a built-on dining table that folds against the breakfast bar. Wood stove in Great Room and windows galore for tons of natural light! Sleeping loft has access to a spacious deck to view stars and wildlife. Full bathroom upstairs as well as small built in desk area. Large concrete, wrap around patio for outdoor entertaining and a covered patio in front of the house. There is a small shed, extra parking and RV parking at the base of driveway. Home is being sold turn-key, with exception of a few personal items.

308 N Nellie Drive, Payson

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