Payson Homes with Natural Desert Back Lot Features

Payson Homes with Natural Desert Back Lot Features

Welcome to Payson, Arizona, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Gila County, where the beauty of the natural desert landscape meets the charm of small-town living. Known for its stunning mountain views and vibrant community, Payson is the perfect destination for those seeking a serene lifestyle surrounded by nature. With its mild climate and abundant outdoor activities, this picturesque town is ideal for hiking enthusiasts, nature lovers, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the most alluring features of homes in Payson is their unique natural desert back lot offerings. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of nature, with breathtaking views of the rugged desert terrain right outside your window. Many properties here boast spacious backyards that seamlessly blend into the surrounding landscape, providing a tranquil oasis for relaxation and recreation. Whether you’re sipping coffee on your patio, hosting a barbecue with friends, or enjoying a quiet evening under the stars, these homes offer an unparalleled connection to the stunning Arizona desert.

In addition to the natural beauty, Payson is home to a thriving community with excellent schools, local shops, and delicious dining options. With a rich history and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, it’s no wonder that so many are drawn to this enchanting town. Discover your dream home in Payson today, where the allure of the desert meets the comforts of home, and every day feels like a vacation in paradise.

Newest Payson Homes with Natural Desert Back Lot Features

$285,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7086262 MLS ⋅ 1,280 SqFt.
SINGLE-LEVEL PAYSON HOME! This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,280 square feet of comfortable single-level living. The open floor plan features a spacious living and dining area with a cozy woodstove, plus an open kitchen with plenty of room for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the outdoors from the covered side deck or open front deck, with a fenced yard providing a great space for pets, gardening, or relaxing. Additional features include a single carport and a convenient storage room. A great opportunity for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property in Payson!

607 E Drowsey Circle, Payson
$450,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7085745 MLS ⋅ 1,310 SqFt.
Come home and relax in this well-maintained single-level 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with a comfortable split floor plan. The backyard is where you'll want to spend your evenings, with a covered patio, built-in seating area and beautiful hot tub; perfect for unwinding after a long day. A newer roof and exterior paint add peace of mind, while the large storage shed and RV parking with an RV gate provide plenty of extra space and convenience. A home that's easy to enjoy and ready for its next chapter.

605 N Wilderness Trail, Payson
$975,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7084471 MLS ⋅ 2,615 SqFt.
Welcome to your own private mountain retreat in the sought-after Chaparral Pines golf course community in Payson, Arizona. Surrounded by towering Ponderosa pines and the beauty of Arizona's Rim Country, this thoughtfully designed cabin offers a spacious main living level plus a separate downstairs apartment--perfect for guests, extended family, a home office, or additional private living space. The main level features an inviting split-bedroom floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light while bringing the surrounding pine forest indoors. The generous primary suite offers a large bedroom and private bath, while two additional guest bedrooms and a guest bathroom provide comfortable accommodations for family and friends. Read more: A convenient half bath completes the main living level. Below, a separate apartment with its own private entrance beneath the deck offers exceptional flexibility. The space includes a kitchenette, living room, dedicated office area, full bathroom, closet, and an additional room that can be used as guest quarters, storage, or whatever best suits your needs. Step outside and enjoy everything the Chaparral Pines lifestyle has to offer, including golf, tennis, pickleball, swimming pools, kids' camps and activities, all within a private community surrounded by nature. Just beyond the neighborhood are miles of hiking opportunities and the peaceful beauty of Payson's tall pine forests. Whether you're looking for a full-time mountain home, a weekend escape, or a place where family and friends can gather, this cabin offers space, privacy, flexibility, and an authentic Rim Country lifestyle.

2303 E Scarlet Bugler Circle, Payson
$650,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7083378 MLS ⋅ 2,028 SqFt.
There are homes near the forest and then there are homes where the back gate opens directly into it. At 1900 W Fairway Lane, Tonto National Forest is your backyard, Payson Golf Club is directly across the street, and the best of Rim Country living begins at home. Set on a fully fenced .36-acre cul-de-sac lot with no HOA, this updated single-level residence offers approximately 2,028 square feet with four spacious bedrooms, two remodeled bathrooms and a dedicated office/bonus room. Inside, the home feels warm, open and full of character. Vaulted ceilings and wood-look flooring lead into a generous living area centered around a wood-burning fireplace with barnwood and corrugated-metal accents, built-ins and abundant storage. The remodeled kitchen combines extensive distressed cabinetry, tile countertops, a deep double farmhouse sink and Samsung Smart appliances. An adjoining dining area surrounded by windows brings in beautiful natural light, while the well-equipped laundry room adds cabinetry, a folding counter and utility sink. The flexible floor plan is designed for real life. The fourth bedroom includes its own exterior entrance--an excellent option for guests, a private workspace, studio or hobby room. The primary retreat offers exceptional storage with a walk-in closet, second closet and linen closet. Its custom bath stands apart with dual sinks and a large tiled walk-in shower featuring rain and handheld showerheads and a decorative frosted wilderness-scene window. An adjoining bonus room opens directly to the patio. Outside, the property becomes an experience of its own. Dine beneath the covered patio, unwind in the spa, enjoy the pond and water feature, or grow your own harvest in two fenced garden areas. Established apple, peach, plum and pomegranate trees are joined by grapevines, blackberries and raspberries. The permanent two-story site-built chicken house with metal roof can also provide substantial storage or hobby space. An RV gate and parking in both the front and backyard provide room for a boat or trailer. The two-car garage includes a workbench, shelving and cabinets. The roof was replaced in 2018, the exterior was painted in 2020 and the water heater was replaced in 2021. City water and public sewer complete the practical advantages. Green Valley Park, historic Main Street, local shops and restaurants are all close by. A home with this much space and flexibility is special; one with the forest through the back gate and golf across the street is something altogether different.

1900 W Fairway Lane, Payson
$289,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7080342 MLS ⋅ 1,904 SqFt.
Situated on .49 acres in the peaceful Deer Creek area just outside of Payson, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the space, privacy, and relaxed mountain lifestyle that make the Rim Country so desirable. With nearly half an acre to enjoy, the property provides plenty of room to spread out while remaining conveniently close to the shopping, dining, and amenities of Payson. Inside, the home offers a comfortable and functional layout with two bedrooms and a welcoming living space, making it well-suited as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or affordable mountain retreat. Outside, the spacious property provides plenty of possibilities for outdoor living, gardening, pets, recreational equipment, or simply enjoying the quiet surroundings and fresh mountain air. A detached garage adds valuable versatility with room for vehicles, ATVs, tools, storage, or workshop space. Combining nearly half an acre, a detached garage, and a peaceful location outside of town, this Deer Creek property offers an excellent opportunity to enjoy a quieter pace of life while keeping Payson within easy reach.

124 W Black Mountain Road, Payson
$1,250,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7080042 MLS ⋅ 2,292 SqFt.
Barely Lived-In Mountain Modern Retreat in Chaparral Pines! This stunning single-level home, built in 2024 and ideally situated on a desirable cul-de-sac homesite, offers the perfect blend of modern design and mountain living. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views from the expansive covered deck, providing an exceptional setting for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. A beautiful spa offers another inviting place to unwind and enjoy the mountain surroundings. The beautifully appointed kitchen features a gas range, quartz countertops, oversized island with pendant lighting, walk-in pantry, and beverage coolers, creating a stylish and highly functional space for everyday living and entertaining. With its contemporary finishes, thoughtful design, and minimal use since construction, this mountain modern home feels essentially brand new. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Chaparral Pines lifestyle in a nearly new turnkey home without the wait of new construction.

2806 E Coyote Mint Circle, Payson
$474,900
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7076385 MLS ⋅ 1,653 SqFt.
An amazing workshop/man cave that just happens to have a turnkey 3/2 upgraded home attached! This Rim Country property boasts a complete primary suite renovation in 2025 with tray ceilings, plantation shutters, barn door walk-in, and a 6' snail shower. Walk out onto your peaceful covered full length rear deck taking in the mountain air, or inside enjoy the open and functional floorplan with 10' ceilings, crown molding throughout, and a custom gas fireplace! The spacious kitchen is accented with a bay window for eat-in or sitting, a breakfast bar, all newer appliances & an abundance of cabinet & counter space. The RV gate opens to an extra wide RV or toy pad with retaining wall and a separate clean-out. You can drive your SxS around to the walk-in basement workshop/mancave and park under the deck. There is abundant protected storage here indoors and out! The garage has both wall and ceiling storage, a freezer pocket, utility sink, and central vac for the whole house or garage. This is Payson living at its finest in a great price point for now and for the future. Seller is a licensed agent in AZ.

305 N Mogollon Trail, Payson
$399,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7075072 MLS ⋅ 965 SqFt.
VIEWS... VIEWS... VIEWS - FULLY REMODELED. Overlooking East Verde Park, this hilltop cabin sits on 1.10 acres backed up to the National Forest. There are 5 lots included, 2 of which are buildable giving plenty of room to add your dream home and turn this cabin into a guest suite. Fully Remodeled with a front and back deck so views all around. New kitchen and appliances, new bathroom, all new flooring and paint, new A/C unit, artificial turf and Trex decking for long lasting with no maintenance. Laundry room outside with storage off of back deck. Enjoy relaxing along the East Verde River that is within walking distance from the home. This property has an internet pole on the back of lot 1 that provides internet to East Verde Park and has a contract to pay the seller monthly.

234 W Kings Drive, Payson
$815,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7073127 MLS ⋅ 1,994 SqFt.
Beautiful Single-Level Golf Community Home Beautiful 2022-built home in The Golf Club at Chaparral Pines, ideally situated on a desirable cul-de-sac lot. This 1,994 sq. ft. single-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, and no interior steps for easy living. The spacious great room features a large gas fireplace and flows seamlessly to a generous deck, creating an inviting space for entertaining or enjoying the rural setting. The well-appointed kitchen includes solid wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a premium appliance package with an under-counter wine refrigerator. The luxurious primary suite offers a spa-like shower with a rain showerhead and multiple body sprays. Additional highlights include an epoxy-finished garage floor and a Firewise-completed lot in 2026. A beautifully maintained home combining comfort, quality, and the best of Chaparral Pines living.

1708 E Velvet Mesquite Court, Payson
$1,695,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7071846 MLS ⋅ 3,106 SqFt.
Discover the opportunity to create your dream home in The Club at Chaparral Pines! This 3,106 sq ft new build offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a walk-out basement, with an anticipated completion of March 2028. Thoughtfully designed for both comfort and style, the home gives you the opportunity to personalize your living space by selecting finishes, colors, and design details that reflect your vision. (Subject to ARC approval) Experience the quality and craftsmanship of a custom-built home designed around your lifestyle. Plans are currently pending ARC approval, so now is the time to make your selections and bring your vision to life in one of Arizona's premier private golf communities. Listing Agent has an ownership interest in the property. See more... Discover the opportunity to create your dream home in The Club at Chaparral Pines! This 3,106 sq ft new build offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a walk-out basement, with an anticipated completion of March 2028. Thoughtfully designed for both comfort and style, the home gives you the opportunity to personalize your living space by selecting finishes, colors, and design details that reflect your vision. (Subject to ARC approval) Experience the quality and craftsmanship of a custom-built home designed around your lifestyle. Plans are currently pending ARC approval, so now is the time to make your selections and bring your vision to life in one of Arizona's premier private golf communities. Listing Agent has an ownership interest in the property. Seller or landlord does not yet have title and any sale will be contingent upon the seller gaining title and being able to transfer it to Buyer.

2405 E Golden Aster Circle, Payson
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7069934 MLS ⋅ 2,081 SqFt.
Beautiful Spruce Lam Beam log home with almost 2,100 sq. ft. on 1.61 acres surrounded by tall Ponderosa Pines and large windows showcasing the mountain views. The great room features a gas fireplace with custom log mantel, large windows, and access to the covered composite deck. The home has alder cabinets throughout, beautiful tongue-and-groove ceilings, and spruce accent walls. The spacious Primary Bedroom has an en-suite full bathroom with jetted tub, separate travertine-tiled shower and floors, and a large walk-in closet. The kitchen offers alder cabinets, granite countertops, a large island, RO system, space for a breakfast table, and access to the covered deck. There is also a separate formal dining area. Approximately 2+ years old are the roof, wood floors, carpet, and 50-gallon water heater. New HVAC installed February 2026. South side of home repainted May 2026. The 24' x 30' garage has two walls of floor-to-ceiling quality storage cabinets, plus room for a workbench or freezer and a sink. A 500-gallon grey water tank with electric pump provides water for shrubs and trees. Come sit on the large covered deck, enjoy the mountain views, and take in the cool Rim Country weather.

24 E Saddleback Trail, Payson
$335,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7069893 MLS ⋅ 1,480 SqFt.
Welcome to this beautifully renovated home nestled in a peaceful, tree-filled lot in Payson. Surrounded by mature trees and located in a quiet neighborhood, this property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and mountain charm. Recently added new flooring throughout and a new roof provide peace of mind. The spacious floor plan offers three comfortable bedrooms and two 3/4 bathrooms, making it ideal for families, guests, or a vacation retreat. Added space includes a large loft that could be an extra bedroom space, office, or den. Let your imagination run wild. Relax and enjoy the fresh mountain air from the inviting front porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. The oversized 24' x 24' two-car garage provides ample space for vehicles, storage, or a workshop and featur features the added convenience of a half bath.

7488 N Paloma Vista, Payson
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