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  • $2,200,000

    490 N Zane Grey Dr, Payson, AZ 85541

    5beds
    6,222sqft
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1997
    3.94 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $354/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Open floor planPeaceful pinesGorgeous mountain viewsPonderosa pine treesBuilt in bbqLarge breakfast barNearby dining room
    ONE-OF-A-KIND!! THE VIEWS, THE LOCATION, THE SPECTACULAR LODGE-STYLE HOME AND PROPERTY - located where Zane Grey, famed Western novelist, called home in Rim Country! There is an opportunity to buy this 5392 +/- sqft, 6 Bedroom/5 Bath log home, including 800 +/- sqft Guest House, ''Turn-Key'' furnished with decor, including extensive Zane Grey memorabilia, book collections and original photos that were all previously in the Zane Grey Museum. The sprawling estate is located on just under 4 acres just beneath the Mogollon Rim, yet only 15 minutes from Payson. As you ascend to the property the Ponderosa Pine trees thicken and the beauty of nature overtakes you! The gated entry into the exclusive Zane Grey Ranch provides for the dramatic backdrop of the Mogollon Rim as you enter the property. The home has an impressive weather copper-look door which opens to an open floor plan with a grand Great Room with a metal floor to ceiling fireplace, massive log and tongue & groove ceiling and walls of windows that brings inside the picturesque views and outdoors. The kitchen is the perfect spot for everyone to gather with an island, large breakfast bar, custom cabinetry, granite counters and stainless steel appliances and nearby dining room. Outdoor living on the spacious deck is tranquil and serene with gorgeous mountain views, peaceful pines and the privacy of the national forest. The large covered and uncovered deck has a built in BBQ, outside speaker system and many intimate spots to sit outside and enjoy nature. The main level has 3 bedrooms, with the master suite split from the two guest suites. The large Master Suite has doors to the deck, large closet and en suite bath with dual vanities, sunken tub with separate tiled shower. The two guest suites each have an en suite bath. Downstairs could be "In Law Quarters" as there is a Guest Master Suite, large living are with kitchenette (or wet bar) and bunk room. The downstairs has access to a spacious third car garage which could fit two cars tandem and has a nice workshop area. The Guest House offers independent living for friends or family with its own living area, full kitchen and bedroom/bath. Previously the caretakers cabin for the Zane Grey Lodge, you can see the nearby ticket booth (now storage shed) where guest would purchase their tickets and get guides as they visited the Zane Grey Lodge. There is so much history at this fabulous location. The chance to own a one-of-a-kind property like this, is rare, don't miss the opportunity!
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    Property Owner (970) 946-3292

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      Heating
      • Other, Wall, Propane / Butane
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Flooring: Carpet, Slate
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 6,222 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Garage - Attached
      Features
      • Exterior features: Other, Wood, Metal
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain
      Lot
      • Size: 3.94 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 30331004

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • log
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1997

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Payson

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $354/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $2,900,239
      • Annual tax amount: $14,809
      • Date on market: 5/29/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        $4,805/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/29/2026Listed for sale$2,200,000+61.2%$354/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        1/31/2019Sold$1,365,000-9%$219/sqft
        Source: ARMLS #5811226 Report a problem
        1/7/2019Pending sale$1,500,000$241/sqft
        Source: Keller Williams Arizona Realty #5811226 Report a problem
        8/16/2018Listed for sale$1,500,000+25%$241/sqft
        Source: KELLER WILLIAMS ARIZONA REALTY-At The Rim Team #78871 Report a problem
        4/7/2008Sold$1,200,000+11.1%$193/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        1/10/2008Sold$1,080,000$174/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$14,809 +4%$290,024 +136.9%
        2025$14,233 +4.5%$122,446 -4.4%
        2024$13,622 -0.4%$128,078
        2023$13,682 -0.4%--
        2022$13,735 +1.1%--
        2021$13,592 +9%--
        2019$12,474 -0.5%--
        2018$12,537 +2.5%--
        2017$12,228 --
        2016$12,228 +7.9%--
        2015$11,332 --
        2014-- --
        2013-- $84,285 -7.2%
        2012-- $90,813 -15.4%
        2011-- $107,323
        2010-- $107,323
        2008$8,822 --
        2007-- --
        2006$8,848 --
        2005-- --
        2004-- --
        2003-- --
        2002-- --

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