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  • Tax assessed value
    $2,900,239

    490 N Zane Grey Dr, Payson, AZ 85541

    5beds
    6,222sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1997
    3.94 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $466/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

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    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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    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
    • Year built: 1997

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Payson

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $466/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $2,900,239
    • Annual tax amount: $14,809

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    8/27/2026Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    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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    Neighborhood: 85541

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