$525,000
Payson, AZ 85541
MLS# 7086398
3 beds | 2 baths
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Property Description
A river runs through it! Whether you are looking for a tranquil family getaway or a permanent mountain residence, this lovingly maintained, owner-built 1,446 sq ft cabin in desirable Whispering Pines offers unmatched natural beauty. The main living space features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, plus a flexible room currently used as a 3rd bedroom. Enjoy an open floor plan with hardwood floors, a dramatic 12-foot cantilevered ceiling, and a bright kitchen island perfect for entertaining, complete with a separate laundry room and foyer/mudroom. Step outside onto your redwood deck to listen to the East Verde River and take in views of the Tonto National Forest. Sitting on 0.64 acres at the end of a quiet road with virtually no traffic, the property boasts approximately 100 feet of riverfront wit
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Contract Information
List Price: $525,000
Status: Active
Current Price: $525,000
List Date: 2026-09-28
Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Ownership: Fee Simple
Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No
Location Tax Legal
House Number: 2561
Compass: N
Street Name: JUNIPER
St Suffix: Drive
St Dir Sfx: N
City/Town Code: Payson
State/Province: AZ
Zip Code: 85541
Zip4: 7371
Country: US
County Code: Gila
Assessor Number: 302-16-038
Subdivision: WHISPERING PINES PLAT 2
Tax Year: 2025
General Property Description
Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence
Dwelling Styles: Detached
Exterior Stories: 2
# of Interior Levels: 2
# Bedrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bathrooms: 2
Approx SQFT: 1446
Price/SqFt: 363.07
Horses: N
Builder Name: unknown
Year Built: 1977
Lead Based Hazard Disclosure: Yes
Approx Lot SqFt: 27431
Approx Lot Acres: 0.63
Flood Zone: No
Community Pool Y/N: No
Private Pool Y/N: No
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 1
Planned Comm Name: Whispering Pines
Elementary School District: Payson Unified District
High School District: Payson Unified District
Elementary School: Payson Elementary School
Jr. High School: Julia Randall Elementary School
High School: Payson High School
Remarks Misc
Cross Street: Houston Mesa Road /Juniper Drive
Directions: Houston Mesa Rd north from Highway 87 to Whispering Pines. Take a right on Juniper Dr and follow to the end of Juniper Dr. Sign on Property.
Geo Lat: 34.36588
Geo Lon: -111.280838
Legal Info
Township: 11
Range: 10E
Section: 24
Lot Number: 37
Basement
Basement Y/N: N
Parking Spaces
Carport Spaces: 2
Total Covered Spaces: 2
Residential Propane Tank
Residential Propane Tank: Owned
Showing Notification Methods
Showing Service: Aligned Showings
Property Features
Special Listing Cond: N/A
Add'l Property Use: Res/Business Use Ok
Architecture: Cabin
View: River; Trees/Woods; Mountain(s)
Master Bathroom: None
Master Bedroom: Not Split
Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Downstairs
Flooring: Carpet; Laminate; Linoleum; Wood
Window Features: Screens; Dual Pane
Spa: None
Dining Area: Dining in FR
Kitchen Features: Electric Range; Refrigerator; Kitchen Island
Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included
Foundation Details: Block; Brick/Mortar; Pillar/Post/Pier
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Exterior Features: Covered Deck; Open Deck
Parking Features: Detached Carport; Gated
Road Access Type: Private Road
Road Surface Type: Dirt; Gravel
Road Responsibility: County Maintained Road
Construction: Wood Frame; Brick
Const - Finish: Redwood Siding; Wood Siding
Roofing: Composition
Cooling: Other; See Remarks
Heating: Ceiling; Forced Air; Propane; Wall/Floor Heat; See Remarks
Utilities: APS; Phone Available; Phone Connected; Propane
Water Source: City Water; Private Well
Irrigation: None
Sewer: Septic Tank; Septic-In & Connected
Services: City Services; County Services
Fencing: Front Yard; Chain Link; Partial
Property Description: Borders Preserve/Public Land; Waterfront Lot; East/West Exposure; Street(s) Not Paved; Rural
Landscaping: Gravel/Stone Front; Grass Front; Grass Back
Lockbox Type: Supra; Combo
Possession: Close of Escrow
Unit Style: Two Levels
Association Fee Incl: No Fees; Other (See Remarks)
Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear
New Financing: Cash; VA; FHA; Conventional; Farm Home/ USDA
Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req; Well Disclosure
Supplements
a sandy beach (plus ~15 feet of land across the river). Because it borders the National Forest in a designated riparian area, no homes will ever be built behind you. Additional highlights include a cozy fireplace with insert, central heat, two portable AC units, covered parking with room for toys, and a working well with a 1,300-gallon holding tank for outdoor watering.No HOA Professional pictures coming soon!
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Remarks |
| Bonus Room | First | being used as a bedroom |
Listing Office: HomeSmart Pros
Last Updated: September - 29 - 2026
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