Ready for the PERFECT place!? This stunning log cabin captures the true cabin feel, surrounded by towering pines, aspens, & mature fruit trees, all set on a beautifully maintained lot with a soft grassy yard perfect for gathering with family & friends. Inside, you'll find 4 spacious bedrooms & 3 stylishly remodeled bathrooms, including a relaxing primary suite with a jacuzzi tub. A cozy living room with a fireplace invites you to unwind, while the charming LOFT creates the perfect space for movie nights & quality time with family. The enclosed porch with a panoramic folding door adds seamless indoor-outdoor living, & the attached shop provides room for hobbies and projects. Two additional hidden rooms add a unique and practical touch and adventurous space for children's entertainment... Fully remodeled from top to bottom, this home features new flooring, drywall, paint, lighting, plumbing fixtures, and a thoughtfully designed kitchen with custom cabinetry, elegant granite countertops, a new stainless steel refrigerator, and a 36-inch gourmet gas range. Enjoy year-round comfort with a new furnace, updated windows and doors, and a new electrical panel. Step outside and experience true mountain living, where deer, elk, and even wild horses are often seen right in your own yard, creating a peaceful and unforgettable connection with nature. Enjoy your private retreat complete with a treehouse, multiple storage sheds for ATVs and toys, and direct access to nearby lakes and endless trails. Seller getting plans permit for a shop / garage with potential for livable space / CASITA and balcony on top!! With year-round access and roads frequently maintained by a nearby fire station, this is the ideal getaway just about two hours from the Valley. A rare opportunity to own a true mountain escape with comfort, charm, and adventure right outside your door. Surrounded by five nearby lakes, this area is a haven for fishing, kayaking, and a variety of outdoor water activities. Whether you're casting a line at sunrise or enjoying a relaxing day on the water, it's the perfect complement to mountain living. Escape the heat and step into your dream mountain retreat in the tall pines of Forest Lakes. This dream place won't last long, go see it today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
1.08 acresLot Size
$394Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Damian Godoy• My Home Group Real Estate
Bought with Non-Represented Buyer Buyer• Non-MLS Office
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Market trends in Forest Lakes, AZ
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-list price
96.6%
+1.6% MoM
Median sale price
$522K
$48K MoM
Avg. days on market
62d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
10
2 MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $2,357 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1289 Merzville Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jul 16, 2026
Sold
$935,000
$390/sq ft
ARMLS #7023022
Jun 27, 2026
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 2026
Price Changed
$1,189,900
$496/sq ft
May 4, 2026
Listed
$1,199,900
$500/sq ft
ARMLS #7019155
Jul 17, 2026
Sold
$945,000
$394/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Pending
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May 28, 2026
Price Changed
$929,900
$387/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Price Changed
$934,900
$390/sq ft
May 14, 2026
Price Changed
$939,900
$392/sq ft
May 8, 2026
Price Changed
$944,900
$394/sq ft
May 2, 2026
Listed
$949,900
$396/sq ft
CAAR #82812
Aug 14, 2020
Sold
$395,000
$165/sq ft
Jul 14, 2020
Listed
$395,000
$165/sq ft
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Very Special Real Log Cabin For Sale! Can you imagine having a cabin getaway in the tall pines, with the best summer weather in the world, only a two-hour scenic drive from the worst summer weather in the world? Now a rare opportunity exists to own one a real log cabin in Arizona's premier cabin community, Forest Lakes. This special cabin has wood touches in all the right places to make it very ''Cabiny''. The cabin boasts a very large open kitchen that can accommodate your whole crew! There is room for a large family gathering table next to the bay window letting the sun in to greet you in the morning. You not only have an electric range but an antique collectible wood burning stove that can be used to cook, heat, or keep your buffet warm while serving it. A good-sized family room with a a highly efficient wood stove to keep you cozy warm while you watch the snowfall. Your crew will be very comfortable in this 3 large bedroom, 2 bath rustic cabin in the woods. The main floor bedroom is separate from the living area, with large windows to let the outside in! Upstairs has 2 large bedrooms with lots of closet/storage space, a nice sized bathroom, and a large kids game room/craft room. The game room would also make a great art studio as it has such nice natural light from the wrap-around windows. Unwind in your beautiful backyard to the fresh aroma of the world's largest Ponderosa Pine Forest. Plenty of room for the games on the grass or just sit and relax. Deer, Elk & other wildlife will be your back door neighbors here. This is a nice level lot with easy year-round access. The lush green ferns, aspens, flowers, and tall pines are your views out your front windows. The low maintenance metal roof was just repainted in 2020. The cabin is built with D-logs for a great look from the outside and inside. The D-log is flat on the inside making it easier to decorate and has a great real log look inside. The exterior of the cabin logs were all freshly treated in 2020. The circular drive meanders past the front door of the cabin with extra parking on each side. Even with the large grass yard, this cabin has plenty of room for your toys, equipment, firewood, etc behind a fence and gate to be out of view. Need parking for an RV - this cabin can accommodate those as well! Don't miss the opportunity to see this amazing one of a kind property. Forest Lakes sits at the top of Arizona's famous Mogollon Rim at 7,700 feet elevation. It's a scenic two-hour drive from most of the Phoenix Metro area. Forest Lakes is an island in the middle of the Sitgreaves National Forest. The area is home to the world's largest stand of towering Ponderosa Pine trees. The forest is teeming with wildlife. Deer, elk, wild turkey, black bear, are among the frequent visitors to Forest Lakes. The are several lakes and streams full of fish nearby. Nearly endless opportunities for anglers. The forest surrounding the community has hundreds of miles of trails and forest roads for off-road enthusiasts to explore. Come up and see this rare property. It would be a great start to your family photo album!
ARMLS #6099222
Aug 14, 2020
Sold
$395,000
$165/sq ft
Jul 18, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 4, 2020
Listed
$395,000
$165/sq ft
ARMLS #4581800
Oct 26, 2011
Listing Removed
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Apr 26, 2011
Listed
$235,000
$98/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,103 (+5.2%)
2024
$2,948 (+19.4%)
2023
$2,468 (+5.4%)
2022
$2,342 (+2.4%)
2021
$2,287 (+6.3%)
2020
$2,151 (+2.2%)
2019
$2,103 (+3.6%)
2018
$2,031 (+0.2%)
2017
$2,026 (+3.8%)
2016
$1,951 (−4.3%)
2014
$2,038
$10,249 + $12,915
$23,164
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.08 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
2,008
Year built
1986
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Coconino County
APN
40345001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
CG-10,000
Commercial General Zone
This zone is intended for the location of general retail and Wholesale commercial activities.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Day care facility
General retail
Restaurant
Tavern / bar / nightclub / micro-Brewery
Housing-Senior
Self-Storage / mini-Storage
Hotel / motel
Mixed use development
Office
Sep 10, 2020 • Final
Building
Electrical
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Granite Counters, Double Vanity, Master Downstairs, Upstairs, Eat-in Kitchen, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Full Bth Master Bdrm, Tub with Jets
Window Features: Dual Pane
Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Family Room, Living Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Tile, Wood
LaundryFeatures: Inside
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Log Siding, Wood Frame, Painted, Stone
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Horses Allowed
Horse Amenities: Other
Exterior Features: Storage
Fencing: Other
Roof: Metal
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
View: Mountain(s)
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 47,169
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Grass Front, Grass Back, Auto Timer H2O Front, Auto Timer H2O Back
County Maintained Road
Building Information
Building Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,103
Tax Year: 2025
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: No Fees
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
High School District: Other
Elementary School: Other
Elementary School District: Other
Location Information
Directions: Take Highway 260 East out of Payson approximately 37 miles to Forest Lakes, take Merzville Rd North to property on the right.
Utility Information
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Septic Tank
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,008
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.08 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Coconino County
APN: 40345001
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: Pvt Water Company
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Schools
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 69-77% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
22% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 85° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Forest Lakes, AZ • 85931
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Forest Lakes. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$853,000 – $1.03M
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