$10,000 PRICE DROP on this unique historic log cabin under the Rim. Great opportunity to own a true log cabin in the forest. This home would make a great short term rental. Your chance to own a unique piece of history. Original log cabin built by the Mead family in the mid 1950s. The frame construction entry foyer, bedroom and bathroom were added on in 1989.Gorgeous native stone fireplace in the living room. One bedroom with a sleeping loft for guests. .There are 2 single beds in the loft. Walk in tile shower in the updated bathroom. Large pantry with washer and dryer. Metal roof and dual pane windows. Covered front porch to sit and enjoy the Rim views. Easy access to Tonto National forest with miles of hiking and ATV trails . Tonto Creek is just 3 miles east of the cabin. Woods Canyon and Willow Springs Lakes are 35 minutes east
Single-familyProperty Type
1989Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$259Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by The Cabin Hunter Ater• REALTY EXECUTIVES ARIZONA TERR
Approximately 1/4 acre level lot in Mead ranch. Horses and manufactured homes allowed. Water meter available but not currently hooked up. Views of the Rim. Hike, hunt and ride horses or ATVS in the Tonto National forest which is just a stones through away, Tony Creek is 3 miles from the property
CAAR #73519
Jul 14, 2016
Sold
$160,000
$125/sq ft
Apr 5, 2016
Listed
$185,000
$145/sq ft
+22
This Very Cute Cabin is in the heart of Tonto National Forest, just a short drive from Payson. It is in a prime location for hunting and fishing, surrounded by ATV and hiking trails and less than two miles from the Verde & Tonto Creeks! This Cabin is ready for you full or part time. You’ll Love this 1 bedroom and SLEEPING LOFT with Bonus AZ room, Great room. This is one of the original Mead Ranch cabins built on property owned by famed author Zane Grey. The original log cabin features your wood fireplace insert, propane heater, sleeping loft, living room, kitchen, and dining area. The cabin has a couple of additions including your beautiful bedroom, vaulted ceiling great room that opens to your covered front porch, enclosed Arizona room, completely remodeled bath with shower and utility room that includes a stack washer & dryer. APS provides electricity and a private water company manages the Mead Ranch community well. Located on just under 1/2 acre corner lot on level land, enjoy all of the wildlife and forest feel that you are looking for. Your home also features a metal roof, Hughes.net satellite internet + cell phone signal booster, 300 gallon water tank for garden watering, security doors, refrigerator, new covered gutters with snow-stops, apple, plum, roses bushes, and more. Some furniture available outside of escrow. Don't miss this ready to move in cabin!
CAAR #64821
Dec 26, 2012
Sold
$145,000
$114/sq ft
Apr 11, 2012
Listed
$149,000
$117/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,842 (+1.6%)
$3,364 + $20,083
$23,447
2024
$1,812 (−6.5%)
$3,039 + $18,353
$21,392
2023
$1,939
$2,038 + $12,007
$14,045
Public record
Beds
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Stories
1
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Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
956
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
956
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gila County
APN
30222036B
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
42% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 92° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Payson, AZ • 85541
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Exceptional sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 226 S Park Road Rd
$320,688
$9,212 under list price of $330K
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