Discover the charm of Christopher Creek with this inviting home. This cozy 2-bedroom, 1 ¾-bathroom has a thoughtful split floor plan. The living room is warmed by a Blaze King wood stove & propane. The kitchen is practical & bright, w/ a bay window in the dining, oak floors & a washer and dryer. The large upstairs bedroom/office area is perfect for working from home. On a spacious 0.26-acre lot that backs to the USFS. Large deck with views at the front. 2 car carport, fenced backyard, AZ room. Nearby access to Christopher Creek, Rim lakes, hiking trails, the general store, and two restaurants. The perfect escape.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$305Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Brenda Palmer• Realty Executives Arizona Territory
Discover the charm of Christopher Creek with this inviting home. This cozy 2-bedroom, 1 ¾-bathroom has a thoughtful split floor plan. The living room is warmed by a Blaze King woodstove & propane. The kitchen is practical & bright, w/ a bay window in the dining, oak floors & a washer and dryer. The large upstairs bedroom/office area is perfect for working from home. On a spacious 0.26-acre lot that backs to the USFS. Large deck with views at the front. 2 car carport, fenced backyard, AZ room. Nearby access to Christopher Creek, Rim lakes, hiking trails, the general store, and two restaurants. The perfect escape.
CAAR #1
Oct 15, 2024
Price Changed
$445,000
$303/sq ft
Sep 18, 2024
Price Changed
$452,000
$307/sq ft
Sep 12, 2024
Price Changed
$499,000
$339/sq ft
Aug 15, 2024
Price Changed
$510,000
$347/sq ft
Jul 22, 2024
Price Changed
$518,000
$352/sq ft
Jun 17, 2024
Price Changed
$520,000
$354/sq ft
ARMLS #6700495
Oct 31, 2024
Listing Removed
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Oct 15, 2024
Price Changed
$445,000
$303/sq ft
Sep 18, 2024
Price Changed
$452,000
$307/sq ft
Sep 12, 2024
Price Changed
$499,000
$339/sq ft
Aug 15, 2024
Price Changed
$510,000
$347/sq ft
Jul 22, 2024
Price Changed
$518,000
$352/sq ft
Jun 17, 2024
Price Changed
$520,000
$354/sq ft
Apr 30, 2024
Listed
$525,000
$357/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,941 (+14.4%)
$8,133 + $36,805
$44,938
2024
$2,570 (+7.8%)
$8,124 + $25,118
$33,242
2023
$2,385 (−2.3%)
$8,394 + $10,962
$19,356
2022
$2,440 (−0.8%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2021
$2,460 (+0.2%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2020
$2,456 (+4.6%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2019
$2,347 (+1.6%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2018
$2,311 (+5.0%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2017
$2,201 (−2.5%)
$8,394 + $10,011
$18,405
2016
$2,257 (+2.7%)
$4,107 + $15,212
$19,319
2014
$2,197
$3,609 + $13,779
$17,388
Tax history for 257 W Columbine Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,941 (+14.4%)
$8,133 + $36,805
$44,938
2024
$2,570 (+7.8%)
$8,124 + $25,118
$33,242
2023
$2,385 (−2.3%)
$8,394 + $10,962
$19,356
2022
$2,440 (−0.8%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2021
$2,460 (+0.2%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2020
$2,456 (+4.6%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2019
$2,347 (+1.6%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2018
$2,311 (+5.0%)
$8,394 + $11,409
$19,803
2017
$2,201 (−2.5%)
$8,394 + $10,011
$18,405
2016
$2,257 (+2.7%)
$4,107 + $15,212
$19,319
2014
$2,197
$3,609 + $13,779
$17,388
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,484
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gila County
APN
30309013U
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Garage Information
Carport Spaces: 2
Interior
Kitchen Information
Pantry: Yes
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Total Decimal): 2
Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Possible): 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window/Wall Unit
Has Cooling
Heating: Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Upstairs, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
Fireplace Features: 1 Fireplace
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Exterior
Exterior Features
Construction Materials: Wood Frame
Horses Allowed
Fencing: Chain Link
Roof: Composition
Property Information
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 11,451
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Natural Desert Back, Natural Desert Front
Building Information
Building Area Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,570
Tax Year: 2024
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Includes: No Fees
School Information
Middle Or Junior School: Out of Maricopa Cnty
High School: Out of Maricopa Cnty
High School District: Payson Unified District
Elementary School: Out of Maricopa Cnty
Elementary School District: Payson Unified District
Location Information
Directions: Fr Payson fo East on Hwy 260 to Christopher Creek 19 miles aprox. Turn Left follow to Columbine, turn right, follow to house on left. Sign on Property
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic in & Cnctd
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,484
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Gila County
APN: 30309013U
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Water Source: Pvt Water Company
Around this home
Schools
Payson Elementary School
Public K-2 • Assigned • 17.8mi
Rim Country Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 19.0mi
5/10
Payson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 19.2mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
8/10 Fire Factor
41% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 87° expected this year, 21 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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Payson, AZ • 85541
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Estimated sale price
$427,000 – $517,000
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