320± Acres of Premier Highway 87 Frontage
Arizona's Next Landmark Development Opportunity
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Exceptional 320± Acre Highway 87 Development & Investment Opportunity | Payson, Arizona
Positioned along one of Arizona's most traveled mountain corridors, this extraordinary 320± contiguous-acre offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large-scale land asset with exceptional visibility, flexible zoning, and outstanding long-term investment potential. Located in the highly desirable Slate Creek / Mount Ord corridor just south of Payson, the property enjoys extensive frontage along State Highway 87, the primary route connecting the Phoenix metropolitan area to Arizona's Rim Country.
The property encompasses a unique combination of C2 (General Commercial), C1 (Neighborhood Commercial), and GR (General Rural) zoning, creating an unusually versatile entitlement profile capable of accommodating a broad range of commercial, recreational, residential, agricultural, and mixed-use development concepts. Whether envisioned as a destination resort, RV or cabin community, mixed-use commercial center, outdoor recreation venue, equestrian or ranch property, conservation project, or a long-term land investment, the property provides exceptional flexibility for a variety of investment strategies.
The landscape showcases the natural beauty that has made Rim Country one of Arizona's most sought-after outdoor destinations. Rolling terrain, mature vegetation, dramatic rock formations, seasonal drainage corridors, and panoramic mountain and canyon views create an unforgettable setting that lends itself to thoughtfully designed development while preserving the character of the surrounding environment.
As demand continues to grow for recreational destinations, second-home communities, and commercial services serving both residents and visitors, opportunities of this scale have become increasingly rare. Large contiguous ownership, prominent highway exposure, multiple zoning classifications, and proximity to both Payson and the greater Phoenix metropolitan area position this property as one of Northern Arizona's most compelling land investment opportunities.
Whether your objective is immediate development, phased absorption, recreational ownership, conservation, or strategic land banking, this property offers the size, location, visibility, and flexibility to support a wide range of visionary projects.
Property Highlights
- Approximately 320± contiguous acres
- Extensive frontage and visibility along State Highway 87
- Existing C2, C1, and GR zoning
- Outstanding development flexibility
- Minutes south of Payson, Arizona
- Approximately 75 miles from the Phoenix metropolitan area
- Exceptional mountain, canyon, and Rim Country views
- Rare large-scale investment opportunity in one of Arizona's fastest-growing recreational corridors
Buyer to independently verify acreage, zoning, permitted uses, access, utilities, water availability, development potential, and all other material facts during the due diligence period.
Investment highlights
Exceptional opportunity to acquire approximately 320 contiguous acres with extensive Highway 87 frontage in Arizona's renowned Rim Country. Combining multiple zoning classifications, outstanding visibility, remarkable natural beauty, and significant development flexibility, this property offers one of the region's premier opportunities for developers, investors, and land bankers seeking a large-scale asset with diverse future potential.
320± Contiguous Acres – One of the largest privately available land offerings in Arizona's Rim Country.
Prime Highway 87 Frontage – Exceptional visibility and accessibility along one of Arizona's primary north-south transportation corridors connecting Phoenix and Payson.
Multiple Zoning Designations – Existing C2, C1, and GR zoning provides exceptional flexibility for commercial, mixed-use, recreational, agricultural, and residential concepts.
Significant Development Potential – Ideal for hospitality, RV resort, cabin community, mixed-use development, destination retail, outdoor recreation, ranching, conservation, or phased master planning.
Strong Regional Growth Corridor – Positioned in the rapidly expanding Slate Creek / Mount Ord corridor, benefiting from increasing tourism and northern Arizona migration trends.
High Visibility Commercial Opportunity – Extensive highway exposure creates outstanding opportunities for retail, lodging, food & beverage, fuel, and other highway-oriented commercial uses.
Natural Arizona Landscape – Dramatic topography featuring mountain views, canyon vistas, mature vegetation, and natural drainage corridors that enhance project character and value.
Investment Flexibility – Suitable for immediate development, phased entitlement strategy, recreational ownership, or long-term land banking.
Large-Scale Ownership Opportunity – Rare chance to acquire approximately 320 contiguous acres under single ownership, simplifying planning and future development.
Outdoor Recreation Destination – Excellent potential for hiking, camping, horseback riding, off-road recreation, glamping, hunting, nature preserve, or eco-tourism concepts (subject to approvals).
Excellent Regional Accessibility – Approximately 75 miles from the Phoenix metropolitan area and minutes from Payson, providing easy access to millions of annual visitors.
Multiple Exit Strategies – Develop, subdivide, hold for appreciation, conservation, or capitalize on future commercial demand as Rim Country continues to grow.
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