
Mixed-Use Land for Sale in Payson, Arizona
Gila County, Payson, AZ 85541
Prime Highway 87 Commercial Corridor Opportunity | 6.09 Acres Bounded by National Forest Positioned directly on high-traffic Highway 87 (Beeline Highway)--the primary arterial connecting the Phoenix Metro area to Payson, Roosevelt Lake, and Arizona's Rim Country--this 6.09-acre parcel offers a rare combination of commercial exposure, development flexibility, and natural beauty. Currently zoned commercial, the property captures a massive, captive audience along a corridor that sees 3.6M to 5.1M+ vehicles annually (10,000-14,000+ daily, with weekend spikes over 18,000/day) according to ADOT counts. An operator would be missing a huge opportunity by not capturing this site for a gas station, EV charging hub, convenience store, or travel stop, though buyers can also explore working with Gila County for residential use or a mixed-use live/work setup. Key Property Highlights & Value Drivers: High-Visibility Highway 87 Frontage: Direct exposure along one of Northern Arizona's most heavily traveled scenic corridors, capturing steady year-round vacationer, commuter, and recreational traffic. Direct Tonto National Forest Border: The entire rear boundary connects directly to public forest land, offering striking mountain views, total privacy, and guaranteed protection from rear neighbors. Versatile Commercial Zoning: Outstanding footprint for a high-yield C-store/fuel station, EV charging station, RV & boat self-storage facility, outdoor outfitter staging hub, or a mountain retreat--with potential avenues for county residential approval. Development-Ready Advantage: Power is located right at the north boundary line, access is secured via a granted 50-foot Forest Service easement (Barnhart Trail Rd), and straightforward high-producing well feasibility (~$25k+-) removes the guesswork for future buyers.
Location
- County
- Gila County
- Zip code
- 85541
- School district
- Gila County Regional School District
- Elevation
- 3,042 feet
Directions
From Payson, AZ go South on Hwy 87 approximately 12 miles to the Barnhardt Trail Rd. On Barnhardt Trail Rd go approx 0.20 mi to sign. Take a map with you to walk the property.
Property details
- Acreage
- 6.09 acres
- Zoning
- Commercial-Rura
- MLS #
- ARMLS 7071099
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $1,648
Parcels
- 304-30-003-H
Legal description
SECTION: 29 TOWNSHIP: 09N RANGE: 10E PARCEL A OF ROS 5516;
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Address
- Parcel A ROS 5516 003H
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Biyaagozhoo Center | Elementary | Gila County Regional School District |
| Biyaagozhoo Center | Middle | Gila County Regional School District |
| Biyaagozhoo Center | High | Gila County Regional School District |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2026 | New listing | $750,000 | — | ARMLS |



























