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Key Details
Property Type Vacant Land
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
MLS Listing ID 7034741
HOA Y/N No
Annual Tax Amount $56
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 18441.001 Acres
Acres 18441.0
Lot Dimensions 18,441.06 acres
Source Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service (ARMLS)
Property Description
18,441± Acres | 3,099.66± Deeded | Working Cattle Operation | Water Infrastructure | Hunting Unit 4B | Borders National Forest
Located in the high country of Heber, Arizona--within Navajo County and just north of the Mogollon Rim--Despain Ranch is a financeable, large-scale working cattle operation encompassing approximately 18,441± total acres (3,099.66± deeded) supported by extensive State, BLM, and private grazing lands. Designed for efficiency and long-term sustainability, the ranch supports 324± cow/calf units and features established water infrastructure including 2 wells, storage systems, 11 dirt stock tanks, and natural drainage, along with corrals and historic working facilities. Situated at approximately 6,500 feet elevation, the ranch benefits four mild seasons, moderate winters, and reduced supplemental feeding requirements, making it a cost-conscious and highly functional operation. Positioned within a wind energy corridor and bordering the Sitgreaves National Forest, this property offers both operational strength.
Beyond its operational strength, Despain Ranch is set within one of Northern Arizona's most scenic and recreation-rich regions. Expansive views stretch across Chevelon Canyon, rolling arroyos, and the dramatic landscapes of the Mogollon Rim, creating a true high-country experience. The ranch offers direct access to thousands of additional acres surrounding the Sitgreaves National Forest, ideal for horseback riding, hunting, and exploring. Wildlife is abundant, including Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope, mule and whitetail deer, black bear, wild turkey, and mountain lion within Arizona's premier Hunting Unit 4B. For outdoor enthusiasts, Chevelon Canyon Lake--just 10± miles away--provides secluded, walk-in access to exceptional trout fishing, while nearby Fool Hollow Lake offers additional year-round recreation. Despite its privacy, the ranch remains conveniently located approximately 1± hour from Petrified Forest National Park and about 3± hours from both the Grand Canyon and Phoenix, providing access to world-class destinations, dining, and international travel.
Location
State AZ
County Navajo
Area Navajo
Zoning General A
Direction 377 and Duck Lake Rd, Heber, AZ From Phoenix to the intersection of Duck Lake Rd & Arizona State Route 377 near Heber-Overgaard, the easiest route is: Take I-17 North out of Phoenix toward Flagstaff Exit onto AZ-87 North toward Payson Continue through Payson to AZ-260 East Stay on AZ-260 through Heber Turn left/north onto AZ-377 (also called Dry Lake Road) Continue to Duck Lake Rd turn Left
Interior
Flooring Flooring
Exterior
Fence Wood, Wire
View Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
Topography Gentle Sloping, Level
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description See Remarks, East/West Exposure, North/South Exp, Borders Pres/Pub Lnd
Sewer None
Water See Remarks, Domestic Well
New Construction No
Schools
High Schools Mogollon High School
School District Heber-Overgaard Unified District
Others
Senior Community No
Tax ID 201-10-004
Acceptable Financing Cash, Other (See Rmks), 1031 Exchange, Conventional
Horse Property Y
Disclosures Other (See Rmks), Seller Prop Disc Stm, Water Well Report
Listing Terms Cash, Other (See Rmks), 1031 Exchange, Conventional
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