Saint Johns, AZ 85936(Apache County)

This scenic 37.50 acre off grid property combines picturesque topography with long range views in all directions. Evergreen junipers spread out across the entire property broken up only by pockets of open grassy meadowland. A rainfed arroyo meanders across the southern portion of the property, channeling the summer afternoon rains that arrive each July in this part of northern Arizona. For a brief period after a rainfall, water flows through the arroyo attracting herds of antelope and elk that frequently graze on the areas rich native grasses. The land is situated at a very mild 6,100 elevation and enjoys comfortable weather throughout the seasons. Only 18 inches of snow falls in an average year supplemented by another 11 inches of rainfall. Winter highs average in the 50s, while summer highs average in the mid to upper 80s. This property is in a very secluded location rarely traveled by others and is best suited for those wanting the freedom to use their land for building. Camping, RVing, gardening and for the raising of livestock. The residential, recreational and agricultural zoning allows livestock, camping and RV use at the owners discretion. The surface of this property is blanketed with a soft sandy loam soil which is capable of producing abundant harvests of a wide variety of fruits and vegetables including tomatoes, carrots, lettuce squash, beans, peppers apples, cherries peaches and apricots. Water is available by drilling a well into the massive Coconino aquifer positioned below the land or by hauling it from a free access well available to the owner of this property. The views in all directions are scenic and calming. The lands privacy is enhanced by its alignment with 640 acres of uninhabited federal BLM woodlands. Bladed ranch road access is provided to the land and the road is on a maintenance schedule. The property is within a short drive of Lyman Lake State Park and the Apache County seat of St. Johns, Arizona. St. Johns is a charming pioneer town founded in the 1870s and serves today as the County seat of Apache County. Youll find everything you need for your rural homestead there including grocery stores, hardware stores, automotive stores, banks, restaurants, schools and churches. The 1,200 acre Lyman Lake is located 10 minutes south of St. Johns and features outstanding fishing, boating and hiking trails. Ask to see 856. $45,000, $18,300 down, $326 monthly payment with owner financing. Call First United Realty at 602.264.0000 for additional financing details and for more background on this property.