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PAYSON, AZ 85541

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Gila County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The PAYSON, AZ real estate market (85541) currently shows 248 active listings, with 55 pending sales. Homes are averaging 58 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.3% year-over-year, from $524,950 to $568,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 22,951  ·  Density: 11.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,734

Typical home value: $290,975  ·  Homeownership: 79.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
248
⇩ 14.5% vs 290 last year
Pending
55
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$568,500
⇧ 8.3% vs $524,950 last year
Average Price
$723,452
⇧ 4.7% vs $690,851 last year
Days on Market
58
⇧ 3.6% vs 56 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$317
⇩ 0.6% vs $319/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,946 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 248 this year vs 290 last year
  • Days on market: 58 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $568,500 (+8.3% YoY)
  • Average: $723,452 (+4.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 50.4 miles — 1,201 listings ($1,387,373,993 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
85541Payson, AZ 855410.0 mi230$171,870,490$589,475$747,263
85554Young, AZ 8555426.0 mi8$6,803,200$799,000$850,400
85553Tonto Basin, AZ 8555329.8 mi11$4,862,880$414,150$442,080
86322Camp Verde, AZ 8632231.7 mi52$41,890,992$610,000$805,596
86335Rimrock, AZ 8633535.5 mi33$16,633,287$468,475$504,039
85264Fort Mcdowell, AZ 8526437.0 mi4$22,812,668$2,950,000$5,703,167
85324Black Canyon City, AZ 8532442.3 mi16$9,904,176$425,500$619,011
86333Mayer, AZ 8633342.8 mi46$21,100,154$349,350$458,699
85266Scottsdale, AZ 8526646.0 mi222$488,492,574$1,643,500$2,200,417
86325Cornville, AZ 8632547.5 mi45$39,660,030$598,375$881,334
85268Fountain Hills, AZ 8526848.0 mi367$447,435,023$761,000$1,219,169
86327Dewey, AZ 8632749.5 mi92$49,416,144$479,000$537,132
85087New River, AZ 8508750.4 mi75$66,492,375$732,225$886,565

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PAYSON, AZ 85541?

As of March 2026, there are 248 active listings in PAYSON, AZ (zip code 85541), compared to 290 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PAYSON, AZ 85541?

The median listing price in PAYSON, AZ 85541 is $568,500 as of March 2026, a 8.3% increase from $524,950 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in PAYSON, AZ?

Homes in PAYSON, AZ 85541 spend an average of 58 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PAYSON, AZ 85541?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, PAYSON, AZ 85541 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 42 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in PAYSON, AZ?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PAYSON, AZ 85541 save an estimated $11,370 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $568,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.