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PAYSON, AZ 85541

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Gila County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
213
⇩ 3.2% vs 220 last year
Pending
42
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$575,000
⇧ 15.6% vs $497,375 last year
Average Price
$723,906
⇧ 3.7% vs $697,949 last year
Days on Market
99
⇩ 2.9% vs 102 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The PAYSON, AZ real estate market (85541) currently shows 213 active listings, with 42 pending sales. Homes are averaging 99 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 99 days on market compared to 102 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.6% year-over-year, from $497,375 to $575,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 213 this year vs 220 last year
  • Days on market: 99 now vs 102 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $575,000 (+15.6% YoY)
  • Average: $723,906 (+3.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 49.8 miles — 985 listings ($1,175,722,363 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
85541Payson, AZ 855410.0 mi213$154,191,978$575,000$723,906
85554Young, AZ 8555426.0 mi10$6,945,000$699,000$694,500
85553Tonto Basin, AZ 8555329.8 mi11$4,800,587$379,000$436,417
86322Camp Verde, AZ 8632231.7 mi49$39,844,791$610,000$813,159
86335Rimrock, AZ 8633535.5 mi29$14,092,898$414,500$485,962
85264Fort Mcdowell, AZ 8526437.0 mi6$30,040,002$2,570,000$5,006,667
85324Black Canyon City, AZ 8532442.3 mi12$8,217,708$475,000$684,809
86333Mayer, AZ 8633342.8 mi54$24,290,280$349,900$449,820
85266Scottsdale, AZ 8526646.0 mi200$443,712,200$1,710,000$2,218,561
86325Cornville, AZ 8632547.5 mi46$38,236,074$554,900$831,219
85268Fountain Hills, AZ 8526848.0 mi339$403,226,940$760,000$1,189,460
85545Roosevelt, AZ 8554548.8 mi1$163,900$163,900$163,900
85928Heber, AZ 8592849.8 mi15$7,960,005$559,000$530,667

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 213 active listings in PAYSON, AZ (zip code 85541), compared to 220 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in PAYSON, AZ 85541 is $575,000 as of January 2026, a 15.6% increase from $497,375 the prior year.

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

Homes in PAYSON, AZ 85541 spend an average of 99 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 102 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 January 2026, PAYSON, AZ 85541 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 99 days on market compared to 102 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 $11,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $575,000. 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.