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PAYSON, AZ 85541

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The PAYSON, AZ real estate market (85541) currently shows 230 active listings, with 52 pending sales. Homes are averaging 96 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 96 days on market compared to 98 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13.9% year-over-year, from $517,450 to $589,475.

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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
230
⇩ 5.7% vs 244 last year
Pending
52
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$589,475
⇧ 13.9% vs $517,450 last year
Average Price
$747,263
⇧ 7.7% vs $693,756 last year
Days on Market
96
⇩ 2% vs 98 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$320
⇧ 1.3% vs $316/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,947 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 230 this year vs 244 last year
  • Days on market: 96 now vs 98 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $589,475 (+13.9% YoY)
  • Average: $747,263 (+7.7% 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 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 February 2026, there are 230 active listings in PAYSON, AZ (zip code 85541), compared to 244 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in PAYSON, AZ 85541 is $589,475 as of February 2026, a 13.9% increase from $517,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in PAYSON, AZ 85541 spend an average of 96 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 98 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 February 2026, PAYSON, AZ 85541 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 96 days on market compared to 98 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 $11,790 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $589,475. 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.