Neighborhood Guide
Living in Strawberry, AZ
One of Arizona's quietest and most beautiful mountain escapes.
Strawberry, AZ sits just next to Pine at around 5,300 feet elevation, making it one of the most peaceful and private communities in Arizona. It's even smaller and quieter than Pine — think wooded roads, scattered cabins, and the kind of stillness you genuinely can't find in the city. If maximum tranquility is what you're after, Strawberry delivers.
Quick Facts
~5,300 ft
Elevation
~1,000
Population
16 miles north
Distance from Payson
~$435K
Median Home Price
Rural, cabin-country
Community Character
Pine, AZ
Adjacent Community
What to Expect in Strawberry
- Maximum privacy — Strawberry has very few commercial developments. Almost entirely residential, with generous lot sizes and tree cover.
- Adjacent to Pine — Strawberry and Pine blend together along AZ-87. You get Pine's community feel with even more seclusion.
- Cool climate — Summers are mild (highs in the 70s–80s) and winters bring occasional snow.
- Vacation rental potential — Strawberry cabins are popular short-term rentals for Phoenix-area visitors seeking a weekend mountain escape.
- Services in Payson — Major shopping, medical care, and most services are 15–20 minutes south in Payson.
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