1643 Rifle Way, Forest Lakes, AZ 85931

New Listing
$525,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 2 Baths: 2 Square Footage: 1,692 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 57,857 Status: Active
Current Price: $525,000 List Date: 5/20/2026 Last Modified: 5/20/2026

Description

Discover the quintessential mountain retreat at 1643 Rifle Way, where rustic charm meets contemporary comfort on an expansive 1.328-acre at the end of a cul-de-sac in the coveted Forest Lakes community. This distinctive 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom A-frame cabin, enhanced by a thoughtful 2003 addition, presents 1,692 square feet of meticulously crafted living space that seamlessly blends original architectural character with modern functionality. The property's crown jewel lies in its remarkable outdoor space, positioned at the tranquil end of a quiet cul-de-sac. The generous lot showcases non-native spruce trees among the tall ponderosa pines that is enhanced by an amazing trex deck perfect for entertaining or peaceful contemplation.

Supplements: Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings and tongue-and-groove construction create an atmosphere of mountain sophistication. The eat-in kitchen features multiple windows that frame nature's ever-changing seasons complemented by abundant storage including a large pantry. The primary bedroom includes an ensuite bathroom, while the spacious loft offers a full bathroom a rare and valuable feature in mountain properties. The original A-frame houses a cozy family room with wood burning stove and an additional sleeping loft, providing flexible accommodation options - Second Bedroom. Practical amenities include inside laundry facilities, while charming details like custom window valances and artistic wall murals celebrate the mountain lifestyle aesthetic. Adding value to this remarkable property is an original 1960s house structure that presents numerous possibilities for enhancement and utilization. This authentic vintage building can serve as a restorable guest house for additional accommodation [when alternative septic was added for addition they ran line to this home, buyer to verify], providing expanded hosting capabilities for family and friends. Alternatively, it functions perfectly as a storage shed for equipment and seasonal items. Plus there is an ATV garage for recreational vehicles and outdoor gear, or a dedicated workshop space for crafts and projects. The property's location within Forest Lakes provides access to trout-stocked waters including nearby Willow Springs Lake and Woods Canyon Lake, offering premier fishing opportunities just minutes away. Forest Lakes sits majestically atop the Mogollon Rim, delivering temperatures 30-50 degrees cooler than Phoenix while remaining just a scenic two-hour drive from valley locations. Full time Fire Department, library and a voluntary homeowners association that features a community center and no mandatory HOA fees. This exceptional offering represents more than mere real estate it embodies a lifestyle transformation where mountain tranquility meets recreational abundance, creating the perfect year-round retreat for buyers seeking authentic Arizona high-country living.

Open Houses

Saturday, May 23, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

More Information MLS# 7028059

Contract Information

Type: Exclusive Right To Sell Ownership: Fee Simple Co-Ownership (Fractional) Agreement YN: No List Price: $525,000 Status: Active Current Price: $525,000 List Date: 2026-05-14

Location, Tax & Legal

Assessor's Map #: 90 Assessor's Parcel #: 20 Assessor Parcel Ltr: A Tax Municipality: Coconino - COUNTY Taxes: 2451 House Number: 1643 Street Name: Rifle St Suffix: Way City/Town Code: Forest Lakes State/Province: AZ Zip Code: 85931 Country: US County Code: Coconino Assessor Number: 403-90-020-A Subdivision: Forest Lakes Estates Tax Year: 2024

General Property Description

Dwelling Styles: Detached # of Interior Levels: 2 Full Bathrooms: 2 Half Bathrooms: 0 Approx SQFT: 1692 Price/SqFt: 310.28 Approx Lot SqFt: 57857 Approx Lot Acres: 1.328 Flood Zone: TBD Guest House SqFt: 300 Horses: Y Builder Name: unknown Elementary School District: Chevelon Butte Elementary School District High School District: Chevelon Butte Elementary School District #5 Elementary School: Other Jr. High School: Other High School: Other Community Pool Y/N: No Private Pool Y/N: No Planned Comm Name: Forest Lakes Estates Fireplace YN: Yes Fireplaces Total: 1 Marketing Name: Oversized Lot Dwelling Type: Single Family Residence Exterior Stories: 2 # Bedrooms: 2 Total Bathrooms: 2 Year Built: 1990

Legal Info

Range: 14E Section: 13 Cnty Rcrd Bk & Pg #: 40339020A Township: 11N Lot Number: 136

Special Listing Cond

N/A: 1

Construction

Wood Frame: 1

Const - Finish

Wood Siding: 1

Roofing

Metal: 1

Association & Fees

HOA Y/N: N PAD Fee Y/N: N Land Lease Fee Y/N: N Ttl Mthly Fee Equiv: 0

Showing Notification Methods

Showing Service: Aligned Showings

Lockbox Type

Supra: 1 Combo: 1

Architecture

Other: 1

Master Bathroom

3/4 Bath Master Bdrm: 1

Master Bedroom

Downstairs: 1 Not Split: 1

Additional Bedroom

Other Bedroom Downstairs: 1

Fireplace Features

Fireplace Family Rm: 1 Other: 1

Flooring

Tile: 1 Wood: 1

Window Features

Dual Pane: 1

Community Features

Clubhouse/Rec Room: 1

Dining Area

Eat-in Kitchen: 1

Heating

Electric: 1

Kitchen Features

Dishwasher: 1 Disposal: 1 Non-laminate Counter: 1 Pantry: 1 Refrigerator: 1

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s): 1

Interior Features

Vaulted Ceiling(s): 1 Furnished(See Rmrks): 1

Laundry

Washer Included: 1 Dryer Included: 1 Inside: 1

Basement

Basement Y/N: N

Other Rooms

Family Room: 1 Loft: 1

Separate Den/Office

Sep Den/Office Y/N: N

Road Access Type

County Road: 1

Road Surface Type

Gravel: 1

Road Responsibility

County Maintained Road: 1

Fencing

None: 1

Water Source

Pvt Water Company: 1

Exterior Features

Covered Patio(s): 1 Open Deck: 1 Storage: 1

Spa

None: 1

Sewer

Septic Tank: 1 Septic-In & Connected: 1 Alternative System: 1

Parking Spaces

Slab Parking Spaces: 0 Total Covered Spaces: 0

Parking Features

Circular Driveway: 1

New Financing

Cash: 1 VA: 1 Conventional: 1 FHA: 1 1031 Exchange: 1

Plumbing

Electric Hot Wtr Htr: 1

Utilities

APS: 1

Existing 1st Loan

Treat as Free&Clear: 1

Property Description

Cul-De-Sac Lot: 1 North/South Exposure: 1 Street(s) Not Paved: 1

Landscaping

Natural Desert Front: 1 Natural Desert Back: 1

Services

County Services: 1

Items Updated

Rm Adtn Yr Updated: 1990 Rm Adtn Partial/Full: Full

Other Structures

Shed(s): 1

Disclosures

Seller Discl Avail: 1 Agency Discl Req: 1

Possession

Close of Escrow: 1

Association Fee Incl

No Fees: 1

Assoc Rules/Info

None: 1

Remarks Misc

Cross Street: Mineral Dr. and Rifle Directions: From Payson take SR 260 E. to a left turn onto Merzville Rd., right onto Old Rim Rd., left onto Mineral Dr., Left onto Rifle Way ,follow to the end of Cul de Sac Geo Lat: 34.341812 Geo Lon: -110.794727

Property Features

Special Listing Cond: N/A Architecture: Other Master Bathroom: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm Master Bedroom: Downstairs; Not Split Additional Bedroom: Other Bedroom Downstairs Fireplace Features: Fireplace Family Rm; Other Flooring: Tile; Wood Window Features: Dual Pane Spa: None Community Features: Clubhouse/Rec Room Dining Area: Eat-in Kitchen Kitchen Features: Disposal; Dishwasher; Refrigerator; Pantry; Non-laminate Counter Laundry: Washer Included; Dryer Included; Inside Other Rooms: Family Room; Loft Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s); Furnished(See Rmrks) Exterior Features: Covered Patio(s); Open Deck; Storage Other Structures: Shed(s) Parking Features: Circular Driveway Road Access Type: County Road Road Surface Type: Gravel Road Responsibility: County Maintained Road Construction: Wood Frame Const - Finish: Wood Siding Roofing: Metal Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s) Heating: Electric Plumbing: Electric Hot Wtr Htr Utilities: APS Water Source: Pvt Water Company Sewer: Septic Tank; Septic-In & Connected; Alternative System Services: County Services Fencing: None Property Description: Cul-De-Sac Lot; North/South Exposure; Street(s) Not Paved Landscaping: Natural Desert Front; Natural Desert Back Lockbox Type: Supra; Combo Possession: Close of Escrow Association Fee Incl: No Fees Existing 1st Loan: Treat as Free&Clear New Financing: Cash; VA; FHA; Conventional; 1031 Exchange Disclosures: Seller Discl Avail; Agency Discl Req
Listing Office: West USA Realty
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Last Updated: May - 20 - 2026
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