Balancing Access and Seclusion
Concho, AZ 85924
Apache County, Arizona
Lot Description
Own Your Arizona Wilderness Basecamp - 1.04-Acre Retreat in Concho
Discover the outdoor adventure headquarters you've been dreaming about on this versatile 1.04-Acre property in Concho, Arizona. Positioned in the heart of the White Mountains region with endless recreation at your doorstep and the freedom to camp, park an RV, or build your off-grid cabin, this land isn't just a parcel - it's your personal portal to the Arizona wilderness lifestyle where adventure begins at your own property line.
Why This Property Stands Out:
YOUR Private Outdoor Adventure Basecamp: This property transforms how you experience Arizona's wilderness by giving you a dedicated home base for all your outdoor pursuits. Imagine having your own acre of Arizona high country where you can establish a permanent camp for extended hunting seasons without worrying about campground reservations or fourteen-day limits, stage multi-day fishing expeditions to nearby lakes and streams with all your gear organized and ready, launch hiking adventures into the surrounding national forests from your own trailhead, create a stargazing observatory far from city light pollution, practice wilderness skills and bushcraft on your own private land, store equipment and supplies year-round in a secure shed or camper, return to familiar ground after each adventure rather than searching for new campsites, and build the kind of relationship with the land that only comes from ownership and repeated visits. This isn't just convenient - it's transformative for serious outdoor enthusiasts who spend significant time in the backcountry. Your adventures become more spontaneous, more affordable, and more deeply connected to place when you have your own Arizona basecamp waiting.
MAXIMUM Flexibility For Your Outdoor Lifestyle: Arizona's agricultural zoning on this property provides exceptional freedom rarely found in more restrictive areas. You can camp in tents for extended periods while you explore the region and decide on permanent improvements, park and live in an RV full-time or seasonally while maintaining complete mobility, place a mobile home for comfortable year-round living at minimal cost, build a tiny home that's efficient, affordable, and perfectly sized for your needs, construct a small traditional cabin of just 200 square feet minimum, or simply use the land as your personal wilderness preserve without any structures at all. This flexibility means the property adapts to your changing needs and budget rather than forcing you into expensive conventional construction. Start with tent camping this season, upgrade to an RV next year, and eventually build a cabin when you're ready - all on your timeline and your budget. For outdoor enthusiasts who value freedom and adaptability, this zoning flexibility is invaluable.
STRATEGIC Location Balancing Access And Seclusion: The property sits in the sweet spot between accessibility and wilderness isolation. You're positioned just 2.5 miles from Highway 61, Concho's main road providing year-round access, supplies, and services. This proximity means you can reach your property easily in any weather, haul building materials or equipment without navigating treacherous roads, access your basecamp for quick weekend trips without all-day drives, and feel confident that emergency services can reach you if needed. Yet despite this accessibility, the property maintains the remote, wilderness character that outdoor enthusiasts crave. You're surrounded by open country, natural vegetation, and the expansive views that make Arizona's high country so captivating. No suburban sprawl. No traffic noise. No neighbors intruding on your wilderness experience. You get practical access without sacrificing the isolation and natural setting that drew you to this lifestyle in the first place.
RARE Cell Service: One of the most frustrating aspects of remote properties is complete communication blackout, but this property benefits from proximity to a commercial cell tower providing reliable cell service. This seemingly small feature delivers enormous practical value for outdoor enthusiasts. Maintain contact with family during extended stays for their peace of mind, access weather forecasts and warnings critical for backcountry safety, use GPS and mapping apps for navigation during adventures, call for help in genuine emergencies without hiking miles to find signal, share photos and experiences with the outdoor community in real-time, conduct remote work during the week while adventuring on weekends if you have flexible employment, and stay connected to the world without sacrificing wilderness immersion. For modern outdoor enthusiasts who value wilderness experience but also appreciate connectivity when needed, this combination is increasingly rare and valuable.
BEAUTIFUL Views And Natural Character: The property offers the scenic beauty that makes Arizona's White Mountains region so special. Expansive views stretch across the high desert landscape toward distant mountains. Native vegetation including junipers and high desert flora creates authentic Arizona character. The terrain features natural contours and features rather than flat, featureless ground. Wildlife moves through the area including deer, elk, antelope, and countless bird species. The elevation provides cooler temperatures than lower Arizona elevations while maintaining four-season accessibility. This natural beauty isn't just pleasant - it's what makes each visit to your property a genuine wilderness experience rather than simply visiting another developed lot.
MINIMAL Property Taxes Keep Ownership Affordable: At just $16.52 annually, property taxes on this parcel are remarkably low - less than $1.50 per month. This minimal carrying cost means you can hold the property long-term without financial stress, visit as frequently or infrequently as your schedule allows without worrying about wasted investment, take your time developing improvements on your timeline, weather economic downturns without being forced to sell, and pass the property to children or heirs without burdening them with high ongoing costs. For outdoor enthusiasts who may use property seasonally or irregularly depending on hunting seasons, fishing conditions, or work schedules, these minimal taxes are essential for making ownership practical long-term.
Affordable Ownership Options:
Cash Price: Own it outright for just $7,470 plus $249 doc fee (total: $7,719)
Owner Financing - No Credit Check Required: We believe outdoor property ownership should be accessible to adventurers at every budget level, which is why we offer straightforward owner financing with no bank involvement, no credit checks, no interest, and no complicated approval processes.
• Initial deposit: Just $349 to get started (includes $249 non-refundable doc fee plus $100 down payment toward purchase price)
• Monthly payments: Only $200 per month for 41 months - less than most monthly gym memberships or outdoor gear subscriptions
• Total financed amount: $8,300 over 41 months
• Deed transferred upon completion: Once your final payment is made, the deed is transferred and filed with the county recorder in your name - it's that simple.
No hidden fees. No balloon payments. No interest. No prepayment penalties. Just honest, transparent terms that make wilderness property ownership achievable for outdoor enthusiasts earning regular incomes. The monthly payment is less than what many people spend on weekend camping fees and permits annually, yet it builds equity in your own permanent basecamp.
About Concho And Apache County:
Concho isn't just another small town - it's a genuine gateway to Arizona wilderness where White Mountains beauty, endless outdoor recreation, and authentic Western heritage create the perfect setting for your outdoor adventure basecamp.
WHITE Mountains Wilderness Access: Concho's location provides exceptional access to diverse ecosystems and outdoor opportunities. The surrounding White Mountains region offers world-class hiking with trails ranging from easy nature walks to challenging mountain ascents, exceptional fishing in nearby lakes and streams stocked with trout and warm-water species, hunting opportunities for elk, deer, antelope, javelina, turkey, and small game during appropriate seasons, camping in vast national forests where you can explore new territory constantly, wildlife viewing and photography with incredible species diversity, rock climbing and bouldering on high desert formations, mountain biking on forest roads and dedicated trail systems, and exploring one of Arizona's most scenic and ecologically diverse regions. This isn't recreational access measured in occasional weekend trips - it's daily immersion in outdoor activities from your own property. The wilderness isn't something you drive to occasionally - it's where you live.
FOUR-SEASON High Desert Climate: Concho's elevation provides climate advantages that serious outdoor enthusiasts appreciate. Cooler summer temperatures than Phoenix or Tucson make summer activities comfortable rather than dangerously hot. You can hike, explore, and work on your property in July without life-threatening heat. Fall brings spectacular weather with crisp mornings, warm afternoons, and stunning foliage in higher elevations. Perfect conditions for hunting season activities. Winter offers occasional snow that adds beauty and tracking opportunities without the extreme cold and deep snow of northern mountain states. You can access your property year-round rather than being completely snowed in for months. Spring arrives early with wildflowers and wildlife activity, extending your outdoor season. This moderate high desert climate means you can use your property twelve months a year rather than having it sit idle during extreme seasons.
STRATEGIC Triangle Location With Town Access: Concho sits perfectly positioned between three larger towns, giving you excellent backup access to supplies and services. Show Low sits 30 minutes west offering major grocery stores, outdoor gear retailers, restaurants, medical facilities, and full-service amenities. Snowflake lies 30 minutes northwest providing additional shopping, services, and supply options. St. Johns sits 30 minutes east with government services, supplies, and historical Western character. This triangle positioning means you're never more than 30 minutes from whatever you need while maintaining Concho's peaceful, small-town character. For outdoor enthusiasts living on property or making extended visits, this access is essential for resupplying between adventures without requiring all-day town runs.
LOCAL Concho Conveniences: Despite its small size, Concho provides surprising essential services right on Highway 61. Family Dollar handles everyday needs from food to supplies, the local coffee shop provides morning fuel and community connection, the post office manages mail and packages, a welcoming library offers books and resources, the gas station keeps vehicles and generators fueled, the BBQ restaurant serves quality meals when you don't feel like cooking over a campfire, and even a thrift store provides unexpected finds and local character. These aren't luxurious amenities, but they're exactly what outdoor basecamp owners need - practical services close enough to access easily without disrupting your wilderness experience.
AUTHENTIC Southwestern Character And Heritage: Concho carries genuine Arizona cowboy history and Western heritage that outdoor enthusiasts appreciate. This is working ranch country where people understand land ownership, livestock, hunting, and self-sufficient living. The community values independence, self-reliance, and respect for property rights. You'll find people who wave as they drive by, who understand why someone wants to live in an RV or cabin, who don't judge alternative lifestyles, and who respect your right to use your property as you see fit within reasonable bounds. For outdoor enthusiasts sometimes viewed skeptically in more suburban areas, Concho offers acceptance and like-minded neighbors who understand the appeal of wilderness living.
DARK Skies For Exceptional Stargazing: Far from Phoenix, Tucson, or any significant light pollution, Concho offers some of Arizona's darkest night skies. The Milky Way stretches brilliantly across the heavens in a display that stuns first-time visitors. Constellations shine with clarity impossible in developed areas. Meteor showers become spectacular events worth planning trips around. For outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate natural wonders beyond daytime activities, these dark skies add another dimension to your property's value. Many owners find nighttime stargazing becomes as important as daytime adventures.
CONSERVATION And Land Stewardship Opportunities: Owning property in Arizona's high country allows you to actively participate in conservation and habitat management. Plant native species and restore degraded areas. Create water sources for wildlife through small catchments or developed springs. Manage vegetation to improve habitat diversity. Monitor wildlife populations and contribute data to conservation organizations. Practice leave-no-trace principles on your own land. Teach others about responsible land use through example. For outdoor enthusiasts motivated by conservation values, property ownership transforms you from observer to active participant in land stewardship. Your property becomes a personal conservation project where you can implement practices you believe in.
INVESTMENT IN Arizona's Growing Recreation Market: Beyond personal use, this property represents investment in a growing market. Arizona's recreation property continues appreciating as more people discover the value and lifestyle of the White Mountains region. Remote work trends mean more people can live in places like Concho while maintaining income. The limited supply of affordable wilderness acreage means prices generally trend upward over time. Your investment today at under $7,500 secures a tangible asset that typically appreciates while simultaneously providing immediate recreational value. Whether you hold long-term, develop extensively, or eventually sell, you're establishing a financial position with strong fundamentals in a desirable market.
Endless Possibilities Await:
Whether you're establishing a hunting season basecamp for Arizona's excellent big game opportunities, creating a fishing headquarters near the White Mountains' exceptional waters, building a hiking and backpacking staging area for forest exploration, developing an off-grid retreat for wilderness living experiments, securing a weekend escape for regular outdoor immersion, investing in affordable Arizona property before broader market discovery, preserving a piece of high desert wilderness under personal stewardship, or establishing a family outdoor education center where children learn wilderness skills, this 1.04-Acre Concho property delivers the freedom, flexibility, and location outdoor enthusiasts demand.
Picture yourself arriving at your own property after work on Friday evening, your gear already staged and ready for weekend adventures. Imagine waking in your RV or tent to Arizona sunrise painting the distant mountains. Envision returning from successful hunts to your own camp where you can process game properly. Consider having a permanent workshop where outdoor equipment stays organized and maintained. Think about night skies so dark the Milky Way casts shadows. Visualize teaching children wilderness skills on your own private training ground. This property offers you the Arizona wilderness canvas - you provide the adventures and the stewardship.
Property Details:
Apn: 201-28-137
Location: Between Ranch Drive and Concho Creek Drive, Concho, Az
Coordinates: 34.43798, -109.60958
County: Apache County
Subdivision: Concho Valley Unit 2
Acreage: 1.04 acres
Zoning: Agricultural with 200 sq. ft. minimum
RV Allowed: Yes, full-time living permitted
Mobile Homes: Accepted
Tiny Homes: Permitted
Power: One mile away - contact APS ) or Navopache Electric Coop )
Water: Well or water hauling
Cell Service: Available via nearby tower
Annual Property Taxes: Only $16.52
Distance to Highway 61: 2.5 miles
Road Access: Year-round access
Property Features: Level areas, RV living approved, small home approved, remote setting, junipers and native vegetation, adjoining properties available, livestock welcome, mobile homes accepted, beautiful views
Ready To Take The Next Step?
Don't let this opportunity slip away. Affordable wilderness properties with this combination of flexibility, access, and cell service are increasingly difficult to find as Arizona's recreation market grows. At under $7,500 cash or just $200 per month, this Concho property represents exceptional value for outdoor enthusiasts ready to own their Arizona basecamp.
Contact us today for:
• Additional property photos and aerial views
• Topographical maps and GPS coordinates for the property
• Answers to questions about zoning, allowed uses, or utilities
• Details about accessing the property and exploring the area
• Guidance on well drilling and solar power options
• Information about local hunting units and fishing opportunities
• Assistance with the straightforward purchasing process
• Connections to the outdoor community in the Concho area
Your Arizona wilderness basecamp dream is closer than you think. With flexible financing, agricultural zoning that permits nearly any outdoor lifestyle, cell service in the wilderness, and expansion options available, this Concho property checks every box for serious outdoor enthusiasts. Stop paying campground fees and forest service permits for temporary access - own your permanent piece of Arizona high country where every adventure begins and ends on your own land.
Make this exceptional wilderness property yours today - your Arizona outdoor headquarters is waiting.
Lot Maps & Attachments
Directions to Lot
From Flagstaff, Arizona
Get on I-40 E from Historic Rte 66/Rte 66 and E Butler Ave
Head east toward S San Francisco St
Turn left onto South San Francisco St
Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Historic Rte 66/Rte 66
Turn right onto E Ponderosa Pkwy
Continue onto E Butler Ave
Turn left to merge onto I-40 E toward Albuquerque
Follow I-40 E to US-180 E/W Hopi Dr in Holbrook. Take exit 285 from I-40 E
Merge onto I-40 E
Take exit 285 for I-40/US-180 E toward AZ-77 S/Petrified Forest Nati Pk
Continue on US-180 E. Take AZ-180A S to Hickory Ln in Concho
Turn right onto US-180 E/W Hopi Dr
Turn right onto Navajo Blvd
Continue onto Apache Ave
Turn left onto US-180 E
Turn right onto AZ-180A S
Turn right onto AZ-61 W
Turn left onto County Rd 5100
Turn right onto 5098/Clubhouse Ln
Turn left onto 5083/Spring Dr
Turn left to stay on 5083/Spring Dr
Turn right onto 5079/Jones Dr
Turn left onto Ranch Dr
Turn left onto Oak Ln
Turn right at the 2nd cross street onto 5077
Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Hickory Ln
Destination will be on the right
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