Greater Phoenix, AZ relocation guide
Moving to Oxbow Estates, AZ
$645,800Median home value
Gila CountyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Oxbow Estates
A tiny forested community of ranch properties and cabins tucked into the pines just south of Payson in the Tonto National Forest. Oxbow Estates is all about quiet mountain living — dark skies, wildlife, and easy access to Mogollon Rim country. Payson, a few minutes north, supplies groceries, dining, and services.
Home prices in Oxbow Estates
The median home value in Oxbow Estates is $645,800.
Top places in Oxbow Estates
- Mogollon Rim — sweeping overlooks and forest roads a short drive north
- Tonto Natural Bridge State Park — the world's largest natural travertine bridge
- Downtown Payson — shops, restaurants, and the World's Oldest Continuous Rodeo
- Tonto Creek — fishing and swimming holes in the canyon below the Rim
Commuting from Oxbow Estates
- Payson is about 10 minutes north via AZ-87 for work and shopping.
- Phoenix is roughly 1 hour 30 minutes southwest via AZ-87.
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is about 1 hour 45 minutes away.
Oxbow Estates FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Oxbow Estates, AZ?
The median home value in Oxbow Estates is $645,800. Median home value, 2020–2024 American Community Survey (owner-estimated) - How is the commute from Oxbow Estates, AZ?
Payson is about 10 minutes north via AZ-87 for work and shopping.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.