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A rural escape from modern conveniences
Located about 70 miles southeast of Flagstaff in Coconino County, the remote community of Blue Ridge offers a total escape from modern conveniences (cell phone service often included). With virtually no commercial development, Blue Ridge is surrounded by thick ponderosa pine forest, allowing residents to fully immerse themselves in nature. “You’ve got some great long-range mountain views,” says area resident Sherrie Vrankovic, a Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Advantage Realty. “There’s some awesome hunting opportunities, or you can just sit and watch the wildlife from your deck.”
As a sparsely populated community with far more trees than people, Blue Ridge offers plenty of privacy and seclusion. The community has a low risk of violent and property crime, with an overall CAP Index Crime score of 1 out of 10, compared to the national average score of 4 out of 10.
You can find many hiking trails through the woods in Blue Ridge.
Blue Ridge residents love to visit the La Posada hotel to eat, stay and visit their museum.
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Part-time cabins for secondary homeowners
Because of Blue Ridge’s highly remote location, those with full time jobs will have a hard time living here year-round, which is why Vrankovic says the housing scene is mostly made up of cabins used as part-time vacation homes or weekend getaways. Most sit on anywhere from one to ten acres, and while many are modest with no frills, there are also plenty of luxury builds.
While tiny hunting cabins and rustic fixer-uppers range from around $200,000 to $350,000, most residences start at closer to $400,000 and range to about $900,000 depending on size, acreage and upgrades. Custom, luxury homes with sprawling square footage start closer to $1 million and can go for upwards of $2 million. There are also plenty of undeveloped parcels, with prices starting at around $40,000 and ranging to around $300,000 depending on acreage.
Residents of Blue Ridge love having the cabin lifestyle.
Very rarely will you find homes around Blue Ridge not hidden behind trees for privacy.
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Water recreation at the Blue Ridge Reservoir
Located about 15 miles south of Blue Ridge, the C.C. Cragin Reservoir, commonly referred to as the Blue Ridge Reservoir, offers water recreation opportunities to area residents. The narrow, freshwater lake winds through 8 miles of canyon-like terrain and is surrounded by thick ponderosa pine forest, offering scenic views to kayakers, canoers and paddleboarders. Stocked with rainbow and brown trout, the lake is also popular for fishing.
Shopping and dining 40 miles away in Winslow
There aren’t any shopping or dining options in Blue Ridge. To stock up on groceries, residents will have to commute about 40 miles northeast to the city of Winslow, where there’s a Walmart and a Safeway. Winslow also has an array of local eateries, including RelicRoad Brewing Company with local craft beers and pub fare, and the Falcon Restaurant, which serves everything from breakfast to hearty Mexican and American dinners. Winslow is also home to popular chains such as Sonic and Denny’s.
Blue Ridge head to Relic Road brewing for great beer, burgers and more.
Blue Ridge residents enjoy living near smaller towns like Winslow and Flagstaff.
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Chevelon Butte School District provides students with transportation to schools in nearby districts
While not many school-aged children live full-time in Blue Ridge due to its remote location, the community is served by Chevelon Butte School District. Though the district doesn’t operate any schools of its own, it does provide local students with transportation to schools in nearby partner districts. From kindergarten through eighth grade, any students who live in Blue Ridge will attend Pine Strawberry Elementary School in the Pine Strawberry School District, which is located about 40 miles south and receives a B-plus rating from Niche. High schoolers in Blue Ridge will attend the C-plus-rated Payson High School in the Payson Unified School District about 50 miles north, which offers career courses in fields ranging from agriculture science to engineering.
State Route 87 helps residents feel connected
State Route 87 leads about 40 miles northeast to Winslow and Interstate 40. County Road 3, known locally as Lake Mary Road, leads about 70 miles northwest to Flagstaff. The Flagstaff Medical Center is on the city’s north end, and the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, with daily nonstop flights to Phoenix and Dallas/Fort Worth, is on the south end.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blue Ridge
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blue Ridge, Winslow sell after 117 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Blue Ridge, Winslow over the last 12 months is $560,539, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled amidst the towering Ponderosa pines in Happy Jack, AZ, this stunning 3,195 sq ft cabin offers a perfect blend of rustic charm and modern elegance. From the moment you enter, you're greeted by soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings that extend high above, emphasizing the spaciousness of the great room. The cabin is beautifully adorned with wood from floor to ceiling, creating a warm and
Sherrie Vrankovic
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Advantage Realty - HAPPY JACK
Amazing! One of the largest lots in Starlight Pines Ranchettes gated community. 4.215 acres of a, heavily treed lot.. It has a large natural building area on flat land. Bring you horses! Sellers have planted 10 fruit frees, 6 apple, 3 cherry and 1 peach. This is an equestrian friendly community. There is over 900 ft of National Forest that abuts this property. There are 2 Forest service
GREAT LOCATION ON DEAD END STREET! A 0.87-acre lot in Blue Ridge Estates, located in Happy Jack, AZ, offers a peaceful mountain retreat surrounded by towering ponderosa pines and lush forest. This HOA area sits within one of the largest stands of ponderosa pines in the world, creating a serene and shaded environment ideal for nature lovers.The lot is densely populated with tall pines, oaks, and
Sherrie Vrankovic
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Advantage Realty - HAPPY JACK
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,716
Median Age
66
Population under 18
7.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
54%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,375
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,780
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.4%
Advanced Degrees
12.2%
% Population in Labor Force
42.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
26°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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