Colorado City, AZ House for Sale

Colorado City is in the desert of northern Arizona and within an easy drive of many of the Southwest’s most striking landmarks. It’s in the 5-million-acre expanse of red rock wilderness known as the Arizona Strip, which is considered the gateway to the Grand Canyon’s North Rim, and Zion National Park is only 45 miles north. Formerly best known as the home of several fundamentalist religious sects whose hold on the area has dwindled after leaders received prison sentences, Colorado City is stepping out of the shadow of its past; new campgrounds and retreats cater to nature lovers passing through town on their journey through this region's famous landscapes. The dramatic red rock mountains towering over town ensure that every home has a world-class view. Most homes sit on spacious red dirt lots, no matter the style. Still, ranch-style homes are the prominent option across the city's small grid. They vary from simple, small builds to relatively newer, spacious layouts. Prices range from around $200,000 to over $400,000. Like many small towns, residents have often been settled here for a while, so there aren't many homes for sale. However, things are changing in recent years, with