Timberline-Fernwood
Homes on acreage with room for horses
Most of the forests and land surrounding Timberline-Fernwood are federally protected, so large-scale housing development here is limited, preserving the community’s rural landscape with homes that are spread far apart. “Any of the homes that back up to the forest usually go for a lot more money, because then you can just walk out your back door and you’re in the woods,” Mullaney says.Homes here date as far back as the mid-20th century, and buyers can also find brand-new construction. The housing scene is made up of ranch-style houses, manufactured homes and custom estates, and most sit on anywhere from 1 to 10 acres, offering plenty of space for horses, large custom barns or oversized garages. Ranch-style and manufactured homes range from $500,000 to $900,000, depending on acreage and renovations, while luxury custom estates with sprawling square footage range from about $1 million to $1.5 million.
While many rural, Flagstaff communities don’t have access to electric power and water, Mullaney says that most residents in Timberline-Fernwood are close enough to the city limits to have utilities. “There are some folks in the more remote areas who live off grid and still have to haul water, but the bulk of the area is on Doney Park water,” he says. “There’s no sewer system out there, but you have electricity, and natural gas is available depending on where you live.” While certain roads may not be maintained by the county, Mullaney notes that most are, which is a “big deal for many residents since they get a lot of snow."
Hiking, ATVing and camping between the Arizona Peaks and the Sunset Crater Volcano
Residents have plenty of space to roam in their own backyards, and being surrounded by land protected by the National Forest Service, they have abundant opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, ATVing and camping. “We all use the forest for recreation, we go out there and camp, people drive quads and all kinds of other toys through the forest,” Mullaney says. “There are tons of hiking trails, or you create your own. You can camp there for free. We get to play out there for free.” Residents also frequent the shooting range at Timberline Firearms and Training, located right in the community on Highway 89.To the west, the popular Arizona Snowbowl ski resort sits on the western slope of Mount Humphreys, which is not only the tallest of the San Francisco Peaks, but the tallest point in the state. The snowy slopes attract skiers and boarders of all abilities, and the scenic forest trails are popular among hikers. The resort also offers leisurely year-round gondola rides with scenic views of the mountains from 11,500 feet, especially popular during sunset and throughout the fall color season.
Immediately northeast of Timberline-Fernwood, Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument is the site of a volcano that erupted nearly 1,000 years ago, and residents today can explore the Bonito lava flow at the base of the volcano through a series of trails.
A nearby tavern with grocery, retail and dining options south 10-15 minutes south on Highway 89
While Timberline-Fernwood doesn’t have any retail or restaurants of its own, Timberline Tavern & Corner Café is located just south on Highway 89. This local watering hole serves burgers and brews on the dog-friendly patio, and also hosts regular live music and trivia nights. Less than 5 miles south on Highway 89, there’s a Safeway for groceries and the Flagstaff Mall, which is anchored by Dillard’s, JCPenney and Hobby Lobby. Next door to the mall, there’s a Harkins movie theatre. Within a half mile are additional retailers like Best Buy, Marshalls and Old Navy, along with chain restaurants like Panda Express and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Plenty more stores and eateries can be found closer to Downtown Flagstaff.Career courses at Coconino High
Timberline-Fernwood is served by the Flagstaff Unified School District. Cromer Elementary earns a B-plus rating from Niche, while Sinagua Middle earns a B-minus. The B-rated Coconino High enables students to enroll in one of several career and technical education courses in fields ranging from architectural interior design to film, TV and computer science.An easy commute to Flagstaff via Highway 89
U.S. Highway 89 travels north-south through Timberline-Fernwood, leading about 10 miles south to Interstate 40, and about 13 miles southwest to Downtown Flagstaff. From Downtown Flagstaff, Flagstaff Medical Center is about a mile north, while Flagstaff Pulliam Airport is about 6 miles south, with direct flights to Phoenix, Dallas/Fort Worth and Los Angeles.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Teresa Atkinson
Keller Williams Arizona Realty
(623) 663-6519
119 Total Sales
2 in Timberline-Fernwood
$610K - $695K Price Range
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Sarah Padilla
eXp Realty
(928) 832-4389
105 Total Sales
5 in Timberline-Fernwood
$605K - $1.6M Price Range
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Jacquie Kellogg
West USA Realty Flagstaff
(928) 962-9318
77 Total Sales
2 in Timberline-Fernwood
$444K - $475K Price Range
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Karen Ortega Matson
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(877) 760-2839
130 Total Sales
1 in Timberline-Fernwood
$415,000 Price
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Weston Foster
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(928) 833-9935
170 Total Sales
2 in Timberline-Fernwood
$390K - $636K Price Range
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Bryce Hill
RE/MAX Fine Properties
(928) 962-7012
120 Total Sales
4 in Timberline-Fernwood
$200K - $695K Price Range
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Timberline-Fernwood | US |
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Homicide | 1 | 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 |
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