Torreon
Golf-oriented, master-planned, gated community on the west side with private-club amenities, resale homes, homesites, and lock-and-leave villas among tall pines.
About Show Low
Show Low
Show Low is a practical White Mountains home base with a stronger year-round service role than most smaller mountain communities nearby. The cooler high-elevation setting draws people in, but local fit is shaped just as much by healthcare access, schools, utilities, and the range of property types available. It works for full-time living, seasonal use, or a second-home base — but in-town convenience, governed communities, wooded cabin settings, and rural-edge properties each come with different verification needs.
Population
12102
Median Home Price
$271500 USD
Rainfall
15.7 inches
Discover
Discover Show Low
Show Low functions around practical regional access as much as scenery. The Deuce of Clubs corridor gives the city a more self-contained feel than a purely resort-style mountain town, with a range of everyday services, recreation options, and community anchors. People coming from larger metro areas should still expect small-market limits — fewer specialty services, more driving, seasonal road conditions, and address-level details that matter before assuming every property has the same access.
Buyer Notes
- Taxes: Total property tax rate for Navajo County, AZ for fiscal year 2025.
- Zoning: In-town Show Low offers a more straightforward service setup than many rural-edge mountain properties, but that convenience shouldn't be assumed for every Show Low-area address. Larger lots, lake-area properties, cabins, and edge locations may require address-level confirmation of water source, wastewater or septic, trash service, road maintenance, heating setup, and internet. Transportation options are limited — regional access depends primarily on driving.
- Floodplain: Show Low is primarily designated as FEMA Zone X, outside of a 100-year floodplain. Check the specific property for flash flooding risk factors.
Seasonality
Show Low sits at around 6,400 feet, and its mild summers in the mid-80s are a major draw for desert escapees, but winters are also colder than lower elevations, with average lows in the mid-20s and Hardiness Zones 6b and 7a both signaling freeze exposure. Annual snowfall averages close to 20 inches. Verify heating reliability, pipe insulation, and road and driveway access, especially for properties outside the main city service corridors.
Neighborhoods
Show Low neighborhoods
Bison Ridge
Wooded residential community northwest of central Show Low near Bison Golf Club and the Sitgreaves National Forest. Buyer appeal centers on cabins, tall-pine setting, HOA governance, rental-registration expectations, and proximity to golf, trails, and west-side recreation.
Sierra Pines
Custom-home neighborhood to the southwest known for larger wooded lots, tall pines, quiet streets, and a private residential feel.
Show Low Bluff
Emerging bluff-top neighborhood near Show Low Creek with elevated views and a mix of residential, community, school, and commercial plans.
White Mountain Vacation Village
Planned RV and park-model community on the south side, popular among people looking for low maintenance and clubhouse-style amenities.
Juniper Ridge
Golf and RV-oriented resort community for seniors 55+, southwest of White Mountain Lake.
White Mountain Lake
Outlying lake-area community northeast of town with a mix of homes, cabins, manufactured homes, and land on the south side of White Mountain Lake.
Central Show Low / Deuce of Clubs corridor
Core in-town mixed-use area near city services, shops, restaurants, and everyday errands.
Old Linden
Established area with mature trees, spacious lots, older homes, and some newer construction.
Lone Pine Dam Road / Linden
Small rural pocket near Lone Pine Dam Road with scenic, low-density residential and farmland character, offering quiet, country-style parcels rather than standard subdivision living.
Park Valley
Southwest of downtown with a family-oriented feel, open space, school proximity, and neighborhood park access.
Fairway Park
West-side neighborhood near Bison Golf Club with relatively walkable streets, a pine setting, mountain views, and a mix of families and retirees.
Fools Hollow
Lake-adjacent neighborhood area near Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area with quick access to camping, fishing, boating, wildlife viewing, and north-side recreation near city services.
Show Low Golf & Country Club Estates
Golf-course residential area around the former Show Low Country Club with fairway-adjacent homes and an established golf-neighborhood setting.
Timberland Acres
Wooded acreage-style subdivision offering privacy, tall pines and junipers, larger lots, and a less formal non-HOA feel.
Snow Creek
Small neighborhood with quiet streets and a mix of families and retirees near parks, hiking, and golf access.
Summer Pines
Small southwest pine-setting neighborhood with quiet streets, local-amenity access, and both seasonal and year-round homes.
Lifestyle
Show Low Lifestyle
Daily life in Show Low blends mountain recreation with everyday errands. The White Mountain Trail System, Show Low Lake, Fool Hollow, the aquatic center, and local parks and dining give residents more to do without leaving town. Still, summer comfort, winter weather, wildfire awareness, maintenance, and driving patterns all affect how a home actually feels after the first season.
Dining
The House
Locally popular American restaurant and social gathering spot in Show Low with indoor and outdoor seating, known for a casual atmosphere and American comfort food.
PersNIKKIty’s Cafe & Bakery
Locally established cafe and bakery offering breakfast, lunch, coffee, pastries, salads, sandwiches, and made-to-order options.
Show Low Cafe
Hometown cafe for hearty breakfasts and classic American comfort food along Deuce of Clubs.
Licano’s Mexican Food & Steak House
Long-running Mexican food and steakhouse option serving traditional Mexican cuisine, seafood, steaks, and drinks.
El Charro Beer Show Low
Mexican restaurant with a Show Low location on Deuce of Clubs and a second regional location in Pinetop.
PITALIAN
Neapolitan-style pizza, pasta, soup, salads, appetizers, and full-service bar in Show Low.
Cattlemen’s Steakhouse & Lounge
Steakhouse and lounge known for steaks, seafood, chicken, and prime rib in the Show Low dining corridor.
Bertie’s White Mountain Cafe & Donuts
Western-style cafe and donuts stop serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and tavern-style fare.
La Casita Café
Local Mexican restaurant option on South White Mountain Road serving dine-in and takeout meals.
Red Barn Creamery
Ice cream and dessert stop near the Hall Street dining cluster for casual family outings and visitor itineraries.
Shopping
Ace Hardware of Show Low
Locally owned hardware store offering home, ranch, garden, paint, propane, key cutting, repairs, and small-project services.
C-A-L Ranch Show Low
Ranch, home, outdoor, hunting, fishing, pet, garden, and propane retail resource for White Mountain households.
Lucky Star Farms / The Peoples Farmers Market
Local community market for beef, pork, poultry, eggs, dairy, produce, and source-verified farm foods.
Safeway Show Low
Full-service grocery store with pharmacy, grocery delivery, same-day delivery, DriveUp & Go, fuel, floral, and household convenience services.
The Home Depot Show Low
Home-improvement anchor with garden center, rental center, pro desk, curbside pickup, and local home-services support.
Tractor Supply Co. Show Low
Farm, ranch, pet, hardware, trailer-rental, gardening, and outdoor-supply store serving Show Low-area property owners.
Walgreens Show Low
Retail pharmacy and convenience store with pharmacy, photo, pickup, health, beauty, and household basics.
Walmart Supercenter Show Low
Large-format retail and grocery store in Show Low with pharmacy, auto care, vision center, wireless, bakery, deli, and grocery pickup options for everyday household needs.
Entertainment
City of Show Low events calendar
Official online calendar for the City of Show Low covering civic meetings, city-run programs, community events, and public notices.
Arts Alliance of the White Mountains
Regional arts organization and venue offering classes, exhibits, and community creative activities.
Healthcare
Banner Same-Day Care Show Low
Walk-in same-day clinic near the Deuce of Clubs corridor in Show Low for common illnesses, minor injuries, sports physicals, and X-rays when available, without a full ER visit.
North Country HealthCare Show Low
Community health center offering primary care, family practice, dental, behavioral health, and on-site lab access.
Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center
Regional hospital and main acute-care hub for Show Low and the White Mountains, providing ER access, inpatient care, surgery, imaging, and specialist follow-up tied to the main campus.
Parks
Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area
Major recreation area on the edge of Show Low with camping, fishing, boating, wildlife viewing, and trail access.
Frontier Inclusive Playground and Splashpad
Inclusive playground and seasonal splashpad at Frontier Park. A standout family amenity that adds practical kid-friendly recreation near central Show Low.
Nikolaus Homestead Park
Community park with multipurpose field, lighted Little League fields, playground, skate park, BMX track, walking trail, small pavilions, basketball courts, and restrooms.
Show Low City Park
Large city park with lighted ball fields, tennis and basketball courts, racquetball, dog park, walking trail, pavilions, sand volleyball, horseshoes, disc golf, outdoor exercise stations, playgrounds, and restrooms.
Show Low Lake
City lake area with fishing docks, camping, restrooms, pavilion, and playgrounds. Although the mailing address falls in Lakeside, the city treats it as one of Show Low's headline recreation amenities.
Show Low Pickleball
City pickleball program using indoor City Campus Gym courts and outdoor courts, with seasonal schedules, registration requirements for indoor use, and recreation staff contacts.
The Meadow - Show Low Creek
In-town nature and recreation area with fishing, hiking trail, disc golf, Story Book Path, restrooms, and parking along Show Low Creek.
White Mountain Trail System access
Show Low is a key gateway into the White Mountain Trail System, a regional network for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding with access to loop trails and connectors near town.
Major Attractions
Rockin' The Rim / Show Low Days
Annual Show Low Chamber fundraiser and community festival with vendors, food trucks, kids activities, and entertainment at Frontier Park. Formerly branded as Show Low Days in current event materials.
Show Low Family Aquatic Center
City-owned indoor aquatic center with lap pool, leisure pool, spa, spray fountain, and water slide..
Infrastructure
Show Low Infrastructure
In-town Show Low offers a more straightforward service setup than many rural-edge mountain properties, but that convenience shouldn't be assumed for every Show Low-area address. Larger lots, lake-area properties, cabins, and edge locations may require address-level confirmation of water source, wastewater or septic, trash service, road maintenance, heating setup, and internet. Transportation options are limited — regional access depends primarily on driving.
Airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Major commercial airport for broader domestic and international access from the White Mountains.
Phone: 602-273-3300
Website →Show Low Regional Airport
Primary public airport for Show Low and the White Mountains. The city positions it as the region's air gateway, with general aviation services and Contour commercial flights operating from the terminal.
Phone: 928-532-4192
Website →Internet
Frontier Fiber Internet
Fiber internet option in select parts of Show Low. Availability is highly address-dependent, so check the exact property rather than assuming citywide fiber service.
Phone: 1-877-384-0724
Website →Sparklight
Cable internet provider with a local Show Low storefront where you can confirm property-specific cable availability, account setup, and current gig-speed plan options.
Phone: 928-537-2279
Website →Utilities
City of Show Low Water Division
Municipal water utility for Show Low. The city reports roughly 8,000 service connections and more than 190 miles of water mains, so this is the core public water contact for properties inside city service areas.
Phone: 928-532-4100
Website →City of Show Low Wastewater Division
Municipal wastewater utility for Show Low. The city describes gravity and low-pressure sewer infrastructure serving the community, making this the main public wastewater contact for in-city service questions.
Phone: 928-532-4000
Website →Trash
WM residential waste service
Residential trash and recycling provider partnered with Show Low. New residential service starts are routed through the City of Show Low, while WM publishes setout and material guidance for local customers.
Phone: 928-532-4000
Website →Families
Show Low Schools & Families
Show Low Unified serves local students through multiple campuses, and the community also has Northland Pioneer College's White Mountain Campus, parks, sports facilities, the aquatic center, and library resources. Look beyond the district name and check school assignment, campus commute, after-school logistics, and how close the specific property is to the amenities that matter most to your household.
Linden Elementary School
Public elementary campus in Show Low Unified serving the Linden area; visit the official campus page for current enrollment, grade configuration, and program details.
Website →Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School
Public elementary campus in Show Low Unified serving families near central Show Low.
Website →Northland Pioneer College White Mountain Campus
The largest Northland Pioneer College campus, offering academic transfer paths plus vocational and health-related programs in Show Low.
Website →Show Low High School
Comprehensive public high school in Show Low Unified serving the community in grades 9–12 with athletics, extracurriculars, and academic programs.
Website →Show Low Junior High School
Public junior high campus in Show Low Unified serving middle-grade students, typically grades 6 through 8, in the Show Low area.
Website →Show Low Unified District
Public PK-12 district serving Show Low through multiple campuses, including elementary, junior high, high school, and online options.
Website →Whipple Ranch Elementary School
Public elementary campus in Show Low Unified serving the west and north side of town.
Website →Contour Airlines service from Show Low
Contour Airlines operates daily nonstop flights between Show Low Regional Airport and Phoenix Sky Harbor, the only commercial scheduled service at the airport, using 30-seat regional jets.
Show Low Public Transportation Services
City transit information point for White Mountain Connection regional service and Four Seasons Connection local service.
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