Williams, Arizona Homes For Sale

Hi! I'm Kelly Broaddus. If you are interested in a real estate purchase in the Williams, AZ area, my staff and I are the perfect fit for you. Based in Flagstaff, AZ, we are committed to giving you the best home-buying experience possible. The listings that you can search through on our website rival those on Zillow or Trulia, and you can sign up to receive notifications about new property, price change alerts, and more. 

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About Williams, AZ

Williams, also known as the "Gateway to the Grand Canyon", is surprisingly varied for a town with such a small population (3,023 at the 2010 census). Just an hour south of the Grand Canyon and located on historic Route 66, it thrives on tourism, and is home to several attractions, including the Grand Canyon Railway, which, among other things, boasts a train ride to the heart of the Grand Canyon.

For those looking to buy a home there, Williams offers both the exciting downtown experience and the great outdoors—no less than seven lakes along with hiking and camping opportunities.

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Location

Williams is located about 30 minutes west of Flagstaff, AZ. The city only has about 3,000 people living there and the total size of the city is 43.5 square mile. Williams was the last town on Historic Route 66 to be bypassed by Interstate 40.

Located in the heart of the Kaibab National Forest at an elevation of 6,770 feet, Williams boasts seven area fishing lakes, hiking trails up Bill Williams Mountain and into Sycamore Canyon, an alpine ski area and cross country ski trails, four seasons weather and an abundance of wildlife. As you can tell, there is an incredible amount of recreational opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast.

The Historic Downtown District covers six square blocks. The town boasts a rich heritage that features the Old West and Route 66 coupled with tourism trends today and the town's heyday years of the '50s and '60s.

There is something for everyone in Williams, Arizona.

Landmarks & Attractions

Williams is just an hour south of the Grand Canyon, but the town itself and the area around it has much to love, as well. Outdoor activities include hiking, horseback riding, camping, and fishing at the many lakes and reservoirs.

Other attractions include:

Elephant Rocks Golf Course

In the shadow of Bill Williams Mountain, Elephant Rocks at Williams is the perfect escape from the summer heat of the Valley. Nestled at 7000 feet above sea level, the course meanders its way through stands of large Ponderosa pines. There has been a course here since the 1920’s but it was not until 1990, when the course was reconfigured by Gary Panks, that its reputation grew. | Website

Route 66

As the website "Experience Williams" states:

"Only in Williams, Arizona will you find a stretch of Route 66 with shopping, dining, lodging, and cowboy action—fun for the whole family. Route 66 is an experience, a feeling, a perception, a taste of sight & sound, and a mystery that can only be resolved by driving the pavement itself."

Cataract Creek Gang

This group stages nightly gunfights and other ruckus around the otherwise peaceful town of Williams. They shoot people for laughs and they don't care if you don't think that's not nice. If you want to find a schedule so you can catch them in the act you might try calling the number at the bottom of this page.

Click here to see them in action.

Bearizona Wildlife Park

Bearizona is approximately 160 acres. Visitors will drive through more than three miles of Ponderosa Pine Forest viewing North American animals in natural habitats when they visit. More animals are exhibited in Fort Bearizona, a beautiful 20 acre walk-thru area, along winding paths which is more of a "zoo" type setting. | Website

Grand Canyon Railway

Since 1901, the Grand Canyon Railway has been taking people on a fabled journey into the heart of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. For those fortunate to have traveled on this iconic train, the Grand Canyon Railway is more than just a mode of transportation: it’s a trip back in time to what many consider the most awe-inspiring place on Earth.

No matter where you’re planning to stay—or what adventure you’re about to embark on—start and end your journey in an unforgettable way. Take the Grand Canyon Railway, and get ready for the ride of a lifetime. All aboard! | Website

Kaibab National Forest

Williams is surrounded by 550,000 acres of the Williams Ranger District of Kaibab National Forest (fs.usda.gov). Visitors find hiking trails, such as the Beal Wagon Road Trail that follows the route of an old wagon trail, along with opportunities to fish, camp and ride horses or bicycles. | Website

History

Williams is named after William "Old Bill" Williams, a mountain man and trader who often trapped in the area.

Founded in 1881, Williams was named for the famous trapper, scout and mountain man, "Old Bill Williams." A statue of "Old Bill" stands in Monument Park, located on the west side of the city. The large mountain directly south of town is named Bill Williams Mountain and the Town was incorporated July 9, 1901.

Williams was the last town to have its section of Route 66 bypassed, due to lawsuits that kept the last section of Interstate 40 in Arizona from being built around the town. After settlements called for the state to build three Williams exits, the suits were dropped and I-40 was completed. On October 13, 1984, Interstate 40 was opened around the town and newspapers the next day reported the essential end of US 66. The following year, Route 66 was decommissioned.

Williams Historic Business District and Urban Route 66, Williams were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984 and 1989, respectively.

Weather

Williams has a cool-summer Mediterranean climate. On average in Williams, December is the coldest month, July is the warmest month, and August is the wettest month. Winter usually brings enough snow for a small ski hill and other winter sports. Summer's relatively cool temperatures and tall pine forests make Williams a very attractive destination for residents from the nearby hot deserts.

Restaurants

South Rims Wine and Beer Garage
514 E Rt 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: southrims.com

Red Raven
135 W Rt 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: redravenrestaurant.com

Historic Brewing Company - Barrel & Bottle House
141 Railroad Avenue
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: historicbarrelandbottle.com

Old Smokeys Restaurant
125 W Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046

Café 326
326 W. Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: cafe326.com

Wild West Junction
321 E Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: wildwestjunction.com

Rod's Steak House
301 E Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: rods-steakhouse.com

Cruiser's Route 66 Cafe
233 W Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: cruisers66.com

Click here for a more comprehensive list of local restaurants. The town certainly has other restaurants that are not listed here, and, if nothing local suits your fancy, Flagstaff, AZ is just a half hour away.

Shopping

Williams does have enough to keep you happy, but Flagstaff is only a short drive on the interstate to get to most major shopping.

Safeway
637 W Rt 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: safeway.com

Native America Shop
117 E Rte 66
Williams, AZ 86046

Colors of the West
201 W Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: colorsofthewestusa.com

Bill Williams Shopping Plaza
637 Historic Rte 66
Williams, AZ 86046

Quilts On Route 66
221 W Railroad Ave
Williams, AZ 86046

Civitan Thrift and Trading Co.
129 W. Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: civitanfoundationaz.com

Western Outfitters and DeBerge Saddlery
316 W. Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: westernoutfittersaz.com

Results Fitness Center
106 N. 4th Street
Williams, AZ 86046

Click here for a more comprehensive local shopping list.

Nightlife

South Rims Wine and Beer Garage
514 E Rt 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: southrims.com

The Grand Canyon Wine Co.
138 West Route 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: thegrandcanyonwinery.com

Wild West Junction
321 E Rt 66
Williams, AZ 86046
Website: wildwestjunction.com

Sultana Bar
301 W Rt 66
Williams, AZ 86046

Schools

There are three schools in Williams:

• Williams Elementary-Middle School
• William High School
• Heritage Elementary - Williams Charter School

Transportation

The nearest commercial airport is 35 miles east in Flagstaff. It provides commuter service to Phoenix 180 miles south. Las Vegas, Nevada is 220 miles northwest.

Click the Walk Score below to see information on how well you can get around on foot in Williams.

Very Walkable

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Williams, AZ Sales

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Happy Williams, AZ Client Review

We live in California. We were looking for a home in Williams AZ and we found a house that we liked very much. Kelly showed it to us on 10/05/14. My wife and myself decided to buy it, but we had to return to California that day. Kelly Broaddus help us from Flagstaff AZ to do all the paperwork   remotely by using the Internet. She was very efficient and helped us a lot making sure that all the steps in the transaction were completed timely. Everything went smoothly and fast. By 10/22/14 we took possession of the house. We congratulate ourselves for having Kelly as out Realtor. - Teresita and Jorge Moine, buyer

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