Blanca Peak CO, 5 AC, $524 Dn
Arrowhead Rd : Fort Garland, CO 81133
Costilla County, Colorado
Lot Description
Land Description
Welcome to your investment future in the Sangre de Cristo Ranches of Costilla County, Colorado, where this exceptional 5.26-Acre mountain parcel awaits at approximately 8,150 feet elevation - a square lot in Unit D, Block 68 of one of southern Colorado's most established and storied land communities. Accessible via county-maintained dirt roads on Arrowhead Rd. and Mellick Rd., this flat, plain terrain at 8,150 feet sits within the Sangre de Cristo foothills with Estate Residential zoning permitting single-family homes, manufactured homes, mobile homes, tiny homes, short-term vacation rentals, camping, and RV use. With annual taxes of just $212.48 and a voluntary HOA of only $25 per year, this 5.26-Acre mountain parcel carries some of the lowest ownership costs available for any five-acre Colorado property with this level of character and community recreation access.
Imagine owning 5.26 acres where roughly 7,000 elk roam the surrounding mountains and a community greenbelt of over 5,000 acres of dedicated hunting and recreation land is available to all property owners as a membership benefit. Where Mountain Home Reservoir's world-class trout fishing is minutes from your driveway, and Mount Blanca - Colorado's fourth highest peak at 14,345 feet - rises above the northern horizon in a view that redefines what a real estate investment can look and feel like. This is not just land to hold - it's a private piece of a genuine Colorado mountain community, offered at a price that rewards the buyer who acts before others do.
Beyond the boundaries of your investment, exceptional recreation and authentic Colorado character surrounds you in every direction. Mountain Home Reservoir State Wildlife Area offers rainbow trout, brown trout, cutthroat, ice fishing in winter, boating, and lakeside camping - accessible within minutes from your property. Fort Garland Museum and Cultural Center - one of Colorado's oldest frontier forts where Kit Carson commanded troops in the 1860S - is just 8.2 miles west. Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, home to North America's tallest dunes at 750 feet, is approximately 34 miles west. The Jack Dempsey Birthplace Museum in Manassa, San Luis Valley Museum in Alamosa, and the Rio Grande Farm Park round out a rich cultural and historical attraction network within easy driving distance.
Need supplies or services during development? Fort Garland - the eastern gateway to the San Luis Valley - is just 15 minutes west at the intersection of Us-160 and Co-159, offering gas stations, a post office, a grocery store, and restaurants. Alamosa, the regional hub with Home Depot, Walmart Supercenter, a hospital, Adams State University, restaurants, and San Luis Valley Regional Airport, sits approximately 33 miles west. Pueblo and Walsenburg are within 2-3 hours north for major commercial needs. Taos, New Mexico - with world-class skiing, the Taos Pueblo Unesco World Heritage Site, and Rio Grande Gorge rafting - is approximately 90 minutes south.
This 5.26-Acre square parcel in Unit D of the Sangre de Cristo Ranches represents one of the most accessible entries into Colorado mountain land ownership at this price level. Flat terrain, confirmed dual road access, community greenbelt hunting privileges, elk and wildlife at your doorstep, and a historic mountain community with over 50 years of established appreciation history - all for as little as $524 down with owner financing. The only real question is whether you act before another buyer does.
We are open to owner financing as well - here is what that would look like:
Cash Price: $14,999
Easy Financing Option:
- Down Payment: $275
- Documentation Fee: $249
- Total Due Today: $524
- Monthly Payment: $275/Month for 72 months
- Total Monthly Cost: $275/Month
Super Saver Financing Option:
- Down Payment: $300
- Documentation Fee: $249
- Total Due Today: $549
- Monthly Payment: $599/Month for 30 months
- Total Monthly Cost: $599/Month
For just $524 down and $275 per month, you can own 5.26 acres of Sangre de Cristo mountain land with elk hunting access and mountain views - extraordinary leverage for a property of this character in Colorado's increasingly sought-after southern mountain region. No credit checks, no bank hassles - we make mountain land investment accessible to buyers who deserve it without massive capital requirements.
See Info below:
- Total Acreage: 5.26 acres
- Parcel Configuration: Square lot, approx. 400 ft (N) x 452 ft (E)
- Short Legal: S.D.C.R. Unit D Blk 68 Lot 816
- Subdivision: Sangre de Cristo Ranches, Unit D
- State: Colorado
- County: Costilla
- Zip: 81133
- Approximate GPS Coordinates (Center): 37.33075, -105.38105
- Corner Coordinates: NE: 37.33136, -105.380262 | SE: 37.330138, -105.380018 | SW: 37.330172, -105.382156 | NW: 37.331471, -105.381649
- Elevation: Approximately 8,132-8,153 feet above sea level
- Terrain Type: Flat - Plain - Desert Mountain - exceptional buildability for mountain land
- Annual Taxes: $212.48/Year (extremely low carrying costs)
- Zoning: Estate Residential (Er) - Costilla County
--- Single-family dwellings allowed (600 sq ft minimum)
--- Modular homes permitted
--- Manufactured/mobile homes permitted (post-1976 manufacture)
--- Tiny homes allowed (600 sq ft minimum)
--- Short-term vacation rentals permitted
--- RV/camping use allowed (14 days every 3 months)
--- Tent camping allowed (14 days every 3 months)
--- No time limit to build - develop at your strategic pace
--- Outside Fema flood zone (Zone X)
- HOA/Poa: Voluntary only - Sangre de Cristo Ranches POA ($25/Year) - road maintenance and greenbelt access
- Community Greenbelt: 5,000+ acres of dedicated hunting and recreation land available to all property owners
- Improvements: Flat desert mountain terrain, natural vegetation, ready for development
- Access: County-maintained dirt roads via Arrowhead Rd. and Mellick Rd. - year-round dual access
- Water: Well or cistern required - contact Division of Water Resources ) for well permit
- Sewer: Septic required - county-approved installation
- Electric: Off-grid solar or wind recommended - contact Xcel Energy ) for grid availability
- Solar Potential: Excellent - solar panels and off-grid systems fully permitted
- Wind: Small residential wind generators allowed
- Gas: Propane only - contact local providers or Gas Department )
- Rainwater Collection: Yes - legal in Colorado with applicable restrictions
- Trash: GT Trash Services or county transfer station
Note: Information presented in this listing is deemed accurate but not guaranteed. Buyers are advised to conduct their own due diligence and verify all details independently.
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Location And Setting Overview
Gateway to the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Community: Nestled in Unit D of the Sangre de Cristo Ranches subdivision of Costilla County, this 5.26-Acre parcel places you within one of Colorado's most established and historically appreciated private land communities. The Sangre de Cristo Ranches were developed beginning in 1971 by Forbes Inc., who recognized the extraordinary natural setting of these foothills - named "Blood of Christ" by Spanish explorer Antonio Valverde y Cosio in 1719 for the deep red hues that flood the snowcapped peaks at sunrise and sunset. Today, the Sdcr community spans over 51,000 acres of privately held land in south-central Colorado, with an additional 5,000 acres of community greenbelt dedicated to hunting and recreation for property owners. At 8,150 feet with flat terrain and dual road access, your Unit D parcel occupies one of the most practical and buildable positions in the entire community.
The Smart Money Has Been Here for Over 50 Years: Land in the Sangre de Cristo Ranches that Forbes originally priced at $50 per acre in the early 1970S has appreciated to $1,000-$2,000+ per acre in recent decades as Colorado's mountain land market has matured and demand for authentic high-country property has grown. Today, Costilla County remains one of the last places where five-acre mountain parcels with community hunting greenbelts, 14er views, and established subdivision infrastructure can still be acquired at genuinely accessible prices. As Colorado's Front Range cities continue expanding and mountain properties in Summit, Eagle, and Routt counties move beyond individual buyer reach, southern Costilla County draws increasing attention from investors, retirees, remote workers, and outdoor enthusiasts who have discovered what longtime Sdcr owners have known for generations.
Convenient Access with Authentic Mountain Character: Despite the off-grid atmosphere that gives Sangre de Cristo Ranches its deeply appealing mountain independence, your property maintains practical year-round access via two separate county-maintained dirt roads - Arrowhead Rd. and Mellick Rd. - providing redundant access that enhances both development convenience and resale value. US Highway 160 and Colorado Highway 159 are your closest major connections, placing Fort Garland just 15 minutes west at their intersection. Alamosa's full commercial infrastructure is approximately 33 miles west. Colorado Springs, the nearest major metro, is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes north via I-25. Walsenburg and Pueblo are accessible via I-25 north for major commercial supply runs.
Four-Season Mountain Living Without Extreme Snowpack: One of the Sangre de Cristo Ranches' most valuable and underappreciated attributes is the practical four-season usability of properties at this elevation. At 8,150 feet, you enjoy genuine mountain character - clean air, dramatic views, cool summer temperatures, and autumn color - without the extreme snowpack that makes higher-elevation Colorado properties inaccessible or unusable for months at a time. Spring brings warming temperatures and wildflower blooms across the foothills, drawing photographers and hikers as Mountain Home Reservoir thaws and fishing season opens. Summer days are comfortable at altitude - a natural draw for regional visitors escaping lowland heat. Autumn transforms the surrounding mountains with golden aspen and triggers the elk rut, creating peak demand from hunters who book extended stays and return every year. Winter brings postcard mountain scenery and proximity to multiple ski destinations including Taos (90 minutes south), Wolf Creek (2 hours west), and Monarch Mountain (1.5 hours north).
The result is a property with genuine four-season recreation appeal, rental income potential across multiple seasons, and ownership enjoyment that stretches well beyond the narrow summer windows that limit higher-elevation Colorado properties. Hunters in fall, skiers in winter, hikers and fishermen in spring and summer - the Sdcr community supports year-round engagement with the Colorado outdoors at a price that simply cannot be matched in other mountain counties.
Tranquil Desert Mountain Setting with Maximum Buildability: The land presents a flat, plain desert mountain profile at 8,150 feet - a genuinely uncommon configuration in Colorado foothills where most parcels require expensive grading, retaining walls, and complex engineering for foundations and septic systems. Your 5.26 square acres develop cleanly and cost-effectively, with a regular square shape that maximizes every foot of usable space and simplifies site planning considerably. Natural desert vegetation of sagebrush and piñon provides privacy and authentic Colorado mountain character without requiring landscaping investment. Clean air, minimal light pollution, and wide-open sky views define the daily experience of ownership here - exactly the qualities that vacation rental guests pay premium rates to experience and that property owners never stop appreciating.
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Why Sangre de Cristo Ranches Ownership Changes Everything
The Greenbelt Advantage: Every property owner in the Sangre de Cristo Ranches gains access to over 5,000 acres of dedicated community greenbelt land - a benefit that sets Sdcr apart from virtually every other Colorado subdivision at this price point. This greenbelt provides genuine hunting access for elk, mule deer, antelope, turkey, and other wildlife without requiring expensive private hunting leases. With roughly 7,000 elk in the local herd and hunting licenses readily obtainable, Sdcr property ownership includes recreational hunting privileges that serious hunters pay thousands of dollars annually to access elsewhere in Colorado. Hunters represent one of the highest-value rental guest segments - they book 5-10 day stays, arrive during shoulder seasons when other properties sit vacant, return annually with the same group, and pay premium rates for properties with direct greenbelt access and wildlife proximity.
Dual Road Access - A Genuine Development Advantage: Your Unit D parcel benefits from access via both Arrowhead Rd. and Mellick Rd. - two separate county-maintained dirt roads providing redundant access that most Sdcr lots do not offer. Dual access reduces the risk of seasonal road closure impacting your property, simplifies the logistics of construction equipment and service vehicle access during development, and is a genuine selling point that distinguishes this parcel from single-access alternatives during resale. Buyers and contractors both value the operational flexibility that dual access provides, particularly in mountain environments where weather can occasionally impact road conditions.
Community Road Maintenance: Costilla County maintains the roads within and accessing the Sangre de Cristo Ranches year-round, providing reliable access for owners, guests, contractors, and service vehicles without the expense of private road maintenance. This county-maintained infrastructure represents genuine ongoing value - road maintenance in rural mountain environments is expensive, and having county responsibility for your access roads eliminates a cost and logistical burden that unimproved private road access would create.
The Voluntary POA Structure: The Sdcr POA is entirely voluntary at $25 per year - providing the benefits of community organization and greenbelt access without mandatory fees, architectural review processes, or restrictions limiting your development vision. You get community infrastructure and shared recreation access without any of the HOA enforcement mechanisms that restrict development, rental use, or resale in most Colorado subdivisions of comparable scale.
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Investment Strategies - Multiple Paths to Profit
Strategy 1 - Hunting Cabin Rental: Capitalize on Sdcr's 7,000-Head elk herd and 5,000-Acre community greenbelt by developing a hunting cabin targeting the premium Colorado hunting market. Total development investment: approximately $75,000-$125,000 including land, solar, well or cistern, septic, and basic cabin. Hunting cabin rentals at $150-$250/Night during September-November season (45-60 days) generate $6,750-$15,000 in peak season alone. Add summer recreation rental income and annual revenue of $15,000-$25,000 is achievable, representing strong cash-on-cash returns on development investment.
Strategy 2 - Vacation Rental Mountain Retreat: Develop a quality manufactured home or small cabin targeting the broader Colorado mountain vacation rental market. Total investment: approximately $80,000-$140,000. Rental income at $100-$180/Night at 40-50% occupancy generates $14,600-$32,850 annually. After management fees and operating expenses, net returns of $9,000-$20,000 annually represent solid performance plus ongoing property appreciation. Mount Blanca views, elk access, Mountain Home Reservoir fishing, and ski proximity create a compelling multi-season marketing story.
Strategy 3 - Manufactured Home Placement: Install a quality manufactured home for efficient development timeline and cost. Double-sectioned manufactured homes are permitted with standard placement requirements. Total development cost including land and home: approximately $75,000-$120,000. Long-term rental income at $800-$1,300/Month generates $9,600-$15,600 annually from the growing market of remote workers and retirees seeking affordable Colorado mountain living. Or sell the improved parcel for $80,000-$140,000, generating $30,000-$50,000 development profit.
Strategy 4 - Raw Land Hold: Purchase with owner financing at $275/Month. Hold 5-10 years while Sdcr values appreciate. Annual carrying cost is $212.48 in taxes plus $25 voluntary POA - under $238 per year to hold 5.26 acres of Colorado mountain land with greenbelt hunting access. Conservative 4% appreciation grows $14,999 to $22,204 in 10 years. Moderate 6% reaches $26,862. Holding costs are so low that patience costs almost nothing while appreciation compounds.
Strategy 5 - Off-Grid Retreat: Develop as a fully self-sufficient off-grid mountain base. Solar array, cistern or well, propane heat, and a quality cabin or yurt creates a private Colorado mountain retreat for under $70,000-$100,000 in total development investment. At 8,150 feet in Costilla County, this level of privacy, mountain character, and recreation access would cost multiples more in any other Colorado mountain county.
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Recreational Opportunities
Mountain Home Reservoir - Minutes Away: Mountain Home Reservoir State Wildlife Area is accessible within minutes of your property - rainbow trout, brown trout, and cutthroat fishing in summer, ice fishing through winter, boating, kayaking, and lakeside camping. This reservoir represents one of the most consistent and accessible still-water fishing destinations in southern Colorado, drawing anglers from across the region who specifically choose vacation rentals in the Sdcr area for proximity to quality trout water. Early morning fishing before breakfast and returning by lunch is a reality for property owners in Unit D - a lifestyle asset that no amount of money can manufacture once you leave this location.
Elk and Wildlife - Community Greenbelt Access: Roughly 7,000 elk in the local herd combined with 5,000+ acres of accessible community greenbelt creates one of the most compelling hunting access packages available to landowners in Costilla County. September archery season during the peak elk rut is particularly prized - bulls bugling across open mountain terrain at 8,150 feet is a uniquely Colorado experience that serious hunters travel long distances and pay premium prices to access. Mule deer, antelope, wild turkey, and numerous bird species extend the hunting calendar across all four seasons. Sdcr property owners gain these privileges automatically - no additional leases, no access fees beyond the $25 voluntary POA membership.
Great Sand Dunes National Park - 34 Miles Away: North America's tallest sand dunes - 750 feet rising from the San Luis Valley floor at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains - represent the region's premier tourism anchor and your most powerful vacation rental marketing asset. Great Sand Dunes draws over 500,000 visitors annually for sandboarding, hiking the dune ridgelines, wading in Medano Creek, wildlife watching, and world-class dark sky observation. Combining mountain hunting retreat character with national park proximity is a rare and valuable marketing combination that few Colorado properties can honestly claim.
Fort Garland Museum and Cultural Heritage: Fort Garland Museum and Cultural Center, just 8.2 miles west, is one of Colorado's oldest standing frontier forts and an authentic cultural anchor for the region. The restored adobe buildings, Kit Carson's commandant quarters, and Buffalo Soldiers exhibits provide a genuine historical experience that vacation rental guests mention repeatedly in positive reviews and that gives the Sdcr region a cultural identity beyond its natural beauty. The Jack Dempsey Birthplace Museum in Manassa (about 50 miles south) and the San Luis Valley Museum in Alamosa add additional cultural depth to the regional tourism offering.
Ski Resorts - Multiple Options Within 90-120 Minutes: Taos Ski Valley (90 minutes south) offers world-class skiing and is paired with Taos's extraordinary cultural scene - Taos Pueblo Unesco World Heritage Site, galleries, restaurants, and Rio Grande Gorge rafting. Wolf Creek Ski Area (2 hours west) averages 430+ inches of annual snowfall - more than anywhere else in Colorado - and draws dedicated powder hounds from across the Rocky Mountain region. Monarch Mountain (1.5 hours north) provides a quieter, uncrowded ski experience that local residents specifically value. Having three distinct ski destinations within 2 hours is a winter rental marketing advantage that few Colorado properties outside of Summit County can match.
Stargazing and Dark Skies: At 8,150 feet in one of Colorado's most sparsely populated counties, light pollution is essentially nonexistent. The Sangre de Cristo Ranches consistently receive recognition among amateur astronomers and astrophotographers for producing some of the clearest and darkest night skies in the continental United States. Properties marketed around this dark sky experience command premium rates from a fast-growing audience of travelers - astrophotographers, astronomy enthusiasts, couples seeking a romantic mountain escape, and families introducing children to unobstructed stargazing for the first time.
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Building And Development Options
Flexible Zoning for Your Vision: Estate Residential (Er) zoning in Costilla County provides the development flexibility that mountain land investors need while preserving the natural character that makes Sdcr properties so distinctively valuable. Single-family dwellings permitted with 600 square foot minimum. Modular and manufactured homes permitted with standard placement and utility requirements - mobile homes must be manufactured after 1976. Tiny homes allowed at 600 square foot minimum per county, 600-800 square foot minimum per Cc&Rs depending on number of stories. Short-term vacation rentals permitted. RV and camping use allowed up to 14 days every 3 months.
There is no time limit imposed on development beyond standard building permit validity - permits are valid for one year from issuance, giving you strategic flexibility to plan carefully and execute when your capital and conditions align.
Utility Infrastructure Reality: Most Sdcr properties operate on off-grid systems by nature and community culture. Solar panels and off-grid systems are fully permitted and the standard approach throughout Unit D. A 5kW solar array ($15,000-$25,000) with battery backup provides reliable year-round power while enabling premium "100% solar powered" rental marketing that commands measurably higher nightly rates. Small residential wind generators are also permitted, enabling hybrid configurations for winter reliability.
Water requires a private well or cistern system. Contact the Colorado Division of Water Resources ) to obtain a well permit. Average well depths in the area range 150-350 feet. Cistern systems with hauled water allow immediate use at lower upfront cost while well drilling economics are evaluated. Rainwater collection is legally permitted in Colorado subject to state regulations. Septic installation must meet Costilla County requirements. Propane delivery is available locally for heating and backup power.
Development Timeline: Raw land hold requires only $212.48 in annual taxes plus optional $25 POA while your strategy develops. Site work and access improvements take 1-2 months. Solar and cistern installation takes 1-2 months. Manufactured home placement takes 2-4 months. Site-built cabin construction requires 4-12 months. A realistic phased approach: Year 1 - install solar, cistern, and establish site access; Year 2 - place dwelling and begin operations; Year 3 - optimize and evaluate exit or long-term hold.
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Investment And Market Analysis
Value Trajectory - Colorado Mountain Land at the Right Price: The Sangre de Cristo Ranches represent one of Colorado's most consistently appreciated land communities over the past five decades. Land originally priced at $50 per acre by Forbes in the 1970S has reached $1,000-$2,000+ per acre as Colorado's mountain real estate market has matured. Your entry at approximately $2,852 per acre for 5.26 acres of flat mountain land with greenbelt hunting access represents genuine value in a state where comparable mountain acreage routinely trades at multiples of this price in most other counties.
The regional appreciation drivers are strong and sustained. Colorado's mountain land market continues attracting Front Range buyers, out-of-state remote workers, and retirement-age buyers from across the country. Costilla County's combination of affordability, authentic mountain character, and extraordinary recreation access is drawing increasing attention from buyers priced out of Chaffee, Saguache, and other mountain counties further north. As that buyer pool expands, Sdcr's pricing advantage narrows - rewarding buyers who establish positions now.
Ultra-Low Carrying Costs: Annual property taxes of $212.48 and a voluntary POA of $25 per year create total carrying costs under $238 annually for 5.26 acres of Colorado mountain land. If using Easy Financing at $275 per month, your total annual cost including financing is under $3,538. Compare this to virtually any other Colorado mountain land investment where taxes alone often reach $1,000-$5,000 annually and HOA fees add thousands more. These minimal carrying costs create genuine strategic optionality - you are never forced to sell in a down market.
Multiple Exit Strategies: Sell raw for appreciation gains. Develop and sell improved for substantial profit. Operate as hunting cabin or vacation rental for ongoing income. Use as personal retreat. The greenbelt hunting access, dual road entry, flat terrain, and established community infrastructure create a buyer pool extending far beyond local investors.
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Off-Grid Potential
Colorado's Premier Off-Grid Mountain Community: The Sangre de Cristo Ranches have operated as a largely off-grid mountain community since their founding in 1971. The community culture of self-sufficiency, solar power, cistern water, and propane heating is deeply established and widely supported - making Sdcr one of the most welcoming off-grid development environments in Colorado. Your flat Unit D parcel, with solar and wind generation permitted and dual road access for propane and water deliveries, is ideally configured for off-grid development with minimal infrastructure complexity.
Solar Economics at 8,150 Feet: At this elevation in southern Colorado, solar irradiance is excellent throughout the year. A 5kW solar array ($15,000-$25,000) provides reliable power for any residential or rental application while eliminating ongoing utility bills entirely. Properties marketed as "100% solar powered" command 15-25% premium rental rates over grid-connected competitors - a revenue advantage that meaningfully accelerates return on the solar investment. Small residential wind generators are also permitted, enabling hybrid systems that maintain reliable power during overcast winter periods.
Water and Full Self-Sufficiency: Private well permits are obtainable through the Colorado Division of Water Resources at. Cistern systems with hauled water provide immediate low-cost water access while the well drilling decision is evaluated. Rainwater collection is legal under Colorado state law, providing supplemental supply during the summer monsoon season. The combination of solar power, well or cistern water, propane heating, and septic waste management creates a fully independent property operation that requires no municipal utility infrastructure - a profile commanding growing market premium as buyers prioritize self-sufficiency and energy independence.
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Owner Financing - Your Path to Colorado Mountain Land
No Bank, No Problem: Traditional lenders do not finance raw land - this is one of the most consistent and frustrating barriers for individual investors building real estate wealth through land ownership. We provide straightforward owner financing making Sangre de Cristo mountain land accessible without credit score requirements, bank approval delays, or institutional gatekeeping of any kind.
Simple, Transparent Terms:
Cash Price: $14,999
Easy Financing:
- Down Payment: $275
- Documentation Fee: $249
- Total Due Today: $524
- Monthly Payment: $275/Month
- Loan Term: 72 months (6 years)
- Total Monthly: $275
Super Saver Financing:
- Down Payment: $300
- Documentation Fee: $249
- Total Due Today: $549
- Monthly Payment: $599/Month
- Loan Term: 30 months (2.5 years)
- Total Monthly: $599
Own 5.26 acres of Sangre de Cristo mountain land with elk hunting access for just $524 down and $275 per month - or pay it off in 2.5 years with the Super Saver plan. No credit checks. No bank delays. No gatekeeping.
No Prepayment Penalties: Pay off early at any time with zero penalties. Many buyers accelerate payoff after rental income begins or following the sale of another property.
How It Works - Simple and Fast:
Step 1: Explore - Review this detailed listing including GPS coordinates, zoning details, utility information, and investment strategies.
Step 2: Review - Examine the property information. Visit using the provided GPS coordinates: 37.33075, -105.38105. Access via Arrowhead Rd. or Mellick Rd. - confirm the flat terrain, dual access, and mountain setting firsthand.
Step 3: Choose - Cash ($14,999), Easy Finance ($524 down, $275/Month), or Super Saver ($549 down, $599/Month) - select the option that fits your strategy and timeline.
Step 4: Make It Official - Reserve online or by phone. We handle all paperwork and record the deed. Process completes in 1-2 days. 100-Day guarantee: change your mind within 100 days and we will refund your principal or help you exchange for another property.
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Take Action - Your Investment Begins Now
Investment Opportunity Summary: 5.26 acres in Sangre de Cristo Ranches Unit D, Costilla County, Colorado. Flat mountain terrain at 8,150 feet. Square parcel with dual county-maintained road access. Estate Residential zoning permitting homes, manufactured dwellings, tiny homes, short-term rentals, RV use, and camping. 5,000+ acre community greenbelt with elk hunting access. Mountain Home Reservoir nearby. Great Sand Dunes 34 miles away. Annual taxes $212.48. Owner financing from $524 down. 100-Day satisfaction guarantee.
Why This Won't Last: Five-acre flat mountain parcels in Sangre de Cristo Ranches with confirmed dual road access and community greenbelt hunting privileges represent a finite and increasingly valued inventory. Sdcr has appreciated steadily since Forbes-era pricing in 1971, and that trajectory reflects genuine, sustained demand for authentic Colorado mountain land at accessible prices. The window for today's entry point will not remain open as regional buyer awareness grows.
Simple Next Steps: Review the listing thoroughly, visit using the GPS coordinates provided, contact us with questions, choose your financing option, reserve the parcel, and begin planning your Colorado mountain investment.
100-Day Guarantee: We are completely confident this represents exceptional value. If you change your mind within 100 days for any reason, we will refund your principal payments or work with you to exchange for another property in our portfolio. We want you satisfied - full stop.
Your Path to Colorado Mountain Land: This parcel delivers exactly what individual investors and mountain land buyers seek - flat buildable acreage, dual road access, community greenbelt hunting, ultra-low carrying costs, and the authentic high-country Colorado character that money cannot manufacture once you leave this community. At $524 down and $275 per month, the only barrier between you and 5.26 acres in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains is the decision to act today.
Start living wild - your Colorado mountain adventure begins today.
Lot Maps & Attachments
Directions to Lot
Directions to Land
FROM DENVER (approximately 3 hours 15 minutes, 200 miles):
Take I-25 S from Denver toward Pueblo approximately 100 miles. Continue south on I-25 to Exit 52 for US-160 W in Walsenburg. Turn right onto US-160 W and continue approximately 50 miles over La Veta Pass toward Fort Garland. At Fort Garland, turn left (south) onto CO-159 S. Continue south on CO-159 approximately 6 miles. Turn right (west) onto Arrowhead Rd. (dirt road). Continue on Arrowhead Rd. to property - Lot 816, Unit D, Block 68, Sangre de Cristo Ranches. Also accessible via Mellick Rd. parallel to the north.
Gps: 37.33075, -105.38105
FROM COLORADO SPRINGS (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, 144 miles):
Take I-25 S from Colorado Springs toward Walsenburg approximately 80 miles to Exit 52 for US-160 W. Turn right onto US-160 W and continue approximately 50 miles over La Veta Pass toward Fort Garland. At Fort Garland, turn left (south) onto CO-159 S. Continue south approximately 6 miles. Turn right (west) onto Arrowhead Rd. (dirt road). Continue to property - Lot 816, Unit D, Block 68, Sangre de Cristo Ranches.
Gps: 37.33075, -105.38105
FROM ALAMOSA (approximately 45 minutes, 33 miles):
Head east on US-160 E from Alamosa approximately 33 miles to Fort Garland. Turn right (south) onto CO-159 S. Continue south approximately 6 miles. Turn right (west) onto Arrowhead Rd. (dirt road). Continue to property - Lot 816, Unit D, Block 68, Sangre de Cristo Ranches.
Gps: 37.33075, -105.38105
FROM TAOS, NM (approximately 1 hour 30 minutes, 80 miles):
Head north on US-285 N from Taos through Tres Piedras and Antonito toward Alamosa. At Alamosa, merge onto US-160 E and continue approximately 33 miles to Fort Garland. Turn right (south) onto CO-159 S. Continue south approximately 6 miles. Turn right (west) onto Arrowhead Rd. (dirt road). Continue to property - Lot 816, Unit D, Block 68, Sangre de Cristo Ranches.
Gps: 37.33075, -105.38105
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