5 Acres for Sale in Blanca, CO

5 Acres with Incredible Mountain Views of Mount Blanca

DESCRIPTION

This slice of heaven is a perfect example of the beauty that Colorado has to offer. Blue skies and mountain views are breath-taking. This 5 acres is out away from the hustle and bustle of city life. A place you can really enjoy nature without being disturbed. Yet it is close enough to town to get needed supplies.

What a view! This would make a great location for camping, building an off-grid / tiny house, or has enough space for your dream home with views of Mt. Blanca to the North (Blanca Peak soaring to 14,351 ft) and breathtaking sunrises and sunsets.

This parcel is relatively flat with plenty of locations for a building site or camping.

The Sangre de Cristo Ranches have more than 5,000 acres of dedicated green space for exclusive use of landowners to enjoy. Outdoor activities range from hunting, fishing, hiking, 4-wheeling, camping or just relaxing near your RV.

Fishing: Abundant locations in nearby reservoirs and mountains streams for pike, small mouth bass, and various trout. 30-35 minutes to Sanchez Reservoir, Smith Reservoir, or Mountain Home Reservoir.

Hunting: Outstanding opportunities from big game (mule and white-tail deer, elk, pronghorn, moose, bear) to small game (dove, pheasant, grouse, turkey and waterfowl).

The Great Sand Dunes National Park is only 38 miles away and makes for a great day-trip.

Short driving distances to world-class skiing in Colorado and Northern New Mexico.

PRICING DETAILS

Cash: $4,999

Financing: $6,499

FINANCING OPTIONS

Option 1: $325 Down + $299 Doc Fee, then $146.80 for 48 months, includes: principle ($128.63), note fee ($15) and pro-rated yearly taxes ($3.17).

Option 2: $500 Down + $299 Doc Fee, then $168.15 for 40 months, includes: principle ($149.98), note fee ($15) and pro-rated yearly taxes ($3.17).

Option 3: $650 Down + $299 Doc Fee, then $180.64 for 36 months, includes: principle ($162.47), note fee ($15) and pro-rated yearly taxes ($3.17).

PROPERTY DETAILS

County: Costilla County

APN: 708-03-100

Address: Second Street, Blanca, CO 81123

Google Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?mid=11do1uoIIVKgPUUd6yekoM3IffMpabdtP&ll=37.25941474509546%2C-105.58233045731379&z=16

Size: 5.0 Acres

Access-Dirt Road

Conveyance-Warranty Deed

Coordinates: 37.2601, -105.58281

Utilities

Power: None

Water: None

Sewage: None

HOA/POA Fees: NA

Terrain: Flat

Zoning: Residential

Yearly Tax: $38.04

Legal Description: M.B.V.R. UNIT 3 BLK 16 LOT 4 CONT. 5.00 AC

COUNTY PROFILE

Costilla County is the ninth-least populous of the 64 counties in the U.S. State of Colorado. The county seat is San Luis, the oldest continuously occupied town in Colorado.

As of the census of 2000, there were 3,663 people, 1,503 households, and 1,029 families residing in the county. The population density was 3 people per square mile (1/km²). There were 2,202 housing units at an average density of 2 per square mile (1/km²).

There were 1,503 households out of which 28.50% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.60% were married couples living together, 11.30% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.50% were non-families. 28.10% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.60% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 2.98. The median age was 42 years.

The median income for a household in the county was $19,531, and the median income for a family was $25,509, the lowest for Colorado. Males had a median income of $22,390 versus $16,121 for females. The per capita income for the county was $10,748.

For more information regarding the county and or any regulations you might be interested in, check out this link: https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/costillacounty

THINGS TO DO

The County hosts four reservoirs. Eastdale Reservoir, Sanchez Reservoir, Smith Reservoir and Mountain Home Reservoir. Fishing, fly fishing and boating provide recreation for anglers local and visiting. The reservoirs teem with the likes of walleye, pike, bass, several species of trout and other types of fish. For those more interested in nature watching, the reservoirs house a variety of wildlife. Deer, elk, antelope, coyotes, bears, bighorn sheep, mountain lions and Sandhill cranes are common sites in these areas. Large herds of 100 elk are not uncommon. For birding enthusiasts, Costilla County holds the promise of plenty of sightings. Birding sites aid in identifying habitats across the county that include cliff faces, sagebrush, wet meadows, mountain meadows, ponds, lakes, forests and, of course, the reservoirs.

The Fort Garland Museum preserves an old army fort built in 1858. The fort hosts tours and manages Pike’s Stockade educating visitors on military history. Visitors are free to roam the grounds, explore Pike’s Stockade and browse the gift shop. Fort Garland also spotlights the folk art and culture of the Hispanic community in southern Colorado.

Big game hunting draws woodsman near and far to Colorado. Costilla County is populated with deer, elk, antelope, bears, bighorn sheep and mountain lions. Habitats to track game include mountain habitats, sagebrush flats, pinyon and juniper rangeland and cottonwood stream bottoms. Upper elevations contain heavy timber with pure and mixed aspen and conifer. Trinchera Ranch near Fort Garland brings the thrill of the hunt to reality. Elk, deer, mountain lion and Bighorn sheep await the rifleman or bow hunter with the skill. For those seeking adventure without the artillery, the ranch offers wildlife watching and ranch tours, hiking and mountain biking trails, and roped rock climbing, fishing and fly fishing excursions and more.

Costilla County boasts a variety of scenic views and historic sites to visit in between other stops. Perhaps the grandest scene is that of Mt. Blanca and Blanca Peak best seen from the town of Blanca. The Peak towers at 14,345 feet tall claiming rank as the fourth highest mountain in Colorado.

With so much to see and do in Costilla County visitors need time to take it all in. Camping in the picturesque landscapes and nature laden areas of this county compares to none other. The perfect reprieve from the noise of life exists in Costilla as visitors wake to the sweet sounds of nature or the breathtaking view of Mt. Blanca.

Costilla County, Colorado is a farming and an agricultural area which draws visitors to its rich history, abundant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. With much to do and see, an extended stay may be in order.

SHOPPING

Authentic souvenirs are a must have before a trip home from Costilla County. Local shops offer goods as well as history, charm and warmth to visitors. The small towns of Blanca and Fort Garland host gift stores which merchandise leatherwork, handmade jewelry, souvenirs and Indian crafts. In Blanca, the Forest Tango Art Works features a gallery of paintings and wooden sculptures by Terry and Joyce Henrie. Also, the Red Rocks General Store offers true general store finds as well as unusual, but authentic Polish sausage sandwiches. The Mt. Blanca Fudge Company occupies a historic post office and serves up 24 flavors of fudge plus local crafts. Of course, the studio of Hubert Maestas, sculptor of the Shrine of the Stations of the Cross statues, is located in San Luis.

NEARBY TOWNS

Alamosa, Blanca, Fort Garland, San Acacio, San Luis, Pueblo

POINT OF INTEREST

Great Sand Dunes National Park, Sanchez Reservoir, Smith Reservoir, or Mountain Home Reservoir, Mount Blanca, Rio Grande River, Fort Garland Museum, San Isabel National Forest

ABOUT US

What makes us different? We are Sandy Land, a land company that prides itself on providing you a professional and caring experience on your land investing journey. You are doing business with the owners of the company, a mom and her daughters who believe that integrity and caring come first in everything we do. We are not a large corporation who only looks at the bottom line and doesn’t care about your unique land investing needs. We offer a wide variety of payment options including: credit card, PayPal, money order, check or ACH transfers. Every purchase comes with a 60-day money back guarantee, because we stand behind our land offerings.

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