5.02 Acres for Sale in Fort Garland, Colorado

Take in the fresh mountain air on your own 5 acres in the Sangre De Cristo Ranches, with wide views of the mountains and plenty of open space around you. It’s the kind of place where you can slow down, get outside, and start shaping your own off-grid setup or weekend retreat.

This property is available with a down payment of just $500 and manageable monthly payments of $275 for 72 months. Taking this step brings you closer to owning a part of Colorado that aligns with a self-sufficient way of living.

The property sits at about 8,606 feet elevation and has a mix of gentle slopes and heavier shrubs, giving it a bit of privacy and character. There’s plenty of room to pick a spot for camping, a small cabin, or even a longer-term homestead. With year-round access on maintained roads, getting there is simple in any season.

When you want to head out, you’re about 16 minutes from Fort Garland, 20 minutes from Blanca, and around 40 minutes from Alamosa for more services. The surrounding area offers hiking, fishing, wildlife, and plenty of space to explore.

If you’ve been looking for a quiet piece of Colorado land where you can build something at your own pace, this property is a solid option. Reach out anytime for details

Discount Cash Price: $14,950

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$500 Down Payment + $275 Per month for 72 Months!

Note: $199 document fee will be required along with $10/mo note servicing fee & $15.9/mo property taxes for purchase on terms.

Property Details

• County: Costilla County
• Size: 5.02 acres
• APN: 70243590
• Address: Lucero Rd, Fort Garland CO 81133
• Annual Taxes: $191
• Elevation: 8606 ft
• Access: Dirt road via Lucero Rd
• Subdivision: Sangre De Cristo Ranches
• Zoning info: Estate Residential
• Camping: RV's or camping allowed 14 days every three months as per county regulations. Long term camping permit can be obtained while constructing a home.
• Building: Manufactured homes are allowed, minimum home size of 600 sq ft.
• No timeline for building- sit on the land as long as you'd like.

Nearby Attractions:

• Great Sand Dunes National Park – 1 hour
• Mountain Home, Smith, and Sanchez Reservoirs – minutes away
• Historic San Luis & Fort Garland – 15–30 minutes
• Alamosa – 45 minutes, the valley’s hub with shopping, restaurants, hospital, and Adams State University
• Rio Grande National Forest – 30 minutes
• Taos Ski Valley- 1.5 hours
• Wolf Creek Ski Area – 2 hours, famous for Colorado’s deepest powder
• Carson National Forest (NM) – 30 minutes south
• Colorado Springs – 2.5 hours
• Denver International Airport – 4 hours

We believe owning land isn’t just about property lines. It’s about the freedom, peace, and adventure that comes with it. When you make Costilla County your home base, you’re not just buying land. You’re buying a lifestyle.