5 Acres for Sale in Mesita, Colorado

Ready for true independence and wide-open spaces? This 5-acre property in Costilla County, Colorado, can be yours with a low $199 down payment and just $159 per month for 60 months.

Imagine the satisfaction of building your own off-grid homestead on this flat, easy-to-develop land. What will your first project be? A garden under the vast Colorado sky, or a small cabin where you can truly unplug? At an elevation of 7,574 feet, you'll enjoy clear air and broad views of the surrounding hills and meadows, with only light shrubs dotting the landscape. This 5-acre parcel, APN 71528340 in Rio Grande Ranches, provides a blank slate for your vision.

The location offers a blend of solitude and accessibility to nature. You're just over a mile from the historic Rio Grande River, offering opportunities for fishing or riverside strolls. For those who love the outdoors, the San Luis Wildlife Management Area, spanning thousands of acres of public land, is less than ten minutes away. It's a prime spot for exploring, wildlife viewing, or simply enjoying the quiet of nature. The property is located close to Cordova Trail near San Luis, CO, putting you within reach of basic necessities while maintaining your peaceful retreat.

This is your chance to own a substantial piece of Colorado, create a self-sufficient lifestyle, and make the most of the abundant open space.

Discount Cash Price: $7,500

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$199 Down Payment + $159 Per month for 60 Months!

Note: $199 document fee will be required along with $10/mo note servicing fee & $6/mo property taxes for purchase on terms.

Property Details

• County: Costilla County
• Size: 5.03 acres
• APN: 71528340
• Address: CORDOVA TRL, SAN LUIS, CO 81152
• Annual Taxes: $72.40
• GPS Center: 37.094028, -105.714222
• Access: Dirt road via Cordova Trl.
• Subdivision: RIO GRANDE RANCHES
• Zoning info: Vacant RES Lots
• 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.