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5.08 Acres of Pure, Unstoppable Lot

Blanca, CO 81123

Costilla County, Colorado

5.08 Acres
$9,500 USD
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Your 5.08-Acre Colorado Mountain Freedom Sanctuary

Where Sangre de Cristo Peaks Meet Endless Adventure - Own Your Legacy in Colorado's Most Pristine Wilderness

Last night's campfire is still smoldering. Your coffee's hot. The sky's turning pink over the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

You take a deep breath. The only sound? Your boots crunching in the dirt.

This isn't a vacation. This is your land. Forever.

But here's the truth: If you wait, someone else is going to own it. They'll sit by your fire. They'll wake up to your mountain view. They'll get everything you wanted-because they moved first.

Will you let that happen?

Property Snapshot: Your Gateway to Mountain Freedom

Your Mountain Kingdom Awaits

Size: 5.08 acres of pristine Colorado wilderness at 7,800+ feet elevation

Location: Costilla County, Colorado (Gps: 37.415684, -105.659889)

Legal: Clear title, your name on the deed (Apn: 70367410)

Zoning: Estate Residential (Er) - Maximum building flexibility

Access: Oxford Road - Drive right to your sanctuary

Annual Taxes: Just $115.08/Year - Less than your monthly streaming subscriptions

Flood Zone: Safe - Not in Fema flood zone

HOA: None - Your land, your rules, your freedom

Terrain: Rolling mountain terrain with multiple building sites

Historic Significance: Heart of ancient Ute hunting grounds

Location Benefits: Heart of Colorado's Recreational Paradise

You've discovered the secret. While everyone else pays premium prices in Denver and Colorado Springs, you'll enjoy authentic mountain living in Costilla County with world-class recreation just minutes away.

Your Strategic Mountain Position:

20 minutes to San Luis - Colorado's oldest continuously occupied town (founded 1851) with Hispanic heritage, essential services, and authentic New Mexican cuisine

30 minutes to Fort Garland - Historic frontier town with Kit Carson's preserved military command and essential services

45 minutes to Alamosa - San Luis Valley's commercial hub offering Walmart Supercenter, Home Depot, full medical facilities, Adams State University, and all modern conveniences

1 hour to Great Sand Dunes National Park - North America's tallest sand dunes rising 750 feet with sandboarding and camping under dark skies

2 hours to Wolf Creek Ski Area - Colorado's snow capital receiving 430+ inches annually

2.5 hours to Colorado Springs - major metropolitan area with airport and extensive amenities

The San Luis Valley Advantage: At 7,800+ feet elevation, you're living in the world's largest alpine valley - 8,000 square miles surrounded by fourteen 14,000-Foot peaks. This massive valley offers 300+ days of sunshine annually and perfect four-season climate.

Property Features: Nature's Masterpiece, Your Canvas

This isn't just undeveloped land - this is your blank canvas waiting for your vision to come alive on 5.08 acres of prime Colorado real estate.

Mountain Views That Steal Your Soul:

Panoramic views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountain Range - "Blood of Christ Mountains" creating a dramatic eastern wall of peaks rising over 6,000 feet from the valley floor

Mt. Blanca (14,345 feet) dominating your eastern horizon - Colorado's fourth-highest peak with year-round snow fields and spectacular sunrise alpenglow

Culebra Peak (14,047 feet) visible to the southeast - Colorado's southernmost 14er and most exclusive climb in America

Kit Carson Peak (14,165 feet) majestically rising to the northeast - featuring knife-edge ridges and technical rock climbing routes

300+ days of sunshine annually - more than San Diego, California, perfect for solar power systems

Bortle Scale 2-3 dark skies - among the darkest in America, allowing crystal-clear views of the Milky Way galaxy

Your Natural Mountain Sanctuary:

Rolling terrain perfect for building with multiple site options for different orientations and views

Native high desert vegetation requiring zero maintenance - pinyon pines, juniper, and wild grasses

Natural privacy - feel like you own the entire valley with distant neighbors

Excellent drainage - elevated position prevents flooding while sandy soil provides ideal septic conditions

Natural wind resources - consistent mountain breezes averaging 10-12 mph perfect for wind power

Multiple microclimates across 5.08 acres for gardens, solar positioning, and varied building sites

Premium Building Conditions:

Estate Residential (Er) zoning - build custom homes, manufactured homes, or live in RVs

Two homes allowed - main residence plus guest house for family compounds

Minimum dwelling size: 600 square feet (tiny homes welcome)

No HOA restrictions - build what you want, when you want

Well and septic required - typical well depth 150-200 feet, septic installation $5,000-8,000

Rv living options - short-term camping and long-term permits available

Rocky Mountains Paradise: Your Adventure Headquarters

You're not just buying land - you're buying access to the greatest outdoor playground on Earth. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains rising from your backyard offer world-class recreation year-round.

Your 14er Climbing Adventures:

Living at 7,800+ feet puts you in the heart of Colorado's most accessible 14er territory:

Mt. Blanca (14,345 feet) - 45 minutes away, Colorado's fourth-highest peak with multiple climbing routes and three-state summit views

Culebra Peak (14,047 feet) - Colorado's southernmost 14er offering exclusive climbing experience on private land

Kit Carson Peak (14,165 feet) - technical scrambling paradise with knife-edge ridges and dramatic exposure

Crestone Peak (14,294 feet) - expert-level climbing featured in mountaineering magazines

Humboldt Peak (14,064 feet) - perfect for beginners with well-maintained trails

Winter Sports Paradise:

Wolf Creek Ski Area (2 hours) - Colorado's snow capital with 430+ inches annual snowfall and 1,600 acres of terrain

Backcountry skiing unlimited - pristine bowls accessible directly from your property

Snowmobiling networks - thousands of miles of groomed trails across public lands

Cross-country skiing - maintained trail systems throughout the valley

Hunting and Fishing Excellence:

Your property sits in prime Game Management Unit territory with the massive San Luis Valley elk herd numbering over 15,000 animals:

Trophy elk hunting - archery, muzzleloader, and rifle seasons with excellent success rates

Mule deer paradise - healthy populations with trophy potential

Rio Grande River access (30 minutes) - world-class fishing for native cutthroat trout, rainbow trout, and brown trout

Rio Grande National Forest (adjacent) - 1.86 million acres of public hunting and fishing land

Land Use Possibilities: Your Vision, Unlimited

Estate Residential zoning gives you maximum flexibility to create exactly what you want - from simple weekend retreat to elaborate mountain compound.

Residential Dreams:

Custom mountain home - design your perfect retreat with panoramic mountain views

Off-grid sanctuary - solar power, wind generation, well water, and septic for complete independence

Manufactured home welcome - affordable mountain living solution with scenic backdrop

RV living headquarters - perfect for snowbirds or full-time mountain adventurers

Family compound - two homes allowed for multi-generational mountain living

Tiny home paradise - 600+ square feet qualifies for legal tiny house living

Recreational Paradise:

Hunting lodge - base camp for Rocky Mountain adventures with trophy game access

Wedding venue - mountain backdrop for life's special celebrations

Corporate retreat - executive escape with outdoor team-building activities

Photography studio - incredible natural lighting and mountain backdrops

Artist's retreat - inspiring mountain setting for creative endeavors

Investment Opportunities:

Land banking - Colorado mountain property continues appreciating as demand grows

Vacation rental income - rent to outdoor enthusiasts and 14er climbers

Event hosting - weddings and corporate events with stunning mountain views

Eco-tourism development - guided hunting, fishing, and wilderness experiences

Community and Lifestyle: True Colorado Mountain Living

Historic Costilla County Heritage:

Costilla County has deep historical roots dating back to 1851, with the area originally developed by Hispanic settlers from Taos, New Mexico. The nearby towns maintain authentic Spanish Colonial character and traditional cultural practices.

Small-Town Community Benefits:

San Luis (20 minutes) - Colorado's oldest town with rich Hispanic heritage and essential services

Fort Garland (30 minutes) - Historic frontier town with Kit Carson's preserved military command

Alamosa (45 minutes) - Regional hub with complete commercial services and medical facilities

Modern Conveniences Nearby:

Shopping in Alamosa: Walmart Supercenter, Home Depot, full medical facilities, restaurants

Medical care: San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center with emergency services

Education: Adams State University providing cultural events and educational opportunities

Emergency services: Costilla County Sheriff, fire, and medical emergency response

Climate and Terrain: Four-Season Mountain Paradise

Welcome to Colorado's perfect high desert climate - where every season brings new adventures and every day feels like vacation.

High Desert Mountain Climate at 7,800+ Feet:

Summer (June-August): Perfect 75°F days with cool 45°F nights for comfortable sleeping

Fall (September-November): Crisp 60°F days with golden aspen displays and prime hunting weather

Winter (December-February): Snowy wonderland with 35°F highs perfect for winter sports

Spring (March-May): Wildflower explosion with 55°F temperatures and ideal construction weather

300+ days of sunshine annually - more than San Diego, California

Low humidity - comfortable dry air eliminates muggy conditions year-round

Perfect Building Terrain:

Gentle rolling topography - ideal for construction without expensive grading

Excellent drainage - no flooding concerns due to elevation and soil composition

Multiple orientations - place your home for optimal solar gain and mountain views

Natural wind protection - terrain features minimize heating costs

Incredible Wildlife: Your Daily Entertainment

Living here means front-row seats to nature's greatest show. Your property sits in one of Colorado's richest wildlife corridors where ancient migration routes cross the San Luis Valley.

Large Game Spectacles:

Rocky Mountain Elk - herds of 100+ animals migrate past your property during spring and fall, with massive bulls bugling during September rut

Mule deer - daily visitors browsing native vegetation, with large bucks sporting impressive antlers year-round

Pronghorn antelope - speed demons racing across valley flats at 60+ mph

Black bears - respectful occasional visitors during berry season

Mountain lions - elusive presence leaving tracks but rarely seen

Wild horses - free-roaming herds throughout the San Luis Valley

Incredible Bird Life:

Golden eagles - daily sightings soaring overhead on 7-foot wingspans

Mountain bluebirds - brilliant blue residents flashing through pinyon pines

Great horned owls - night hunters with haunting calls echoing across the valley

Sandhill cranes - spectacular migrations with thousands of birds twice yearly

Wild turkeys - year-round residents providing hunting opportunities

Historic Treasures: Standing Where Legends Walked

Your property sits in the heart of the American West's most storied landscape where Spanish conquistadors, Native American tribes, and pioneering settlers all left their mark.

Ancient Heritage:

Ute Indian Territory - sacred hunting grounds used for over 1,000 years

Spanish Exploration - first European-explored regions in Colorado (1694)

Old Spanish Trail - historic trade route connecting Santa Fe to California

Archaeological significance - artifacts revealing 10,000+ years of human habitation

Local Historic Landmarks:

San Luis (20 minutes) - Colorado's oldest continuously occupied town (founded 1851)

Fort Garland (30 minutes) - Kit Carson's final military command (1866-1867)

Great Sand Dunes - sacred sites for multiple Native American tribes

Investment Potential: Smart Money Moves to the Mountains

Colorado Land Investment Advantages:

Population growth - Colorado adds hundreds of new residents daily, driving land demand

Mountain premium - properties with 14er views command significantly higher values

Recreation access - proximity to national parks and wilderness increases desirability

Off-grid trend - growing demand for self-sufficient mountain properties

Market Analysis:

Land appreciation - Colorado mountain land averages 6-8% annual increases

Tourism growth - outdoor recreation economy continues expanding statewide

Retirement destination - Baby Boomers seeking affordable mountain living

Remote work revolution - technology enabling mountain lifestyle with urban incomes

Utilities and Infrastructure: Modern Mountain Living

Power and Energy:

Solar power paradise - 300+ days of sunshine annually with excellent mountain clarity

Wind energy potential - consistent mountain breezes for small wind generators

Grid power available - electrical lines serve the area through local cooperatives

Generator backup - propane/gasoline generators common for off-grid living

Water and Waste Management:

Well required - typical depth 150-200 feet at $35-50 per foot drilling costs

Excellent water quality - clean mountain water from underground aquifers

Septic system required - costs $5,000-8,000, excellent soil conditions

Water hauling option - temporary solution at $2.50 per 500 gallons

Communications:

Cellular service - good coverage from major providers

Satellite internet - Starlink and other high-speed rural options

Landline available - traditional phone service through local providers

Zoning and Building Information: Maximum Freedom

Estate Residential (Er) Zoning Advantages:

Custom homes allowed - no restrictions on architectural style or size

Two homes permitted - main residence plus guest house

Manufactured homes welcome - 1976 or newer models fully supported

RV living options - short-term camping and long-term permits available

Agricultural uses - livestock, gardens, and farming operations encouraged

No HOA restrictions - build what you want, when you want

Building Requirements:

Minimum dwelling size - 600 square feet for single-story, 800 for two-story

Snow load - 30 pounds per square foot for Colorado mountain conditions

Wind load - 90 miles per hour engineering standards

Permits required - standard Costilla County building permits

No time limits - build when ready without pressure

Nearby Attractions and Amenities: Your New Playground

Natural Wonders (Within 2 Hours):

Great Sand Dunes National Park (1 hour) - tallest dunes in North America with sandboarding

Rio Grande National Forest (adjacent) - 1.86 million acres of wilderness recreation

Wolf Creek Ski Area (2 hours) - Colorado's snow capital with world-class powder

Sangre de Cristo Wilderness (30 minutes) - 220,000 acres of pristine backcountry

Historic Sites and Culture:

San Luis (20 minutes) - Colorado's oldest town with Spanish Colonial heritage

Fort Garland Museum (30 minutes) - Kit Carson's preserved frontier command

Stations of the Cross (20 minutes) - spiritual pilgrimage trail with bronze sculptures

Recreational Paradise:

14er climbing headquarters - multiple peaks within 1-2 hours

Hunting and fishing - unlimited opportunities on surrounding public lands

Dark sky stargazing - among America's darkest skies for astronomy

Pricing and Financing: Make Your Mountain Dream Affordable

This Land Can Be Yours For Less Than Your Monthly Truck Payment.

Lightning-Fast Cash Option:

$9,500 Cash (Discounted Cash Price) + $250 Doc Fee

Immediate ownership with clear title

No financing complications or interest charges

Quick closing for immediate mountain access

Prefer Payments? No Problem.

$216 Down + $250 Doc Fee $466 Total to Start

$216/Month for 60 months

Zero interest - what you see is what you pay

No credit checks - your property secures the financing

No prepayment penalties - pay off early without fees

30-day money-back guarantee - complete confidence in your investment

Why This is the Deal of a Lifetime:

Less than entertainment costs - $216/Month is less than most streaming and dining budgets

Inflation protection - fixed payments while land values increase

Immediate use - start camping, building, or developing right away

No bank hassles - simple owner financing without approval processes

How It Works: 5 Easy Steps to Mountain Freedom

Step 1: Easy Purchase - No hidden fees. Pay securely via ACH or credit card.

Step 2: Effortless Signing - Pay your down payment, we handle the paperwork. Sign electronically from home.

Step 3: Your Property, Your Access - The moment you sign, it's yours. Immediate property access.

Step 4: Convenient Payments - Make stress-free monthly payments through our online portal.

Step 5: YOU OWN Land - Start using your land immediately and enjoy your mountain paradise.

Why Choose TerraVest Land: Your Success is Our Mission

100+ Buyers Trust TerraVest Land - Real Buyers, Real Results

"Buying land from TerraVest Land was the best decision I ever made. The process was seamless, and now I have a place to escape." - Happy Landowner

What Sets Us Apart:

30-day money-back guarantee - complete satisfaction or full refund

Transparent process - no hidden fees or complicated paperwork

Expert guidance - deep knowledge of Colorado mountain properties

Complete support - from purchase to development, we're here to help

Immediate access - start enjoying your land right away

Last Chance: This Land Will Belong To Someone. Will It Be You?

Don't let another day pass without securing your 5.08-Acre piece of Colorado paradise with Sangre de Cristo Mountain views and unlimited recreational access. This isn't just a purchase - it's an investment in your freedom and your family's legacy.

The Smart Money is Moving to Colorado Mountains. Strategic location, 14er access, hunting paradise, no HOA restrictions, and incredible pricing make this the investment opportunity you've been waiting for.

Your Mountain Adventure is Calling. Answer now and take the first step toward your new life where elk trail through your backyard, eagles soar overhead, and every day feels like the adventure you were born to live.

Contact Us Today - Your Mountain Future Starts Now

Ready to claim your piece of mountain paradise?

Click the orange "Send Email" button now for your complete property package including:

High-definition drone footage and professional property photographs

Detailed GPS coordinates and survey maps

Local recreation resource guide and hunting information

Step-by-step ownership process explanation

Financing options breakdown

Questions? We Have Answers:

All questions answered with no obligation

Expert guidance on mountain building and development

Off-grid living consultation and utility planning

Recreation access and hunting guidance

Local community and services information

Remember: With our 30-day, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee, you can invest with complete confidence. Your Colorado mountain paradise with world-class hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation is waiting - will you answer the call?

Don't wait - prime Colorado mountain property at this price won't last long.

Hit the trail. Own the view. Claim your freedom.

Own the land that lets you breathe deeper, roam wider, and live louder - off the grid, but right in your element.

The mountains are calling. Will you answer?

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Estimated Annual Taxes
$115
Assessor Parcel Number (APN)
70367410
LANDFLIP ID
391693
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