Breathe Easy in The San Luis Valley
8th St : San Luis, CO 81152
Costilla County, Colorado
Land Description
Escape the chaos of city life and reconnect with nature on this gorgeous 5-acre property located in the heart of Costilla County, Colorado. Nestled in the quiet and scenic San Luis Valley Ranches subdivision, this lot offers breathtaking views of Mount Blanca, the tallest peak in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The land is flat, easily accessible via 8th Street (a dirt road), and sits at an elevation of over 7,800 feet, perfect for building your off-grid homestead, setting up a weekend getaway, or investing in land with long-term potential. Whether you plan to camp seasonally or build your dream cabin, this parcel offers the freedom to live life on your terms.
Zoned for Estate Residential use, the property allows mobile homes (manufactured after 1976), custom builds, and even temporary RV living (with a permit for stays longer than 14 days per quarter). With no Hoa, flexible zoning, and nearby public lands, the possibilities are wide open. Power can be sourced through solar, and water would be by well or water hauling, with septic for waste management.
The location is ideal, just minutes from the charming town of Blanca, and within easy reach of Fort Garland, Alamosa, and San Luis. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to the Great Sand Dunes National Park, Smith and Mountain Home Reservoirs, and wide-open trails for hiking, fishing, and exploring. Stargazing in this high desert region is nothing short of spectacular.
This land is your chance to invest in the raw, rugged beauty of Colorado at an affordable price. Whether you're looking to build, camp, or simply hold as a legacy property, this 5-acre parcel in Costilla County is ready to help you turn dreams into reality.
Pricing
Cash Price $7499
Owner Financing
$159 down, $159/Month for 60 months
Doc Fee $249
Property Highlights:
• Apn: 70345720
• Size: 5.0 acres
• Location: Costilla County, Co
• Zoning: Estate Residential (allows building, camping, RVs, mobile homes)
• Utilities: Off-grid (solar, septic, well/water delivery recommended)
• Access: 8th St, Dirt Road access
• Nearby Towns: Blanca, Fort Garland, San Luis
• Nearby Attractions: Great Sand Dunes, Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center, Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge and Visitor Center
Directions to Land
Starting in Blanca, CO, head west toward Smith Avenue for about 102 feet. Then,
turn right onto Smith Avenue and continue for 0.6 miles. Next, turn right onto 17th
Street and go 89 feet before turning left onto County Road 13.5. Continue on this
road for 0.5 miles, then proceed onto Cedar Avenue for 1.5 miles. Finally, turn right
onto 8th Street and drive for 476 feet.
