Together, Yet Your Own
Mesita, CO 81152
Costilla County, Colorado
Land Description
Owner Financing:
- $695 down (plus the $499 doc fee)
- $695 down $690.22/Mo for 84 months (plus prorated taxes and note maintenance fee)
Imagine a stretch of Colorado land big enough for everyone you care about - not just you, but your kids, your siblings, maybe even a few close friends. A place where each person can have their own piece of ground, their own slice of freedom, but still be tied together by something bigger. That's exactly what you'll find on this 25.41-Acre property in Costilla County. It's more than land. It's legacy.
This property isn't one giant, single lot that you'll need to carve up someday. It's already made up of multiple parcels, each with road frontage, each with its own independent access. That means you're not buying an idea of division - you're buying built-in flexibility. You can hold the whole thing as one big family investment, or you can keep some parcels and pass the others down. Everyone gets independence, but you all stay side by side.
That's the magic here. Together, yet your own.
A Landscape Made for Legacy
Set at an elevation of 9,054 feet, this high desert plateau stretches out in wide-open views. The land is mostly flat, dotted with low desert shrubs and hardy grasses, a picture of calm under an enormous Colorado sky. The horizon carries sweeping mountain views, and the quiet is broken only by the wind and the occasional passing bird.
This isn't a crowded subdivision. It's remote, but not unreachable. The property fronts a dirt road that's easy to access, giving you a solid way in and out. Power lines run less than a mile away, so connection to the grid is within reach, though many who buy here choose to live off-grid. Cell service is reliable, which means you can still connect when you need to.
If you've ever stood on land like this, you know the feeling. It's not just about what you see. It's about what you sense - the calm, the ownership, the permanence. Land like this doesn't just come and go. It's something you hold on to, something that carries weight far beyond today.
Location with Heritage and Horizon
The land sits just below the quiet historic town of Mesita, a community that carries the old stories of Costilla County. A short 14-mile drive puts you in San Luis, the oldest town in Colorado. There you'll find groceries, shops, culture, and community events that tie you into the roots of this valley.
Beyond that, the San Luis Valley spreads wide and welcoming. You're within reach of attractions that draw visitors from all over - and give you plenty of places to explore with your family.
Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve - a natural wonder of sweeping dunes, mountain backdrops, and endless adventure.
Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center - history that keeps the story of the region alive.
Bishop Castle - a hand-built marvel of stone and iron.
Colorado Gators Reptile Park - yes, alligators in Colorado, and a hit with kids of every age.
Cole Park and the Great Sand Dunes Visitor Center - more spots for weekend fun and family connection.
From mountain hikes to desert exploration, this is Colorado's quieter side - raw, open, and endlessly inviting.
Why This Land Stands Apart
What makes this property different isn't just its size - it's the setup. At 25.41 acres, you've got space, but more importantly, you've got multiple lots already created. That means every member of your family can claim their own parcel without you lifting a finger to subdivide. Each parcel has road frontage, giving every owner their own independent way in and out.
Think about what that means for the future:
You can keep the entire acreage as one big holding, waiting as values rise.
You can pass down individual lots to your kids, giving them not just an inheritance but their own corner of Colorado.
You can sell off one parcel at a time if you ever want to recoup part of your investment while holding on to the rest.
That's flexibility. That's foresight. And that's the kind of setup that appeals not just to today's buyer, but to anyone thinking about tomorrow.
This isn't about camping trips or weekend getaways - though you could do that too. This is about planting something lasting. About being the one who brings everyone together, side by side, each with their own ground under their feet.
The Practical Side
Of course, legacy is built on practical details. Here's what you need to know:
Apn: 71400540
County: Costilla County, Colorado
Size: 25.41 acres total (multiple legal parcels with road frontage)
Access: Dirt road frontage, straightforward and reliable
Elevation: 9,054 ft
Annual Taxes: $340
Utilities:
Power is available less than a mile away.
Water will require a well.
Waste will require a septic system.
Cell service and GPS are reliable.
The terrain is flat and usable, covered in low desert vegetation with long views to the horizon. It's a clean slate with room for vision.
The Investment Case
Let's talk money - not as the star of the show, but as the practical backbone of your decision.
Cash Price: $39,795
Down Payment: $695
Monthly Payment: $690.22
Term: 84 months
Doc Fee: $499 (non-refundable)
That's it. No complicated hoops. You get straightforward financing terms that make ownership accessible today, not someday. No banks, no credit checks, no hassle.
Think about it: for less than many car payments, you can secure 25.41 acres that already carry built-in flexibility and future value. That's not just buying land. That's making a move that will outlast you.
What It Feels Like to Own Here
Picture the moment. You stand on the dirt road that fronts these parcels. To your left, a stretch of land wide enough for one of your kids to claim their own. To your right, space for another family member, maybe a sibling or friend. And ahead, room for you - not to control, but to hold, to secure, to pass down.
There's pride in being the one who makes that happen. Pride in knowing that years from now, when your kids or their kids stand on the same ground, they'll say, “This was ours because someone thought ahead.”
It's not about building today. It's not about using it tomorrow. It's about having the vision to see land for what it truly is - the one thing that isn't being made anymore.
Why Wait?
Properties like this don't sit around. Especially when they're already divided into multiple lots with independent access. That setup gives you options no single big parcel can match. And in Costilla County, where affordability and wide-open space still meet, opportunities like this get noticed quickly.
You've seen the numbers. You've seen the details. You know the value. The question is simple: do you want to be the one who claims it, who holds it, who brings it all together? Or do you want to look back someday wishing you had?
Take the Step
Legacy doesn't just happen. It's created. This land gives you the perfect foundation to do it - for your family, your friends, and the generations who will follow.
Reach out today to secure this property. With just $695 down, the process is straightforward, the ownership is real, and the opportunity is yours.
“Together, Yet Your Own.” That's not just a headline. It's what this property delivers. And it's waiting for you to claim it.
State: Co
County: Costilla
Zip: 81152
Size: 25.41 acres
Apn: 71400540
Legal Description: SAN Luis Estates South Lots 54,55,56,101,102 )
(Qcd 391-693)
Lat/Long Coordinates:
Nw: 37.092347, -105.634075
Ne: 37.092961, -105.633336
Sw: 37.090986, -105.632317
Se: 37.091636, -105.631614
Elevation: 9,054 feet
Annual Taxes: Approx. $340 per year
Zoning: Residential
Flood Zone: No
HOA/POA: No
Improvements: No improvements done.
Access: Dirt Road
Water: Will need to install a Well
Sewer: Will need to install a Septic System
Utilities: Utilities Available nearby
Owner Financing:
- $695 down (plus the $499 doc fee)
$695 down $690.22/Mo for 84 months (plus prorated taxes and note maintenance fee)
We do not offer owner financing for residential use or full-time living on the property during the financing term.
Land Maps & Attachments
Directions to Land
From Alamosa, Colorado 81101, USA to Centennial School District R-1, Colorado, USA
-Head south on Ross Ave toward Fourth St 30 sec (459 ft)
-Follow US Hwy 285 S and CO-142 E to Rd 10 in Costilla County 46 min (43.5 mi)
-Continue on Rd 10. Drive to Vista Dr 13 min (8.4 mi)
-Turn right onto Rd 10 5.0 mi
-Turn right onto Rd J 1.0 mi
-Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Rd 9 1.0 mi
-Turn right onto Rd H 0.9 mi
-Turn left 0.2 mi
-Continue onto Vista Dr 0.3 mi
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