Escape to 2.27 Acres of Pure Quiet
Sunland Acres 4//46 : Montello, NV 89830
Elko County, Nevada
Land Description
A Private High-Desert Escape with Owner Financing Available
There comes a point where the pavement narrows, the traffic disappears, and the world begins to feel larger again.
Out here in Elko County, Nevada - at just over 5,500 feet in elevation - the land stretches wide beneath an uninterrupted sky. The noise of cities fades into memory. The pressure of proximity dissolves. And what remains is something increasingly rare: space that is truly your own.
This 2.27-Acre parcel in Sunland Acres Unit No. 4 offers exactly that kind of separation. Not staged rural living. Not “country-adjacent.” But genuine high-desert privacy, where visibility runs for miles and human activity feels distant rather than constant.
Located in Township 38 North, Range 68 East, Section 5 (Apn ), the property sits quietly within the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of the section - legally described as part of Sunland Acres Unit No. 4. The land is accessed via a private dirt tract east of the parcel, providing right-of-way entry without public road frontage. In practical terms, that means no commuter traffic, no subdivision flow-through, and no unexpected drive-bys.
This is land that stays quiet because of where it sits.
The elevation ranges from approximately 5,508 feet to 5,529 feet, offering gentle slope and natural drainage across the 2.27 acres. The terrain is classic Great Basin desert - open ground textured with native vegetation, subtle elevation changes, and long horizons framed by distant mountain ranges. It is the kind of landscape that changes character with the light. Morning brings wide gold tones across the basin. Afternoon stretches long and clear. And when the sun sets, the sky expands into one of the darkest nightscapes in the region.
If you have ever stood beneath a truly dark desert sky, you understand the difference. Without city glow or suburban spillover, the stars are not faint suggestions - they are present, layered, and vivid. Silence is not interrupted by traffic or overhead wires. It settles in fully.
While the parcel feels removed, it is not unreachable. US Highway 80 and Route 233 provide regional access, connecting you to Wells, West Wendover, and the city of Elko when supplies or services are needed. You can step into town intentionally - not because it surrounds you, but because you choose to go there.
This balance between access and isolation is part of what makes this area compelling. Elko County is one of Nevada's largest and most lightly populated counties. Development is sparse. Zoning is generally flexible compared to urban centers. And holding costs remain remarkably low. Annual property taxes on this parcel are approximately $28.90 per year. There are no back taxes owed and no tax liens. The assessed property value is currently $540, and the deed transferred by Grant, Bargain and Sale Deed in October 2023 (Instrument 828056), ensuring clean county record history.
Importantly, there is no HOA. No monthly association fees. No architectural review boards. No ongoing assessments. Ownership here is straightforward and uncomplicated.
Utilities are not installed on site - which, for many buyers seeking desert property, is a benefit rather than a drawback. The absence of municipal infrastructure allows for flexibility in designing an off-grid approach if desired. Solar systems, water hauling, holding tanks, and other independent solutions are common throughout rural Nevada. Buyers should of course verify specific building or usage plans directly with Elko County Planning and Zoning, but the region is known for its practical approach to rural land use.
What makes this parcel particularly attractive is not simply its size or price - it is its character. Many “rural” listings still sit near paved roads, visible neighborhoods, or steady traffic corridors. This parcel does not. Because access is via a private dirt tract and there is no public road frontage, visibility is limited to those who intentionally seek it out. That natural barrier preserves the privacy that buyers often search for but rarely find.
The surrounding region also offers quiet points of interest that reflect the spirit of the high desert. The internationally recognized Sun Tunnels art installation lies within the broader Great Basin area. Danger Cave State Park Heritage Area speaks to the deep archaeological history of the land. The Historic Wendover Airfield Museum preserves stories of World War II aviation. Scenic viewpoints and observation towers dot the open desert landscape. These are not crowded tourist attractions - they are quiet landmarks woven into a wide and largely undeveloped region.
Land in areas like this tends to attract a particular kind of buyer. Someone who values ownership over convenience. Someone who prefers open space to tight proximity. Someone who understands that the true luxury is not granite countertops or paved cul-de-sacs, but distance - from noise, from density, from constant interruption.
At 2.27 acres, this parcel provides enough room to create separation without overwhelming maintenance. It is large enough to establish a private camp or base, yet manageable for long-term holding. Because property taxes are so low, the cost to keep the land year after year remains minimal. For buyers who view land as a hedge against inflation or as a long-term tangible asset, those carrying costs matter.
The property sits at coordinates 41.212097, -114.296082, with corner elevations between 5,508 and 5,529 feet. Prospective buyers are encouraged to review maps, walk the parcel if possible, and conduct all desired due diligence with the county. Elko County offices - including the Assessor, Recorder, Treasurer, and Planning & Zoning departments - are accessible and transparent for verification purposes.
Ownership is offered with straightforward terms. The purchase price is $7,200 with owner financing available. A $150 down payment and $150 monthly payments over 48 months make entry accessible without traditional bank involvement. There are no credit checks and no lengthy underwriting processes. A one-time $249 document fee covers the preparation and recording of paperwork. Cash inquiries are also welcome.
The goal is simplicity. Clear pricing. Clear terms. Clean title.
It is important to set expectations honestly. This is raw high-desert land. Roads are dirt. Services are not installed. Weather can shift seasonally, with cold winters and warm summers typical of Nevada's elevation. If you are seeking a paved suburban lot with immediate utility hookups and nearby retail centers, this property will not fit that vision.
But if you are searching for land that feels separate - land that gives you quiet ownership at a manageable price - this parcel deserves serious consideration.
In a time when development continues to expand outward from nearly every city, parcels that maintain true privacy become harder to secure. The value here lies not only in acreage, but in location, isolation, and cost efficiency. There is no HOA changing rules. No escalating association dues. No dense cluster of neighboring rooftops pressing inward.
Just 2.27 acres of Nevada desert under open sky.
If this is the kind of ownership you have been looking for - something simple, independent, and removed from the noise - reach out through the “Contact Seller” button to begin the conversation. Review the maps. Ask your questions. Confirm the details with the county.
And if the land feels right, take the next step.
Because in places like this, what you are really buying is not just acreage.
You are buying room to breathe.
Don't miss your chance to claim it before someone else does. Click the yellow "Contact Seller" button and let's talk about what this land can do for you.
Directions to Land
From I-80, take the Exit toward Montello/State Highway 233 (this is the nearest signed exit for Sunland Acres area).
Head north on NV-233 toward Montello for several miles.
Once past Montello, look for county or dirt roads branching west or northwest off the highway - local maps or GPS are essential at this point. The subdivision roads in Sunland Acres are not marked by standard street signs.
Use the GPS coordinates (41.212097, -114.296082) in a reliable mapping app or dedicated GPS device. This will guide you across unnamed dirt roads/tracts to reach the site. Official access is via right-of-way dirt track east of the property, not a state-maintained highway.
