5.26 Acres, Flat Buildable Lot, Sangre de Cristo Views, CO

ESCAPE TO COLORADO'S HIGH COUNTRY - BUILD YOUR MOUNTAIN RETREAT Claim your piece of Rocky Mountain freedom on this exceptional 5.26-acre property in the legendary Sangre de Cristo Ranches. Sitting at over 8,150 feet elevation with open, flat terrain and sweeping views of 14,000-foot peaks, this is your opportunity to build the off-grid sanctuary you have been dreaming about. ===PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS=== FLAT, OPEN, BUILDABLE TERRAIN - Unlike steep mountain lots that require expensive site work, this property features level desert-plain ground that: Eliminates costly excavation and grading Makes septic installation straightforward Allows maximum flexibility for home placement Provides easy access across the full parcel COUNTY-MAINTAINED ROAD ACCESS - Fronting on Mellick Road with secondary access via Arrowhead Road, both county-maintained dirt roads. No rough tracks, no guesswork. You drive straight in. PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS - At over 8,150 feet with open, unobstructed terrain, wake up to stunning vistas of: Blanca Peak (14,345 ft) - Colorado's 4th highest mountain The entire Sangre de Cristo Range The broad San Luis Valley floor stretching to the horizon Alpenglow painting the peaks at sunrise and sunset ===PERFECT FOR OFF-GRID LIVING=== SOLAR POWER PARADISE With 300+ days of sunshine annually and high-elevation efficiency, this flat, open parcel is ideal for a complete solar energy system. Build off-grid independence for less than typical grid connection costs - and never pay an electric bill again. BUILD YOUR WAY Estate Residential zoning allows: Site-built homes Modern manufactured homes (1976 and newer) Tiny homes and cabins RV camping (14 days every 3 months while planning your build) No HOA, no mandatory fees, no architectural review boards WATER AND UTILITIES Well or cistern for water (well permits through Colorado Division of Water Resources) Septic system (flat terrain ideal for conventional systems) Solar, wind, or generator for power Propane or LP for cooking and heating Starlink satellite internet for remote work capability ===LOCATION AND LIFESTYLE=== MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE AT YOUR DOORSTEP 13 minutes to Fort Garland - Historic town with essential services, gas, groceries, and the famous Fort Garland Museum and Cultural Center 40 minutes to Alamosa - Regional hub with Walmart, grocery stores, hospital, restaurants, and the San Luis Valley Museum 45 minutes to Great Sand Dunes National Park - North America's tallest sand dunes with year-round recreation, sandboarding, and world-class stargazing Access to Sangre de Cristo Wilderness - 220,000 acres of pristine backcountry with alpine lakes, fourteener peaks, and unlimited exploration WORLD-CLASS RECREATION Trophy elk and mule deer hunting in the surrounding GMUs Fourteener climbing - Blanca Peak, Culebra Peak, Ellingwood Point all within range Fishing at Mountain Home Reservoir and backcountry alpine lakes OHV trails and mountain biking Dark sky stargazing - some of the lowest light pollution in the lower 48 CLIMATE 300+ sunny days per year Summer highs in the comfortable 70s and 80s Cool mountain nights perfect for sleeping Low humidity year-round Manageable winter snowfall at this elevation ===AFFORDABLE OWNERSHIP=== CASH PRICE: $14,999 OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE No credit checks, no bank hassles Low down payment with straightforward monthly terms Zero prepayment penalties - pay it off anytime Contact us for full financing details. Own Colorado mountain land for less than a car payment. Build equity instead of paying rent. ===PROPERTY DETAILS=== Location: Mellick Rd, Fort Garland, CO 81133 Parcel: 70211800 Legal: S.D.C.R. Unit D, Block 68, Lot 816 Size: 5.26 acres Elevation: 8,132 ft - 8,153 ft Terrain: Flat, plain, open desert Road Access: Mellick Rd and Arrowhead Rd (county-maintained) Zoning: Estate Residential (ER) Taxes: $213.44/year Tax Liens: None HOA: None GPS Coordinates (Center): 37.330561, -105.381056 ===WHY THIS PROPERTY STANDS OUT=== Flat, buildable terrain - No expensive grading or excavation required Dual road access - Mellick Rd and Arrowhead Rd both county-maintained No HOA - True freedom to build as you envision Spectacular 14,000-foot peak views - Million-dollar scenery at an accessible price Perfect for solar - 300+ sunny days, high-elevation efficiency Owner financing available - Accessible to everyone, not just cash buyers No tax liens - Clean title, straightforward purchase Proximity to recreation - National park, wilderness, hunting, and fishing ===WILDLIFE AND NATURAL BEAUTY=== Live among Colorado's magnificent wildlife: Rocky Mountain elk, mule deer, pronghorn antelope, black bears, mountain lions, golden eagles, and hundreds of bird species. The property sits in the Central Flyway with spectacular sandhill crane migrations each season. At night, enjoy world-class stargazing with the Milky Way stretching horizon to horizon. The dark sky experience available only at elevation with minimal light pollution. ===DEVELOPMENT FLEXIBILITY=== Immediate Use: Camp or park an RV for up to 14 days every 3 months while planning your build Building Options: Off-grid cabin setup: $40,000 - $80,000 Manufactured home package: $60,000 - $100,000 Custom mountain home: $120,000 - $200,000+ Long-term Investment: Colorado mountain property has consistently appreciated, especially parcels with clean titles, dual road access, and strong development flexibility. ===REGIONAL ACCESS=== Colorado Springs: 3 hours (185 miles) Pueblo: 2 hours 15 min (130 miles) Alamosa: 40 minutes (regional hub with full services) Taos, NM: 2 hours (world-class culture and skiing) Wolf Creek Ski Area: 2 hours (legendary powder, 430+ inches annually) Great Sand Dunes National Park: 45 minutes ===IMAGINE YOUR LIFE HERE=== Picture yourself watching the sun rise over Blanca Peak from your own flat, open land. The crisp high-altitude air. Elk moving across the valley below. Your solar panels silently generating power. Your well providing clean water. Complete freedom from the grid, from the noise, from the crowds. This is not just land. It is your ticket to the Colorado lifestyle. Your mountain sanctuary. Your legacy property. ===CONTACT AND NEXT STEPS=== Properties in the Sangre de Cristo Ranches at this price point with clean titles and dual road access do not stay available long. Ready to claim your Colorado freedom? Contact seller for additional photos and property information Review purchase agreement and financing terms Reserve with down payment Sign simple documents and become a Colorado landowner Questions? Contact us. ===IMPORTANT DISCLOSURE=== Information presented is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyers should conduct their own due diligence including visiting the property, verifying all details with Costilla County, reviewing CC&Rs, and confirming utility availability. We encourage thorough investigation before purchase. Contact Costilla County Planning and Development to verify building requirements, septic regulations, and current zoning at (719) 937-7668. Voluntary Association: Sangre de Cristo Ranch Owners, Inc. (no mandatory dues or fees) Your mountain retreat is waiting. Stop dreaming. Start building. Own Colorado. Own Freedom. Own Your Future.