Our lot located in the San Luis Valley surrounded by mountains, and is located 10.9 miles south of Blanca and 15.4 miles from Fort Garland, towns that have all the necessities.

Beautiful Smith Reservoir is just 6 miles East and working farms surround the area.

There is no time limit to build and camping is allowed.

There are homes in this area where most choose to live off grid.

Wells and septic systems are the norm and many use cisterns as a cheaper alternative to drilling a well. A cistern can be filled for as little as 25$ / 500 gallons of water at the San Luis water department.

Total price of $3500.

Taxes of $75 are paid up, not due again until Summer 2022.

To purchase our land, the process would be, I would need your name(s) and mailing address where I would scan and email you a signed contract, and which payment option you choose:

Total price of $3500, that can be paid in one full payment where your ownership is then transferred after receiving payment,

or $3500, paying for 2 month, $1750 and $1750.

or $3500, paying for 3 months, $1500, $1000, and $1000.

A $99 deed processing fee is to be paid with your final payment.

After receiving your final payment, your ownership will be legally recorded with the Costilla County Recorder via a Warranty Deed, guaranteeing all taxes paid up to date, no liens, clear title.

See with the pictures maps and satellite views.

I am a retired teacher, and got into land investing to supplement my teaching salary,

I am 71 and my wife 68, and we have gained the experience to select the best areas for land values and future home sites,

If within one year you are not satisfied with your land, you can trade for another lot as available, just paying the County transfer fees.

Our land as an investment: if you purchase land from us, at no charge, I would help you if you ever decided to sell in the future.

Real estate is, and will always be, a familys best investment.

Owning our land is having access to a lifetime of great family fun and recreation, in a very beautiful, natural setting.

Easy access via county maintained roads and just south of Smith Reservoir. Great views of Mount Blanca to the north and the Sangre De Cristo mountains to the east. You can install a well on this parcel or a water cistern. Build off the grid with a small cabin (minimum 600 sq ft) and homes here have septic systems,

The San Luis Valley Ranch Area (SLVR) is zoned "Estate Residential" and zoning restrictions are spelled out in the new "Land Use Code." Campers, travel trailers, and RVs can usually be used on SLVR sites for recreational purposes. Under the new code, they cannot be used for permanent residences. Mobile homes have to be 1976 or later models, and require a permit and inspection prior to occupancy. Cabins and homes also require an occupancy permit. These inspections and permits for permanent residences are required, "to protect the quality of life and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the occupants". A safety inspection of propane systems and electrical wiring are included. Usually an approved septic system will also be required before a occupancy permit is issued. The SLVR area has covenants that were recorded in the 1970s, but there presently is no homeowners association to enforce these covenants. Under the Land Use Code, all buildings must be set back at least 20' from the street.

Residential, minimum size home 600 sq ft. with no commitment or time limit to build.

A land owner can camp on their land for a total of 14 days during any consecutive 3 months, without needing a permit.

A long- term camping permit can be obtained if you are in the process of building your home with a building permit.

No HOA/POA fees.

Power by solar, propane or generator, Phone by cellular/satellite, TV/Internet by satellite.

Most homeowners here are living off the grid.

Colorado is one of the fastest growing states in the nation making land here even more valuable over time.

The San Luis Valley is one of the highest and largest intermountain valleys in the world. Bordered on the East by the Sangre De Cristo Mountains and the San Juans on the West, you will find a multitude of historical, cultural and recreational activities including: Monte Vista & Alamosa Wildlife Refuges, San Luis Lake State Park, Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve, Penitente Canyon, Thunder Mountain Speedway, Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Colorado Gator Farm, Del Norte, Monte Vista, and the Great Dunes National Park

Our lot is also surrounded by a number of working farms, The San Luis Valley is one of Colorados last large agricultural areas. It is also is one of the nations largest potato producing areas, and produces a lot of barley and hay. If you drink beer brewed in Colorado (either Coors or Bud), chances are good the barley it was brewed from was grown in the San Luis Valley.

The agricultural output of the Valley is amazing, since it sits at around 7,500+ elevation and has a relative short growing season. It averages generally less than 8 inches of precipitation per year and is totally reliant on irrigation. Winters can be cold, but with relatively little snow on the valley floor. The valley is also cool in the summer with few days topping 90 degrees.

The oldest settlements and the oldest continuously operating church in Colorado are in the Valley. There are some great local restaurants where one can find authentic southern Colorado/northern New Mexico New Mexican food. There are many neat things to see in the Valleythe Great Sand Dunes, an alligator farm (really!), the Stations of the Cross sculptures in San Luis (an absolute must-not-miss, regardless of ones religious persuasion), the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad and the Rio Grande Scenic Railroad (both not to be missed), just to name a few.

Costilla County Colorado is a great spot for anyone who loves the outdoors. One of the many things you can do here is spend time boating, fishing, or even fly-fishing. The area has plenty of walleye, pike, bass, trout, and a few other species of fish.

Costilla County is home to four main reservoirs: Mountain Home Reservoir, Sanchez Reservoir, Smith Reservoir, and Eastdale Reservoir. Because of Colorados conservancy efforts, these reservoirs have thriving wildlife and clean water. They are great places to spend the day on the water with family and friends fishing, sightseeing, and relaxing.

Blanca Peak is the fifth highest summit of the Rocky Mountains of North America and the U.S. state of Colorado. The ultra-prominent 14,351-foot peak is the highest summit of the the Sangre de Cristo Range, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.

The fourteener is located 9.6 miles NE of the Town of Blanca.

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Driving Directions From Blanca, 10.9 miles:

South on Smith Ave toward 7th Street

To right at the 3rd cross street onto Main Street

Take Rd G G and Colorado Springs Ave to Somerset Road, the land road.

Then use GPS to the lot,

Lot is 4 lots NE of Gothic Road on Somerset Road

GPS Corners:

NW 37.3897. -105.6736

NE 37.3903, -105.6728

SW 37.3885, -105.6720

SE 37.3891, -105.6712

See with the pictures maps and satellite views.

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TERMS

To purchase our land, the process would be, I would need your name(s) and mailing address where I would scan and email you a signed contract, and which payment option you choose:

Total price of $3500, that can be paid in one full payment where your ownership is then transferred after receiving payment,

or $3500, paying for 2 month, $1750 and $1750.

or $3500, paying for 3 months, $1500, $1000, and $1000.

A $99 deed processing fee is to be paid with your final payment.

Owner Financing. No interest charged. No credit check. No down payment.

You use the land as yours while making monthly payments, though no trees can be cut and no building can take place until is paid off and into your ownership, and 3 days per month camping is allowed while making payments, with no extended camping until is paid off and into your ownership.

Ownership transfer after final monthly payment.

A signed contract will precede payment.

After receiving your final payment, your ownership will be legally recorded with the Costilla County Recorder via a Warranty Deed, guaranteeing all taxes paid up to date, no liens, clear title.

We live in Ohio. Our connection to Colorado is our daughter lives in Denver, though she is not involved with our land sales. We visit her throughout the year, where we also explore land to purchase.

And just a note of encouragement for you if you purchase:

My wife and I have invested and sold land in a number of states, for 30 years.

You can trust we will process your notarized deeds correctly and quickly.

In that land ownership transfers are processed thru Costilla County, a State Govt. agency, not following thru per our legally signed contract would be a crime.

I certainly will do what I say, and would never put myself nor my wife in any legal jeopardy.

Also, we have sold properties on 4 sites online for over 25 years:

Landsalelistings, Landwatch, LandsofAmerica, and LandandFarm.

Our continued good status on these sites is due to our always following thru, as just one time we would not, we would not be allowed to sell on these sites ever again.