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$ 1,175,000

Est. payment | -/mo

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,500 SqFt

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$ 1,175,000

Est. payment | -/mo

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3 Beds

2 Baths

1,500 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Stick Built

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,500 sqft

Price per Sqft $783

MLS Listing ID 834472

Style Contemporary

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1994

Annual Tax Amount $2,267

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 29.000 Acres

Acres 29.0

Property Sub-Type Stick Built

Property Description

Tucked privately into the rolling landscape of Southwest Colorado just outside Cortez, this exceptional ranch and equestrian property combines valuable WATER RIGHTS, usable acreage, horse infrastructure, paved-road access, and remarkable privacy in an authentic Western setting. The property cannot even be seen from the county road, with a private driveway extending approximately 300 yards before the ranch comes into view—creating a secluded feel without sacrificing convenient year-round access. Thoughtfully positioned to capture expansive views, open skies, and the surrounding countryside, this is the type of Colorado horse property increasingly difficult to find. Designed for both lifestyle and functionality, the ranch offers open pasture, natural terrain, established ranch infrastructure, and plenty of room for horses, livestock, equipment, riding, training, gardening, or future improvements. The equestrian component is a standout feature, providing the space and versatility needed for recreational riders, performance horses, or a more extensive horse operation, while the property's water rights add significant value and flexibility for agricultural and ranch uses. The comfortable single-level residence blends naturally into the setting and provides multiple possibilities—enjoy it as a full-time ranch home, use it as your Colorado getaway, live comfortably while designing and building a larger custom residence, or eventually transition it into a guest house or secondary living space, subject to applicable approvals. Large windows bring the surrounding landscape indoors, while outdoor living areas provide a natural place to relax after a day of riding, working the property, or exploring Southwest Colorado. The combination of privacy and accessibility is especially compelling: although the ranch feels removed from the outside world, it sits just off paved roads and provides convenient access to Cortez, Dolores, Telluride and the greater Four Corners region. Nearby Southwest Colorado offers exceptional horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting, skiing, boating, public lands, and year-round outdoor recreation. Whether you're searching for a Cortez horse property, Colorado ranch with water rights, equestrian property, hobby ranch, recreational retreat, acreage property, future custom-home site, or private Southwest Colorado residence with room to expand, this ranch offers a rare combination of water, usable land, privacy, accessibility, and true Western lifestyle.

Location

State CO

County Montezuma

Area Montezuma County Rural Nw

Zoning Agriculture

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Interior

Interior Features Wood Stove, Window Coverings, W/D Hookup, Granite Counters

Heating Forced Air, Wood Stove

Flooring Laminate, Tile

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Inclusions Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator

Furnishings Unfurnished

Exterior

Parking Features Other

Garage Spaces 10.0

Utilities Available Internet, Propane-Tank Leased

View Mountains, Valley

Roof Type Metal

Building

Story One Story

Foundation Crawl Space

Sewer Septic System

Water Public

New Construction No

Schools

Elementary Schools Lewis-Arriola K-5

Middle Schools Cortez 6-8

High Schools Montezuma-Cortez 9-12

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Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN) + Sold

Listed by Blackmore Group

"My job is to find and attract mastery-based agents to the office, protect the culture, and make sure everyone is happy! "

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forester@alpinelocalproperties.co

16932 Road 20 Cortez, CO 81321

Forester Tesche

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