Here’s something you don’t see every day: nearly 5 acres of wide-open Colorado land — sitting directly at the base of Blanca Peak, one of Colorado’s 14,000-foot giants — for less than $4,000 cash. This is the San Luis Valley floor at its best: level terrain, dramatic mountain views in every direction, and a price point that actually makes sense for a weekend escape, a future off-grid build site, or simply a foothold in one of the West’s most spectacular landscapes.
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Key Features
- ✅ 4.79 level acres with direct views of Blanca Peak (14,351 ft)
- ✅ Estate Residential zoning — build a single-family home (600+ sq ft min)
- ✅ Camping & RV use allowed (up to 56 days/year)
- ✅ Dirt road access to the property
- ✅ Only $123.48/year in property taxes
- ✅ Owner financing available — $1,101 down, $149/month
- ✅ Not in a flood zone
- ✅ About 15 min to Blanca, 37 min to Alamosa
Detailed Info About This Parcel
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Terrain & Land Features
The parcel is level and open — classic San Luis Valley high desert floor. Sagebrush, native grasses and yucca cover the ground, and the views stretch out to mountain ranges on every side. The dominant landmark is Blanca Peak (14,351 ft) directly to the north — visible from anywhere on the property. Not in a flood zone.
Utilities & Access
The property is accessed by a dirt road. Water would need to be sourced via a well. Electricity is not currently available on the parcel. Septic can be installed when you’re ready to build or set up camp.
Zoning & Build Info
Zoned Estate Residential in Costilla County, Colorado. A single-family residence is an allowed use subject to county permits (Land Use Permit, construction permit, road access permit, and OWTS/septic permit). Minimum home size is 600 sq ft; must include a kitchen and bathroom; only one dwelling per parcel. Setbacks: 25 ft front and side-street, 10 ft rear, 10 ft interior side. Detached garages and outbuildings must be at least 10 ft from side property lines. Camping, RV and camper-trailer use is permitted up to 14 days within any 3-month period and up to 56 days per year; longer stays require an installed septic source and water.
Neighborhood
The parcel sits in the San Luis Valley Ranches subdivision grid — a large rural community of similarly sized parcels spread across the valley floor near Blanca. The area is a mix of vacant land and occasional owner-built homes, with the wide open sky and mountain panoramas the San Luis Valley is famous for. Quiet, dark-sky country with easy highway access.
Nearby Groceries, Shopping & Recreation
The town of Blanca (15 min, 7.1 miles) has gas, a post office and basic supplies. Fort Garland (21 min, 11.5 miles) adds small-town services and is home to the historic Fort Garland Museum. Alamosa (37 min, 26.6 miles) is the regional hub — Walmart Supercenter, City Market (Kroger), restaurants, hardware and full services. For outdoor recreation the area is exceptional: Great Sand Dunes National Park is about 45 minutes away, San Luis Lake State Park is nearby for fishing and waterfowl, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains offer hiking, climbing and backcountry four-wheeling within easy reach.
Nearby Schools
The area is served by Sierra Grande School District, which operates Sierra Grande Elementary, Middle and High School in the Fort Garland area (approximately 20–25 minutes from the property).
Nearby Towns & Cities
Blanca — 15 min (7.1 miles) · Fort Garland — 21 min (11.5 miles) · Alamosa — 37 min (26.6 miles) · Pueblo — 1 hr 52 min (108 miles) · Colorado Springs — 2 hr 31 min (151 miles) · Santa Fe, NM — 2 hr 53 min (155 miles)
Pricing & Terms
Own it outright for just $3,999 cash (+ $399 doc fee), or choose simple owner financing at $4,999 — only $1,101 down and $149/month. No qualifying and no prepayment penalties. We’re a small family business: we owner-finance with a land contract, transfer with a warranty deed, and guarantee a clean title.
Questions?
Have questions? We’re happy to help — reach out any time and let’s get you on the land.
PRICING:
Discount Cash Price: $3,999, plus a $399 non-refundable document fee.
Owner Financing Price: $4,999. Minimum of $1,500 down ($399 document fee and $1,101 equity), plus title costs (approximately $1,000), and $149/month on a 3-year term.
We are a small family business and can be flexible and can make this fit any budget that can meet our minimums. Our owner, Dave Denniston, enjoys making land ownership available to families like yours who want to make memories for years to come. We can owner-finance with a land contract. We can transfer with a warranty deed and guarantee a clean title.
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Please call or text Kristy Limon at (720) 336-1232 or Reggie Wright at (407) 279-3914 with any questions.
