15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

1,742,400 / 40
Lot Size / Acres

Description

From up here you can see for miles and miles and miles... and lots of elk, too. This 40 acres sits atop Sandstone Canyon with the creek below, bordering BLM and that borders thousands of acres of Canyon Of The Ancients National Monument. This is the perfect property for those who like to explore and be away from the concrete, noise, and grind of population. The Seller has a shipping container onsite for storage and it is included in the sale offering. Also, the property has barbed cross-fencing at...From up here you can see for miles and miles and miles... and lots of elk, too. This 40 acres sits atop Sandstone Canyon with the creek below, bordering BLM and that borders thousands of acres of Canyon Of The Ancients National Monument. This is the perfect property for those who like to explore and be away from the concrete, noise, and grind of population. The Seller has a shipping container onsite for storage and it is included in the sale offering. Also, the property has barbed cross-fencing at the top of the canyon for keeping area cattle out, but they may be driven at certain times of the year through the area. If you've ever thought about living "off the grid" then here is a good opportunity; the adjoining 160 has an off-the-grid home, too.
  1. Listed by Brenda Bates • RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty

Property Details for 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

Water Front
Yes
Zoning
None
Views
Mountains, Other, Valley
Waterfront
Creek
Subdv Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 10:03 AM

Property Details for 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

StatusActive
MLS #827204
Days on Market179
Taxes$9 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLAND / with Personal Property
Year Built-
Lot Size40.00 AC
CountyMontezuma County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty, Brenda Bates
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Building Information for 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

Lot Size40.00 AC

Payment Calculator

$683 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$682

Property Taxes

$1

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Hwy 491, turn west on Road AA to Road 15.5 and then left. The first private road, recently graveled, on the right will take you to the property at the cattle guard.
School Information
  • Elementary School: Pleasant View K-5
  • Middle School: Cortez 6-8
  • High School: Montezuma-Cortez 9-12
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Account ID: R018951
  • HOA Y/N: No
  • Other Transfer Fees Y/N: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Total Taxes $: 9.10
Property
Property and Assessments
  • FIPS Code: 08083
  • Legal/Lot Block: NE1/4 of the NE1/4 of Section 13, T.38 N., R.18 West N.M.P.M. containing 40.0 acres in Montezuma County Colorado
  • Photo Count: 45
  • Disclosures: Pets Allowed
  • Covenants Y/N: NO
  • Board Name: Four Corners Board of Realtors
  • Acres Source: Seller
  • Documents On File: Aerial Photos, Easements, Legal Description
  • Livestock Allowed: Cattle, Horses, Other, Poultry, Sheep, Swine
  • Income Producing: No
Lot Information
  • Special Assemnt Y/N: No
  • Water Rights/Irrigation: No
  • Lot Size/Acerage: 35-50 Acres
  • Current Property Use: Recreation, Mountain Recreation, Dry Land, Hunting
  • Possible Property Use: Residential Single Family, AgLivestock, Cattle, Dry Land, Grazing(no irrigation), Horses, Hunting, Recreation
  • Lot Dimension: 40 acres
  • Parcel ID #: 5.34313100001E11
  • Property Description: Wooded Lot, Borders Public Land, Off Grid, Adj to Open Space
Utilities
  • Utilities: Phone - Cell Reception
  • Sewer Tap Avail: No
  • Sewer/Septic In: No
  • Sewer Paid: No
  • Water Tap Avail: No
  • Water Tap Installed: No
  • Water Tap Paid: No
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Modular/Mobile Allow: No
  • DOMESTIC WATER: None
  • DOMESTIC SEWER: None
  • Water Well: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Room Information
  • 1/2 Baths: 0
  • 3/4 Baths: 0
  • 1/4 Baths: 0
Exterior Features
  • Horse Setup: No
  • Fence: Barbed Wire, Cross Fence, Game Fence, Partial Property
  • Outbuildings/Structures: Other
  • Topography: Other, Sloped, Steep

Property History for 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 21, 2025

Price Change

CRENMLS #827204

$140,000—
Jul 31, 2025

Price Change

CRENMLS #827204

$160,000—
Jul 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #827204

$140,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/21/2025

Price Change

CRENMLS #827204

$140,000
07/31/2025

Price Change

CRENMLS #827204

$160,000
07/31/2025

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #827204

$140,000

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Schools near 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327

This home is within Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Pleasant View Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cortez Middle School
Public6 to 8

Montezuma-Cortez High School
Public9 to 12

Lewis-Arriola Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327 is a 40 ac of land for sale in Yellow Jacket, CO 81335. This property was listed for sale on August 1, 2025 by RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty, it's currently listed at $140,000. This listing's school district is Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District. Nearby schools include Pleasant View Elementary School, Cortez Middle School and Montezuma-Cortez High School. 15.5 Yellow Jacket Co 81327 is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 40 ac of land on a 1,742,400 sq. ft. / 40 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty, Brenda Bates

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