16513 Road 20

Cortez, CO 81321

$2,865,000
Price
11,568,229 / 265.57
Lot Size / Acres
a view of lake with mountain
a view of a lake view
a view of lake with mountain
a view of a herd of animals grazing on a lush green field
a view of a lake with houses in the background
a view of lake and mountain
a view of a lake from a yard
a view of a city with lush green forest
a view of a city with a lake view
a view of a field with an ocean
a view of outdoor space and yard
a view of a garden
a view of front door
a view of a golf course with a lake
a view of lake with houses
a view of a yard with plants
a view of yard with trees
a view of a large yard with an ocean beach
a view of a backyard

Description

Own a 265 acre working farm that has everything you need to make a living in agriculture. You will not find a farm with better water rights in the entire country due to Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company's pre-22 water rights. MVIC derives its water from the Dolores River along with their ownership of the Groundhog and Narraguinnep reservoirs. As an added benefit, the company enjoys the security of the 2nd largest reservoir in the state, the McPhee reservoir where additional rights are stored. The...Own a 265 acre working farm that has everything you need to make a living in agriculture. You will not find a farm with better water rights in the entire country due to Montezuma Valley Irrigation Company's pre-22 water rights. MVIC derives its water from the Dolores River along with their ownership of the Groundhog and Narraguinnep reservoirs. As an added benefit, the company enjoys the security of the 2nd largest reservoir in the state, the McPhee reservoir where additional rights are stored. The irrigation system has 2 pumps and underground pipelines that deliver water to 8 irrigation systems. The farm has multiple outbuildings, a large hay barn, a machine shop with garage doors, and machinery shed. The RV sight with power close by is perched at a location with fantastic views. The additional insulated building adds even more of a benefit for any who have toys to keep safe from weather. Just below the residence lies an amazing pond with abundant wildlife year round. This 265 piece of land is truly a working farm with everything you need to make a living and enjoy the most fantastic views. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity.
  1. Listed by Randy Carver • Altitude Realty

Property Details for 16513 Road 20

Water Front
Yes
Zoning
Agriculture
Views
Lake/Pond/Reservoir, Mountains, Valley
Waterfront
Pond
Subdv Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 06/27/2025 01:38 AM

Property Details for 16513 Road 20

StatusActive
MLS #825761
Days on Market231
Taxes$3,689 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeFARMRANCH / With Residence
Year Built1935
Lot Size265.57 AC
CountyMontezuma County

Location

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Building Information for 16513 Road 20

Building Size-Lot Size265.57 AC

Payment Calculator

$14,271 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$13,964

Property Taxes

$307

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 16513 Road 20

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Cortez, drive north on HWY 491 to Road S. Take a left (west) and drive 2 miles to Road 20 and turn right (north) for 1/2 mile to 16513 Road 20 and turn left (west) onto the driveway. House and barns are up the hill. Farm extends from this driveway up to Road T and west to the canal.
Parking
  • Carport Y/N: No
  • Garage Y/N: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Lewis-Arriola K-5
  • Middle School: Cortez 6-8
  • High School: Montezuma-Cortez 9-12
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Y/N: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Total Taxes $: 3689.2
Property
Property and Assessments
  • FIPS Code: 08083
  • Legal/Lot Block: Section: 23 Township: 37 Range: 17 TR IN N1/2; 312.44AC (NO MIN INT) B378 P112 B383 P237 R/464607 LESS the acreage under the canal and to the west that consists of 41.96 acres. This parcel will then be 265.57 acres total
  • Photo Count: 20
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Press System Y/N: Yes
  • Adjudicated Y/N: No
  • Covenants Y/N: NO
  • Board Name: Four Corners Board of Realtors
  • Income Producing: Yes
  • Can Be Divided: Yes
Lot Information
  • Special Assemnt Y/N: No
  • Water Rights/Irrigation: Yes
  • Lot Size/Acerage: 200+ Acres
  • Current Property Use: Cattle, Ag/Livestock, Ag/Row Crops, Hay Production, Grazing, Irrigated Farmland, Hunting
  • Possible Property Use: Ag/Livestock, Ag/Row Crops, Cattle, Hay Production, Irrigated Farmland
  • Parcel ID #: 5.35523100074E11
  • SqFt Source: county
  • Irrigation System /Rights: Sprinklers/Big Gun, Pump
  • Property Type: Undeveloped, Agriculture
  • Improvements/ Structured: Hay Barn, Equipment Shed, Barn, Corral, Metal Building, Workshop
  • Leased Y/N: Yes
Green Features
  • Green Certification Y/N: No
  • HERS Rated Y/N: No
  • Energy Star Qualified Y/N: No
  • LEED for Homes Y/N: No
  • NAHB/NGBS-ICC 700: No
Utilities
  • Irrigation/Water District: MVIC
  • Internet Service Y/N: Yes
  • Water Heater: Electric Water Heater
  • Utilities: Electricity
  • Mineral Rights: No
  • DOMESTIC WATER: Installed Paid
  • DOMESTIC SEWER: Septic
  • Addit Living Quarters: No
  • Water Well: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Room Information
  • 1/2 Baths: 0
  • 3/4 Baths: 0
  • 1/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1.00
  • Total Office/Den(s): 0
Interior Features
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Florring: Carpet
  • Foundation: Not Permanent
  • Heating Fuel/Source: Kerosene
  • Cooling: Evaporative Cooler
  • Heating System: Floor Furnace
Exterior Features
  • Residence Style: Farm House
  • Roof: Architectural Shingles
  • Fence: Partial Property
  • Siding: Masonite
  • Topography: Rolling
  • Barn Y/N: Yes
  • Corral Y/N: Yes

Property History for 16513 Road 20

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #825761

$2,865,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/22/2025

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #825761

$2,865,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 16513 Road 20

Taxable ValueLand$26,802Additions$47,384Total$74,186
Tax Record2024$3,222 ($268 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,000 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,000 SqFtStories1Lot Size13,609,886 SqFtStyleMiscellaneousYear Built1984ZoningA/R 10-34CountyMONTEZUMAAPN535523100074

Schools near 16513 Road 20

This home is within Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lewis-Arriola Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Children's Kiva Montessori School
Charter - K to 8
Montezuma-Cortez High School
Public - 9 to 12
Cortez Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lewis-Arriola Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Children's Kiva Montessori School
CharterK to 8

Montezuma-Cortez High School
Public9 to 12

Cortez Middle School
Public6 to 8

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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More information about 16513 Road 20, Cortez, CO 81321

16513 Road 20 is a 265.57 ac of land for sale in Cortez, CO 81321. This property was listed for sale on June 23, 2025 by Altitude Realty, it's currently listed at $2,865,000. This listing's school district is Montezuma-Cortez Re-1 School District. Nearby schools include Lewis-Arriola Elementary School, Children's Kiva Montessori School and Montezuma-Cortez High School. 16513 Road 20 is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 847 sqft 265.57 ac of land built in 1935 on a 11,568,229 sq. ft. / 265.57 acres lot.

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Listing Courtesy of Altitude Realty, Randy Carver

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