Sold
Last Sold Price
353,707 Lot Size8.12 Acres

78 County Road 23, Ridgway, CO 81432

LandProperty Type
8.12 acresLot Size

Description

Build your dream home on this spectacular 8.125 acres of prime land in the heart of the San Juan Mountains on the valley floor between Ridgway and Ouray. The Uncompahgre River runs through the western boundary line, and a water storage pond is situated at the Northern boundary line which can supply plenty of irrigation water. Property is fenced along the boundary lines on three sides. Amazing views of Mt. Abrams and beautiful red canyon walls. Easy access to Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride and Montrose....Build your dream home on this spectacular 8.125 acres of prime land in the heart of the San Juan Mountains on the valley floor between Ridgway and Ouray. The Uncompahgre River runs through the western boundary line, and a water storage pond is situated at the Northern boundary line which can supply plenty of irrigation water. Property is fenced along the boundary lines on three sides. Amazing views of Mt. Abrams and beautiful red canyon walls. Easy access to Ouray, Ridgway, Telluride and Montrose. Utilities can be readily accessed for tapping into and there are several lovely and flat building sites. You'll be able to take advantage of the endless outdoor activities, abundant festivals, unique shopping and much more with this sought after yet hard to find piece of paradise!
  • Listed by: Cynthia Cheroske 970.209.7263 cheroske.realty@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #EC100032877 • CB Distinctive Properties Tell
Listing closed: 04/22/2024 12:00 AM • Source: Telluride Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 41929
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$500,000

Avg days on market

235

Sale-to-list ratio

91.0%

Ridgway, CO

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Location

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Property Information for 78 County Road 23

Property Details

  • Taxes: $63 / year
  • MLS Type: Land / 35 Acres and Below
  • County: Ouray County
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: River Front
  • Zoning: Residential
  • View 1: Mt Abrams

Building Information

  • Lot Size: 8.12 AC

Summary

Location and General Information
  • Directions: South on 550 from intersection in Ridgway - Go to County Road 23 and turn right. Property is located directly on the right as soon as you turn .The mailbox says 78 (the address is for the back 25 acres with the home and barn) which is not for sale. Before entering private property, please call listing agent for instructions.
  • MLS Area Major: Other Ridgway/Ouray - 79 (Major Area 70)
  • MLS Area Minor: Other Ridgway/Ouray - 79 (Major Area 70)
  • Special Location: Borders River, Rural
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $62.67
  • Association Name: Cottonwood Exemption
  • Tax Year: 2022

Property

Lot Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.12
  • Lot Size Area: 8.12
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot #: Lot 1
  • Surface Water: Pond
  • Approx Acres: 5.1 to 10
  • Trees: Mix
  • Access Road: Private
  • Access: Private
  • Lot Improvements: Fenced
  • Subdivision Improvement: Gravel Roads
  • Lot Locations: Corner
  • Surface Water: Pond, River
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Sub Type: 35 Acres and Below
  • Density: 1
Farm Information
  • Animals: Livestock Permitted
Financial Information
  • Financing Terms: cash, conventional
  • Financing Owner: De Grey Phillips Trust
  • Possession: delivery of deed
Utilities
  • Water Source: Tap Fee Due, Water Rights
  • HAS Irrigation: Yes
  • Water Supply: Surface Water Rights
  • Electricity: Near Lot Line - But Not To
  • Sanitation: Need Septic
  • Sewer: Septic Required
  • Utilities: Electricity, Gas

Property History for 78 County Road 23

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2024

Sold

Telluride Association of REALTORS #41929

$600,000—
Feb 26, 2024

Pending

Telluride Association of REALTORS #41929

—
Sep 1, 2023

Listed (Active)

Telluride Association of REALTORS #41929

$749,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2024

Sold

Telluride Association of REALTORS #41929

$600,000
02/26/2024

Pending

Telluride Association of REALTORS #41929

—
09/01/2023

Listed (Active)

Telluride Association of REALTORS #41929

$749,500

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

Public Records for 78 County Road 23

Taxable Value

Land

$16,140

Additions

$131,680
Total$147,820

Tax Record

2025

$8,242 ($687 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

2

Total Finished SqFt

3,231 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

3,231 SqFt

Lot Size

658,279 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

2006

Year Renovated

2010

County

OURAY

APN

451711118003

Schools near 78 County Road 23

This home is within Ouray R-1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ouray Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Ouray Middle School
Public5 to 8

Ouray Senior High School
Public9 to 12

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 78 County Road 23, Ridgway, CO 81432
$600,000
–
–
–
353,707
$600,000
–
–
–
353,925
$550,000
3
2
1,598
174,240
$235,000
3
1,152
222,155
$1,080,000
4
4,027
217,800
–
4
4
4,491
324,958

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Listing Courtesy of CB Distinctive Properties Tell, Cynthia Cheroske

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