285 North US Highway 285

Monte Vista, CO 81144

$1,100,000
Last Sold Price
5,837,040 / 134
Lot Size / Acres

Description

The Cottonwood Ranch is in eastern Rio Grande County, Colorado. The ranch is approximately 135 acres of irrigated hay meadows, dry agricultural fields, ponds, and wetlands. Private property borders the ranch on all sides. The Rio Grande forms most of the northern border of the ranch. The topography is flat, with an elevation of approximately 7640 to 7650 feet above sea level. There only permanent residential improvement on the property is a seasonal fishing cabin in the central area, adjacent to...The Cottonwood Ranch is in eastern Rio Grande County, Colorado. The ranch is approximately 135 acres of irrigated hay meadows, dry agricultural fields, ponds, and wetlands. Private property borders the ranch on all sides. The Rio Grande forms most of the northern border of the ranch. The topography is flat, with an elevation of approximately 7640 to 7650 feet above sea level. There only permanent residential improvement on the property is a seasonal fishing cabin in the central area, adjacent to a spring-fed pond that rises and falls with the river. The north area of the ranch consists of a riverbank, cottonwood forest (bosque) and wetlands. About 15 acres of the wetlands are permanent; the rest are dry between November and March. The John Nelson Ditch and the Horner & Ydren irrigation ditch deliver water to fields in the central and southern areas. Agricultural uses include hay harvest and seasonal livestock grazing. There are minor agricultural improvements, such as corrals and irrigation ditches with gates. Approximately 120 acres of the property are irrigated, and there is natural subirrigation throughout from spring runoff. The property boundary is fenced except for the boundary line that is in the river. Fencing consists of traditional multiple strands of barbed wire, with reinforcements at property corners and gates. There are cross-fences and an old barbed-wire fence surrounding part of the seasonal cabin area. Cottonwood Ranch lies within CPW Game Management Unit 791, containing habitat resources for big game, such as elk, mule deer and turkey. The ranch provides migration, wintering, and breeding resources for numerous species of birds. This part of the Central Flyway that lies along the Rio Grande is important for water dependent species during both spring and fall migrations. Cottonwood Ranch is under a conservation easement to preserve its agricultural and wildlife values. The Property is an important part of the open space and agricultural land remaining in Rio Grande County. The nearest population center to the Cottonwood Ranch is the City of Monte Vista, one mile to the south. It is the most populous municipality and the center of agricultural commerce in Rio Grande County. Recreational opportunities can be found all around the ranch from fishing, hunting, skiing, hiking, golf and so many others.
  1. Listed by Michael Murphy • Team Murphy Realty
  2. Listed by Sandy Murphy • Team Murphy Realty

Property Details for 285 North US Highway 285

Water Front
Yes
Zoning
Agriculture
Views
Mountains, Stream/River, Valley
Waterfront
River
Subdv Name
None

Location

Listing Courtesy of Team Murphy Realty, Michael Murphy; Team Murphy Realty, Sandy Murphy

Sold By Team Murphy Realty, Suzy Woodward

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LISTING UPDATED: 09/25/2023 02:29 PM

Property Details for 285 North US Highway 285

StatusSold Inner Office
MLS #799919
Days on Market276
Taxes$479 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeFARMRANCH / With Residence
Year Built1970
Lot Size134.00 AC
CountyRio Grande County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Team Murphy Realty, Michael Murphy; Team Murphy Realty, Sandy Murphy

Sold By Team Murphy Realty, Suzy Woodward

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Building Information for 285 North US Highway 285

Building Size-Lot Size134.00 AC

Payment Calculator

$6,043 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,003

Property Taxes

$40

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 285 North US Highway 285

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: The Cottonwood Ranch is located about one mile north of Monte Vista, Colorado in the San Luis Valley. Access to the ranch, which has no street address, is achieved by turning east on a dirt driveway located 1/4-mile north of the neighbor's address at 1854 N. Highway 285. About 1/4-mile east is the gate providing entry to the property.
Owner
  • Owner Name: San Luis Valley Group
Parking
  • Carport Y/N: No
  • Garage Y/N: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Open Enrollment
  • Middle School: Open Enrollment
  • High School: Open Enrollment
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Y/N: No
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Total Taxes $: 478.56
Property
Property and Assessments
  • FIPS Code: 08105
  • Legal/Lot Block: legal to long, call listing broker or office for legal
  • Photo Count: 35
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Disclosures: Deed Restrictions, Lead Base Paint
  • Press System Y/N: No
  • Adjudicated Y/N: Yes
  • Covenants Y/N: NO
  • Board Name: Gunnison-Crested Butte Association of REALTORS
  • Income Producing: No
Lot Information
  • Special Assemnt Y/N: No
  • Water Rights/Irrigation: Yes
  • Lot Size/Acerage: 100-200 Acres
  • Current Property Use: Hay Production, Recreation, Pasture, Grazing
  • Possible Property Use: Ag/Livestock, Cattle, Grazing, Hay Production, Horses, Hunting, Irrigated Farmland, Pasture
  • Well Permit #: 258529
  • Parcel ID #: 3.519300079E9
  • SqFt Source: Easement
  • Property Description: Boundaries Surveyed, Pastures
  • Leased Y/N: No
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: 3/20
  • Internet Service Avail?: Yes
  • Internet Service Y/N: No
  • Water Heater: Electric Water Heater
  • Utilities: Electricity
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • DOMESTIC WATER: Domestic Well
  • DOMESTIC SEWER: Septic
  • Fireplace Type/Location: Den/Family Room
  • Addit Living Quarters: No
  • Water Well: Yes
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Residence Stories: One Story
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: Furnished
  • Heating Fuel/Source: Wood
  • Heating System: Wood Stove
  • Interior Inclusion: All Furnishings
Exterior Features
  • Residence Style: Ranch
  • Roof: Metal
  • Exterior Inclusions: Deck
  • Fence: Barbed Wire, Cross Fence, Full Property
  • Topography: Level, Sloped
  • Barn Y/N: No
  • Corral Y/N: No

Property History for 285 North US Highway 285

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Schools near 285 North US Highway 285

This home is within Monte Vista C-8 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bill Metz Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Monte Vista Middle School
Public6 to 8

Monte Vista Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Byron Syring Delta Center
Public7 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Team Murphy Realty, Michael Murphy; Team Murphy Realty, Sandy Murphy

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