Mesa-Top Property With Stunning Views And Power Close By

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Costilla County
2.53 Acres
Wild Horse Mesa

Purchase Info

Property Details

Location & Size

 

The subject property is a 2.53 acre parcel located in Wild Horse Mesa, a sprawling and largely undeveloped rural subdivision situated just outside San Luis and within close proximity of the Sanchez Reservoir and State Wildlife Area.

This particular property sits at the top of the mesa in Unit D. Given its position close to the edge, it boasts stunning, unobstructed views of the surrounding San Luis Valley and Sangre De Cristo Mountains.

Costilla County, Colorado

2.53 Acres

San Luis

Not Designated

81152

Legal Information

 

When we speak of property we typically use an address -- 123 Main Street for instance. 

As most vacant land does not have a physical address, however, county governments will identify it in other ways, such as a "legal description", a parcel number or a tax code. The information provided in the table to the right are the ways in which the various state and county agencies will identify this specific parcel of land. These signifiers are important to have when speaking with these agencies - whether they be the assessor, the zoning office, or even the local utilities - and may prove invaluable when initiating conversations about whatever research a buyer intends to do.

Whenever one exists or has been assigned to the land, the physical address will be included in this table.

Wild Horse Mesa, Section D, Block 44, Lot 13

71215210

R033765

$70.00

Access & Utilities

 

Roads & Access: The subject property is located on Canyon Court along the western rim of the mesa. Like most roads in this region, this one boasts a dirt and gravel consistency. While most any vehicle type can manage this terrain with little difficulty, it's worth nothing that getting to the top of the mesa may prove challenging depending on the path you take. Because of this, a larger truck or off-road capable vehicle is recommended when visiting the property.

Roads & Access, Cont'd: The subject property is located on a road which some maps identify as Canyon Court, while some identify it as Canyon Drive and others as Green Canyon Court. Anyone scouting the property should be aware of this discrepancy.

Power & Utilities: Despite its location at the top of the mesa, residential power lines have a surprising presence here, specifically running the length of Mesa Drive. This road, which crisscrosses the top of the mesa from north to south, sits one block – or roughly 1,000 feet - east of the subject property. Because of this, it may not be difficult to get service extended to and connected on the land. Anyone looking to investigate the costs associated with connecting power on the subject property is encouraged to contact the San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative, the utility company which services this region.

Water Service: While some of the properties in this subdivision have wells, holding tanks seem to be a common option. Given this property's location at the top of a mesa, however, drilling for water is likely infeasible or prohibitively expensive. Because of this, anyone looking to develop the property is encouraged to investigate alternative water sources or bulk storage methods.

Yes

Canyon Court

Well-Maintained Dirt/Gravel Road

275 Feet - Western Boundary

1,000 Feet East Of Subject Property

Mobile/Satellite

Holding Tank

Septic/Alternative

Zoning & Restrictions

 

Zoning: Properties in Wild Horse Mesa are zoned E-R or Estate Residential, a designation which allows for residential areas developed at a higher density and where agricultural use is of incidental value. To learn more about the ER Zoning Designation, please see the attached PDF.

No HOA: The Wild Horse Mesa subdivision has no HOA and there are no annual dues associated with land ownership here.

Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions: When the Wild Horse Mesa subdivision was created in the early 1970's, the developer drew up a set of covenants and restrictions to run with the land. While most of these are what we like to refer to as "reasonable, good neighbor restrictions" dealing primarily with the disposal of trash and prohibitions on excess noise, there are a few covenants that deal with acceptable structures for the region as well as minimum square footage requirements of those structures. Because of this, anyone considering purchasing the land is encouraged to review the Wild Horse Mesa Covenants and Restrictions document found here.

Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions, Cont'd: Notable restrictions enumerated in the above linked document include: Minimum square footage requirements are 600 sqft for a one-story dwelling and 800 sqft for a two-story dwelling.

Short-Term RV Use: It should be noted that short-term camping, meaning up to fourteen days per three consecutive months, is allowed within this region. Anything longer than that will require a "long-term camping permit" which can be obtained from the Costilla County Planning & Zoning Department.

Long-Term RV Occupancy: Long-term RV Occupancy, typically done during construction of a permanent dwelling, generally requires both a hookup to an approved On-Site Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS) as well as a well permit or cistern installed. The cost for the Long-Terms permit is $350, is valid for 90 days and may be renewed for up to 18 months. It should also be noted that RV inspection is required before this permit will be issued.

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Yes
PDF

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Title Info

 

 

Free & Clear

None

None

None

Yes - Insured Through Allpine Title Company

Warranty Deed

Title/Escrow

Waived

Helpful Links

 

 

(719) 937-7670
(719) 937-7668
PDF
(719) 852-3538
(303) 866-3581
PDF

Misc.

 

Sanchez Reservoir & Wildlife Area: Located on the eastern end of this subdivision within only a five minute drive of the subject property is the 1,462 acre Sanchez Reservoir and Wildlife Area (see photos in the gallery at the bottom of this page). While hunting is prohibited here, visitors will have plenty of opportunities to take their boats and fish along the shores of this pristine lake. Species of fish native to the area include walleye, carp, channel catfish, northern pike, perch, white suckers and more.

Wild Horses: It should be noted that this subdivision gets its name from the numerous wild horses that roam this area freely. While those horses were camera-shy during the time our photographer was visiting the subject property, they have developed the reputation of being otherwise omnipresent and easy to observe.

Elevation: The elevation at this property, as well as along the western side of the mesa is approximately 8,500 feet. To get a sense of the views from this region, the valley below is roughly 600 feet lower than where the subject property is located.

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Photo of a southwestern landscape

Maps and Boundaries

Towns and Attractions

Nearby Towns

 

Nearby Towns: The small town of San Luis - the oldest town in Colorado - sits within a five minute drive from the subject property and will afford you easy access to some groceries, supplies, restaurants, cafes and some medical and government services.

Nearby Towns, Cont'd: Also close by, but with far more to offer, is the town of Alamosa. Located forty-five minutes northwest along Highway 285, the nearby town of close to 10,000 people not only features big box stores such as Walmart and Ace Hardware, but is also home to the San Luis Valley Health Center Hospital, Adams University and Trinidad State Junior College. A number of fast food restaurants have a footprint in Alamosa, and the region boasts a thriving downtown including bars, restaurants and nightlife. Additionally, there's plenty of schools, churches and medical practices for anyone planning on raising a family in this region.

49 miles (52 min)

56 miles (1 hr)

71 miles (1 hr 8 min)

108 miles (1 hr 44 min)

164 miles (2 hr 36 min)

233 miles (3 hr 40 min)

302 miles (5 hr 37 min)

Nearby Attractions

 

Nearby Attractions: Situated in Southern Colorado's picturesque San Luis Valley, you'll find plenty of great outdoor activities to take advantage of, all within close proximity of the subject property. Nearby bodies of water such as the Terrace Reservoir and the La Jara Reservoir are within a short five to ten minute drive of this parcel, each offering even greater opportunities for fishing and hunting. The Great Sand Dunes National Park is just forty five minutes north of this parcel and features the tallest dunes in North America - perfect for sand boarding and sand sledding. Animal lovers can explore both the Monte Vista and Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge. And of course, skiing enthusiasts can take advantage of the slopes and trails in the world-famous Taos Ski Valley, just south of this region in neighboring New Mexico.

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Purchasing Information

Full Price

At checkout you’ll be asked to place a Non-Refundable Earnest Money Deposit of $500.

  • You may elect to fund and close this transaction either by paying our company directly or by employing a title company. At checkout you'll be asked to select your preference.
  • Within 24 hours of your deposit, we will email you the documentation that corresponds to your selection.
  • If you elect to close outside of escrow, that email will include a new deed plus payment instructions. Buyers may pay the remaining balance via credit card, wire transfer or cashier's check.
  • If you elect to close through a title company, that email will include a copy of a Sale/Purchase Agreement. You must review and sign this document within 96 Hours to open escrow. A copy of the sale/purchase agreement you'll be asked to sign can be viewed here.
  • Please be advised, this is not an installment sale. This is a cash purchase. You should not initiate this transaction unless you are prepared to pay the entire cost of the land.
  • This deposit is non-refundable.

Financing

Terms Offered: $4000 Down Payment + $350 Monthly Payment x 30 Months; 12 Months Same As Cash

  • At checkout, you’ll be asked to place a deposit of $4,000. This down payment will both secure the land as well as set up recurring billing for $350 to be automatically debited from your card each month.
  • Within 24 hours we will email you a land contract which you’ll be asked to sign. This will be the document that demonstrates your equitable interest in the land until such a time as all payments have been made.
  • Only once the balance has been paid in full will the property be deeded into your name.
  • Our contracts contain only pre-payment incentives and no pre-payment penalties. The remaining balance can be paid at any time during the term of the agreement.
  • A copy of the land contract you’ll be asked you sign can be viewed here.

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