Secluded Lot Close To Town
And Great Sand Dunes National Park
And Great Sand Dunes National Park
- Location & Size: The subject property is a five acre parcel located along Gold Drive in Sangre De Cristo Estates, a residential subdivision situated just ten minutes north of Alamosa and within a twenty minute drive of the Great Sand Dunes National Park. Click here to see the subject property's location on Google Maps.
- Roads & Access: The subject property is located less than a mile north of paved and County-maintained Stanley Road. While most of the roads leading from Stanley to the subject property are of well-maintained dirt and gravel consistency, the final couple hundred yards will take you along unmaintained parts of Basalt Road and Gold Drive. Because of this, anyone scouting the property is advised to take a larger truck or off-road capable vehicle with them.
- Power & Utilities: While there are a number of nearby developed home sites within this subdivision all being serviced by residential power lines and underground utilities, the closest one sits almost a mile from the subject property. Because of this, buyers looking to develop the land are encouraged to investigate alternative forms of energy such as solar. Anyone looking to investigate the cost and logistics of getting connected to the grid is encouraged to contact the San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative, the local utility servicing this region.
- No HOA: The Sangre De Cristo Estates subdivision does not have a formal HOA nor are there are any annual dues associated with land ownership here. In addition, there are no time limits on building, no covenants and no restrictions governing the land in this region. Because of this, buyers will have even greater freedom and independence to develop the property however they please.
- Zoning: It should be noted that even though this region has no subdivision-specific regulations, Alamosa County has a very dense and detailed Zoning Ordinance. Per the county, this property is zoned R-E, Residential Estates which allows for Single Family Residences, Mobile and Modular Homes. For anyone looking to do anything more unconventional (tiny homes, yurts, etc.) Alamosa has a minimum square footage requirement of 500sqft. That said, it's best to confirm your plans with the county in advance. For further discussion of this topic, please contact the Alamosa County Land Use office.
- RV Usage: In regards RV usage on the property, Alamosa County allows for up to 180 Days of RV living or camping with the proper permits. While many people selling land in this region tend to represent these lots as "RV Friendly" it should be noted that those temporary permits - which cost $120 - are contingent on "an installed Onsite Wastewater Treatment System (OWTS)" and a physical address. To learn more about the permitting process you can review this PDF. It should be noted that as with most counties, Alamosa will grant an "RV Temporary Use Permit" for anyone constructing a home on the property as long as the applicant also has a building permit. This permit also costs $120 but is good for up to two years.
- Wells & Water Table Depth: The Colorado Division of Water Resources logs the well depth of the five wells nearest to this property between 40 and 60 feet, suggesting an easily accessible water table. This includes the home site directly across from the subject property along Basalt Place.
- Nearby Towns: Located just ten minutes north of Alamosa, this property will provide easy access to groceries and supplies and most anything else you might need. 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 with bars, restaurants and nightlife. Additionally, there's plenty of schools, churches and medical practices for anyone planning on raising a family here.
- Nearby Attractions: Aside from its thriving small town, Alamosa County boasts a number of enviable attractions all within close proximity of the subject property. The Great Sand Dunes National Park (see photos in the gallery at the bottom of this page) is just twenty minutes north of this parcel. Featuring the tallest dunes in North America, this area is perfect for sand boarding and sand sledding. Plenty of opportunities for fishing in the nearby Alamosa River as well as the Smith and Mountain Home Reservoirs are afforded those who call this area home. Animal lovers can explore both the Monte Vista and Alamosa National Wildlife Refuges. And as with much of Colorado, there's plenty of great hiking, hunting, horseback riding, camping and skiing to be found all within a short drive. For those interested in learning even more about all this region has to offer, Alamosa has a shockingly good tourism website you can view here.
- Title: This property was closed on and its title insured through Allpine Title.
- CASH OPTION: Click the 'Buy Now' button at the top of this page marked 'Cash Price'. Here you'll be asked to make an initial Non-Refundable Earnest Money Deposit of $500.00. After we have your deposit we will contact you about funding the remaining balance. Please Note: This is NOT a financing option. If you make this deposit we will expect you to pay the remaining balance within a reasonable amount of time (a few days, say). You should NOT initiate this transaction unless you are prepared to pay the entire cost of the land.
- TITLE/ESCROW OPTION: Anyone who would like to acquire title insurance for their property, should also click the 'Buy Now' button at the top of this page marked 'Cash Price.' Here you'll be asked to make an initial Non-Refundable Earnest Money Deposit of $500.00. After we have your deposit we will draft a sale/purchase agreement which you'll be asked to sign to open escrow. To learn more about this process, or to see a copy of the contract you'll be asked to sign, please visit our How It Works - Buying From Us Page or our Title/Escrow FAQ page.
- FINANCING OPTION: If you don't have all the money now and would prefer to pay for the property gradually, you may elect to use the financing option we have indicated above of $1,500.00 Down and $250.00/Month. It should be noted, however, that the property will not be deeded into your name until such a time as the balance has been paid in full. Between now and that time we will have a Land Contract which will demonstrate your equitable interest in the land. Click here to see a generic version of one of our standard Land Contracts. Please note: Our land contracts allow for "180 Days Same As Cash" and have only pre-payment incentives with no pre-payment penalties.
| Reference Number | ALCO-2595 |
|---|---|
| Location | Alamosa County, Colorado |
| Lot Size | 5 Acres |
| Available Financing | Click Here To Read About Financing Options |
| Legal Description | SANGRE DE CRISTO ESTATES, UNIT 17, BLOCK 2 |
| LOT 2 | |
| Parcel Number | 513733102008 |
| Account Number | 513733102008 |
| Latitude-Longitude | Center: 37.586889,-105.878787 |
| NW: 37.5874235641695,-105.880082682527 | |
| NE: 37.5874415971217,-105.877660841176 | |
| SW: 37.5865108073117,-105.880104504781 | |
| SE: 37.5865265585456,-105.877686561849 | |
| Annual Taxes | $165.00 |
| HOA/POA | None |
| Zoning | R-E, Residential Estate PDF |
| Time Limit To Build | None |
| Access | Well Maintained Dirt/Gravel Roads; Unmaintained Dirt Roads For Last 100 Yards |
| Power | Within One Mile Of Subject Property; Solar or Alternative |
| Phone | In The Area; Mobile or Satellite |
| Water | Well, Catchment System or Holding Tank |
| Sewer | Septic/Alternative |
| Elevation | 7,616 ft |
| Conveyance Document | Warranty Deed |
| Type of Closing | Title/Escrow |
| Doc Prep Fee | Waived |
| Nearby Towns | Alamosa, CO: 9 miles (14 min) |
| Walsenburg, CO: 80 miles (1 hr 21 min) | |
| Taos, NM: 100 miles (1 hr 56 min) | |
| Trinidad, CO: 117 miles (2 hr) | |
| Colorado Springs, CO: 171 miles (2 hr 48 min) | |
| Denver, CO: 242 miles (3 hr 51 min) | |
| Telluride, CO: 248 miles (4 hr 41 min) | |
| Points Of Interest | Great Sand Dunes National Park (Link) |
| Alamosa National Wildlife Refuge (Link) | |
| Monte Vista Wildlife Refuge (Link) | |
| Trinidad Lake State Park (Link) | |
| Bosque Del Oso State Wildlife Area (Link) | |
| Spanish Peaks State Wildlife Area (Link) | |
| Lathrop State Park (Link) | |
| A.R. Mitchell Museum of Western Art (Link) | |
| Bent’s Old Fort (Link) | |
| County Contact Info | Alamosa County Assessor's Office (719) 589-6365 |
| Alamosa County Land Use & Development (719) 589-4848 |
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| Alamosa County Land Use & Development Code PDF | |
| San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative (719) 852-3538 | |
| Xcel Energy (800) 895-4999 | |
| Colorado Division of Water Resources (303) 866-3581 | |
| Beginners Guide To Well Permits PDF |
Disclaimer: While The Hemingway Land Company does extensive research on all our properties prior to listing them, there are always County-specific rules/regulations we will not be aware of. The information provided on this page is, to the best of our knowledge, correct. All prospective buyers, however, are encouraged to contact the county at the links and numbers provided in this table to confirm that whatever plans that buyer has for the property in question are in fact legal, feasible and permitted. Due diligence is the buyer’s responsibility and all sales are final.