5 Acres Built for a Backcast

Property Location

Prime off-grid location with easy access to the Rio Grande & panoramic mountain views.

Location

37.0239 N, 105.6991 W

Recreation Access:

Rio Grande River

Sangre de Cristo Mountains

San Luis Hills Wilderness Study Area

5.01 Acres in Rio Grande Ranches – Costilla County, CO

Just minutes from the Rio Grande River and surrounded by the open landscapes of southern Colorado, this 5.01-acre parcel in Rio Grande Ranches offers panoramic views, total privacy, and affordable off-grid living. Whether you're looking to build a cabin, camp under the stars, or invest in raw land, this property gives you the freedom to choose.

Location & Access: The property is located near the intersection of Osage Trail and Vallejo Road, accessed by well-established dirt roads. GPS center coordinates: 37.023928, -105.699082. It’s about 25–30 minutes to CO-142 or CO-159, and just over 30 minutes to the town of San Luis. The elevation is approximately 7,543 feet, offering a high-desert environment with big skies and rugged scenery.

Drive Times to Nearby Towns:

• 11 min to Jaroso

• 19 min to Mesita

• 27 min to San Acacio

• 32 min to San Luis

Recreation & Wilderness: From the property, it’s an easy drive to Sanchez Reservoir, Rito Seco Park, and the Rio Grande River for fishing, kayaking, and camping. You’re also within reach of the Great Sand Dunes, Fort Garland Museum, and wide-ranging BLM lands ideal for hiking, hunting, and off-road exploring.

Zoning & Use: Zoned Estate Residential, the parcel allows for a minimum 600 sq ft home, cabin, or vacation retreat. Camping and RV use is permitted for up to 14 days every 3 months. Long-term RV stays require a permit. Mobile and manufactured homes are allowed (post-1976) on a permanent foundation. Power is typically sourced via solar; water would be by well or holding tank, and septic would need to be installed.

An Affordable Slice of the San Luis Valley: With no HOA, low taxes, and plenty of open space, this land offers an accessible entry point into Colorado land ownership. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, weekend warriors, or long-term investors looking to secure their spot in the American Southwest.

Property Summary

Property Details

SUBDIVISION: Rio Grande Ranches

STREET ADDRESS: N/A, near intersection of Osage Trail and Vallejo Road

CITY: Jaroso

STATE: Colorado

COUNTY: Costilla

ZIP CODE: 81138

PARCEL SIZE: 5.01 Acres

APN: 70343350

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: R.G.R. UNIT 12 BLK 1 LOT 4 CONT. 5.01 AC

GOOGLE EARTH: Link to map

OnX Link: Scout the area

LAT/LONG COORDINATES (APPROX): 37.0239 N, 105.6991 W

ELEVATION: 7543 ft

ANNUAL TAXES: $73.76 (as of 2024 subject to change)

ZONING: Estate Residential

FLOOD ZONE: Zone X - is the area determined to be outside the 500‐year flood and protected by levee from 100‐ year flood.

HOA/POA: No

ACCESS: Property can be accessed via county maintained Osage Trl

SEWER: Would be by Septic. Contact county for details

WATER: Well or cistern. Contact the Division of Water Resources at 719-589-6683 to obtain a Well permit.

UTILITIES: Power by solar, wind or generator, Phone by cellular, satellite TV/Internet/Phone

Payment Options

$399 reserves this property today

$159 down + $240 doc fee

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Monthly Payment Option:

$159/mo for 60 months*

*Plus prorated property taxes & $10/mo note maintenance fee

Down Payment gets deducted from cash price.

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Pay in Full - Cash Discount:

$7,499*

*Plus $250 doc fee

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