Fort Garland, CO 81133 - Costilla County

Adventure Is Out There- Find It with 1.55 Acres of Colorado Land for Sale

Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime- Colorado is filled to the brim with unique landscapes and epic spots to explore! This 1.55-acre property is excellently located in Costilla County, just 32 minutes from the town for Fort Garland. Youll have easy access to a day on the water at Lathrop State Park- with two lakes to choose from even! You can cast your line and fish to your hearts content at Mountain Home and Smith Reservoirs. Splash the day away in Medano Creek or race to the top of the sandy hills at the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Grab your hiking gear and pack a tasty lunch for a trip up the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The list of possibilities goes on for miles and the memories will too! So, contact us for more details and find your new adventure today!

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FAQs:

Where are some good places to hike?

There are several trails that begin in Forbes Park and lead to great views in the San Isabel National Forest. The most popular starting point is at the intersection of Elicker and Grojean. You can proceed through the unlocked personnel gate and follow the trail into Bonnett Park. You will find several trails to follow that lead out of Bonnett Park. On most Tuesdays a group of Forbes Park residents hike trails in the area. Watch for bulletins posted at the front gate and at the Forbes Park Center. These hikes are open to anyone.

Are there any fish in the lakes, ponds, or streams in Forbes Park?

The water sources in the Park are very shallow and freeze during the winter. Fish are not abundant. The streams do flow freely all year round. Some fish, mostly Brookies (Brout Trout) can be found in the streams.

Is hunting allowed in the Park?

Hunting is not allowed in the Park. Landowners do own land and/or homes in the Park because of the ease of assessing to legal hunting areas. Parts of the Parks boundary are adjacent to a National Forest and some BLM. Hunting is allowed in these areas with the appropriate Colorado license. See the Colorado Parks & Wildlife website for information.

Locations and distances from the property:

La Veta Pass-Uptop Historic District: 19.2 Miles 33mins

Mountain Home Reservoir: 22 Miles 37mins

La Veta: 33.8 Miles 46mins

Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve: 45.7 Miles 56mins

Lathrop State Park: 44.3 Miles 55mins

Colorado Gators Reptile Park: 60.1 Miles 1hr 9mins

Cuchara Mountain Park: 48.1Miles 1hr 6mins

Town of San Luis: 35.1 Miles 46mins

Town of Fort Garland: 19.7 Miles 32mins

Alamosa City: 44.5 Miles 57mins

Pueblo City: 95.4 Miles 1hr 36mins

Denver: 210 Miles 3hrs 35mins

Cash Price: $9,999

Owner Financing Options:

These include all interest, all closing costs, all loan servicing fees, we also pay the property taxes & yearly association fee while the property is being financed!

47 payments of $356.17 a month with a down payment of $1260

84 payments of $272.86 a month with a down payment of $1080

Owner Finance Terms:

$250 Doc Fee.

Up to 84 months

No Prepayment Penalty. We actually offer a Prepayment discount, 10-30% which is detailed in the contract.

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City: Fort Garland

State: CO

County: Costilla

General Elevation: 9447 ft

Acres: 1.55

APN: 70119790

Legal Description: Lot 2062, Block 111, Forbes Park, Unit H-2

Subdivision: Forbes Park

Deed Conveyance: Warranty Deed

Title: Clear & Free

Closing / Doc Fees: $250

GPS Coordinates:

37.4628,-105.1946;

37.4631,-105.1941;

37.4624,-105.1933;

37.4621,-105.1939;

Home Owner Association (HOA) / Property Owner Association (POA): Yes, The fees are due in October each year and are currently $290.00 yearly

Zoning: Residential

Camping: Is allowed, with permit from the association; which allows for 21 days of camping, unless you are actively building which would allow a permit to be issued for 12 months.

Power: Nearby, San Isabel Electric is the provider. Their # 719-547-2160

Water: Alternative (Well, Water Tank, Rainwater Catcher)

Sewer: Septic

Roads: Dirt

Time Limit To Build: None

Tax Amount: $99.30 yearly

Type of Terrain : Varied & Treed

County Contact Information:

For land use, call Costilla County Planning & Zoning Dept at 719-937-7668

For land ownership verification call the Costilla County Assessor at 719-937-7670

Link: Costilla County Planning and Zoning Department Residential Development Policy and Procedure

*You can also find a lot of information online on Costillas County Website, like permits and requirements.