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24870 Us Highway 285
Fairplay, CO 80440

Updated: 2 months, 3 weeks ago
$769,000
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  • 128.49
    Acres
This is a unique opportunity to purchase improved Agriculturally Zoned ranch land on 128.49 +/- acres just a few miles outside of the Town of Fairplay in South Park Colorado. Mountain views of the Buffalo Peaks, Mt. Silverheels Heels, Mosquito Range and the Redhill Forest Ridge surround this gently sloped parcel with the Crooked Creek flowing through the meadow. Abundant wildlife in the area, with elk herds, moose, deer, antelope and the beautiful mountain blue bird. This property borders BLM Land on one side and US Hwy 285 for access. Critical infrastructure already in place which makes for an ideal situation for seasonal use as well as long term planning for your special ranch in the Rocky Mountains. The property is served by a Domestic Well that was drilled in 2023 that can be used for Domestic Animal Watering, Livestock Watering and Household use. A Septic System is installed and approved for up to 4-Bedrooms. An Off-the-Grid solar panel system and a back-up Kohler Propane Generator. The solar batteries and invertor are housed in a shed. There is a fenced coral with a loafing shed, Conex Container and additional shed. Extras include a cattle press, calf press and cattle load. The property has additional fencing. There is a Land Survey Plat from 2018. There are no animals included or any crops. The current Tax Status is NOT AG TAX STATUS. The 5th Wheel Travel Trailer on property is not included but is negotiable. This central mountain location has easy access to the Town of Fairplay amenities, National Forest recreation for hiking/biking/hunting/atving/jeeping/horseback riding and exploring. Excellent fly-fishing in the area with the Middle Fork of the South Platte River and Eleven Mile, Spinney, Antero, Tarryall and Jefferson Lake Reservoirs in Park County. Approximately 45 Minutes to the Arkansas River and Collegiate Peaks, 35 minutes to Summit County and Breckenridge for World-Class Skiing and about 1.5 Hours to Denver International Airport.
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Main Information

  • County: Park
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Subtype: Unimproved Land
  • Built: None

Exterior Features

  • Approximate Lot SqFt: 5597024.40
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, See Remarks
  • View: Meadow, Mountain(s), River, Southern Exposure, Creek/Stream
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Interior Features

Location Information

  • Area: Park County
  • Legal Description: T09 R77 S23 NE4 ALL THAT PORTION OF THE SW4NE4, W2SE4, SE4SW4 LYING SELY OF HWY 285 23-9-77; ALL THAT PORTION OF THE NW4NE4, N2NW4 SELY OF HWY 285 26-9-77
  • Lot Number: 0
  • Parcel Number: 4975

Additional

  • Available Utilities: Propane, See Remarks, Trash Collection, Septic Available
  • Community Features: See Remarks, Trails/Paths
  • Days on Market: 202
  • Zoning Code: Agricultural

Financial Details

  • Current Tax Amount: $14,555.76
  • Current Tax Year: 2023
  • Possession: Delivery Of Deed
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