Property ID: 1034
4.85 Acres of Freedom Near Blanca, CO
Costilla, Colorado
4.85
Residential
Manufactured Homes Allowed, Part-Time Camping Allowed, Single Family Dwelling Allowed, Modular Homes Allowed
Description
Set just outside Fort Garland in Colorado’s wide-open San Luis Valley, this 4.85-acre property offers freedom, flexibility, and panoramic mountain views. With level terrain, county road access, and no HOA, it’s the perfect spot for your off-grid retreat, seasonal basecamp, or long-term investment. Location & Access: This parcel is located on 9th Street within the San Luis Valley Ranches subdivision. Easily accessible via county-maintained dirt roads, it sits at GPS coordinates 37.315024, -105.501282 and lies just east of CO-159. The property is about 42 minutes from the Great Sand Dunes National Park and under 45 minutes from Alamosa. At an elevation of 7,862 feet, the parcel offers scenic views and a high-desert climate. Drive Times to Major Cities: 44 min to Alamosa, 2 hrs to Pueblo, 2.5 hrs to Colorado Springs, 3.5 hrs to Denver, Recreation & Wilderness: The surrounding region is home to stunning outdoor landmarks including Zapata Falls, Cole Park, and the Rio Grande wetlands. Whether you’re into hiking, wildlife photography, hunting, or camping, this part of southern Colorado delivers year-round adventure. Zoning & Use: Zoned Estate Residential, the land allows for a home or post-1976 manufactured home. Camping and RVs are permitted up to 14 days every 3 months without septic. Power may require solar or generator setups; water via well or cistern. The nearest power lines are west of the parcel along County Road 12. Off-Grid Potential in a Rugged Landscape: With no HOA, mountain views, and close access to public lands, this property gives you the breathing room to build your future, camp under the stars, or simply escape modern noise on your terms.
Location
1034
9th St.
Fort Garland
Colorado
81123
Costilla
37.315024, -105.501282
Property Specifics
70322620
$126.72
None
$0.00
San Luis Valley Ranches
S.L.V.R. UNIT O BLK 4 LOT 4 (223-37)(TDTC 386-357)(BSD 390-164)(WD 408-773-774)(WD 418-134)
N/A
N/A
Property Characteristics
4.85
Rectangle
Level
Appx. 7862 ft above sea level
Flat, Desert, Plain
Dirt
Yes, 9th St
Approx. 320 ft × 660 ft rectangular lot with grassy open terrain just outside Fort Garland.
Building Information
READ THIS: We are not the Planning & Zoning department and while we try to answer common questions about what the property can be used for, we can‘t provide a yes or no answer for every circumstance. Below we provide helpful contact information to complete due diligence. Wild Domain Land or its affiliates make no warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied relative to usability, the exact location, desirability, or usefulness of the properties or boundary lines of the properties. Buyer is solely responsible for determining the condition of the property, the physical aspects of the land, its geographical location, accessibility, and correct acreage. All information contained herein is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer is required to complete Buyer‘s own due diligence prior to purchasing any property from Wild Domain Land or its affiliates.
No fixed timeline to start building. Once a Land Use Permit is issued, construction must be completed within 12 months.
Estate Residential (ER)
No fixed time limit to start building. Construction must be finished within 12 months after a Land Use Permit is issued. Vacant lots may be held as investment property with no build-by deadline
Zoned Residential (Estate Residential). Permits site-built, modular, and manufactured homes. RV use allowed with permit. No HOA. [Costilla County Land Use Code](https://costillacounty.colorado.gov/building-planning)
Modular homes allowed if constructed to HUD or UBC standards and installed on a permanent foundation.
Manufactured homes are allowed with a permit. Home must be 1976 or newer, built to HUD standards, and set up under county and state installation rules (HUD tag, CO DOH certificate, and state electrical/plumbing inspections required).
Mobile homes allowed if 1976 or newer and meet HUD certification. Permanent foundation required. RVs and temporary units not considered mobile homes under county code.
Yes. Per County, minimum of 600 sq ft (single story) or 800 sq ft (two story). Tiny homes permitted if they meet IRC or HUD construction standards and are installed on a permanent foundation. Mobile tiny homes allowed only with temporary use permit.
County driveway access permit required for any new approach connecting to a public road. Must be approved by Costilla County Road & Bridge Department.
No current moratoriums on building. Construction may begin once Land Use and septic permits are approved by Costilla County.
Zone X — land is outside the 500-year flood area and protected from 100-year flood risk. No special flood insurance required.
Allowable Uses
Not permitted full-time; temporary stays allowed up to 14 days every 3 months without permit
Yes, short-term use okay; septic required for extended stays
Yes, up to 14 days every 3 months (permit required for longer stays)
Yes, up to 14 days every 3 months
Properties sit near GMU 82 & 83 with access to BLM and state lands; hunting allowed nearby, not directly on the lot
Reside, Camping, Fishing, Sightseeing, Outdoor Adventures, Mountain Biking, Big Game Hunting, Stargazing & Photography, Off-Grid Living, Hiking & Exploring, ATV / Off-Roading, Wildlife Viewing
Water
None – water by well or cistern
Well or cistern. Contact Valley Well Drilling – (719) 589-3013 for depth estimates and cost.
Yes
100–250 ft (varies by location)
Yes – water tanks and cisterns allowed
Yes – legal in Colorado for residential use
Sewer, Septic or Other
No – area not served by public systems
Yes – must obtain county permit
Electricity
No – most parcels are off-grid
Off-grid solar or contact Xcel Energy – (800) 895-4999 for nearest service point
Yes – small systems allowed
Yes – solar panels and off-grid systems permitted
Gas
No natural gas service. LP, diesel, or propane tank required. Contact Xcel Energy Gas Dept – (800) 895-2999 for line availability, or use a local propane supplier such as Valley Gas Service – (719) 589-3008.
Yes. Portable or buried propane tanks permitted with County approval and standard safety setbacks.
Flexible plans for your needs
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