Property ID: 1087
5.26 Acres — Big Views & Easy Access
Costilla, Colorado
5.26
Residential
Manufactured Homes Allowed, Part-Time Camping Allowed, Single Family Dwelling Allowed, Modular Homes Allowed, Off the Grid, Mobile Homes Allowed
Description
5.26 Acres at the Foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains — Flat Ground, Dual Road Frontage & Big Legacy Potential. This 5.26-acre parcel in the Sangre de Cristo Ranches offers a rare combination of flat, highly usable ground and sweeping mountain views, sitting right at the base of the Sangre de Cristo range. With open grassland and sagebrush vegetation, excellent solar exposure, and clean contours throughout, the land is well suited for a future homesite, off-grid retreat, or long-term legacy investment. Located at approximately 8,150 ft elevation, the property features over 1,020 feet of road frontage on two sides along Arrowhead Rd and Mellick Rd, providing flexible access and multiple build orientation options. County-maintained dirt roads make access straightforward year-round, while the flat terrain keeps future development simple and cost-efficient. Estate Residential zoning allows for residential construction, manufactured homes, and other approved uses consistent with the subdivision, making this an ideal parcel to build gradually over time. Power is nearby, yet the setting remains comfortably off-grid — a balance many buyers seek when planning a self-sufficient mountain property meant to last for generations. Just 15 minutes from Fort Garland, 40 minutes from Alamosa or Great Sand Dunes National Park, and 2 hours 15 minutes from Colorado Springs, the location blends privacy with accessibility. The surrounding region is rich in outdoor recreation, with abundant wildlife including elk and deer, wide-open skies, and easy access to hiking, hunting, and exploration throughout the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. A flat, accessible, and scenic Colorado parcel designed for those who value land ownership not just for today — but for the legacy it can create tomorrow.
Location
1087
Arrowhead Rd.
Fort Garland
Colorado
81133
Costilla
37.33075, -105.38105
Property Specifics
70211800
$212.48
Voluntary
Annual Fee: $25 (Voluntary)
Sangre de Cristo Ranches
S.D.C.R. UNIT D BLK 68 LOT 816 CONT.. 5.233 AC (209-922) (QCD 256-798) (DC 398-197)
Voluntary Association found: https://www.scrocommunity.org/
N/A
Property Characteristics
5.26
Square
Flat
Appx. 8,150 ft above sea level
Mountain
Dirt
Yes - via Arrowhead & Mellick Roads (Road frontage on 2 sides)
Approx. 400 ft (N)x 452 ft (E)x 618 ft (S)x 400 ft (W)
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 time limit to build. Construction must be completed within 1 year after a building permit is issued.
Estate Residential (ER)
No immediate building requirement. Once a building permit is issued, construction must be completed within 1 year.No immediate building requirement. Once a building permit is issued, construction must be completed within 1 year. There are no penalties or timelines for undeveloped land ownership — you can hold indefinitely without building. There are no penalties or timelines for undeveloped land ownership — you can hold indefinitely without building.
Zoned Residential (Estate Residential). Allows single-family homes, modular homes, and manufactured housing. Agricultural uses and livestock permitted. No HOA. [Costilla County Land Use Code](https://costillacounty.colorado.gov/building-planning)
Modular homes are permitted. Must meet HUD or UBC standards and be placed on a permanent foundation.
Modular homes are permitted. Must meet HUD or UBC standards and be placed on a permanent foundation.
Mobile homes are permitted if 1976 or newer and built to HUD standards. Must be placed on a permanent foundation and connected to approved utilities.
Yes. Per County, minimum of 600 sq ft (single story) or 800 sq ft (two story). Tiny homes are allowed if built to residential code and placed on a permanent foundation. RV-style tiny homes require a permit for temporary use.
Driveway access permit required for any new entrance from a county road. Apply through the Costilla County Road & Bridge Department prior to construction.
No county-wide moratoriums in effect. Building allowed year-round with approved Land Use Permit and septic system.
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; short-term stays up to 3 months with septic and county permit
Yes, short-term use okay with septic and Land Use Permit
Yes, up to 30 days/year (or 90 days with active building permit)
Yes - 14 days every 3 months (Without septic)
These lots are positioned near prime GMU 83 elk and deer country; hunting allowed on nearby public lands, not directly on the property
Reside, Fishing, Sightseeing, Outdoor Adventures, Mountain Biking, Big Game Hunting, Camping, Hiking & Exploring, ATV / Off-Roading, Wildlife Viewing, Photography
Water
None – water by well or cistern
Well or cistern. Contact Sangre de Cristo Water Well Drilling – (719) 379-3262 for estimates and depth verification.
Yes
150–350 ft (varies by parcel)
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 meet county and state sanitation standards
Electricity
No – most parcels are off-grid
Off-grid solar or contact San Isabel Electric Association – (800) 279-7436 for nearest line
Yes – small residential wind systems permitted
Yes – solar panels and off-grid systems permitted
Gas
No natural gas. Use portable or buried propane tank. Contact A-1 High Valley Propane – (719) 298-2504 or La Veta Propane Inc – (719) 742-3291 for service options.
Yes. Portable or buried propane tanks permitted with County approval and standard safety setbacks.
Flexible plans for your needs
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