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$839,000
MLS: 05112-910256
1.2 Acres
1,698 SqFt
4 beds
2.0 baths
This well-maintained, move-in ready home on 1.2 acres in Salida, Colorado, offers the perfect combination of privacy, convenience, and stunning mountain views. Situated on a private corner lot, the property boasts unobstructed vistas of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and Sawatch Range, including the Collegiate Peaks and Chalk Cliffs of Mt. Princeton. Built in 1995, the 1,698 sf home features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an open floor plan, a landscaped yard, a massive deck with an electric retractable awning, and a two-car attached garage. Comfort is enhanced with forced air propane heat and a recently installed Xtrordinair fireplace, while a new architectural shingle roof was added in 2017. The home is conveniently located just 2 miles from downtown Salida, 1.3 miles from Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center, 1.5 miles from trails along the Arkansas River, Sands Lake, and Franz Lake, and just over ½ mile from public land access for hiking, biking, and 4-wheeling. Water is provided by the Ute Heights community water system, and a septic system is on-site, making this a turnkey opportunity for mountain living.
Property Features:
Salida, Colorado, offers world-class outdoor recreation that perfectly complements this 192-acre ranch. The Arkansas River, just minutes from the property, is renowned for its whitewater rafting and kayaking, drawing enthusiasts from across the country. Mountain biking and hiking are abundant, with miles of trails in the nearby San Isabel National Forest and Collegiate Peaks Wilderness providing scenic routes for all skill levels. Anglers will find prime fly fishing opportunities in the Arkansas River and surrounding high-country streams, home to trophy trout. For hunting and wildlife enthusiasts, the area features abundant elk and deer populations, with the ranch itself offering resident elk herds and access to Colorado Game Management Units for big game hunting. These top recreational opportunities make Salida, Colorado, a year-round destination for adventure, nature, and outdoor living.