$872,000
$100K PRICE DROP

13600 County Road 251 Salida, CO 81201

Estimated payment $4,724/month

Total Views 47,534
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,423 Sq Ft
$360 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 40 Acre Lot
  • Mountain View
  • Longfellow Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wood Burning Stove

About This Home

If you are craving solitude, adventure, and unspoiled wilderness - “The Mountain House” delivers. Nestled at the end of the road and surrounded by National Forest on TWO sides, here you are 5 miles east of the Colorado Trail. This 40 acre off-grid sanctuary offers direct access to thousands of acres of public land for hunting, hiking, backpacking, or simply disappearing into nature. Inside, a stunning 14.5’ south-facing wall of windows floods the Great Room with sunlight and frames the sweeping views - bringing the outdoors in while you stay cozy beside the wood-burning stove. Used as a family retreat, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is thoughtfully designed for both entertaining and unplugging. The expansive Great Room comfortably fits two dining tables, has ample seating around the wood stove, and a dedicated game area - ideal for gathering after a day on the trail or in the field. The spacious kitchen features a center island, walk-in pantry, and convenient access to the back door for outdoor grilling. Enjoy that meal outdoors on the patio, where Continental Divide views will steal the show. Completely off-grid, the home is powered by solar and propane - giving you freedom, security, and sustainability. Whether you are hunting elk, hiking ridgelines, or stargazing, this is a place where the world truly feels far away (yet you are only 13 miles from Salida!). The Mountain House is not just a home - it is a launchpad for adventure, and a haven for those who prefer nature as their only neighbor. Well allows for an additional home, 1 acre lawn/garden, and domestic animals. Home is located along a private road in which you must be accompanied by a broker (sorry, no drive bys). Note: This is one of 3 adjacent properties being offered for sale, giving you an opportunity to purchase 120 acres with a total of 3 homes if desired. Watch the video at book.emeraldrealestatemedia.com/13600-County-Road-251 then reach out today for a showing!

Listing Agent

Cathy Chochon

Full Circle Real Estate Group Brokerage Email: cathychochon@gmail.com,719-207-3651 License #100046187 Listed on: 08/21/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,357

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 40 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Dirt Road
  • Property borders a national or state park
  • South Facing Home
  • Natural State Vegetation
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned AR - Agriculture/Ranching

Home Design

  • Mountain Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,423 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished or left unfurnished upon request
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Great Room
  • Game Room
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 8 Parking Spaces
  • Unpaved Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Exposure or Shade
  • Green energy is off-grid
  • Heating system powered by active solar
  • Heating system powered by passive solar

Schools

  • Longfellow Elementary School
  • Salida Middle School
  • Salida High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • 110 Volts
  • Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Ground Level
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Seller's personal property.
  • Property held in a trust
  • Assessor Parcel Number 368512200005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,357

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

40 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Mountain Contemporary
  • Structure Type: House
  • Levels: One
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2423
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Exclusions: Seller's personal property.
  • Living Area: 2423
  • Directions: Call listing agent for directions. No unaccompanied drive bys.
  • SubdivisionName: n/a
  • Ownership: Corporation/Trust
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • REC_BasementLevelBedrooms: 0
  • REC_ExpectedActiveDate: 2025-08-21
  • REC_RVSpaces: 0
  • REC_UpperLevelBathrooms: 0
  • REC_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0
  • REC_WaterIncludedYN: 1
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: No Stairs, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: South
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Patio and Porch Features: Patio
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Unpaved
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8

Utilities

  • Utilities: Off Grid, Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Active Solar, Passive Solar, Radiant Floor, Wood Stove
  • Water Source: Well
  • Electric: 110V
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Association/Amenities

  • REC_AssociationFee2Annual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFee3Annual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFeeAnnual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFeeTotalAnnual: 0.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Salida

Lot Info

  • Horses: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 368512200005
  • Lot Size Acres: 40
  • Building Area Total: 2423
  • Horse Amenities: Well Allows For
  • Lot Features: Borders National Forest, Sloped
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1742400

Green Features

  • Green Energy Efficient: Exposure/Shade

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Negotiable

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2357

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Longfellow
  • High School: Salida

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,357 $47,680 $11,890 $35,790
2024 $2,357 $48,760 $12,750 $36,010
2023 $2,284 $48,760 $12,750 $36,010
2022 $1,971 $38,780 $14,770 $24,010
2021 $1,979 $39,890 $15,190 $24,700
2020 $1,868 $35,960 $12,480 $23,480
2019 $1,873 $35,960 $12,480 $23,480
2018 $1,555 $30,270 $10,880 $19,390
2017 $1,517 $30,270 $10,880 $19,390
2016 $1,511 $29,560 $10,000 $19,560
2015 $1,740 $29,560 $10,000 $19,560
2014 $1,740 $32,520 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/29/2025 10/29/25 Price Changed $872,000 -10.3% $360 / Sq Ft
08/21/2025 08/21/25 For Sale $972,000 -- $401 / Sq Ft
Source: REcolorado®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $44,000 --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Cathy Chochon

Full Circle Real Estate Group

(719) 824-3040

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Source: REcolorado®

MLS Number: 2542459

REcolorado®

APN: R368512200005

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