
22nd St Blanca, CO 81123
Estimated payment $1/month
About This Lot
You are approved for owner financing at $160 monthly!
Discover the beauty and tranquility of Costilla County with this incredible offer: 5 acres of pristine land for just $160 per month! This picture-perfect parcel has everything you could ever need to get started on the life you deserve! Whether you're looking to build a vacation home, set up a weekend camping spot, or invest in land for the future, this 5-acre lot in Costilla County is an opportunity you don't want to miss. Embrace the serene Colorado lifestyle and make this slice of paradise your own.
Property Features:
-RVs, Camping, and Mobile homes are allowed!
-No HOA!
-Nearby Cities: Denver, Albuquerque, Pueblo, Colorado Springs.
-Closest Highways: US HWY-160, RT-159
-Nearby attractions: Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, Cano's Castle, Ro Grande del Norte National Monument, Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center, Kit Carson Park, UFO Watchtower, San Luis Valley Museum | Alamosa
Message us or call at (970) 510-6240 for more info!
Property Information
State: CO
County: Costilla
Property APN: 70314990
Property Size: 5 Acres
Terrain: Flat, Plain, Desert.
Access: 22nd St
HOA Fees: None
Address: 22nd St, Blanca, Colorado 81123
Pricing:
Cash Price: $11,000 or best offer
Owner Financing: $250 Doc Fee, $200 Down, $198/Month for 60 months
Or
$250 Doc Fee, $200 Down,$160/Monthly for 72 Months
Coordinates:
Center: 37.363678,-105.521446
SE: 37.362829,-105.520834
SW: 37.362798,-105.522028
NW: 37.364542,-105.52205
NE: 37.364548,-105.520862
Own Your Freedom in Costilla County, Colorado: The Last Affordable Frontier in the Rockies
There's something special about Costilla County, Colorado. Its not just the rugged mountains or the quiet open valleys. Its the sense of possibility. The feeling that here, in the southern reaches of Colorado's San Luis Valley, the old dream of living on your own terms is still alive. Wide open skies, untouched landscapes, and affordable land make this one of the few places left in the state where the frontier spirit hasn't been lost to time.
Whether you're looking to build a homestead, invest in property, live off-grid, or simply escape the noise of modern life, Costilla County has the space, scenery, and freedom to make it happen.
Here's why more people are discovering this under-the-radar gem and why now might be the best time to stake your claim in the heart of the Colorado high desert.
Wide Open Space with Room to Grow
Costilla County offers what's increasingly hard to find: acreage at a reasonable price. Here, you'll find 5-acre, 10-acre, and even larger parcels of raw land, much of it undeveloped and unrestricted. With plenty of off-grid potential and no need to deal with heavy development regulations or HOAs in most areas, this is a place where you can bring your vision to life without red tape.
Thinking of building a cabin? Setting up solar? Parking an RV? Raising chickens or starting a garden? Many parts of the county welcome these ideas with open arms. For anyone looking for off-grid or sustainable living, this is an ideal place to set roots or wheels down.
And for those just looking to invest and hold land long-term, the growth of interest in rural, recreational, and off-grid property makes Costilla a smart play. As available land across Colorado continues to shrink and prices rise, Costilla remains one of the last truly accessible places in the state to invest in acreage with long-term potential.
Nature at Your Doorstep
Costilla County is a place where nature is not something you visit it's where you live.
The county sits in the San Luis Valley, one of the largest and highest desert valleys in North America, surrounded by towering mountains on all sides. The Sangre de Cristo Range, which forms the eastern boundary of the county, is home to some of Colorado's most stunning and less-traveled peaks, including Culebra Peak one of Colorado's fourteeners and the only one privately owned (permits are required for summit hikes, adding to its allure).
Living here means waking up to views of snowcapped mountains, with wildlife roaming across the open plains. Elk, deer, coyotes, and hawks are regular visitors. The stargazing is world-class, with clear, dark skies that stretch endlessly overhead.
For outdoor lovers, its a paradise. You can hunt, hike, fish, camp, and explore right from your doorstep. The county offers public access to lakes like Sanchez Reservoir and Mountain Home Reservoir, which are excellent for boating and fishing. And the Rio Grande River, yes, the same one that defines the border between Texas and Mexico flows through the western edge of the county, offering additional recreation opportunities.
The Climate: High Desert with Four Seasons
At elevations between 7,000 and 9,000 feet, Costilla County experiences a true four-season climate. Summers are warm and dry, perfect for gardening, building, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Winters bring snow, especially at higher elevations, offering postcard-worthy scenery and solitude.
The high desert setting means low humidity and over 300 days of sunshine per year, making it ideal for solar energy systems and off-grid infrastructure. Whether you're here year-round or seasonally, the climate supports sustainable living with a natural rhythm that many find deeply grounding.
Access to Culture, History, and Small-Town Life
Costilla County isn't just mountains and wide-open space it also has deep cultural and historical roots. It was the site of the first permanent European settlement in Colorado, established in the mid-1800s. The town of San Luis, founded in 1851, is the oldest continuously inhabited town in the state.
San Luis is still the heart of the county, with a strong community spirit and a mix of Hispanic and Native American influences. You'll find historic adobe buildings, local art, and religious landmarks like the Stations of the Cross Shrine, which draws visitors and pilgrims alike.
Nearby towns like Fort Garland, Blanca, and San Acacio offer basic amenities stores, restaurants, post offices, and schools while larger towns like Alamosa (just 3045 minutes away) provide hospitals, supermarkets, colleges, and more.
If you want to live in a quiet, small-town setting with a rich cultural legacy, Costilla County provides that while still keeping you within striking distance of bigger services when needed.
Adventure Around Every Corner
Living in Costilla County puts you close to some of Colorado's most breathtaking and underrated attractions.
Great Sand Dunes National Park is just over an hours drive away, offering surreal desert scenery and the tallest sand dunes in North America. Hike them, sled them, or simply marvel at the bizarre, otherworldly landscape.
Zapata Falls, a short hike near the Sand Dunes, offers a magical waterfall hidden in a rocky crevice a perfect place to cool off in summer.
San Luis Lakes and nearby wildlife refuges attract birdwatchers and nature photographers, especially during seasonal migrations.
Culebra Peak is accessible (with a permit) and provides a unique opportunity to hike a 14,000-foot mountain on privately owned land.
Skiing at Wolf Creek Ski Area, soaking in hot springs in Hooper or Pagosa Springs, or exploring national forests nearby are all easy weekend trips.
Work, Remote Life, and Self-Sufficiency
Costilla County appeals to people who want to live differently. That could mean remote work, homesteading, seasonal living, or simply creating a getaway from the rest of the world.
Remote workers will appreciate the growing availability of satellite internet and mobile WIFI services, especially in flatter parts of the valley. For off-grid enthusiasts, there's abundant sunshine for solar, and water catchment or well installation are viable options, depending on your location.
Many landowners in Costilla County live part-time, especiall
Steven Morrison
Listed on: 07/09/2025

Property Details
Property Type
- Land
Lot Details
- Dirt Road
- Rural Setting
- Off Grid Property
- Desert Landscape
- Level Lot
- Potential uses include mobile, residential multi-family, residential single
Location
- Easements include access
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
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07/09/2025 07/09/25 | For Sale | $160 | -- | -- |
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