$788,500
PENDING $11K PRICE DROP

523 Expedition Dr South Fork, CO 81154

Estimated payment $4,505/month

Total Views 2,980
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,936 Sq Ft
$407 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Furnished
  • Shed
  • Clubhouse
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Tile Flooring

About This Home

Welcome to your mountain retreat! This beautiful log cabin-style home sits on 6.13 acres in the private, gated River Island Ranch community near South Fork, Colorado. This home blends rustic elegance with modern comforts, and it comes fully furnished and ready to enjoy from day one! Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and two full baths, all styled with cozy cabin decor, aspen log furniture, and high-end Bali window treatments. The great room features soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings, a dramatic river rock fireplace with a pellet stove insert, and expansive South-facing windows that let the sunshine pour in. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar perfect for gathering at any time of day. The primary suite, located upstairs, includes a private deck and plenty of natural light. A smart thermostat allows you to warm the home remotely before you arrive, and a monitored security system gives you peace of mind. The attached two-car garage includes a workbench, cabinet storage, and extra insulation, as well as an additional freezer. There’s even a backup 16kw automatic propane generator to keep things running smoothly during the rare, mountain power outage. Outside, you'll love the freshly stained log exterior, recently painted decks and doors, and fire-mitigated landscaping approved by the South Fork Fire Department. A highlight of the side yard is the 1,500-gallon pond with a waterfall feature, ready for fish! All the pumps, filters, UV light, and accessories are in place and just waiting for water. The 325-foot-deep well produces a generous 15 gallons per minute, providing ample water for interior and exterior applications. Numerous flower beds await your green thumb with thoughtfully included sprinkler heads and buried irrigation lines. Whether you’re looking for a full-time mountain home or just a vacation getaway, this cabin is truly turnkey, right down to the pots, pans, linens, cleaning supplies, and even the toilet paper! Did I mention it’s also spotlessly clean? River Island Ranch offers a rare blend of natural beauty and private amenities. Surrounded by pristine mountain landscapes, this gated community provides exclusive access to the Rio Grande River and the Rio Grande National Forest. Owners and their guests enjoy a private 10-acre island on the river, complete with charming riverside cabins for rent and a cozy clubhouse—ideal for gatherings, relaxing, or just soaking in the view. The island also boasts a private stretch of gold-medal trout waters, making it a dream destination for fishing enthusiasts. It’s the perfect basecamp for your mountain adventures. Please see the Virtual Tours section for a full video tour/showing, a drone video, an interactive 3D Matterport tour, a link to the covenants, and a comprehensive list of home upgrades.

Listing Agent

Dee Plucinski

Steffens and Company Realty, Inc Listed on: 06/17/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,979

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 6.13 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $44 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Log Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,936 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Outdoor Gas Grill

Schools

  • Del Norte K-5 Elementary School
  • Del Norte 6-8 Middle School
  • Del Norte 9-12 High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1921101010

Community Details

Overview

  • River Island Ranch HOA
  • River Island Ranch Subdivision
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,979

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$44 per month

Listing Details

  • Appliance Inclusions: Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Freezer
  • Estimated Total Acres: 6.13
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Common Facilities: Club House
  • Em Deposit: 7,500
  • Em Holder: Title Company
  • Exterior Inclusions: Shed/Storage, Landscaping, Gas Grill
  • Interior Inclusions: All Furnishings
  • Legal Lot Block: RIVERISLAND RANCH FILING #1 Lot 12 CONT 6.13 AC M/L
  • Livestock Allowed: Poultry
  • Lot Size Acreage: 5-9.99
  • Parcel Id Number: 1921101010
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 407.28
  • Property Description: Borders Public Land
  • Real Estate Included: Yes
  • Realist Id: 1921101010
  • Residence Stories: Two Story
  • Residence Style: Cabin
  • Sale/Rent: For Sale
  • Street Designation: Drive
  • Zoning: Residential Single Family
  • Type: Stick Built
  • HOA Fees: Yes
  • Internet Provider: Ciello
  • Internet Service: Yes
  • Total Taxes Dollar: 1978.68
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Foreign Owned Y N: No
  • Prop Description Remarks: Welcome to your mountain retreat! This beautiful log cabin-style home sits on 6.13 acres in the private, gated River Island Ranch community near South Fork, Colorado. This home blends rustic elegance with modern comforts, and it comes fully furnished and ready to enjoy from day one! Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and two full baths, all styled with cozy cabin decor, aspen log furniture, and high-end Bali window treatments. The great room features soaring tongue-and-groove ceilings, a dramatic river rock fireplace with a pellet stove insert, and expansive South-facing windows that let the sunshine pour in. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar perfect for gathering at any time of day. The primary suite, located upstairs, includes a private deck and plenty of natural light. A smart thermostat allows you to warm the home remotely before you arrive, and a monitored security system gives you peace of mind. The attached two-car garage includes a workbench, cabinet storage, and extra insulation, as well as an additional freezer. There’s even a backup 16kw automatic propane generator to keep things running smoothly during the rare, mountain power outage. Outside, you'll love the freshly stained log exterior, recently painted decks and doors, and fire-mitigated landscaping approved by the South Fork Fire Department. A highlight of the side yard is the 1,500-gallon pond with a waterfall feature, ready for fish! All the pumps, filters, UV light, and accessories are in place and just waiting for water. The 325-foot-deep well produces a generous 15 gallons per minute, providing ample water for interior and exterior applications. Numerous flower beds await your green thumb with thoughtfully included sprinkler heads and buried irrigation lines. Whether you’re looking for a full-time mountain home or just a vacation getaway, this cabin is truly turnkey, right down to the pots, pans, linens, cleaning supplies, and even the toilet paper! Did I mention it’s also spotlessly clean? River Island Ranch offers a rare blend of natural beauty and private amenities. Surrounded by pristine mountain landscapes, this gated community provides exclusive access to the Rio Grande River and the Rio Grande National Forest. Owners and their guests enjoy a private 10-acre island on the river, complete with charming riverside cabins for rent and a cozy clubhouse—ideal for gatherings, relaxing, or just soaking in the view. The island also boasts a private stretch of gold-medal trout waters, making it a dream destination for fishing enthusiasts. It’s the perfect basecamp for your mountain adventures. Please see the Virtual Tours section for a full video tour/showing, a drone video, an interactive 3D Matterport tour, a link to the covenants, and a comprehensive list of home upgrades.
  • Subdv Name: River Island Ranch
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 19

Interior Features

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet-Partial, Tile
  • Estimated Total Sq Ft: 1936
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarters: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Location Type: Living Room
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Total Office Den: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Log
  • Exterior Structures: Shed
  • Roof: Architectural Shingles
  • Views: Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Type: Attached Garage
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2

Utilities

  • Electric Supplier: San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative
  • Gas Supplier: Propane
  • Heating System: Forced Air, Fireplace
  • Sewer Supplier: Septic
  • Water Supplier: Well
  • Water Well: Yes
  • Well Permit Number: 67270-F

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: Yes
  • Hoametro Fees: 525.00
  • HOA Metro Fees Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Name: River Island Ranch

Schools

  • Elementary School: Del Norte K-5
  • Middle School: Del Norte 6-8
  • High School: Del Norte 9-12
  • High School: Del Norte 9-12

Lot Info

  • Geo Subdivision: CO

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Del Norte K-5
  • Middle School: Del Norte 6-8

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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
2024 $1,410 $28,557 $4,298 $24,259
2023 $1,410 $27,861 $4,298 $23,563
2022 $1,232 $19,036 $2,482 $16,554
2021 $1,247 $19,588 $2,558 $17,030
2020 $1,200 $18,782 $1,752 $17,030
2019 $1,203 $18,782 $1,752 $17,030
2018 $1,177 $18,285 $0 $0
2017 $1,187 $18,285 $0 $0
2016 $924 $18,400 $0 $0
2015 $833 $18,400 $0 $0
2014 $833 $16,550 $0 $0
2013 $1,487 $16,550 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/04/2025 08/04/25 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $788,500 -1.3% $407 / Sq Ft
06/17/2025 06/17/25 For Sale $799,000 -- $413 / Sq Ft
Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $250,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $130,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $45,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $450,546 Unknown
Closed $0 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

MLS Number: 825521

Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

APN: 1921101010