$325,000
SOLD MAY 21, 2025

623 Baker Ave Cortez, CO 81321

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$171 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

39 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • 1 Home Office
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to this charming and spacious 3-bedroom, 2 full bathroom home, designed to provide comfort and convenience for you, your family and guests. Entering through the front door, a living room area provides a welcoming space for entertaining guests or relaxing with family. Continue on to the den/media room which features a gas fireplace, perfect for movie nights or spending quiet evenings absorbed in reading your latest book. Walk through a door to the separate, large dining room ideal for hosting dinner parties or enjoying family meals. The spaciousness of this room will be great for both intimate dinners and larger gatherings as well. The kitchen is easily accessible from the dining room or the living room and is designed to be a welcoming space with functionality in mind. It includes a breakfast nook full of light from the bay windows for enjoying a slower paced meal. Outfitted with all the typical appliances, you'll also enjoy the additional ample cabinetry for plenty of storage. A great place to unwind after a busy day, the generously sized private primary bedroom has a true walk-in closet. This bedroom is perfect for unwinding after a busy day. There is space for a comfy chair for a reading nook or add a couch for watching movies. It also has the advantage of a large ensuite bathroom complete with double sinks, & includes both a soaking tub and a walk-in shower plus a ton of storage. The remaining two bedrooms are amply sized, each with it's own closet and natural light streaming in through the windows. These rooms provide flexibility for not only bedrooms but a home office, guess accommodations or as a work out space. Step outside to the covered patio perfect for morning coffee while watching the birds at the birdfeeders. Later on plan on grilling supper outdoors as you'll have plenty of room for not only the grill but chairs and a table. Access to the separate heated laundry room is fully covered by the patio roof for easy year round access. The back yard is completely fenced and includes two sheds or workshops with electricity installed. A space past the outbuildings is designed for a small garden. The sprinkler system services both the front and back yards. Located in SW Colorado, you'll have many activities to participate in, from area festivals to recreation in the San Juan Mountains to hiking in the canyons. With a variety of diverse national parks within driving distance, you'll enjoy traveling the southwest United States! Go for the day or spend time RVing in the area. Make this home your own oasis amidst the natural beauty and vibrant community of SW Colorado.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bonnie Leighton

United Country Blue Sky Homes and Land Listed on: 03/27/2025

United Country Blue Sky Homes and Land

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Sanchez

Stacked Real Estate Professionals

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $974

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Privacy Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,900 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Fireplace Features Blower Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den with Fireplace
  • 1 Home Office
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Shed

Schools

  • Mesa K-5 Elementary School
  • Cortez 6-8 Middle School
  • Montezuma-Cortez 9-12 High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Internet Available
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Verde Vu Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 561134106006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$974

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Appliance Inclusions: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Estimated Total Acres: 0.19
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Em Deposit: 3500
  • Em Holder: Title Co
  • Exterior Inclusions: Shed/Storage, Landscaping, Patio, Lawn Sprinklers, Covered Porch
  • Interior Inclusions: Window Coverings, Ceiling Fan(s), W/D Hookup, Walk In Closet
  • Legal Lot Block: Subdivision: Verde Vu, Lot 5 Block 7, PN 5611-341-06-006
  • Lot Size Acreage: Less than .25
  • Parcel Id Number: 561134106006
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 171.05
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Real Estate Included: Yes
  • Residence Stories: One Story
  • Residence Style: Ranch
  • Sale/Rent: For Sale
  • Siding: Brick, Masonite
  • Sold Price Sq Ft: 171.05
  • Street Descriptionaccess: City/Town, Paved
  • Street Designation: Avenue
  • Tax Account Id: R010625
  • Zoning: Residential Single Family
  • Type: Stick Built
  • Internet Service: Yes
  • Total Taxes Dollar: 974
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Foreign Owned Y N: No
  • Prop Description Remarks: Welcome to this charming and spacious 3-bedroom, 2 full bathroom home, designed to provide comfort and convenience for you, your family and guests. Entering through the front door, a living room area provides a welcoming space for entertaining guests or relaxing with family. Continue on to the den/media room which features a gas fireplace, perfect for movie nights or spending quiet evenings absorbed in reading your latest book. Walk through a door to the separate, large dining room ideal for hosting dinner parties or enjoying family meals. The spaciousness of this room will be great for both intimate dinners and larger gatherings as well. The kitchen is easily accessible from the dining room or the living room and is designed to be a welcoming space with functionality in mind. It includes a breakfast nook full of light from the bay windows for enjoying a slower paced meal. Outfitted with all the typical appliances, you'll also enjoy the additional ample cabinetry for plenty of storage. A great place to unwind after a busy day, the generously sized private primary bedroom has a true walk-in closet. This bedroom is perfect for unwinding after a busy day. There is space for a comfy chair for a reading nook or add a couch for watching movies. It also has the advantage of a large ensuite bathroom complete with double sinks, & includes both a soaking tub and a walk-in shower plus a ton of storage. The remaining two bedrooms are amply sized, each with it's own closet and natural light streaming in through the windows. These rooms provide flexibility for not only bedrooms but a home office, guess accommodations or as a work out space. Step outside to the covered patio perfect for morning coffee while watching the birds at the birdfeeders. Later on plan on grilling supper outdoors as you'll have plenty of room for not only the grill but chairs and a table. Access to the separate heated laundry room is fully covered by the patio roof for easy year round access. The back yard is completely fenced and includes two sheds or workshops with electricity installed. A space past the outbuildings is designed for a small garden. The sprinkler system services both the front and back yards. Located in SW Colorado, you'll have many activities to participate in, from area festivals to recreation in the San Juan Mountains to hiking in the canyons. With a variety of diverse national parks within driving distance, you'll enjoy traveling the southwest United States! Go for the day or spend time RVing in the area. Make this home your own oasis amidst the natural beauty and vibrant community of SW Colorado.
  • Subdv Name: Verde Vu
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 17

Interior Features

  • Dining Room: Separate Dining
  • Dining Room: Yes
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet-Partial, Tile, Laminate
  • Estimated Total Sq Ft: 1900
  • Bathrooms Description: 2 full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarters: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Location Type: Fireplace Blowers, Gas Logs, Glass Doors, Den/Family Room
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1900
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main Level
  • Total Office Den: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Chain Link, Privacy, Fenced - Back
  • Windows: Double Pane
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Structures: Shed, Workshop
  • Roof: Composition

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas, Cable TV, Internet, Phone - Cell Reception, Phone - Landline
  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Electric Supplier: Empire Electric Association, Inc
  • Gas Supplier: Atmos Energy
  • Heating System: Electric Baseboard, Forced Air, Fireplace
  • Sewer Supplier: Cortez Sanitation District
  • Water Supplier: City of Cortez

Schools

  • High School: Montezuma-Cortez 9-12

Lot Info

  • Geo Subdivision: CO

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Mesa K-5
  • Middle School: Cortez 6-8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2025
Closed on
May 21, 2025
Sold by
Benton Richmond P
Bought by
Berft Gregory A and Berft Tamara L
Seller's Agent
Bonnie Leighton
United Country Blue Sky Homes and Land
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Sanchez
Stacked Real Estate Professionals
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-7.14%
Current Estimated Value
$337,967

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$12,967
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.51%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 1996
Sold by
Brown K. Morrison and Brown Nanc
Bought by
Benton Richmond P and Benton Janice E
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $325,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/21/2025 05/21/25 Sold $325,000 -5.8% $171 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
04/19/2025 04/19/25 Price Changed $345,000 -1.4% $182 / Sq Ft
03/27/2025 03/27/25 For Sale $350,000 -- $184 / Sq Ft
Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $565 $18,958 $2,507 $16,451
2023 $565 $23,337 $3,086 $20,251
2022 $932 $19,280 $3,086 $16,194
2021 $948 $19,280 $3,086 $16,194
2020 $758 $16,009 $3,086 $12,923
2019 $760 $16,009 $3,086 $12,923
2018 $873 $13,690 $2,790 $10,900
2017 $868 $13,690 $2,790 $10,900
2016 $811 $14,110 $3,090 $11,020
2015 $372 $191,280 $0 $0
2014 $433 $7,050 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

MLS Number: 822348

Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

APN: R010625