$949,000
SOLD JUL 24, 2025

66242 Cr 542 Gardner, CO 81040

176 Acres
$5,392 Price per Acre
7,666,560 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

5% Below List Price

175 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 176 Acre Lot
  • Cattle
  • Solar Power System
  • Mountain View
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

About This Lot

As of July 2025

Sheep Mountain Ranch is a highly sought-after property in Colorado, offering unmatched access to public lands, off-grid infrastructure, and prime hunting opportunities. Spanning 176± acres of diverse terrain, the ranch is designed for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a reliable and strategic base for year-round pursuits. Located in Game Management Unit 85, the property provides access to one of Colorado’s most productive big game hunting areas. With over-the-counter elk tags available for the second and third hunting seasons, hunters can capitalize on consistent opportunities to pursue elk and other game. The ranch directly borders 3,300± acres of BLM land to the north and 2,200± acres to the south, granting private, controlled access to over 5,500± acres of public land. This exclusive access eliminates competition and enhances the hunting experience, ensuring maximum opportunities to navigate and utilize prime terrain. The centerpiece of the ranch is a 1,161± square-foot off-grid cabin equipped with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The cabin is powered by a solar panel system with a propane generator backup, ensuring dependable energy for extended stays. Additional infrastructure includes well water, a 500-gallon propane tank, a storage shed for equipment, and an internal road system that supports ease of movement throughout the property. These features provide year-round accessibility and practicality for hunting and operational needs. This property’s unique combination of features positions it as an ideal investment for hunters, outfitters, or outdoor professionals. Its location within a premier game management unit, extensive access to adjacent public lands, and well-designed off-grid accommodations create an efficient and functional hub for outdoor activities. Sheep Mountain Ranch offers a rare opportunity to own a hunting property that maximizes access, reliability, and versatility. Whether used as a private hunting retreat, a base for outfitting operations, or a long-term investment, this property delivers the essential elements needed for successful hunting and outdoor management in Colorado.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Seth Craft

M4 Ranch Group, LLC Listed on: 12/09/2024

Co-Listed By

Dan Murphy

M4 Ranch Group, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Seth Craft

M4 Ranch Group, LLC Listed on: 12/09/2024

Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,521

Lot Details

  • 176 Acre Lot
  • Barbed Wire
  • Level Lot

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Cabin

Utilities

  • Well
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Solar Power System
  • Cattle
  • Horses Allowed On Property

Community Details

  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17137242

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,521

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: Land
  • Em Holder: title company
  • Legal Lot Block: LOTS 242, 243, 259, 263 AND 275, UNIT CC-2, COLORADO LAND & GRAZING RANCH, AS FILED NOVEMBER 6, 1985 AT RECEPTION NO. 301981, MAP NO. 296, ACCORDING TO THE RECORDS OF THE CLERK AND RECORDER FOR HUERFANO COUNTY, COLORADO.
  • Livestock Allowed: Cattle, Horses
  • Lot Size Acreage: 101-200 Acres
  • Parcel Id Number: 17137242
  • Property Description: Borders Public Land
  • Street Descriptionaccess: County
  • Zoning: Residential Single Family
  • Domestic Sewer: Septic
  • Type: With Cabin/Yurt
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Estimated Total Acres: 176
  • Current Property Use: Cattle, Horses, Mountain Recreation, Hunting
  • Em Deposit: 2%
  • Possible Property Use: Mountain Recreation, Grazing(no Irrigation), Hunting
  • Irrigation Systemrights: Well
  • Mineral Rights: Unknown
  • Price Acre: 5392.05
  • Topography: Level, Rolling
  • Price per Sq Ft: 0.12
  • Sold Priceacre: 5392.05
  • Total Taxes Dollar: 3520.84
  • Prop Description Remarks: Sheep Mountain Ranch is a highly sought-after property in Colorado, offering unmatched access to public lands, off-grid infrastructure, and prime hunting opportunities. Spanning 176± acres of diverse terrain, the ranch is designed for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a reliable and strategic base for year-round pursuits. Located in Game Management Unit 85, the property provides access to one of Colorado’s most productive big game hunting areas. With over-the-counter elk tags available for the second and third hunting seasons, hunters can capitalize on consistent opportunities to pursue elk and other game. The ranch directly borders 3,300± acres of BLM land to the north and 2,200± acres to the south, granting private, controlled access to over 5,500± acres of public land. This exclusive access eliminates competition and enhances the hunting experience, ensuring maximum opportunities to navigate and utilize prime terrain. The centerpiece of the ranch is a 1,161± square-foot off-grid cabin equipped with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The cabin is powered by a solar panel system with a propane generator backup, ensuring dependable energy for extended stays. Additional infrastructure includes well water, a 500-gallon propane tank, a storage shed for equipment, and an internal road system that supports ease of movement throughout the property. These features provide year-round accessibility and practicality for hunting and operational needs. This property’s unique combination of features positions it as an ideal investment for hunters, outfitters, or outdoor professionals. Its location within a premier game management unit, extensive access to adjacent public lands, and well-designed off-grid accommodations create an efficient and functional hub for outdoor activities. Sheep Mountain Ranch offers a rare opportunity to own a hunting property that maximizes access, reliability, and versatility. Whether used as a private hunting retreat, a base for outfitting operations, or a long-term investment, this property delivers the essential elements needed for successful hunting and outdoor management in Colorado.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: LotsLands

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 0

Exterior Features

  • Fence: Barbed Wire
  • Views: Mountains, Valley

Utilities

  • Utilities: Solar
  • Electric Supplier: Solar
  • Water Supplier: Well
  • Water Well: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Open Enrollment
  • Middle School: Open Enrollment
  • High School: Open Enrollment
  • High School: Open Enrollment

Lot Info

  • Geo Subdivision: CO

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Open Enrollment
  • Middle School: Open Enrollment

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2023
Sold by
Dorado Land & Cattle Llc
Bought by
Enders Corey and Dang Khanh

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2021
Sold by
Shane Echols Daniel
Bought by
Dorado Land & Cattle Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2020
Sold by
Sobey Joseph M
Bought by
Echols Daniel Shane and Echols Andrea Carmen
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $835,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $315,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $280,000 Assured Title Agency
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $618,800 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Sold $949,000 0.0% --
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Price Changed $949,000 -4.6% --
12/09/2024 12/09/24 For Sale $995,000 -- --
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 $853 $11,055 $1,329 $9,726
2023 $845 $11,055 $1,329 $9,726
2022 $648 $8,376 $1,093 $7,283
2021 $710 $8,679 $1,186 $7,493
2020 $564 $7,691 $1,112 $6,579
2019 $578 $7,691 $1,112 $6,579
2018 $590 $7,913 $1,187 $6,726
2017 $367 $4,975 $932 $4,043
2016 $396 $5,681 $875 $4,806
2015 $357 $5,681 $875 $4,806
2014 $357 $5,755 $809 $4,946
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

MLS Number: 819837

Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

APN: 17137242