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Property Description
Tucked into the scenic mountain community of Wetmore, this beautifully updated creekside property offers the perfect balance of comfort, privacy, and Colorado adventure. Situated on approximately .75 acres, this 3-bedroom, 3-bath home is a rare opportunity to own land where Hardscrabble Creek flows directly through the property, creating a peaceful setting you'll enjoy year-round. Inside, thoughtful updates make the home move-in ready, including a recently completed 400-square-foot primary suite featuring a spacious bedroom, private bath, and a relaxing retreat to recharge after a day outdoors. Fresh interior paint brightens the home, while the flexible floor plan provides comfortable living for full-time residents, weekend getaways, or hosting family and friends. Step outside to experience the true highlight of the property. Upper and lower decks overlook the creek, offering the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, watch local wildlife, or relax beneath Colorado's incredible night skies. The property also includes a detached two-car garage with generous attic storage, greenhouse, chicken coop, cedar smokehouse, storage shed, and ample space for gardening, hobbies, or simply enjoying the fresh mountain air. Outdoor recreation begins just minutes from your doorstep with nearby National Forest access providing endless opportunities for hiking, fishing, hunting, ATV riding, and exploring the natural beauty of Southern Colorado. Convenient year-round access via Highway 96 makes travel to Florence, Cañon City, Westcliffe, and Pueblo easy while allowing you to enjoy the tranquility of mountain living. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, a mountain getaway, or a peaceful place to reconnect with nature, this one-of-a-kind creekside property offers the lifestyle so many buyers are seeking.
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Full Property Details for 20728 Hwy 96
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General
- Price: $385,000
- Taxes: $959 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroList_Colorado
- MLS ID: 6157684
- Updated: 7/21/2026
- Added to Site: 36 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Suite, Smoke Free
- Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Living Room, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning, Dining Room, Living Room, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning, Dining Room, Living Room, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Gravel
Location
- County: Custer
- Subdivision: W. E. Smith
- Driving Directions: From Florence, take CO-67 S toward Wetmore. Continue approximately 14 miles. Turn right onto CO-96 W and continue for about 6 miles. Property will be on the right
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elem School District: Custer County C-1
- Midd School District: Custer County C-1
- High School District: Custer County C-1
- Elementary School: Custer County
- Middle School: Custer County
- High School: Custer County
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Pellet Stove, Wood
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Propane
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Square Feet: 1,940
- Sq. Ft. Source: Listor Measured
- Living Area: 1,940 Sq. Ft.
- Current Bldg. Use: Live/Work
- Year Built: 1962
- Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s)
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.75
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 32,670
- Frontage: Public
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Fence: Yes
- Zoning: Zone 3
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Stream
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $959
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Individual
- Special Conditions: None
- Documents Avail.: Lead Base Paint
- Legal Description: MR SE4NW4 E2SW4 SW4SE4 SEC 9 22 71
- Property ID: 10210500
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Schools
Schools serving 20728 Hwy 96
School District:Florence School District Re-2
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fremont Elementary School, Florence, CO 500 West 5th Street, Florence, CO 81226 | K-5 | 15.2 mi |
Fremont Middle School 215 North Maple, Florence, CO 81226 | 6-8 | 15 mi |
Florence High School 2006 State Highway 67, Florence, CO 81226 | 9-12 | 16 mi |
Disclaimer:
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20728 Hwy 96, Wetmore, CO 81253 (MLS# 6157684) is a Single Family property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 20728 Hwy 96 is currently listed for $385,000 and was received on July 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 20728 Hwy 96? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wetmore? You can browse all Wetmore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.