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Property Description
Opportunities to own property that backs directly to the San Isabel National Forest are exceptionally rare-and this 1.44-acre mountain property delivers exactly that. With direct, private access to protected wilderness, your backyard opens to thousands of acres that will never be developed, preserving privacy, views, and a connection to nature that cannot be duplicated. Built in 1971, the home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,728 square feet, thoughtfully laid out to support both everyday living and relaxed mountain life. Multiple living areas, including a living room and family room, create flexible spaces to gather, unwind, and entertain. Each area features its own wood or propane stove, adding warmth, character, and comfort through every season. A forced-air furnace heats the home efficiently, while an evaporative cooling system provides relief during those rare warm summer days. The land itself is a defining feature. Carefully used and well-loved, the property includes numerous fruit trees, a chicken coop, root cellar, woodshed, and a tree house, blending practicality with charm and a sense of simple mountain living. Whether you envision gardening, raising chickens, storing harvests, or simply enjoying the outdoors, this property supports a more self-sufficient lifestyle. A detached 3-car garage offers ample space for vehicles, tools, equipment, and outdoor gear-ideal for those who value room to work, store, and create. A brand-new septic tank adds peace of mind and long-term usability. Located just off Highway 96, the property offers easy year-round access while maintaining the peace and quiet of a true mountain setting. This is a rare combination of usability and permanently protected surroundings. Homes can be built. Land like this cannot. Schedule your private tour and experience what it truly means to live alongside the forest.
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Full Property Details for 21303 Hwy 96
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General
- Price: $449,000
- Taxes: $444 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroList_Colorado
- MLS ID: 5877944
- Updated: 12/21/2025
- Added to Site: 83 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Primary Suite, Smoke Free
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Other, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning Stove, Family Room, Living Room, Other, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning Stove, Family Room, Living Room, Other, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning Stove
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main: 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Concrete, Unpaved
Location
- County: Custer
- Subdivision: None
- Driving Directions: On Highway 96, go to MM 21, look for white mailbox and house will be on the north side of the road. There is a gate but parking is about 2 cars wide to get off the highway.
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: Evaporative Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Propane, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Propane
Structural Information
- Structure Type: House
- Construction: Frame
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Square Feet: 1,728
- Sq. Ft. Source: Public Records
- Living Area: 1,728 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1971
Lot Features
- Property View: Meadow, Mountain(s)
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.44
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 62,726
- Frontage: Public
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Borders National Forest, Foothills, Level, Many Trees, Meadow, Secluded
- Trees/Vegetation: Mixed, Other, Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $444
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Individual
- Special Conditions: None
- Documents Avail.: Septic Report, Well Permit
- Legal Description: TR DESC BK 164 P 917 & BK 176 PG 238 IN N2NW4SW4 SEC 33-21-69
- Exclusions: All Personal belongings minus furniture that is tagged to Stay, All wall decorations/pictures, Piano, Gun Safe, Rocking Chair, Trunks x 1, 3 Cast Iron Skillets. All personal belongings in the garage. Wood Stove in Garage, Compressor, Grinder,
- Property ID: 10045150
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Schools
Schools serving 21303 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 mi |
Fremont Middle School 215 North Maple, Florence, CO 81226 | 6-8 | 14.8 mi |
Florence High School 2006 State Highway 67, Florence, CO 81226 | 9-12 | 15.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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21303 Hwy 96, Wetmore, CO 81253 (MLS# 5877944) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 21303 Hwy 96 is currently listed for $449,000 and was received on October 27, 2025. Want to learn more about 21303 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.