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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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 21303 Hwy 96
General
- Price: $449,000
- Taxes: $443 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: PikesPeak
- MLS ID: 9826929
- Updated: 12/20/2025
- Added to Site: 82 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace(s): Main Level, Pellet Stove, Two, Wood Burning Stove
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas in Kitchen, Kitchen Vent Fan, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage Description: Detached
Location
- County: Custer
- Subdivision: Wetmore
School Information
- School District: 2
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Evaporative Cooling
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Propane
Structural Information
- Description/Design: 2 Stories
- Structure Type: Frame
- Construction Status: Existing Home
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Roof: Metal
- Square Feet: 1,728
- Upper: 728 Sq. Ft.
- Main/1st Level: 1,000 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,728 Sq. Ft.
- Basement Finished: 0%
- Lower Finished: 0%
- Year Built: 1971
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage Shed, Other, See Remarks
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.44
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 62,726.4
- Lot Description: Backs to City/Cnty/State/Natl OS, Foothill, Hillside, Level, Meadow, Rural, Trees/Woods
- Fencing (Description): All
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Not Applicable
- Tax Amount: $443.74
- Tax Year: 2024
Listed by Exp Realty LLC
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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.
Price & Sales History for 21303 Hwy 96
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/27/2025
Listed
$449,000
209.66%
MLS
1/03/2005
Sold
$145,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 21303 Hwy 96
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$444
-4%
$12,830
—
2023
$461
-26%
$12,830
3%
2021
$620
—
$12,440
—
2022
$618
—
$12,440
10%
2021
$620
11%
$11,290
—
2020
$557
-1%
$11,290
12%
2019
$561
13%
$10,050
—
2018
$498
-2%
$10,040
-9%
2017
$507
-8%
$11,080
-92%
2016
$554
—
$139,231
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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21303 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253 (MLS# 9826929) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 21303 Highway 96 is currently listed for $449,000 and was received on October 27, 2025. Want to learn more about 21303 Highway 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.
