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Land for Sale in Nathrop, Colorado

County Road 280, Nathrop, CO 81236

$485,000
36.7 acres
Active sale
ago
Est $3,274/mo

Welcome to a rare opportunity to own over 36 acres of beautiful, wide-open land in the heart of Nathrop, Colorado. Perfectly located between the friendly mountain towns of Buena Vista and Salida, this property offers unbeatable 360-degree views of the surrounding peaks, including the towering Mt. Princeton and the dramatic Chalk Cliffs. It’s extremely rare to find land this size, in a spot this special, with no HOA restrictions.

Picture building your dream mountain home, setting up a horse property, or simply having the freedom to create the lifestyle you've always wanted. With paved road access on two sides, the property is easy to get to year-round while still feeling private and peaceful. Whether you’re looking for a full-time home, a weekend getaway, or a place to reconnect with nature, this land offers endless possibilities.

Nathrop is a true outdoor lover’s paradise. You’re just minutes from the Arkansas River for gold medal fishing, rafting, and kayaking, and close to miles of scenic trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort is nearby for year-round soaking and spa days, and Monarch Mountain is just a short drive for great skiing and snowboarding in the winter. Plus, the nearby towns of Buena Vista and Salida offer a fun mix of shops, restaurants, galleries, and community events.

Acreage like this—with stunning views, paved access, and no HOA—is almost impossible to find. If you’ve been dreaming about owning a piece of Colorado’s best mountain living, this is your chance. Come see it for yourself—you won’t want to leave.

Location

Street address
County Road 280
Zip code
81236
Community
CR 280
School district
Buena Vista R-31
Elevation
8,082 feet
Coordinates
38.7248, -106.1258

Directions

From Buena Vista Head South turn right onto County Rd 270. Property is located on the right at the corner of CR 270 and CR 280.

Property details

Acreage
36.68 acres
Zoning
Agriculture
MLS #
REcolorado 2431677
Posted

Property taxes

2024
$51

Parcels

  • R342121300398

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Land
Subtype
Unimproved Land
Ownership
Individual
Terms
1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional
Exclusions
Sellers Personal Property
Possession
Closing/DOD

Lot

Road Frontage
Public
Road Surface
Paved
Road Responsibility
Public Maintained Road
Well Type
Not Drilled
Features
Corner Lot

Structure

Water
Well

Property utilities

CategoryTypeStatus
PowerGridAvailable
WaterPrivate WellAvailable

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
June 8, 2026New listing$485,000REcolorado
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This 36.68-acre property is located at County Road 280 in Nathrop, CO 81236. The property is available for sale for $485,000 with a price per acre of $13,222.

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