Public Remarks: Come and experience this peaceful mountain property bordering National Forest complete with a quaint cabin and tucked away in the foothills just 30 minutes west of the popular and growing town of Fort Collins. This tranquil retreat offers a balanced blend of privacy, wildlife, natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. The gated entry leads to a charming 1 bed, 1 bath cabin making for a great weekend getaway and a place to relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city. With a kitchen, wood stove, bathroom, plumbing and electricity, you can enjoy modern comforts in rustic fashion. Sitting among a picturesque landscape of aspen groves, open meadows, and towering conifers, this is an ideal location for peaceful weekends, a hunting camp or potentially planning a future mountain home. This property shares a border with thousands of acres of U.S. Forest Service land, providing immediate access to some amazing Colorado hiking, hunting, and/or wildlife watching. Elk, deer, turkey and other wildlife are frequent visitors and inhabitants of the property, creating a true sense of connection to the land and excitement about what you might encounter day to day. With a natural spring on-site, gently rolling terrain, a mix of flat and sloped areas, rock outcroppings and timber stands, the land offers a variety of geographical features and ecotypes. Located right off of Stove Prairie Rd., you can enjoy easy access via county maintained roads. 30 minutes to Fort Collins, 45 minutes to Loveland and 11 minutes to the infamous Mishawaka along the Poudre River. Enjoy the benefit of defensible space, natural fire mitigation, a wide array of wild flowers and numerous types of grasses and shrubs. Whether you envision a quiet personal getaway or a stunning new build nestled in the trees, this property invites you to make the most of the Colorado wilds. Come and see!
Located 2 miles north of the intersection of Rist Canyon Road and Stove Prairie Road, this 40 +/- Acres offers many opportunities. There is a 400 +/- SF ready to move in cabin that has electricity directly to it from the road. Equipped with all the appliances one may need. The southernmost end of the property is connected to 240 +/- acres of immediate access to Roosevelt National Forest with thousands of acres of National Forest beyond that. Located just 35 minutes from Fort Collins.
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #IR922749
Sep 25, 2020
Sold
$310,000
$775/sq ft
Aug 28, 2020
Listed
$295,000
$738/sq ft
+2
Located 2 miles north of the intersection of Rist Canyon Road and Stove Prairie Road, this 40 +/- Acres offers many opportunities. There is a 400 +/- SF ready to move in cabin that has electricity directly to it from the road. Equipped with all the appliances one may need. The southernmost end of the property is connected to 240 +/- acres of immediate access to Roosevelt National Forest with thousands of acres of National Forest beyond that. Located just 35 minutes from Fort Collins.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,559 (+12.1%)
$14,063 + $3,513
$17,576
2024
$1,391 (+5.8%)
$14,063 + $3,513
$17,576
2023
$1,315 (+37.6%)
$15,075 + $4,978
$20,053
2022
$956 (−0.8%)
$15,075 + $4,978
$20,053
2021
$963 (+65.2%)
$9,730 + $1,717
$11,447
2020
$583 (−0.5%)
$10,010 + $1,766
$11,776
2019
$586 (+31.3%)
$4,004 + $3,053
$7,057
2018
$446 (+0.4%)
$4,004 + $3,053
$7,057
2017
$445 (+1.8%)
$2,448 + $3,118
$5,566
2016
$437 (+60.7%)
$2,448 + $3,118
$5,566
2014
$272 (−0.2%)
$2,990 + $400
$3,390
2013
$272 (−52.0%)
$2,990 + $400
$3,390
2012
$568 (+3.2%)
$5,970 + $920
$6,890
2011
$550 (+63.7%)
$5,970 + $920
$6,890
2010
$336
$5,970 + $920
$6,890
Tax history for 5959 Stove Prairie Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,559 (+12.1%)
$14,063 + $3,513
$17,576
2024
$1,391 (+5.8%)
$14,063 + $3,513
$17,576
2023
$1,315 (+37.6%)
$15,075 + $4,978
$20,053
2022
$956 (−0.8%)
$15,075 + $4,978
$20,053
2021
$963 (+65.2%)
$9,730 + $1,717
$11,447
2020
$583 (−0.5%)
$10,010 + $1,766
$11,776
2019
$586 (+31.3%)
$4,004 + $3,053
$7,057
2018
$446 (+0.4%)
$4,004 + $3,053
$7,057
2017
$445 (+1.8%)
$2,448 + $3,118
$5,566
2016
$437 (+60.7%)
$2,448 + $3,118
$5,566
2014
$272 (−0.2%)
$2,990 + $400
$3,390
2013
$272 (−52.0%)
$2,990 + $400
$3,390
2012
$568 (+3.2%)
$5,970 + $920
$6,890
2011
$550 (+63.7%)
$5,970 + $920
$6,890
2010
$336
$5,970 + $920
$6,890
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
400
Year built
1960
Style
Other
County
Larimer County
APN
R1289152
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 14, 2026.
O
Open District
The O district is intended to accommodate a wide range of development patterns. It is primarily intended for rural residential uses and agricultural uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Mobile home park
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Features
Covered Spaces: 0
Garage Spaces: 0
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 0
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarter): 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Wood Stove
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: No Stairs, Main Floor Bath, Main Level Bedroom, Main Level Laundry
Electric Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookups
Room Information
Basement: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Other
Roof: Composition
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Lot Information
Horse(s): No
Lot Features: Wooded, Level, Sloped, Steep Slope, Rock Outcropping, Abuts National Forest, Meadow
Zoning: O
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
View: Yes
Waterfront: No
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Stove Prairie
MLS Area Major: Fort Collins
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 400
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Building Area Total: 400
Construction Materials: Wood/Frame, Block
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: R1289152
Tax Annual Amount: 1391
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available
Electric: Electric
Sewer: Septic
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
High School District: Poudre
Elementary School: Cache La Poudre
Middle or Junior School: Cache La Poudre
High School: Poudre
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 5959 Stove Prairie Rd Bellvue CO 80512
Street Number: 5959
Street Name: Stove Prairie
Street Suffix: Rd
City: Bellvue
State or Province: CO
County or Parish: Larimer
Country: US
Postal Code: 80512
Coordinates: -105.37208,40.64359
Latitude: 40.64359
Longitude: -105.37208
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 400
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 40 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Larimer County
APN: R1289152
Home facts updated by county records on May 14, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 7205262891
Close Price: $485,000
Photos Count: 28
Possible Use: Single Family
Special Listing Conditions: Private Owner
Standard Status: Closed
Listing Date Information
Close Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Cumulative Days on Market: 55
Days on Market: 55
Listing Contract Date: Friday, May 30, 2025
Modification Timestamp: Thursday, July 24, 2025 2:00 PM
Home Information
Direction Faces: East
Window Features: Window Coverings
Year Built: 1960
Around this home
Schools
Stove Prairie Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
Cache La Poudre Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 12.0mi
7/10
Poudre High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.7mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
12% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 84° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bellvue, CO • 80512
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Estimated sale price
$436,000 – $528,000
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