Ready to Sell!! - - Exceptional 9+ Acre Black Forest Retreat with Endless Possibilities **Discover your own private sanctuary** nestled among towering Ponderosa Pines on this spectacular 9+ acre estate in the coveted Black Forest. This remarkable property offers the rare combination of pristine natural beauty and unlimited potential. ## The Land - Your Canvas for Dreams - **Mature Ponderosa Pine forest** creating a cathedral-like canopy - **Dramatic canyon feature** stretching across the rear boundary - **Wildlife corridor** where deer, elk, and forest creatures roam freely - **Over 9 acres** of Colorado's most sought-after terrain ## The Opportunity The existing 5-bedroom residence presents a **blank slate for your vision** - whether you choose to renovate this solid foundation or design your dream home from the ground up among these majestic pines. The current home features: - **Flexible floor plan** with 3 upstairs and 2 main-level bedrooms - **Dual wood-burning stoves** for authentic mountain ambiance - **Expansive 19' x 16' all-season addition** perfect for entertaining - ** Septic system replaced 2 years ago ** (cleaned and inspected) ## Practical Advantages - **Oversized steel garage building** ideal for vehicles, workshop, or storage - **Multiple outbuildings** for equipment and recreational gear - **Convenient location** - close to shopping, dining, and entertainment - **Easy access** to I-25, Colorado Springs Airport, and medical facilities ## The Black Forest Lifestyle Escape to your own piece of Colorado paradise where **peace and tranquility** aren't just words - they're your daily reality. Whether you're seeking a weekend retreat, planning your forever home, or envisioning a spectacular custom build, this property offers the foundation for extraordinary mountain living. *This is more than real estate - it's your gateway to the Colorado dream.*
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
9.62 acresLot Size
$364Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Rich Schur• Schur Success Realty & Auction LLC
Exceptional 9+ Acre Black Forest Retreat with Endless Possibilities * * Discover your own private sanctuary * * nestled among towering Ponderosa Pines on this spectacular 9+ acre estate in the coveted Black Forest. This remarkable property offers the rare combination of pristine natural beauty and unlimited potential. ## The Land - Your Canvas for Dreams - * * Mature Ponderosa Pine forest * * creating a cathedral-like canopy - * * Dramatic canyon feature * * stretching across the rear boundary - * * Wildlife corridor * * where deer, elk, and forest creatures roam freely - * * Over 9 acres * * of Colorado's most sought-after terrain ## The Opportunity The existing 5-bedroom residence presents a * * blank slate for your vision * * - whether you choose to renovate this solid foundation or design your dream home from the ground up among these majestic pines. The current home features: - * * Flexible floor plan * * with 3 upstairs and 2 main-level bedrooms - * * Dual wood-burning stoves * * for authentic mountain ambiance - * * Expansive 19' x 16' all-season addition * * perfect for entertaining - * * Septic system replaced 2 years ago * * (cleaned and inspected) ## Practical Advantages - * * Oversized steel garage building * * ideal for vehicles, workshop, or storage - * * Multiple outbuildings * * for equipment and recreational gear - * * Convenient location * * - close to shopping, dining, and entertainment - * * Easy access * * to I-25, Colorado Springs Airport, and medical facilities ## The Black Forest Lifestyle Escape to your own piece of Colorado paradise where * * peace and tranquility * * aren't just words - they're your daily reality. Whether you're seeking a weekend retreat, planning your forever home, or envisioning a spectacular custom build, this property offers the foundation for extraordinary mountain living. * This is more than real estate - it's your gateway to the Colorado dream. *
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #4825575
May 1, 2026
Pending
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May 1, 2026
Pending
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Mar 19, 2026
Relisted
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Mar 19, 2026
Price Changed
$689,900
$364/sq ft
Mar 19, 2026
Relisted
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Mar 19, 2026
Price Changed
$689,900
$364/sq ft
Jan 14, 2026
Listing Removed
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Nov 2, 2025
Price Changed
$749,995
$396/sq ft
Nov 2, 2025
Price Changed
$749,995
$396/sq ft
Sep 26, 2025
Relisted
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Sep 26, 2025
Relisted
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Sep 7, 2025
Pending
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Sep 7, 2025
Pending
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Sep 7, 2025
Listing Removed
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Sep 3, 2025
Price Changed
$769,995
$406/sq ft
Sep 3, 2025
Price Changed
$769,995
$406/sq ft
Aug 22, 2025
Listed
$789,995
$417/sq ft
Aug 22, 2025
Listed
$789,995
$417/sq ft
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Ready to Sell!! - - Exceptional 9+ Acre Black Forest Retreat with Endless Possibilities **Discover your own private sanctuary** nestled among towering Ponderosa Pines on this spectacular 9+ acre estate in the coveted Black Forest. This remarkable property offers the rare combination of pristine natural beauty and unlimited potential. ## The Land - Your Canvas for Dreams - **Mature Ponderosa Pine forest** creating a cathedral-like canopy - **Dramatic canyon feature** stretching across the rear boundary - **Wildlife corridor** where deer, elk, and forest creatures roam freely - **Over 9 acres** of Colorado's most sought-after terrain ## The Opportunity The existing 5-bedroom residence presents a **blank slate for your vision** - whether you choose to renovate this solid foundation or design your dream home from the ground up among these majestic pines. The current home features: - **Flexible floor plan** with 3 upstairs and 2 main-level bedrooms - **Dual wood-burning stoves** for authentic mountain ambiance - **Expansive 19' x 16' all-season addition** perfect for entertaining - ** Septic system replaced 2 years ago ** (cleaned and inspected) ## Practical Advantages - **Oversized steel garage building** ideal for vehicles, workshop, or storage - **Multiple outbuildings** for equipment and recreational gear - **Convenient location** - close to shopping, dining, and entertainment - **Easy access** to I-25, Colorado Springs Airport, and medical facilities ## The Black Forest Lifestyle Escape to your own piece of Colorado paradise where **peace and tranquility** aren't just words - they're your daily reality. Whether you're seeking a weekend retreat, planning your forever home, or envisioning a spectacular custom build, this property offers the foundation for extraordinary mountain living. *This is more than real estate - it's your gateway to the Colorado dream.*
Public Records
Dec 7, 1994
Sold
$141,900
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1976
Sold
$43,500
$23/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,779 (+5.3%)
$25,030 + $22,980
$48,010
2024
$2,640 (+2.4%)
$25,030 + $22,980
$48,010
2023
$2,578 (+14.0%)
$23,790 + $23,710
$47,500
2022
$2,262 (−8.6%)
$20,020 + $16,570
$36,590
2021
$2,476 (+10.6%)
$20,020 + $16,570
$36,590
2020
$2,239 (+4.0%)
$20,590 + $17,050
$37,640
2019
$2,152 (+24.4%)
$18,810 + $14,100
$32,910
2018
$1,729 (+0.3%)
$18,810 + $14,100
$32,910
2017
$1,724 (−22.1%)
$14,290 + $13,910
$28,200
2016
$2,214
$14,290 + $13,910
$28,200
2015
$2,212 (−0.3%)
$15,800 + $11,120
$26,920
2014
$2,218
$15,800 + $11,120
$26,920
2013
$2,217
$17,240 + $9,690
$26,930
2012
$2,215
$17,240 + $9,690
$26,930
2011
$2,214 (+2.6%)
$17,240 + $9,690
$26,930
2010
$2,159 (+0.3%)
$17,240 + $9,690
$26,930
2009
$2,152
$17,240 + $10,520
$27,760
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.62 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,895
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,895
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
El Paso County
APN
6213000056
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
RR-5
Residential Rural District
The RR-5 zoning district is a 5 acre district intended to accommodate low-density, rural, single-family residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Dairy
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Kennel
Housing-Mobile home park
Sep 4, 2024 • Final
434
Replace the water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Dec 8, 2022 • Final
436
Construct a detached unheated garage.
ADU
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 85° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Colorado Springs, CO • 80908
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
40
19
50
27
60
35
60
37
65
43
79
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82
58
81
58
75
52
67
43
52
31
51
29
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Sun exposure
37/ 100
Low sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
5.5 hrs
1.4 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 11785 Milam Rd
$669,389
$21K under list price of $690K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $550K to $765K.