Your Place. Your Vision. Your Next Chapter. What if your next home didn’t already exist—but you had the opportunity to create it? Located within the City of Delta and just minutes from the Gunnison River, 1663 H 38 Road offers a rare opportunity to start with a clean slate. The property has been cleared of debris and clutter and is ready for you to bring your vision to life. Already equipped with a water tap, this property gives you an important head start toward building a single-family home. And for those with a bigger vision, the property may offer the potential for subdivision, creating an opportunity to explore multiple homesites in a convenient in-town location. Imagine being close to the Gunnison River, where fishing, boating, wildlife watching, and peaceful Colorado mornings are part of the landscape. You’re also just a short drive from downtown Delta’s local shops, restaurants, services, parks, schools, and community amenities. With easy access to Highway 50, you’re positioned to enjoy everything the Western Slope has to offer—from the Grand Mesa and Black Canyon country to nearby wineries, orchards, trails, and outdoor recreation. This isn’t simply a piece of land. It’s an opportunity to build something that fits the way you want to live. If you’ve been waiting for a property where you can stop trying to make someone else’s vision work and start creating your own, this may be worth a closer look. Give us a call, come take a look at the property, and let’s talk about what you could create here.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Garnet Mesa Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Delta Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
Grand Mesa Choice Academy
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Property details
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Exterior
Interior features
Level interior spaces
Exterior features
Full fencing
Shed(s)
Property suitable for agricultural uses including cattle, horses and livestock
Loafing shed
Level terrain
Paved road access via city street
Home design
Residential single-family zoning
Utilities
Electricity available
Natural gas available
High-speed internet available
Cellular reception
Phone service available
Water connected (water tap paid)
Sale and tax history for 1663 H38 Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
cren #838253
Aug 19, 2026
Listed
$295,000
cren #829938
Jan 15, 2026
Sold
$180,000
Nov 14, 2025
Listed
$214,000
+15
Welcome to 15 acres of flat, usable, build-ready land just minutes from downtown Delta. This exceptional property already has electric, water, and an existing septic system in place, offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to build immediately. A previous home was on the property and has since burned down, leaving valuable infrastructure ready for your custom build. The acreage includes mature shade trees, open pastures, and several existing structures that could be restored or repurposed for farming, storage, livestock, or equipment. With level terrain, excellent access, and multiple potential building sites, this land is ideal for a dream home, a small agricultural operation, or the development of a personalized homestead. This location offers true country living with the convenience of being close to town. You are minutes from schools, shopping, medical services, and restaurants while enjoying the quiet, privacy, and open space of rural Colorado. Situated on the Western Slope, the property is close to endless outdoor recreation including Grand Mesa, the Gunnison and Uncompahgre Rivers, the Black Canyon of the Gunnison, and multiple alpine lakes, reservoirs, and trail systems. World-class skiing in Telluride, Crested Butte, and Powderhorn is within reach, along with mountain biking, hunting, fishing, and year-round adventure throughout Delta and Montrose Counties. The region is rich in orchards, wineries, farm stands, and seasonal festivals, making this an ideal setting for anyone seeking a well-rounded Western Colorado lifestyle. With utilities installed, mature trees, and a spacious, versatile landscape, this property is a rare opportunity to create the home, ranch, or retreat you envision. Live close to everything that makes the Western Slope special while enjoying the freedom and possibilities of 15 acres of open land in Delta, Colorado. Owner Occupied offers will be prioritized, HUD's First Look Period applies for the first 30 days. FHA 203K loans, VA, rehab loans, cash and conventional financing welcome.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,586 (+31.1%)
$56,700 + $509
$57,209
2024
$2,734 (+177.5%)
$56,700 + $509
$57,209
2023
$985 (+93.6%)
$41,850 + $588
$42,438
2022
$509 (−1.1%)
$7,645 + $7,443
$15,088
2021
$515 (+61.0%)
$7,865 + $7,657
$15,522
2020
$320 (+1.0%)
$5,005 + $5,245
$10,250
2019
$316 (+3.0%)
$5,005 + $5,245
$10,250
2018
$307 (+2.9%)
$5,040 + $4,566
$9,606
2017
$299 (+3.3%)
$5,040 + $4,566
$9,606
2016
$289 (+0.7%)
$5,572 + $4,670
$10,242
2014
$287
$5,572 + $4,670
$10,242
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15.5 Acres
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County
Delta County
APN
R011217
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Delta, CO • 81416
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Redfin Estimate for 1663 H38 Rd
$288,471
$6,529 under list price of $295K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $305K to $620K.