The Ultimate Fruita Setup: Workshop, Massive Concrete & Monument Views! Fruita living is all about the toys, the trade, and the trails, and this utilitarian powerhouse delivers the ultimate setup for a buyer who values function over fluff. Positioned on an oversized corner lot with outstanding, unobstructed views of the Colorado National Monument. Main-level living keeps daily life efficient, featuring a vaulted living room with a wood stove and gas fireplace, alongside a spacious kitchen. The exterior is a craftsman or hobbyist's dream, anchored by an absolutely fantastic, insulated 16x20 outbuilding that is perfectly primed to be your ultimate workshop. Sprawling, heavy-duty concrete wraps the property, offering massive dedicated RV parking alongside a four-car tandem garage, plus a private basketball and pickleball setup. Best of all, a fully owned solar system and heavy insulation keep your costs incredibly low, while a brand-new Class 4 roof adds bulletproof durability to this hard-working Western Slope property.
Est. $2,977 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 976 Murray St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
GJARA #20262122
Aug 8, 2026
Sold
$725,000
$255/sq ft
Jul 1, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 23, 2026
Price Changed
$725,000
$255/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Price Changed
$750,000
$264/sq ft
May 6, 2026
Listed
$764,000
$268/sq ft
GJARA #20211719
Jul 6, 2021
Sold
$578,000
$203/sq ft
Apr 15, 2021
Listed
$599,000
$210/sq ft
+37
Beautiful custom home on large . 33 acre lot with an incredible view of the Colorado Nat'l Monument! Many energy efficient upgrades, attention to detail, fun and functionality! Entryway invites you into the fabulous great room, sitting area, kitchen & dining. Hickory cabinets throughout. Granite & Corian counters. Covered front & back patios. Concrete around the home incl. the RV pad with 220 hookup. 2X6 construction with blown in insulation. Insulated 16 x 20 shed with concrete floor & power. Crawl space is 39" tall & easy access via door from the garage - wow! Attic can be walked through and has R50 insulation. Oversized 4-car garage has oversized doors to easily fit your large vehicles. Park like foliage & garden area. Privacy fence and did we mention a Pickleball & Basketball court in the backyard, with plenty of room all around! Fantastic features! Come see this one!
Public Records
Jun 1, 2004
Sold
$210,000
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,985 (+25.4%)
$9,250 + $38,580
$47,830
2024
$3,178 (+0.5%)
$9,250 + $38,580
$47,830
2023
$3,161 (+8.7%)
$8,260 + $30,490
$38,750
2022
$2,908 (−0.7%)
$5,910 + $29,160
$35,070
2021
$2,928 (+4.4%)
$6,080 + $30,000
$36,080
2020
$2,804 (+4.9%)
$6,080 + $30,000
$36,080
2019
$2,672 (+1.6%)
$6,080 + $29,140
$35,220
2018
$2,631 (+4.1%)
$6,080 + $29,140
$35,220
2017
$2,527 (+25.8%)
$4,320 + $27,670
$31,990
2016
$2,008 (−1.2%)
$4,780 + $23,430
$28,210
2015
$2,033 (+15.1%)
$4,780 + $23,430
$28,210
2014
$1,766 (−0.1%)
$4,780 + $23,430
$28,210
2013
$1,768 (−15.5%)
$4,380 + $20,280
$24,660
2012
$2,092 (+1.9%)
$4,140 + $25,360
$29,500
2011
$2,053 (+2.5%)
$4,140 + $25,360
$29,500
2010
$2,002 (−15.6%)
$4,140 + $25,360
$29,500
2009
$2,372
$7,160 + $27,840
$35,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
2,846
Year built
2004
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Mesa County
APN
269720135005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
LLR
Large Lot Residential District
The purpose of the LLR zone is to allow larger lot developments in the same areas as the CR zone and other areas as appropriate. Areas in this zone district are typically served by public utility infrastructure, and a density of 2-3 du per acre is appropriate.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Cemetery
Mar 24, 2010 • Final
Bez
Work on a shed.
ADU
May 29, 2009 • Final
M
Work on a woodstove.
Remodel
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Gas Log, Living Room, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Fencing: Full, Privacy
Roof: Asphalt, Composition
Building Information
Direction Faces: West
Sq. Ft.: 2846
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Stone, Stucco
Property Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Current Use: Residential, Single Family
Land Information
Elevation: 4500
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size Dimensions: 115 x 125
Lot Size Acres: 0.33
Zoning Description: LLR
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $300
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $25
Schools Information
Elementary School: Shelledy
Middle Or Junior School: Fruita
High School: Fruita Monument
Location Information
Directions: From the Frontage Road South of Interstate 70, turn South on S Pine Street then West on Karp Avenue, property is on the corner of Karp Avenue and Murray Street.
Subdivision Name: Adobe View Sub
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,846
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2004
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Mesa County
APN: 269720135005
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Shelledy Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
Fruita 8/9 School
Public 8-9 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Fruita Monument High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fruita, CO • 81521
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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27
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Fruita. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
6.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$718,000 – $868,000
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