Discover one of the Ohio Creek Valley's most exceptional mountain homesites at 189 Taloga Road, located within the highly desirable Wilderness Streams No. 1 subdivision. This spectacular 5± acre parcel offers an extraordinary opportunity to build your dream mountain retreat surrounded by some of Colorado's most iconic scenery. Perched above the valley floor, the property boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the Ohio Creek Valley and the legendary Castles Rock Formation, one of the Gunnison Valley's most recognizable landmarks. From sunrise to sunset, the ever-changing mountain landscape provides an unforgettable backdrop in every season. Much of the initial groundwork has already been completed. A private access road/ATV trail leads to a prepared camping pad and future building site, allowing you to immediately begin enjoying the property while planning your custom mountain home. Adding to its uniqueness, the parcel borders BLM land, which seamlessly transitions into the Gunnison National Forest, providing exceptional privacy and direct access to thousands of acres of public land. Step from your property onto endless trails for hiking, hunting, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, and backcountry exploration. Ownership also includes access to the exclusive amenities of Wilderness Streams, where residents enjoy private access to Wilderness Streams No. 2, featuring miles of trails into the spectacular West Elk Mountains, along with multiple private creeks and stocked ponds offering outstanding fishing opportunities. Whether you're dreaming of building a family legacy property or a secluded mountain escape, 189 Taloga Road offers an extraordinary combination of privacy, spectacular views, and unparalleled access to Colorado's backcountry. Opportunities like this are increasingly rare in the Gunnison Valley.
Vacant landProperty Type
4.96 acresLot Size
$60,282Price/Acres
Listed by John (Bobby) Overturf• Bluebird Real Estate, LLC
Listed by Mindy Costanzo• Bluebird Real Estate, LLC
Elk Ridge Parcel is truly unique and offers the best of the best! Situated at the end of the road on 4.96 acres and bordering BLM land, the property is covered with mature aspens & pines with amazing views of the famous Castles rock formation. Not only does this property have a choice of 3 different building sites, but it also boasts 2 springs so water will never be a worry! Hunt right out your back door for elk and deer or just enjoy watching all the wildlife come to the spring water. Lots of potential to build a pond for aesthetic reasons as nearby owners have improved springs and built ponds as well. This is truly an awesome spot to build your cabin in the woods! Wilderness Streams, a gated community, offers private fishing in Ohio Creek and community stocked ponds, as well as direct access into national forest and 176,000 acres into the West Elk Wilderness for hiking, horseback riding and hunting. For the horse-lover, Owners are allowed up to 2 horses for personal use and common pasture is available throughout Wilderness Streams. Located approximately 20 miles from Gunnison with a jet-served airport and 40 miles from the historic town of Crested Butte and world class ski area Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Priced right - compare to others in current marketplace! YEAR ROUND ACCESS, WATER & BLM BORDER ARE HUGE BONUSES!!! Minimum building size is 1000 sf and covenants can be found at wildernessstreams dot net for filing 1. Note: Seller has the option to have year-round access into subdivision, but currently only utilizes it during the summer months. Year-round access is available with plowing agreement of $6000 membership plus a yearly fee yet to be determined. Several owners do live year round on this side.
cren #730416
Oct 26, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 9, 2017
Listed
$179,900
cren #4504
Nov 9, 2016
Listing Removed
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Jun 10, 2013
Listed
$139,900
cren #4066
Oct 19, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jun 5, 2012
Listed
$159,000
cren #3219
Jun 2, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jun 1, 2010
Listed
$159,000
Public Records
Jul 21, 2006
Sold
$175,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,493 (−4.9%)
$48,600
2024
$2,623 (+1.7%)
$48,600
2023
$2,579 (−17.4%)
$50,220
2022
$3,124 (+14.0%)
$50,220
2021
$2,739 (+17.1%)
$52,200
2020
$2,340 (+2.3%)
$52,200
2019
$2,287 (−18.1%)
$42,110
2018
$2,794 (−1.2%)
$42,110
2017
$2,829 (+3.7%)
$50,080
2016
$2,728 (+1.2%)
$50,080
2015
$2,695 (+7.2%)
$48,490
2014
$2,513
$48,490
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Vacant Land
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Gunnison County
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Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 79° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Gunnison, CO • 81230
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88/ 100
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 189 Taloga Rd
$291,278
$7,722 under list price of $299K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.0M to $4.7M.