36 Acres of Land for Sale Near Monte Vista, Colorado – Mountain Views, Utilities, and Unlimited Potential If you’ve been searching for Colorado land for sale with mountain views, this 36.03-acre parcel on Lariat Road is the one you’ve been waiting for. Located just 4 miles from Monte Vista, Colorado, this property offers buildable land in the San Luis Valley with year-round access, breathtaking scenery, and grid-tied electricity at the lot line. With strong cell service and 4G coverage, staying connected in this peaceful rural setting is a breeze. This vacant land near Monte Vista is level, open, and ready for your dream build. Whether you're planning a custom home, homestead, hunting cabin, or recreational retreat, this property gives you room to spread out and breathe. You'll need to install a well and septic system, but electric power is already available, which adds serious value and convenience. Monte Vista is a friendly agricultural town with a population of about 4,200, offering essential services like groceries, schools, a hospital, restaurants, and local events. It's the heart of the San Luis Valley and known for its annual Sandhill Crane Festival and relaxed, small-town vibe. This location puts you within easy reach of some of Colorado’s top attractions: - 50 minutes to Great Sand Dunes National Park - 3 hours to Mesa Verde National Park - 1 hour to Wolf Creek Ski Area – home of the most snow in Colorado - 5 miles to the Rio Grande River – ideal for fishing, kayaking, or paddleboarding This is a rare chance to own undeveloped acreage with no HOA and no restrictive covenants. Use it for off-grid living, RV camping, horse property, a tiny home build, or just hold it as an investment in Colorado land. With wide-open views of both the San Juan Mountains and Sangre de Cristo Range, every day offers a sunrise, a sunset, and a reminder of why you came to the mountains in the first place. Whether you're looking for land near Monte Vista, Colorado, acreage for sale in the San Luis Valley, or a private escape where you can enjoy the stars, solitude, and sweeping landscapes, this property checks all the boxes. This is your opportunity to own a piece of high desert heaven in southern Colorado—big sky, big views, and big potential.
Vacant landProperty Type
36.03 acresLot Size
$1,665Price/Acres
Listed by Bruce Steffens• Steffens and Company Realty, Inc
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Bill Metz Elementary School
Public 2-5 • Assigned • 3.5mi
3/10
Monte Vista Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.5mi
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Monte Vista Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Property details
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Level interior spaces
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Level topography
Property currently used for residential purposes
Acreage parcel (36.03 acres)
Zoned for agriculture and single-family residential
Utilities
Electricity available
Propane available
Phone service available
Sale and tax history for 00 Lariat Rd
Sale History
Tax History
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Event
Price
cren #837605
Jul 29, 2026
Listed
$60,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$260 (+31.5%)
$4,372
2024
$198
$4,372
Public record
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Vacant Land
County
Rio Grande County
APN
3333300917
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
Historical weather
Monte Vista, CO • 81144
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Monte Vista. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 00 Lariat Rd
$57,509
$2,491 under list price of $60K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $36K to $350K.