12.8 Acres with Stunning Views — Just 5+ Miles North, Elko, Nevada This beautiful 12.8-acre parcel is located approximately 5 miles north of 5th Street, just beyond the New Schmidt's Creek Development. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the valley, mountains, and rolling hills that surround the area. There are NO CC & Rs or HOA fees, giving you complete freedom to build and use the land as you wish. Access is convenient via Sno Bowl Road—maintained by Elko County—and the property lies just before the Snow Bowl Ski area. The land features a natural spring with water rights and a seasonal creek running through it in some years. Legal access is secured from Sno Bowl Road, allowing you to easily park and explore the property on foot. Discover the small spring and take in the amazing views of Elko city and the Ruby Mountains. This parcel is a blank slate — it requires a well, septic system, and power connection, or you can opt to live off-grid with generator, propane, and solar power options. Priced reduced for cash offers! Agents are related to the seller. Vacant land—no appointment needed, so just go and show!
Vacant landProperty Type
12.8 acresLot Size
$7,813Price/Acres
Listed by Dawn Bear•DRE #BS.143221• Allie Bear Real Estate
An exceptional opportunity for developers, ranchers, and outdoor enthusiasts alike. This expansive section of land sits north of Elko off North 5th Street, offering a road easement to the Snow Bowl and immediate access to open space in every direction. Development Ready: A road easement to the Snow Bowl makes this a prime candidate for residential, recreational, or mixed-use development. With communication towers nearby and open land as your backdrop, the potential here is wide open. A well drilled in 1994 is on the property with documentation on file; quality and quantity are to be verified by the buyer through their own due diligence. Versatile Land, Endless Possibilities: Whether you're envisioning a ranch retreat, a recreational getaway, a development project, or a long-term land investment, this parcel is ready to accommodate your vision. The surrounding open space ensures an unobstructed connection to the Nevada landscape.
NNRMLS #250058160
Jun 27, 2026
Price Changed
$100,000
Jun 13, 2025
Listed
$120,000
ECRMLS #3620668
Sep 15, 2023
Relisted
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Jul 12, 2021
Listed
$100,000
NNRMLS #210010142
Jul 31, 2022
Listing Removed
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Jul 13, 2021
Listed
$100,000
NNRMLS #210010143
Jul 31, 2022
Listing Removed
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Jul 13, 2021
Listed
$150,000
ECRMLS #3620667
May 27, 2022
Sold
$125,000
Jul 12, 2021
Listed
$150,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Jun 23, 2026.
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Open Space District
The open space exclusive district is intended to provide protection for agricultural areas from urban development of residential subdivisions, and to serve as an open space area around the more intensive urban uses of the county of Elko. Noncommercial seasonal recreation activities not requiring fixed improvements including hunting, fishing, camping, horseback riding, ball games, archery, picnicking, snowmobiling, skiing and similar uses allowed.
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Include but are not limited to:
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Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Agriculture-Pastureland
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
9/10 Fire Factor
48% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 21 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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Elko, NV • 89801
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This home ranks in the top 16% for direct sun exposure in Elko. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1992 Snowbowl Rd
$91,897
$8,103 under list price of $100K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $40K to $210K.