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Salida, CO 81201,5540 E Hwy 50
Salida, CO 81201,5540 E Hwy 50
Salida, CO 81201,5540 E Hwy 50
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Joe Alvine

Joe Alvine

LIV Sotheby's International Realty

+1(970) 763-8683
$1,299,222
Est. payment /mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,160 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,160 sqft

Price per Sqft $601

MLS Listing ID 2720006

Style Mountain Contemporary

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Abv Grd Liv Area 2,160

Originating Board recolorado

Year Built 1995

Annual Tax Amount $3,508

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 11.530 Acres

Acres 11.53

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Imagine owning a stellar property that produces income and has endless recreational opportunities at its doorstep. Indeed, this secluded mountain retreat is destined to check many of your boxes. It offers 11.5 treed acres bordering BLM land and is currently operating as a high-performing vacation rental. The stunning 3BD/2BA, 2160 sq ft home has * NO * HOA/covenants, has direct access to epic BLM hiking/biking trails like Little Rainbow/Race Track, is outside of city limits and just 5 mins. to downtown Salida. This slice of heaven features seamless living spaces, vaulted ceilings and multiple outdoor living areas with panoramic views of Methodist Mountain, S Mountain and the Sangre De Cristos. Outdoor amenities include 3 decks, 2 horseshoe pits, a fire-pit, paddocks/stable/tack shed/6.5 fenced acres for horses/livestock and massive spaces for stargazing and relaxing among the pinon pines. Interior highlights include a well-appointed kitchen, a walk-in pantry/coffee bar, stainless appliances, high-end finishes, jetted tub and huge mud/laundry room. The home has 3 bedrooms and a spacious sleeping loft while Starlink Internet supports remote work and streaming. The well permit allows for irrigation and 4 livestock (horses/cattle/llamas/etc.) yet historic, downtown Salida is an easy 5 min. drive and Monarch Ski Area is 25 min. away. Additionally, the stable/paddocks/tack shed offer storage for all your animals, tools and outdoor gear. The property's 11.5 acres and 50amp RV hookup make future expansion and/or subdivision possible. This proven STR has stellar 5-star reviews and year-round demand that is driven by its seclusion yet close proximity to downtown, skiing, rafting, biking, fishing and festivals. Offered fully equipped and vacation-rental-ready as a turnkey, income producing opportunity, this property is ideal for 2nd homeowners, investors seeking an existing revenue stream or full-time residents craving a quiet, mountain lifestyle close to Salida's amenities.

Location

State CO

County Chaffee

Zoning Residential Rural

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Main Level Bedrooms 2

Interior

Interior Features Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Jet Action Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Smoke Free, Utility Sink, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Heating Forced Air

Cooling None

Flooring Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Fireplace Y

Appliance Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener

Laundry In Unit, Laundry Closet

Exterior

Exterior Feature Balcony, Barbecue, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Private Yard

Parking Features Driveway-Dirt

Fence Partial

Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Internet Access (Wired), Propane

View Mountain(s)

Roof Type Metal

Total Parking Spaces 11

Garage No

Building

Lot Description Borders Public Land, Level, Many Trees, Near Ski Area, Secluded, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Subdividable

Sewer Septic Tank

Water Private, Well

Level or Stories Two

Structure Type Frame

Schools

Elementary Schools Longfellow

Middle Schools Salida

High Schools Salida

School District Salida R-32

Others

Senior Community No

Ownership Individual

Acceptable Financing 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA, Jumbo, VA Loan

Listing Terms 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA, Jumbo, VA Loan

Special Listing Condition None

Pets Allowed Cats OK, Dogs OK

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