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Home » Listings » SOLD – 135 Acres of Historic Land for Sale in Cortez, Colorado – Large Colorado Acreage in Montezuma County

SOLD – 135 Acres of Historic Land for Sale in Cortez, Colorado – Large Colorado Acreage in Montezuma County

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135 Acres in Cortez, Colorado – $99,000

Own a truly one-of-a-kind piece of land with this 135-acre property in Cortez, Montezuma County, Colorado. This expansive parcel blends historic significance, natural beauty, and practical features—ideal for buyers seeking large Colorado acreage for sale with both character and potential.

The land features remnants of a 1900s-era trading post constructed from ancient ruins, along with visible petroglyphs and archaeological stone structures. These historic touches give the property unmatched charm, perfect for those passionate about heritage and preservation.

East McElmo Creek winds through the property, adding scenic and functional value. A hand-built stone well remains intact, and groundwater is reported to be readily available. Zoned A-80+, the land is suited for agriculture, homesteading, or recreational use, with no HOA and extremely low annual property taxes.

Accessed via County Road G and BLM land, this property offers privacy while still being reachable. Whether you’re looking to build a private retreat, invest in land with history, or create a sustainable off-grid homestead, this Colorado gem delivers rare opportunity on a grand scale.

Want a more in depth understanding of this land, including directions to visit it? Check out a video from one of the owners here:

PROPERTY DETAILS

  • Acreage: 135.23
  • County: Montezuma
  • State: Colorado
  • Parcel ID: 562303100002
  • Google Maps: Click here
  • Zoning: This property is zoned A-80+ (large agriculture)
  • Land Use / Zoning Summary: This property is zoned A-80+ (large agriculture)
  • County Zoning Contact Info:
    • Website: Click here
    • Phone Number: (970) 565-2801
  • View County/Property Zoning Info Here: Click here
  • Annual Taxes: $26.96
  • Access Notes: The access route is from County Road G (8-10 miles to the north). Access comes in through BLM land. Use GPS coordinates to access or contact our sales team to learn more.
    • Plan your route before you go. We recommend using the GPS coordinates and an app like OnxMaps (see our blog for a tutorial), County GIS maps, our Google Earth map link and Satellite images to map out potential access routes before visiting.
    • Be safe when visiting! Rural, undeveloped land can be dangerous due to terrain, poor or non-existent road access, etc. and calls for caution when visiting. Tell someone where you are going and when you will return. Remember, to respect local landowners and laws. Do not trespass. Ultimately, you, the customer, are responsible for identifying access through due diligence. Wilco will not be held responsible for any actions or outcomes by visitors to our property.
  • Utilities Notes: No nearby utilities. Off Grid. Historic Rock Well on property.
  • Camping: Camping and RVs are allowed. Contact the county for full guidelines.
  • Mobile Homes: Mobile homes are allowed. Contact the county for full guidelines.

LOCATION DETAILS

Use this link to view the parcel outline on Google Earth/Maps: Click here

  • Center Coordinates: 37.2386, -109.03157
  • NW Corner: 37.240426, -109.039252
  • NE Corner: 37.240425, -109.023923
  • SE Corner: 37.236808, -109.023919
  • SW Corner: 37.236796, -109.039252
  • Approximate Address: TBD ROAD G, CORTEZ, CO 81321

Don’t know how to use GPS coordinates? Here’s a quick tutorial I made: link

Deal of the Month Cash Price: $99,000
Deal of the Month Financing Price: $119,000

Seller Financing is available. Contact us for more information or review a loan calculator to build a plan in your budget here: Click to view

*Wilco reserves the right to approve or deny any proposed installment payment plans.

READY TO MAKE AN OFFER?

Call or text Miles McLaughlin to learn more or make a purchase. Or are you a Realtor with a Buyer? Wilco is happy to pay Buyers agent’s commission if you bring us a Buyer.



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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

  • Interested in learning more about due diligence, zoning, county websites/resources, and about us? Check out our blog.

Our customers partner with Wilco Land for their land investments, because we’re different from other land sellers. We offer:

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*This information is reliable but not guaranteed. Neither Wilco LLC or its associates are responsible for the accuracy of this information. Customers are responsible for all necessary due diligence pertaining to a purchase. Rural, undeveloped land can be dangerous due to terrain, poor or non-existent road access, etc. and calls for caution when visiting. Wilco will not be held responsible for any action or outcomes by visitors to our property.


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