Welcome to 11599 Highway 145 — a beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offering 1,344 square feet of charm and modern comfort. Originally built in 1923, this thoughtfully updated residence features abundant natural light, large windows, and stunning views of the Sleeping Ute and Mesa Verde. Situated on 17.72 acres with 12 shares of MVI water, this property offers exceptional opportunity and flexibility. With two separate access roads to Highway 145, ease of use and development potential are enhanced. The basement is already set up as a mother-in-law suite or rental unit, complete with its own private entrance—ideal for multigenerational living or investment income. Truly a developer’s dream, the expansive acreage provides plenty of open space to build, all while being conveniently close to town. Whether you're seeking a serene homestead, income-producing potential, or room to expand, this unique property offers the very best of Colorado living.
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$400,000
11599 Highway 145, Cortez, CO 81321
3beds
1,344sqft
Stick Built
Built in 1923
17.72 Acres Lot
$401,400 Zestimate®
$298/sqft
$2,094 Estimated rent
Home value
$401,400
Estimated sales range
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Expansive acreageAbundant natural lightLarge windows
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Listed by:
Casey Spitzer caseyspitzer21@gmail.com,
RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty,
Kimberly Spitzer 970-301-0029,
RE/MAX Mesa Verde Realty
Bought with:
Gina Buchanan
The Wells Group of Durango, LLC
Source: CREN,MLS#: 829739
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Kitchen/Dining
Appliances
- Included: Trash Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range Top, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 17.72 Acres
- Features: Adj to Open Space, Cleared, Corners Marked, Near Golf Course
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 561113100009
- Zoning description: Agriculture,Residential Single Family
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Ranch Basement
- Property subtype: Stick Built
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Cortez
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2026 | Sold | $400,000-5.9%$298/sqft |
Source:  CREN #829739 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2025 | Contingent | $425,000$316/sqft |
Source: CREN #829739 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000$316/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,063 +4.5% | $33,670 -4.8% |
| 2023 | $1,974 -8.5% | $35,380 -9.6% |
| 2022 | $2,157 | $39,130 -0.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $39,200 -6.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $41,970 -10.8% |
| 2017 | -- | $47,060 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $2,464 | $46,230 -83.3% |
| 2015 | $2,464 | $277,120 +499.4% |
| 2014 | -- | $46,230 |
| 2013 | -- | $46,230 -1.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $46,870 |
| 2011 | -- | $46,870 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 81321
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Kemper Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.3 mi
- 6/10Cortez Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 3/10Montezuma-Cortez High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kemper K-5
- Middle: Cortez 6-8
- High: Montezuma-Cortez 9-12
Source: CREN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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