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  • $240,000

    18899 County Road 28, Sanford, CO 81151

    4beds
    1,848sqft
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    $1,477/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1889
    1 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $130/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    PRICE DROP! Great Buy! Have you ever wanted to own an old school house to be repurposed? Here is your chance- except this is all DONE! The house was built by the US Government and was the old school house for the area. This cozy and comfortable house needs your personal touches! 4 bedrooms and 2 baths! Fiber Optic is available. It was at one time the School House for Los Sauces. Also contained on the property at one time was the Teachers house- the General Store and next door the old Dance Hall!. This is a great house- with power and two wells and septic in place. A Rennai heater is is in place to back up the wood heat. An old antique cookstove is also included with the kitchen appliances. The yard has grass and mature apple and crab apple trees! Great location- just a short distance from the Rio Grande River and the Conejos River for great fishing. Tucked in a nice secluded acre. Lots of room to spread your wings. The wood stove keeps this warm and cozy throughout the year, Just make it your own. This would make a great summer rental or air B&B. There are 2 additional outbuildings that can be repurposed to add to this beautiful Historic Home. 8 miles from Sanford and approx. 11 miles from La Jara and Hwy 285. Also just a short distance from Hwy 142 connecting to San Luis. Be and feel secluded while still having good access to town and your “modern amenities”. Must see! Make your appointment now- Seller is motivated. The seller requires a Pre-Approval Letter or a Letter of Guarantee from your bank. Get ready to enjoy this picturesque area of the San Luis Valley!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Maria Lopez Harper 719-588-0250 mlhoffice1385@gmail.com,

    MLH Realty, LLC

    Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3340425MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 4
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom
      • Features: Primary Suite
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom
      • Features: Primary Suite
      • Level: Main
      Den
      • Description: Desk And Extra Storage
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Oil, Propane, Wood, Wood Stove
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Windows: Bay Window(s)
      • Has basement: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,848
      • Total interior livable area: 1,848 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,742

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Details: Off Street Spaces: 4
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Front Porch
      • Fencing: Full
      Lot
      • Size: 1 Acres
      • Features: Level
      • Residential vegetation: Grassed
      Details
      • Parcel number: 572523200008
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Horse amenities: Corral(s), Round Pen

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1889

      Utilities & green energy

      • Water: Private
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Sanford

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $130/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $72,157
      • Annual tax amount: $82
      • Date on market: 11/18/2025
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Exclusions: None
      • Ownership: Individual
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/28/2026Price change$240,000-2%$130/sqft
        Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3340425 Report a problem
        11/18/2025Listed for sale$245,000+69.1%$133/sqft
        Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3340425 Report a problem
        10/31/2020Listing removed$144,900$78/sqft
        Source: Schulz Realty #769499 Report a problem
        5/15/2020Listed for sale$144,900+34.8%$78/sqft
        Source: Schulz Realty #769499 Report a problem
        8/18/2016Listing removed$107,500$58/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Valley Realty #675064 Report a problem
        10/20/2015Price change$107,500-2.3%$58/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Valley Realty #675064 Report a problem
        1/9/2013Listed for sale$110,000-8.3%$60/sqft
        Source: http://www.Century 21 Valley Realty #675064 Report a problem
        5/2/2012Listing removed$119,900$65/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 Valley Realty #664166 Report a problem
        12/15/2011Listed for sale$119,900+99.8%$65/sqft
        Source: CENTURY 21 VALLEY REALTY-Alamosa #664166 Report a problem
        2/2/2006Sold$60,000$32/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/23/2005Sold$60,000$32/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$82 -75.7%--
        2023$338 -2.9%--
        2022$348 $4,788 -2.8%
        2021-- $4,926 +10.6%
        2020-- $4,455
        2019-- $4,455 +4.1%
        2018-- $4,281
        2017-- $4,281 -15.6%
        2016-- $5,070
        2015-- $5,070 -2.5%
        2014-- $5,200
        2013-- $5,200 +25.5%
        2011$351 +0.8%$4,145 -25.6%
        2010$348 $5,574
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 81151

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        25 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: La Jara
        • Middle: Centauri
        • High: Centauri
        • District: North Conejos RE-1J

        Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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