Discover a rare opportunity to own a stunning parcel in Beaver Meadows on Pine Springs Drive in Bayfield, ideally positioned within Pine Spring Ranch Subdivision—surrounded on three sides by over 18,000 acres of the San Juan National Forest. This extraordinary setting offers endless year-round recreation including horseback riding, hiking, cross-country skiing, ATVing, snowmobiling, and hunting, all right outside your door. Set against a backdrop of rolling meadows and wooded hillsides, the property provides a peaceful, open landscape with sweeping, unobstructed views and exceptional usability. With approximately 1,300 feet of direct boundary with the national forest, this parcel offers a rare level of privacy and access. As the first lot in the subdivision, it also benefits from easy, year-round access and features gently sloping terrain ideal for building. The property is thoughtfully improved with a carport/shed, and a fully insulated future pump house, all set on a well-constructed gravel pad—providing a strong foundation for future development. A domestic permitted water well is already in place, and electricity close to site. Wildlife is abundant throughout the area, with frequent sightings of elk, deer, turkey, eagles, bobcat, fox, beaver, mountain lion, and bear, enhancing the true Colorado mountain experience. Enjoy the quiet charm of country living while still being within convenient reach of Durango and Bayfield. Whether you’re envisioning a full-time residence, or seasonal retreat, this property offers a rare combination of natural beauty, privacy, infrastructure, and truly breathtaking views.
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$215,000
242 Pine Springs Drive, Bayfield, CO 81122
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6.7Acres
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
6.7 Acres Lot
$148,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sweeping unobstructed viewsPeaceful open landscape
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kendall Smith 310-866-3121,
Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Source: CREN,MLS#: 834032
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 6.7 Acres
- Dimensions: 1342 x 877 x 148 x 446
- Features: Borders National Forest, Borders Public Land, Boundaries Marked, Boundaries Surveyed, Corner Lot, Corners Marked, Pasture
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Equipment Shed, Other, Metal Building
- Parcel number: 567914101006
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Water: In-House Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Pine Springs Ra
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA name: Pine Springs HOA
Location
- Region: Bayfield
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $135,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,215
- Date on market: 4/27/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel, Dirt
Estimated market value
$148,100
$121,000 - $182,000
$1,947/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000+225.8% |
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| 8/16/2019 | Sold | $66,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,933 +10.3% | $36,450 +13.6% |
| 2024 | $1,752 +19.2% | $32,100 |
| 2023 | $1,469 -1.2% | $32,100 +30.2% |
| 2022 | $1,487 | $24,660 |
| 2021 | -- | $24,660 -1.1% |
| 2020 | $1,457 +11.4% | $24,940 |
| 2019 | $1,308 | $24,940 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $1,308 | $23,490 |
| 2017 | $1,308 -0.4% | $23,490 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $1,313 +30.9% | $21,900 |
| 2015 | $1,003 | $21,900 -1.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $22,190 |
| 2013 | -- | $22,190 |
| 2012 | -- | $22,190 |
| 2011 | -- | $22,190 -19.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $27,700 +0% |
| 2009 | -- | $27,690 +16.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $23,780 |
| 2007 | -- | $23,780 +23.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $19,200 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 81122
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Bayfield Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 7.2 mi
- 5/10Bayfield Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
- 5/10Bayfield High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bayfield K-5
- Middle: Bayfield 6-8
- High: Bayfield 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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- Colorado
- La Plata County
- Bayfield
- 81122
- 242 Pine Springs Drive






