For sale

Price cut: $30K (5/23)

$369,000

855 Ponderosa Rd, La Veta, CO 81055

2beds

1,704sqft

$2,223/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1981

0.56 Acres Lot

$350,200 Zestimate^®

$217/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Forest viewsSpacious decksLarge windowsFresh mountain air

Welcome to your mountain getaway in the heart of Cuchara Valley! This two bed, two bath home offers over 1,700 sf of cozy living space tucked into a grove of pine and aspen. The easy layout brings the kitchen, dining, and living areas together, where a moss rock fireplace with a wood-burning stove insert becomes the focal point of the space. Look up to see the vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and knotty pine. Large windows let in natural light and frame the forest views. The finished lower level adds flexibility for guests or extra living space. Step outside onto two spacious decks and enjoy the fresh mountain air. A large garage keeps your vehicles out of the weather and offers additional storage. Located near Cuchara Mountain Park and just minutes from fishing, hiking, and the charm of Main Street Cuchara, this is mountain living with easy access to outdoor adventure. Whether it's your full-time home or seasonal retreat, this one offers a great blend of comfort and rustic charm!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Baseboard

Appliances

Included: Electric, Washer, Electric Range, Refrigerator

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Basement: Partially Finished
Has fireplace: Yes
Fireplace features: Living Room

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,704
Total interior livable area: 1,704 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,008
Finished area below ground: 696

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Garage Door Opener
Attached garage spaces: 1

Features

Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck
Has view: Yes
View description: Mountain(s), House, Trees/Woods, Valley

Lot

Size: 0.56 Acres
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 10025
Zoning: Urban Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Metal

Condition

Year built: 1981

Utilities & green energy

Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Spanish Peaks Dev. Filing 1

Location

Region: La Veta

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $217/sqft
Tax assessed value: $205,569
Annual tax amount: $747
Date on market: 7/13/2025
Road surface type: Gravel

Estimated market value

$350,200

$333,000 - $368,000

$2,345/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/23/2026	Price change	$369,000-7.5%$217/sqft
Source: Spanish Peaks MLS #25-766 Report a problem
8/27/2025	Price change	$399,000-4.8%$234/sqft
Source: Spanish Peaks MLS #25-766 Report a problem
7/13/2025	Listed for sale	$419,000+139.4%$246/sqft
Source: Spanish Peaks MLS #25-766 Report a problem
2/22/2010	Sold	$175,000+28.7%$103/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
2/16/2006	Sold	$136,000$80/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$747 -0.8%	$12,848 +53%
2024	$753 -30.7%	$8,400 -31.2%
2023	$1,086 -2.6%	$12,202 -0.5%
2022	$1,115	$12,264
2021	--	$12,264 +8.2%
2020	$1,035 +12.6%	$11,333 -0.7%
2019	$919 -0.1%	$11,413 -0.3%
2018	$920 +4.4%	$11,446
2017	$881 -22.9%	$11,446 -13.1%
2016	$1,143	$13,165 +1.1%
2015	$1,143	$13,019 -3.1%
2014	$1,143	$13,439