Price Reduction - Views - Primary on Main
Address
16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO
Price
$ 889,500
Property Attributes
  • MLS#2600359
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyCUSTER
  • CityWetmore
  • Zip81253
  • StyleChalet
  • Year Built2002
  • Taxes$ 3460
  • Price$ 889,500
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage2338
  • Lot Size35 Acres
Data Source:
Information and Real Estate Services (IRES)
Property Description

Discover a rare mountain retreat in Wetmore, Colorado, where privacy and natural beauty span 35 secluded acres. This two-story mountain-style home offers 2,338 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, blending rustic charm with modern comfort. Built in 2002, the home features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, ideal for everyday living or entertaining. The primary suite opens to an elevated wrap-around deck with sweeping views of the Wet Mountains. Inside, a wood-burning stove anchors the living room, creating a warm, inviting cabin feel perfect for quiet evenings or hosting guests. The partially fenced, forested acreage offers endless outdoor enjoyment, from relaxing on the covered patio to exploring your private shooting range and orchard. Nearby BLM land provides excellent hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing amid dramatic canyons and rock outcroppings. Additional features include a detached heated entertainment building with electricity and plumbing, plus a renovated playhouse for storage, hobbies, or family fun. Designed for comfort and efficiency, the home includes an island kitchen with high-performance appliances, radiant in-floor heating, solar power, and a 17KW backup generator. Located just minutes from Westcliffe, you'll enjoy convenient access to medical services, a regional airport, and year-round recreation, with the Great Sand Dunes and Arkansas River close by.

Elementary School Middle School High School
Custer County Elementary School Custer County Middle School Custer County High School
Price History
1/26/2026 Listed $949,550
3/26/2026 3$928,500
4/11/2026 1$923,500
5/7/2026 2$910,000
5/26/2026 1$905,000
6/18/2026 1$899,500
9/14/2026 2$889,500

General Features

Living Area 2338
Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Wood Stove,Radiant
Utilities Electricity Available,Propane
Roof Metal
Appliances Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Microwave,Gas Bar-B-Q
Garage Spaces 2
Patio/Porch Features Patio,Deck
Architectural Style Chalet
Construction Materials Brick,Moss Rock
Exclusions Tractor,Snow Blower & Log Splitter
Year Built 2002
Levels Tri-Level
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2025
County Custer
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name None
Status Active
Directions From Westcliffe head east on Hwy 96 for 16 miles to Mackenzie Junction. The Property is the 2nd driveway on the left.
High School Custer County
City Wetmore
High School District Custer County C-1
MLS Area Out of Area
Elementary School Custer County
Property Attached Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 3460
Middle/Junior High School Custer County
Standard Status Active
Expected Active Date 2026-01-27
AttributionContact [email protected],719-257-9417

Interior Features

Basement Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
Above Grade Finished Area 1903
Half Baths 1
3/4 Baths 2
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Loft
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Fencing Partial
Parking Features Attached
Lot Features Corner Lot,Abuts National Forest,Outbuildings
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 1524600
Lot Size Acres 35
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 81253

Price
AVG $510K
$890K
Taxes
AVG $1,911
$3,460
Year Built
AVG 1982
2002
Visits
AVG 33
103
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

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