Property Attributes
- MLS#3340425
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCONEJOS
- CitySanford
- Zip81151
- StyleTraditional
- Year Built1889
- Taxes$ 82
- Price$ 240,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1848
- Lot Size1 Acres
Data Source:
REColorado (MTOMLS)
Property Description
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 amenitiesâ€. 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!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| La Jara Elementary School | Centauri Middle School | Centauri High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | Listed $245,000 |
| 4/28/2026 | 3$240,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Oil,Propane,Wood,Wood Stove |
| Cooling | None |
| Utilities | Electricity Connected |
| Roof | Metal |
| Appliances | Cooktop,Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Patio/Porch Features | Front Porch |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Exclusions | none |
| Year Built | 1889 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Individual |
| County | Conejos |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Subdivision Name | none |
| Facing Direction | East |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | from La Jara go to Sanford and take Hwy 136 to the end. Turn south and house is on the right. |
| High School | Centauri |
| City | Sanford |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | North Conejos RE-1J |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 43560 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan |
| Elementary School | La Jara |
| Tax Annual Amount | 82 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Centauri |
| Property Condition | Updated/Remodeled |
| Structure Type | House |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Owner |
| Middle/Junior School District | North Conejos RE-1J |
| Elementary School District | North Conejos RE-1J |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Eat-in Kitchen,Open Floorplan |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Wood |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Window Features | Bay Window(s) |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1742 |
| 3/4 Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Sink |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 4 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Vegetation | Grassed |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Full |
| Parking Features | Gravel |
| Lot Features | Level |
| Water Source | Private |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 1 |
| Building Area Total | 1848 |
| Lot Size Acres | 1 |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel,Paved |
| Road Frontage Type | Public |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
| Horse Amenities | Corral(s),Round Pen |
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
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