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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 sqft

$1,175,000

16932 Road 20, Cortez CO, 81321

Price per sqft$783.33
Built in1994
Property size1,500 sqft
Property typeResidential
Listed by Ashley Blackmore with Blackmore Group 970-903-7477

Overview

Active

Listed May 8, 2026

Updated 11 days ago

Tucked privately into the rolling landscape of Southwest Colorado just outside Cortez, this exceptional ranch and equestrian property combines valuable WATER RIGHTS, usable acreage, horse infrastructure, paved-road access, and remarkable privacy in an authentic Western setting. The property cannot even be seen from the county road, with a private driveway extending approximately 300 yards before the ranch comes into view—creating a secluded feel without sacrificing convenient year-round access. Thoughtfully positioned to capture expansive views, open skies, and the surrounding countryside, this is the type of Colorado horse property increasingly difficult to find. Designed for both lifestyle and functionality, the ranch offers open pasture, natural terrain, established ranch infrastructure, and plenty of room for horses, livestock, equipment, riding, training, gardening, or future improvements. The equestrian component is a standout feature, providing the space and versatility needed for recreational riders, performance horses, or a more extensive horse operation, while the property's water rights add significant value and flexibility for agricultural and ranch uses. The comfortable single-level residence blends naturally into the setting and provides multiple possibilities—enjoy it as a full-time ranch home, use it as your Colorado getaway, live comfortably while designing and building a larger custom residence, or eventually transition it into a guest house or secondary living space, subject to applicable approvals. Large windows bring the surrounding landscape indoors, while outdoor living areas provide a natural place to relax after a day of riding, working the property, or exploring Southwest Colorado. The combination of privacy and accessibility is especially compelling: although the ranch feels removed from the outside world, it sits just off paved roads and provides convenient access to Cortez, Dolores, Telluride and the greater Four Corners region. Nearby Southwest Colorado offers exceptional horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting, skiing, boating, public lands, and year-round outdoor recreation. Whether you're searching for a Cortez horse property, Colorado ranch with water rights, equestrian property, hobby ranch, recreational retreat, acreage property, future custom-home site, or private Southwest Colorado residence with room to expand, this ranch offers a rare combination of water, usable land, privacy, accessibility, and true Western lifestyle.

$7,817/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $1,175,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
834472

Interior Features

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Fireplace
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
No

Exterior Features

Lot Size
29 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$2,267
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
View
Yes

Listed by Ashley Blackmore with Blackmore Group 970-903-7477


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