Four Corners Real Estate Guide Fall 2015: Montezuma & Dolores Counties

Real Estate Guide Montezuma & Dolores Counties (Flip over for La Plata County Properties)

Fall Edition 2015

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HOME IN RODEO SUBDIVISON

3600 sf., 4 BR. 4 BA., Lg Fam Rm, Separate Din Rm., Lg Kit, & Util Rm. Red Oak Stairs, Tile, Forced air, wood stove, swamp cooler, fast Recovery HWH, Horse Barn, 3 Car Gar. 82 Ac open space. $399,000 MLS #711059

2013 SF, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths,built in 2009, oversize 2 car garage, central air & heat open kitchen w/ granite tops stainless steel appliances, Landscaping, sprinkler system private fenced back yard. $299,500 MLS #711647

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6.68 fenced AC. , 7 sh MVI, 2711 sf. 3 Br. 2 Ba. Liv. Rm, Fam. Rm. Sunroom, Porcelain tile & Wood floors, Gas fired combination furnace & AC concrete siding, 3 decks, Lg gar/shop w nice liv quarters, sheds. $419K MLS# 707364

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Fenced 10 ACRES, 4 SH MVI, 3.396 sf., 4 br., 3 full & (2) 1/2 Ba. formal dining, lg. liv.& fam rm, well insulated,3 car ga, covered patio, Barn, park like yard, lots of mature trees. $395K MLS # 708381

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Land! Land! Land! Land!

Residential Lots, Farm, Commercial, Mountain Properties, Acreages and More!

Nice 20 Acres, borders County Road Z, electric pole on property, water tap available, engineered septic required. Great Mountain & Valley Views, Trees and approximately 20 minutes to town. $84,500 MLS# 709978 Hard to Find Small Irrigated Acreage and Here It Is!!!

10.25 Acres with five shares of Montezuma Valley irrigation and some side rolls are included, utilities are close by. Beautiful location with views of Mesa Verde and Ute Mountain. On the high part of the property you can see the views of La Plata’s. Currently being farmed with a hay crop. $125,000 MLS# 702880 Mountainous Subdivision with newer homes on the edge of Rico. 11 acre treed lot with mountain views on the west toward Dolores River. Year round local residents & would make a nice summer home site. Located on the south end of Rico and has solar exposure. $50,000 MLS# 693274 Ground Hog Lake Area

Views of Lone Cone & Flat Top Mountains

Heavily Wooded with Aspen, Electric 2 Ponds 40 Acres - MLS# 704245 - $240,000 140 Acres - MLS# 704247 - $600,000 180 Acres - MLS # 704248 - $775,000 Commercial Property With Major Highway Exposure from Hwy 160 & 145. Outskirts of Cortez, large (.47) fenced lot. Some items on lot are for sale. $49,000 MLS# 687769 785 Ft. capped well. Property has 30 x 30 metal shop, lean-to, with propanel roof, 12’ doors, generator included. Great views of McPhee Reservoir & National Forest is across the road from property. Electric is available, but some distance from property. $150,000 MLS# 558821 LISTEN TO THE RIVER while building your cabin, 1120 sf. foundation w/ 40 “ crawl space ready to go, electric installed, 7 acres of of trees and hiking on the hillside. View of the river from your cabin. Not many pieces of mountainous land available. $71,000 MLS# 711741

WATERFRONT PROPERTY

~350’ Dolores River Frontage 12.63 Acres, 30’ X 40’ shop, tall overhead door with remote control & concrete floor. Minutes from Dolores. $250,000 MLS# 575190

Corner City Lot with All Utilities Installed, City sewer & water, electric. Nice clean level lot ready to be built on or for an investment. Zoned for multi-family. $49,500 MLS# 702882 The Glade Ranch subdivision, a mountainous subdivision north of Dolores. Gorgeous drive through fantastic mountains, national forest and valley views. Recreational summer home in the mountains etc. Property can be used as horse property with lots of area to ride. Wooded lot with meadows and some sloping terrain, treed, seclusion. $55,000 MLS# 709811 36 acres dryland along Dove Creek Canal, M&I water and utilities available. Great views. $36,000 MLS# 686226 Corner Tract Of 149.57 Dry Land Acres and Dove Creek Canal runs through property which M&I tap can be acquired for irrigation of yard, trees, etc. DWCD Water Co. is for M&I Irrigation & Montezuma Water Co. is for domestic water. Outstanding Mountain views!!! $150,000 MLS# 700921

Beautiful 3 Acre Lot in Lebanon Estates, Views of Mountains & Valley, Trees, Irrigation (sprinklers), Water Tap, electric installed. Newer homes in subdivision, road paved all the way to subdivision, minutes to Cortez or Dolores. $89,500 MLS# 711573 5 Acres of great development property, close distance to Rec Center, Church, Parks, Swimming Pool, Library, Dr. Office, Restaurant, shopping, grocery stores, schools. One of few large acreage’s in Cortez. $235,000 MLS# 619041 Commercial Property, 15+ Fenced Acres, located at junction of Hwy 145 & 184, water tap & electric installed. Views of McPhee Reservoir, La Plata, Mesa Verde & Ute Mountain.

Property surrounds long time convenience store & gas station. Lots of possibilities for abusiness close to two reservoirs, RV park including a laundromat, RV & motor vehicle repair service, lodging, RV, boat, motorcycle & ATV sales, car wash, etc. County has zoned as commercial preferred as now being tax as ag. $320,000 MLS# 691304 Mountainous Views, Seclusion, trees, pasture, wildlife, irrigation, fenced, Water Tap available, installed and paid for. Lots of wildlife. $850,000 MLS# 701770

The Glade Ranch Subdivision !!! Gorgeous Mountain Property & Views!!! Seclusion, privacy, relaxing can be used for horse property or just a retreat to get away. This 36 + acres offers every tertian you would want, such as treed, hiking trails, open space etc. $70,000 MLS #709994 One Of A Kind Has It All. 9,149 SF unique lot on a corner with views of the La Platas & the Flaugh pond when there is water.

Access rights & use of pond, newer homes in area, minutes to town & golf course. Need to work with city to be able to meet requirements. $27,900 MLS# 701240 Stoddard Estates is a beautiful subdivision with 9 lots and gorgeous views of Sleeping Ute, La Platas and the Mesa Mountains. Location, wildlife, close to Cortez, Dolores, Telluride, McPhee & Narraguinnep Reservoir. Utilities at lot line. Minutes to Cortez & Dolores. MLS #684884 – Prices start at $58K up to $125K Newer subdivision with stick built & modular homes Curb/ gutter & paved wtih gorgeous mountain, canyon & valley views.

Newer construction in subdivision with beautiful landscaping & fencing starting at entrance, includes a nice club house. $35,000 MLS# 700425 Eagles Nest Subdivision With Outstanding Mountainous Views. In the process of developing a 18-hole golf course. Located a few miles northwest of Cortez, approximately 15 minutes from Cortez. Water and electric at the lot line. Chip and sealed road on Rd. P and Rd. 18. Call listing office for Eagle Nest Website. MLS# 710296 & MLS# 710299

Recreational and/or Agricultural, 276 Acres with the gorgeous views of the popular Groundhog Reservoir, mountains, open country terrain is all around you for ranching, hunting, fishing, camping, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, RV’s etc. Winter access by snow machines. Great summer retreat with trees , pasture, some fencing, electric in the area, would need a well or cistern for domestic water. $1,381,500 MLS# 707855 Location! High traffic on Hwy 160 & Hwy 145, Commercial zoning. Two parcels sold as 16.56 Acres with access off of Patton & Empire St. directly to Hwy 160. Great mountain views. $255,000 MLS# 702640 Commercial Property , 1.90 acres has Hwy 160 & 145 visual exposure. East side of popular Fiesta Mexican restaurant & the background is Days Inn motel. Flat to rolling terrain with views of La Plata’s & Mesa Verde mountains. $250,000 MLS# 702996 Beautiful Views on this nice 5.13 Acres with gated pipe, 10 shares of Lower Wilson Ditch Irrigation, fenced on two sides and paved road. Electric available & water tap available per Montezuma Water Co. No Covenants. $69,500 MLS #704508 35 to 42 Dry Land Acres presently being farmed, possible to have M&I (irrigation) tap, used for livestock & landscaping .

Wonderful Mountain Views. MLS #684701, 684702,684703 Mountain Views presently being farmed, possible to have M&I (irrigation) tap, used for livestock & landscaping . Wonderful Mountain Views. $265,500 MLS #709403 Glorious Mountain Views 26 Acres on a Mesa Top with level, rolling, natural landscaping & some rock cliffs, located on the corner of Road G and 21. Minutes from Cortez! Paved road from property to Cortez. Water Tap included but not installed. $54,000 MLS #687506 Nice views on this 3 acre tract, great place to build a home with utilities at lot line and two shares of Montezuma Valley Irrigation plus minutes to Cortez. $60,000 MLS #707704 Nice building lot .189 Acres with utilities to lot line. Seller will have Gas line installed to lot line prior to building. Nice homes in area, centrally located in Cortez. Lots 1-5. MLS #705676, 705677, 705678, 705679 & 705680 Center of Recreation such as; snow skiing, four wheeling, boating, golfing etc. right off of pavement, minutes to McPhee & Narraguinnep Reservior. Subdivision borders National Forest.

Great Mountain views of La Platas, Ute Mountain & Mesa’s.

Private Mountain community among the wildlife. Serveral building sites to choose from. $200,000 MLS #710601 3.13 AC. End of nice subdivision w/ great mountain views. wild life views in canyon, min. to Cortez on paved road , utilities to lot line, irrigation. $57,000 MLS #707703

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Log Home On River Permitted Well & Septic 1,800 SF, 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths Rock Fireplace, Granite Tops 2 Upper & 1 Lower Deck $399,000 MLS# 690306

39.62 Acres, 31 Shares Of MVI 2,460 SF, 3 Bedrooms, 1¾ Baths, Pond, Fenced & Crossed Fenced Cover Back Deck, Newer Septic $374,900 MLS# 673941

40 Acres Borders BLM End Of Road, Lots Of Pine Trees 2,652 SF 4 Bedroom, 3 Baths, Secluded, 2 Car Garage/ 2 Decks $445,000 MLS# 693798

Mountain Views 4.5 Acres, 5 Shares IRR/ WUA 5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, Brick Fireplace, Fenced/Crossed Fenced 2 Car Garage/Shed $182,500 MLS# 691822

2 Irrigated Acres Deck/Garden Spot, 1,628 SF, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Mature Trees Large 2 Car Gar & Equipment Shop $185,000 MLS# 640209

1,822 SF, 4BR, 3BA, 2 Car Gar, RV Gar, Shop, Custom Craftsmanship, Oak Throughout, Incredible Mt. Views, Redwood Decks, Immaculate Landscaping, Drip System. $499,000 MLS# 705771

PINON HILLS

SUBDIVISION!!

4 Bedrooms, 1¾ Bath,1,920 SF Lg Fenced Backyard, with Sprinkler System, Family Room, Living Room, Sun Room, 2 Sheds, Granite Tops & Oak Cabinets $189,000 MLS# 682970

Mountainous Views 3,360 SF, 4BR – 3A, 3 Car Garage, Granite Counter Tops, Large Finished Basement, Covered Decks, Irrigation. $374,500 MLS# 711590

Manufactured Home 3/BR/2BA. (1248 sf.), Newer carpet, Custom marble tops in Bath, Forced air heat, pellet stove,Two storage sheds, carport, fenced yard. $124,500 MLS# 705560

COUNTRY LIVING

HISTORICAL

Immaculate & Gorgeous Views 3 Acres with M&I tap, Great Room & Living Room, 2,300 SF, Triple Wide, Carport, Fenced & Crossed Fenced, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths $205,000 MLS# 704204

Corner Lot 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1,726 SF Fenced, Mature Landscaping Great Fireplace $160,000 MLS# 704450

Between two reservoirs, recreational acres, treed, mountain views! Great Recreational, snow skiing, four wheeling, boating, golfing it’s all close.

Only minutes from Cortez & Dolores.

Beautiful view of Cortez Night lights!

Several lots available from 3 Acres+.

Possible owner financing.

Quality Construction

3,454 SF, 4 Bed, 3 Baths, Detached 26’ x 30’ Gar, Custom Oak Cabinets, 2 x 6 Walls, Fireplace, Anderson & Bay Windows, Covered Porches, Trex Decking, Mountain Views $449,000 MLS# 697260

1,435 SF 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Fenced Backyard, Alley Access, Newer Cabinets, Fixtures, Storage Shed, Close To Main St., Flooring, Windows, Appliances $152,500 MLS# 698445

Canyon & Valley Views, Edge Of Town, Stucco Manufactured, 2,200 SF, 4 Bedrooms, 2¾ Baths Living Room & Family Room Tile Floors, Granite Tops $195,000 MLS# 702796

Corner Lot, close to park, library, hospital, etc. 2392 sf. one floor & basement, 5 br. 3 Ba. 2 car gar., RV carport, privacy fence, sprinkler sys.

New windows back side of home $195,500 MLS# 711832

Custom Townhomes

2010 Custom Home Vaulted Ceiling, Covered Porch, 3 Bed., 2 Baths, Open Kitchen/Living Rm, Sprinkler Sys, Water Ftn. Feature, Custom Window Coverings $159,000 MLS# 696911

GOLF COURSE TOWNHOME 1381 sf., 2 BR. 2 BA., Sun Room, Vaulted ceilings, car garage, Covered porch, Views of Golf Course. $187,500 MLS# 704682

Borders Mountain Edge Of Dolores City limits 780 SF, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Not in Flood Zone, Mature Trees $118,000 MLS# 704452

1,252 SF, 2 Bed., 2 Baths, Mstr Bed with walk in closet. Single car gar.

Private backyard with patio. Covered porch. Radiant In floor heat. Access to River. Units B & D $179,000 MLS #676956 & 676939

SUNNYSIDE ACRES

Mountain Acreage Up Dolores River Shared Pond Irrigation Well Electricity

MLS# 686897 MLS# 687031

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Log Home 3,151 SF, 3-4 Bed, 2¼ Baths, 18+ acres, borders National Forest, Large Great Room & Loft, 3 Car Gar. & Det. RV Garage, Carport + 1 Gar., Ceiling-to-floor Fireplace $445,000 MLS# 709642

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9+ Acres with Canyon & Views, Laminated Floors, 3 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Walk Out Basement, Newer Appliances, Cabinets, Oversized Garage $169,500 MLS #704138

Commercial/Residential, Electrical, Plumbing, Roof, Flooring, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1 Car Garage Windows, Cabinets, Etc. Upgrades Remodeled In 2003 $129,000 MLS #702388

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FAIRWAY ESTATES

ORIGINAL LEBANON TOWNSITE SUBDIVISION 1/2 to 3/4 acre tracts New homes just starting to be built. Great views of La Plata’s mountain range & valley views. Underground utilities at lot lines Irrigation available, Please inquire for details. $50,000 MLS #711944, 711945, 711946

GOLF COURSE ESTATES

REMODELED

Phase I, II & VI Kernan Creek Subdivision Southwest 2327 Sf., 4 Br. 2 Ba, large fam. Rm w/ fireplace, double car gar. Lg. Patio, storage shed, gorgeous mountain views & geological investigation available. $375,000 MLS #711331

MOUNTAIN LOG HOME Peacefulness, Pine trees, RV hook up, 2 storage sheds, gazebo area, concrete pad, 2016 sf, great room, loft, redwood covered deck, Lg, utility Rm $394,000 MLS #707594

FORTY ACRES

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Broker/Associate/Owner Southern Bluff Subdivision Mountain & Valley View, 1,344 SF, 3 Bedroom, 2 Baths, 1 Yr. Home Warranty, 2 Car Garage, Covered Deck, Trex Fencing, Sprinkler Sys $189,900 MLS #704467

MLS# 695827 MLS# 677794

819 Sf, 2 br/1 ba., New cabinets, 1983 Manf. Hm, 1624 sf., 3 br. 2ba., counter tops, sink, appliances, sun room, oversized single car gar., flooring, light fixtures, paint, metal tack shed/barn, lofing shed, 3 roof, yard partially fenced, storage fenced acres, fantastic views, shed, covered porch.

NO COVENANTS $124,500 MLS #710022 $115,000 MLS #710261

1552 Sq Ft Man Home w/lg Barn, Mountain/Valley Views, 3 BDRM/ 2BA. Archaeological Sites on this Property $155,000 MLS #706567

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HIGH TRAFFIC LOCATION Intersection hwy 145 & 160, 3238 sf., Commercial buldg (two sections), walk in coolers(2), evaporative coolers, paved parking, epa test $300,000 Mls# 706740

Industrial, Manufacturing, Etc. 6 Offices, Kitchen, Workrooms, 15,000 SF, Lots of Parking 3.83 Acres, Showroom, Loft Overhead Doors, $1,475,000 MLS# 702293

Established Restaurant Since 1996.

Close To McPhee Reservoir.

High Traffic Hwy 491 & 184 Cortez & Dolores 2,592 SF $255,000 MLS# 711910

Middle Of Main Location 3 Phase & 220/230 Voltage 2 Separate Buildings, 2 Walk In Safes, Fenced Back Area, 2,250 SF with Kitchen & Bedroom Area $175,000 MLS# 701461

42 Acres 50 spaces (21 ready & 29 to finish) New Septic (for 75 spaces) Near McPhee Reservoir Great Mountain & Valley Views $675,000 MLS# 703754

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Industrial 4,500 SF Building Loft Area/Garage Area, Storage Warehouse, Conference Room Industrial Park Location Kitchen, Offices, Reception Area $425,000 MLS# 697929

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DEEP CREEK RANCH

Enjoy an ideal combination of beautiful meadows, lush pastures, and piñon/juniper woodlands. Extraordinary opportunity to own a diverse 195-acre ranch with beautiful amenities, and exquisite mountain views, just minutes from the town of Mancos. The newly remodeled main house has 3,132 SF with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Other amenities include a private 1,120 SF guest/caretaker’s residence, a 3-stall barn, and multiple outbuildings. Excellent water rights support over 70 irrigated acres for grazing or hay production. $1,595,000 Offered by Zach Morse and Kelly Kniffin. MLS 706130

DOLORES CANYON RANCH The great outdoors. With 12-acres and the Dolores River running through the property, this is one of the last privately owned parcels bordering the San Juan National Forest, within the majestic Lone Dome Recreation Area. Amenities include an off-grid 3,334 SF custom-built lodge being sold turnkey, with 5 private suites, plus a commercial kitchen and large covered wrap-around deck taking full advantage of the beautiful river valley and canyon views. Also a guest cabin, equestrian facilities, greenhouse, tack and tool shed, as well as a fire pit. Truly a one-of-a-kind property and an outdoorsman’s paradise. $1,149,000 Offered by Tom and Zach Morse. MLS 704341

STARRY NIGHTS RANCH

Thoughtful infrastructure for any level of equestrian use.

This incredible property encompasses 35.14-acres of beautiful pastures fenced and cross-fenced with mountain and valley views. The main residence is an impressive 3,047 SF Ranch Style home with 3 bedrooms, 2½ baths and an office.

There is an additional 2 car garage with caretaker’s living quarters, large immaculate barn with four horse stalls, concrete floors with rubber mats, stall fronts with PVC fencing material, heated water for horses, arena, round pen, heated tack room, and 3 automatic side rolls. $695,000 Offered by Zach Morse and Kim Penny. MLS 709783

U ROAD RANCH

If you belong in the Southwest, welcome home.

Beautifully situated on 77-acres in Cortez, this equestrian and grazing property is fully fenced and cross-fenced with 52+ irrigated acres, lush pastures, and expansive views. There is a charming 2,316 SF, 4 bedroom, 2 bath home, filled with natural light. The southwest style home has an open floor plan with beautiful hardwood and stained concrete floors. This property has excellent water rights (52 MVI Shares) and two seasonal ponds. $629,000 Offered by Tom and Zach Morse. MLS 702419

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RANCHO ESCALANTE

Who doesn’t want to be a cowboy? Is this your dream – a working cattle/horse ranch with miles of riding trails, ponds, a creek full of trout, and a trophy home with stunning views? 600+ acres of irrigated hay fields, numerous fenced pastures with over 80-acres of irrigated hay/alfalfa, outstanding water rights plus a large canyon, all within a ten minute drive of restaurants, galleries, shopping and more. Amazing 6,500 SF main house with 6 bedrooms, 8.5 baths, a huge movie room, two staff apartments plus an adorable historic 2-bedroom caretaker’s home, a 14,000 SF indoor riding arena, 12 stall horse barn, hay barns, cattle barn, fully equipped shop, and outdoor corrals with loafing sheds. Bring your own cattle or the current owner will include a herd of all natural, grass fed angus cows. $5,695,000 Offered by Tom and Zach Morse. MLS 683348

HISTORICAL RANCH IN McELMO CANYON If you love the beauty of nature, the simplicity of life and the magic of the ancient world, this is a property unparalleled in Southwestern Colorado. Canyon of the Ancients Ranch has approximately 1,100-acres and is located in the serene, quaint and water abundant McElmo Canyon. There are three lovely residences on the 70-acre farm portion of the ranch with exceptional water rights, fertile pastures, organic gardens, abundant fruit orchards, and numerous original outbuildings that have been beautifully restored to a modern retreat, still keeping the ancient historical feeling of times past. The remaining 1,030-acres of the ranch offer peaceful places to explore many thousandsof-years-old archeological sites that are hidden in this exquisite area. $3,750,000 Offered by Tom and Zach Morse. MLS 698951

SERENITY RANCH A contemporary home that fits perfectly with incredible views of Mesa Verde. Beautiful home on 81-acres (55 irrigated) with large pond and RV garage/ apartment. Designed and positioned to maximize land use and gorgeous views, the main residence has been meticulously built using all the finest materials, finishes and appliances with low maintenance in mind and the ability to lock and leave as a second home. There is a mature apple orchard on the property and the property could be further cultivated for agriculture production or it may be used as a horse or cattle ranch. It is special offering at a tremendous value. $2,295,000 Offered by Tom and Zach Morse. MLS 704358

BALDWIN RANCH

Beautiful views of the La Plata Mountains from the deck of 1,560 SF main cabin with lush high-fenced meadows below. Additionally, there is a 832 SF guest cabin with 2-car garage, 1,332 SF Barn, 629 SF handling facility with squeeze-chute, and 496 SF office/shop building with commercial freezer.

225-acres with good water rights and some mineral rights included. Great for pure breed cattle operation. $1,649,000 Offered by Tom and Zach Morse. MLS 692185

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Montezuma County

Cortez

Population: 8,474 (2012) • Elevation: 6,201” • Median Home Price: $155,010 • Jan. Avg. Temp: 42°F • July Avg. Temp: 89°F Days of Sunshine: 310 • Avg. Rainfall: 13” per year • Avg. Snowfall: 33” per year 10 – Four Corners Real Estate Guide • Fall Edition • 2015

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Dolores

Population: 93 (2012) • Elevation: 6,936” • Median Home Price: $172,288 • Jan. Avg. Temp: 38°F July Avg. Temp: 87°F • Days of Sunshine: 321 • Avg. Rainfall: 13” per year • Avg. Snowfall: 42” per year

Dolores County

Mancos

Population: 1,341 (2012) • Elevation: 7,030” • Median Home Price: $190,653 Jan. Avg. Temp: 35°F • July Avg. Temp: 80°F • Days of Sunshine: 300 Avg. Rainfall: 17” per year • Avg. Snowfall: 57” per year Four Corners Real Estate Guide • Fall Edition • 2015 – 11