12000 County Road 743, Gunnison, CO, 81230
About This Home
Find Your Private Mountain Escape at 12000 County Road 743 Discover your ultimate back-country retreat and hunting paradise at this stunning off-grid oasis perched high on a mostly level, wooded 40-acre parcel. Enjoy breathtaking 360-degree mountain-top views of Fossil Ridge, the majestic West Elks, and the sweeping Gunnison Valley that will take your breath away from the moment you arrive. This beautifully constructed 2,400+ sq ft home features 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, thoughtfully designed to capture incredible vistas of Fossil Ridge on one side and the expansive Gunnison Valley on the other. The craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail shine throughout — quality you truly have to experience in person. Property Highlights Include: • Privacy & Setting: Situated so no neighboring buildings can be built in sight, ensuring unmatched seclusion and serenity. • Outbuildings: Sauna/generator building, equipment shed, and a spacious detached garage/workshop/man cave complete with its own custom outhouse — perfect for additional rustic living space, hobbies, or storage. • Equestrian/Livestock Ready: Corral for horses or cattle. • Off-Grid Capability: Well-equipped for self-sufficient living in a spectacular setting. This property sits in a hunter’s dream location, just minutes from prime big game hunting in GMU 55 — home to trophy mule deer, elk, bear, moose, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats. Many of these species have been spotted right on or from the property itself. World-class fishing is also nearby at the Taylor River, Gunnison River, and Blue Mesa Reservoir. Considered a seasonal gem located 48 minutes from Gunnison above Almont, the property remains accessible year-round with the proper vehicle or machine. Seller will include a Jeep Wrangler and 2 snowmobiles for the right offer! Whether you're seeking a private getaway, hunting basecamp, or off-grid homestead, this rare offering delivers it all. The views, quality construction, and thoughtful features can only be fully appreciated during a personal tour. Schedule your private showing today and experience the magic for yourself. An additional adjacent vacant 40 acres with its own well is available. Updated pictures coming soon!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1997
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Stick Built
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Basement-dug out,Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Part Furnished,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Sauna
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating
- Heating features: Boiler
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,428
- Total interior livable area: 2,428 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 351900000143
- Zoning description: Residential Single Family
- Horse amenities: Corral(s)
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Valley
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 40 Acres
- Features: Wooded,Off Grid
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Avalanche
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $6,067 | $72,804 |
| Home Insurance * | $93 | $1,116 |
| Property Taxes | $310 | $3,720 |
| Electricity | $186 | $2,232 |
| Total | $6,656 | $79,872 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-23 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000 |
| 2022-03-30 | Sold | $1,100,000 |
| 2021-05-28 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
| 2021-01-19 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2018-07-27 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000 |
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