27077 Us Highway 50, Cotopaxi, CO, 81223
About This Home
Located in Big Horn Sheep Canyon between Cañon City and Salida, Colorado, this rustic yet chic space offers great potential for business and mountain living. This versatile property is the perfect balance of breathtaking Arkansas River views and privacy, while being positioned perfectly to welcome tourists traveling on Highway 50. Surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest, Public Land and Bureau of Land Management land, enjoy your own tranquil piece of Southern Colorado. Turn your passion into a business while you reside comfortably in your dream home below. Enjoy the river, biking, hiking and camping right outside your door while introducing a spectacular experience for future customers. This property was completely remodeled and refreshed in 2023, including a new roof, new stucco, all new interior drywall, electrical, HVAC systems, flooring, paint, and so much more. This rare, move-in ready business opportunity along the Arkansas River is zoned as rural highway business with flexibility for future investors. Zoning allows for a wide variety of business opportunities to include food service, retail, rental/services, liquor sales, short term rentals along with potential for future expansion on the Arkansas River. The ideal location for your next business venture and river adventure!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Materials
- Construction materials: Stucco,Concrete,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Features
- Window features: Double Pane Windows
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Fireplace features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Central
- Cooling features: Central Air,See Remarks
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 5,170
- Total interior livable area: 5,170 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 78001260
Features
- Waterfront features: Spring/Pond/Lake,Stream/Creek
Lot
- Lot size: 1.23 Acres
- Features: Backs to Open Space,Borders BLM,Borders Natl Forest,See Remarks
Parking
- Parking features: None
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
- Lightning
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- 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 | $4,040 | $48,480 |
| Home Insurance * | $570 | $6,840 |
| Property Taxes | $239 | $2,868 |
| Electricity | $390 | $4,683 |
| Total | $5,239 | $62,868 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-14 | Price change | $799,000 |
| 2026-01-14 | Price change | $829,000 |
| 2025-11-10 | Price change | $949,000 |
| 2025-08-22 | Price change | $985,000 |
| 2025-06-03 | Price change | $1,050,000 |
| 2025-05-07 | Price change | $1,195,000 |
| 2025-03-14 | Listed for sale | $1,290,000 |
| 2022-06-30 | Sold | $962,794 |
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