47561 Private Road 30, Limon, CO, 80828

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Discover a truly exceptional opportunity to acquire a historic and highly diversified farming and ranching operation in Elbert County, Colorado. Held and carefully stewarded by the same family for more than 130 years, this expansive property represents a rare blend of legacy, productivity, and natural beauty. The ranch encompasses 2,634.79± acres of cropland and 3,052± acres of native grassland, offering outstanding versatility for row crop production, grazing, and long-term land investment. FSA base acres include 1,054.13 acres of wheat with a 28 bushel yield and 233.41 acres of corn with a 38 bushel yield, with all future FSA payments to follow the crops pursuant to FSA regulations. Seller will retain 100% of the 2026 wheat crop. The landscape features level to gently rolling terrain, live water, spring-fed ponds, and abundant wildlife habitat, with frequent sightings of mule deer and pronghorn. Improvements include three residences, substantial grain storage, and two well-equipped shops that support a fully functioning agricultural enterprise. From nearly every vantage point, enjoy sweeping views of Pikes Peak, adding a remarkable scenic element to daily ranch operations. Location: From the intersection of HWY 71 in Limon, go south 16 miles just past mile marker #85, west on CO RD 2N for 3 miles, south 4 miles on CO RD 197, then west 11/2 miles to headquarters. Legal: All of Sections 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 32 except SW/4SW/4, 33, and 34 in T12 R57; NW/4NW/4 of Section 4-13-57; and NE/4NE/4, N/2NW/4NE/4, N/2NE/4NW/4 of Section 5-13-57, all in Elbert County, Colorado. Possession of improvements will be at closing, with possession of grass and cropland acres at closing subject to tenant's rights, if any. Seller will reserve one-half of the existing owned mineral rights perpetually. Taxes for 2026 will be prorated to the date of closing (2025 taxes were $9,573.68). Properties of this scale, history, and diversity seldom become available, presenting a rare opportunity to secure a legacy agricultural holding in eastern Colorado.