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5540 E Hwy 50

Salida, CO 81201

3 beds
2 baths
2,160 sqft
~12 acre lot
$601 per sqft
1995 build
– on site

Here’s a solid opportunity to elevate your lifestyle and enjoy peace, solitude and privacy at a treed, 11.5 acre setting that’s only 5 minutes from the conveniences and adventures of Salida. The stunning mountain retreat offers a 3bd/2ba, 2160sf home that currently operates as a vacation rental, produces considerable income and has NO HOA and NO covenants. The property has stalls and paddocks, a tack shed and is zoned for 4 horses/livestock. Additionally, it borders BLM land and has direct access to trails like Little Rainbow and Race Track. Outdoor amenities include an infrared SAUNA, 3 decks, horseshoe pits, fire-pit, 6.5 fenced acres for livestock and massive spaces to stargaze, relax or build more structures. Inside, each room affords stellar views of majestic mountains and pristine nature, truly beckoning then embracing all who are fortunate to experience it. Offered fully equipped as a turn-key, income producing vacation rental, this property is ideal for 2nd homeowners, investors seeking an existing revenue stream or full-time residents craving a quiet, mountain lifestyle close to Salida’s amenities.

Listing courtesy of First Colorado Land Office, Inc.

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 18, 2025 •

MLS# 2720006 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1995
Construction Materials:

Frame
Building Area Total:

2160
Building Area Source:

Public Records
Structure Type:

House
Roof:

Metal
Levels:

Two
Basement:

false
Architectural Style:

Mountain Contemporary
Direction Faces:

South
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Barbecue, Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered, Deck, Front Porch
Window Features:

Window Treatments
Security Features:

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Above Grade Finished Area:

2160
Property Attached:

false

Interior

Interior Features:

Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Sauna, Smoke Free, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Furnished:

Furnished
Flooring:

Wood
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Sink, In Unit, Laundry Closet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2160

Financial & Terms

Ownership:

Individual
Possession:

Negotiable, See Remarks

Location

Latitude:

38.51219391
Longitude:

-105.9855249

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

R380709300055
Zoning:

Residential Rural
Lot Number:

Track 1
Lot Features:

Borders Public Land, Level, Many Trees, Near Ski Area, Secluded, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Subdividable
Lot Size Area:

11.53
Lot Size Acres:

11.53
Lot Size SqFt:

502,246 Sqft
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Exclusions:

Personal Items
View:

Mountain(s)
Fencing:

Partial
Horse:

true
Horse Amenities:

Paddocks, Tack Room, Well Allows For
Vegetation:

Brush, Mixed, Natural State, Pinon Pines, Thinned, Wooded, Xeriscaping
Road Responsibility:

Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type:

Private Road, Shared Drive, Year Round
Road Surface Type:

Dirt

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$3,508

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Main Level Bedrooms:

2
Upper Level Bedrooms:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2
Main Level Baths:

1
Upper Level Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://book.emeraldrealestatemedia.com/5540-E-HWY-50
Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2:

https://book.emeraldrealestatemedia.com/5540-E-HWY-50/idx
Home Warranty:

false

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Connected, Internet Access (Wired), Propane
Electric:

110V, 220 Volts
Sewer:

Septic Tank
Well Type:

Irrigation
Water Included:

Yes
Water Source:

Private, Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener

Schools

Elementary School:

Longfellow
Elementary School District:

Salida R-32
Middle Or Junior School:

Salida
Middle Or Junior School District:

Salida R-32
High School:

Salida
High School District:

Salida R-32

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None
Association:

false
Senior Community:

false
Spa Features:

Bath
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK, Dogs OK

Parking

Parking Total:

11
Parking Features:

Unpaved
Attached Garage:

false
RV Spaces:

4

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,299,222

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,956
Taxes	$292
Insurance	$357
Utilities	$153 See report
Total	$7,758/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in CO 81201 is currently for sale for $1,299,222. 5540 E Hwy 50 is a 2,160 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 62 days. This house is in the attendance area of Horizons Exploratory Academy, Longfellow Elementary School, Salida Middle School, and Salida High School.

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