This is the quintessential Colorado mountain home! 40 acres of quiet and privacy with majestic mountain views. Enjoy the south facing wraparound deck all year round and take in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range and Colorado sun. The home features soaring windows in the open great room and kitchen. New fridge, cook top, double oven and dishwasher! A generous loft above for extra living space/office/guest/home gym. Primary suite on the main floor as well as secondary bedroom, bath and laundry. Downstairs you'll find a mother-in-law unit with large bedroom, accessible bathroom, new kitchen, and a wonderful sun room and patio. The lower level has interior and exterior access. No covenants! The area around the home has been cleared of trees for fire mitigation There is also a greenhouse and an oversized one car detached garage with ample space for workshop. Attached to the home is a two car garage. Residents of Howard may choose between Salida and Cotopaxi school districts. Adjacent 40 acres are also available for sale. Near the Arkansas River and Salida, this property is a gem!
Cozy Passive Solar Home with Beautiful Mountain Views! Welcome home to a thoughtfully designed home that perfectly blends comfort, style, and sustainability. This charming property features a unique passive solar design, ensuring energy efficiency and a warm, inviting atmosphere year-round. Step inside and find an open floor plan from the kitchen, living and dining areas with wire brushed birch hardwood floors and a wood stove for additional heat. The primary bedroom is on the main floor with a large walk in closet. The primary bath has south western accents including the sink, tile and more. It's a five piece bath and includes a steam shower. Downstairs is a walkout basement where you'll find two bedrooms and full bath and a pellet stove for supplemental heat. This home is all electric except for the propane gas range. Home has a Steffes brand electric forced air heating system. Enjoy relaxing on the wrap-around deck, where you can soak in the 360-degree mountain views that surround you. A spring-fed, year-round creek runs through the property, enhancing the tranquil ambiance of your outdoor living. Property has an in house well with an augmentation certificate. Large two car detached garage.
Rancher home right on the river! It is tough to find property with such prime access to the Arkansas River, but this one has almost 400 feet of riverfront right off the back deck! The home itself is a nicely updated three bed, two bath home with tile floors throughout. All of the living area is spacious and inviting. There is a wood stove in the living room with big windows to take it the western view, and new cabinets and appliances in the kitchen. Storage is plentiful with the three car detached garage. Outside, the yard around the home has been carefully landscaped with fencing for privacy and different features to enjoy. The side yard has a flagstone patio, a water pond, and a garden area. The back yard has an expansive deck with a pergola that overlooks an incredible view of the river and the hills of Howard. Across the river is a lot of private land and BLM. There isn't much risk of having a neighbor build right on the other side of the water. It lends to open views and peaceful living. Access to all of the public land is very close by! Kerr Gulch is only a few feet down the highway and offers miles of trails and mountain recreation. Howard is a quick 20 minutes to Salida and about 45 minutes to Canon City. There is a school bus that runs to the Salida schools and amenities are close by. This is a special property in a remarkable spot and we are excited to show you around!
River property with horse facility in Fremont County. This is a lush, level lot with awesome Arkansas River frontage. The home is a stucco ranch with five bedrooms and two bathrooms. A lot of character remains from the original construction, but a lot of the house has been updated too. The main living area is in the middle with the bedrooms tucked to either side of the house. It's a friendly floorplan with a lot of built in storage nooks and plenty of windows overlooking the yard and view. Outside has been wonderfully landscaped with a large deck covered by a pergola, a fenced off play area, and of course the scenic grass pasture. The lawn is spacious with plenty of trees scattered around for ample shade and extra privacy. There is over 1,000 feet of private river frontage for you to enjoy year round. This property is also ready for horses with a classic red barn that includes a two tack rooms, three Preifert stalls, and an additional enclosed feed room. The pasture includes two open fronted sheds for the animals and there is an 8x12 chicken coop with a large run. On the property is a Growing Spaces dome that is 26' in circumference with plenty of room and year round growing conditions for an abundant garden. The detached garage/shop is about 800 sqft of more storage or workshop space which will come in handy for all of your homesteading and maintenance tools. All of this is located about 20 minutes from Salida and easy access to Canon City too. A lot of boxes are checked with this one and we are excited to schedule a private tour with you. All buyers must be prequalified and listing agent present at all showings.
Large lot with gorgeous views in a great location in Howard, Colorado, with very easy access and only minutes to the town of Salida with lots of things to do, restaurants, and shops. You are minutes away from many mountain recreational activities such as hiking, biking, 4-wheeling, and a very short distance from the Arkansas River. The main building has a heated attached garage and another detached garage/workshop that is also heated, just steps away. There is a very large front room with 2 rooms being used as bedrooms. The laundry room and bathroom are just right off of the kitchen. The property has a 950 sq ft mobile home that has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathroooms with its own fenced in yard. This lot has all kinds of possibilities and with the location, its a gem!
Nestled at the foot of the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains and just steps from the pristine waters of the Arkansas River, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle of unparalleled beauty and adventure. When you look out your windows be prepared to be enchanted by the sight of wildlife roaming freely in your front yard creating a serene and picturesque setting that feels like a scene from a postcard. Whether its deer grazing peacefully or colorful birds fluttering about, every moment here is a testament to the magic of mountain living. Step inside to discover a warm and inviting sanctuary that blends rustic charm with modern amenities. The interior has an open living concept with a spacious living area and large windows that frame breathtaking mountain views. A cozy woodstove provides not only heat but a area where you can gather with loved ones on chilly evenings. The heart of the home is the kitchen which has granite countertops along with ample storage space. Enjoy your meals in the adjacent dining area where you can watch deer graze in the front yard. The sliding glass doors open to reveal the expansive patio and BBQ area, perfect for dining and entertaining with your friends against a backdrop of mountainous beauty! Retreat to the primary suite, complete with an ensuite bathroom and private access to the patio. Outside, the adventure continues with a large 28x40 shop with 10-foot ceilings providing ample space for all your recreational toys and hobbies. Whether you're a car enthusiast, woodworker, or outdoor adventurer, this versatile space offers endless possibilities. This home is located just 20 minutes from the vibrant town of Salida with easy access to a wealth of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Monarch Ski Area is approximately 45 minutes away with skiing and snowboarding all winter long.
This renovated church property in beautiful Howard, Colorado features a commercially augmented well and 6.38 acres of land. The home has been diligently renovated and its 3,720 square feet provide plenty of room to enjoy everything the property has to offer. The main living area is open and spacious with high beamed ceilings. The kitchen area features Alder cabinets, granite counters and large appliances and a water softener which services the entire home. The flooring in this kitchen/dining/living grand open area is bamboo and beautifully compliments the space. Five zones of hot water baseboard heat and a Lopi Endeavor wood stove heats everywhere and updated Millgard windows bring views of the Twin Sister peaks and Hayden Pass. There are four bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom and all are spacious enough for king size beds. An additional 3/4 bath is located in the hallway with another ¼ bath in the laundry room (Utility sink & Urinal). There is also a spacious room that can be used for a workshop, studio, or small commercial business as it has a separate entrance and 220 amps. A radon mitigation system is in place to ensure clean air. The outside is just as special as the inside with a total of eight irrigated fruit trees (three apple, two peach, two cherry and one pear), and a nice garden area that is also irrigated. Two exterior sheds, an outside spigot for vehicle washing and two porch awnings make this property a true value for the price! Only 15 minutes to Salida on a county/state maintained road. Most of the furniture is negotiable and the riding lawnmower is included in the sale.
Large, country home with lots of natural light, incredible mountain and rock outcropping views, and 3 detached garage/shops. Two level home with drive up access to either level. Floor plan allows for plenty of privacy for family and guests. Lots of storage. Both levels exploit the southern exposure and tremendous views with many windows and sliding glass doors accessing the wrap around deck and lower covered patio. The home can be operated on or off grid. (2) two car garages just under 500 sf each with electricity and room for storage. One oversized, 1200 sf detached, 3 bay garage with room for work shop and lots of storage. The lot has many interesting rock outcroppings and a few foundation remnants of the historic townsite of Calcite. Very private location toward the end of maintained County Road 4. Lot borders considerable BLM on the NW corner. Up CR 4 about a mile is National Forest and access to The Rainbow Trail, Stout Lake, and an open unit. Salida is just 30 minutes away. Here's a cool video of the site and surrounding views. https://youtu.be/mcRyp2mhbQ4?si=FHhU3hodeCujpdiU
The median home value in Howard, CO is $525,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $315,500. The national median home value is $338,100. The average price of homes sold in Howard, CO is $525,000. Approximately 58.93% of Howard homes are owned, compared to 14.64% rented, while 26.43% are vacant. Howard real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Howard real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Howard, Colorado has a population of 962. Howard is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 32.47% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.17%.
The median household income in Howard, Colorado is $54,706. The median household income for the surrounding county is $53,411 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Howard is 39.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 83 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 9.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 10 inches per year, with 46.1 inches of snow per year.