Welcome to your own slice of Colorado living in beautiful Hotchkiss. This inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is nestled on 3.6 acres, offering the perfect blend of privacy, space, and convenience. Just a short 3-minute drive from downtown, you’ll enjoy easy access to schools, shops, and local amenities—while still feeling tucked away in a peaceful, rural setting. The home features a comfortable and functional layout, ideal for everyday living or weekend getaways. Step outside and take in the wide-open views, and the natural beauty that surrounds you. With plenty of room to roam, build, or simply relax, the property offers endless potential for those looking to create something special. Whether you're dreaming of a mini farm, workshop, or a peaceful retreat, this versatile property is ready for your vision. Enjoy the quiet, the space, and the freedom to make it truly yours. Opportunities like this—close to town, yet with all the room you need—don’t come around often.
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Price cut: $5K (12/4)
$445,000
856 Short Road, Hotchkiss, CO 81419
3beds
1,750sqft
Est.:
Stick Built
Built in 1976
3.67 Acres Lot
$425,200 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wide-open viewsComfortable and functional layoutNatural beauty
- 80 days |
- 342 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 04, 2025 at 09:13am
Listed by:
Tammy Geisler 970-201-5691,
RE/MAX Mountain West, Inc. - Paonia
Source: CREN,MLS#: 829262
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Kitchen/Dining
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Stove Insert
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,750
- Total interior livable area: 1,750 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Irrigation Water, Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 3.67 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 324331413006
- Zoning description: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch Basement
- Property subtype: Stick Built
Materials
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stemwall, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Internet, Phone - Cell Reception, Propane-Tank Leased
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hotchkiss
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $254/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $287,868
- Annual tax amount: $1,257
- Date on market: 10/15/2025
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$425,200
$404,000 - $446,000
$1,892/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $445,000-1.1%$254/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000+32.4%$257/sqft |
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| 10/10/2022 | Sold | $340,000-1.4%$194/sqft |
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| 9/6/2022 | Price change | $345,000-1.4%$197/sqft |
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| 8/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $350,000+18.6%$200/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,211 +20.8% | $19,287 -13.7% |
| 2023 | $1,003 -0.9% | $22,341 +42.3% |
| 2022 | $1,012 | $15,701 -2.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,394/mo
Principal & interest
$2123
Home insurance
$156
Property taxes
$115
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 81419
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Hotchkiss Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Hotchkiss High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- NANorth Fork Montessori @ Crawford SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 8.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hotchkiss K-8
- Middle: Hotchkiss K-8
- High: North Fork High School
Source: CREN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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