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    981 Palisade Mountain Dr, Drake, CO 80515

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    $150,000

    LAND - Drake, CO

    Lot size:
    0.81 Acres
    Added:
    Jan 6, 2026
    Days on Market:
    151
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 7:06 pm

    Property Features for 981 Palisade Mountain Dr

    General Information

    Property type
    Land
    Property subtype
    Other
    Zoning
    O
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    R0466964
    Lot size
    0.81 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2024
    Tax Annual Amount
    1481

    Utilities

    Sewer type
    Septic Tank
    Water source
    Well

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    Listing Contact
    Steve Baumgaertner

    Listing agent Steve Baumgaertner

    Listing office C3 Real Estate Solutions, LLC 2720 Council Tree Ave, #178, Fort Collins, CO

    Listing date Jan 6, 2026

    MLS# 1049024 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 IRES MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Sweeping views of the Continental Divide, including Long's Peak and portions of the Never Summers.
    • High‑producing well already drilled and vault waste system approved for two bedrooms.
    • Electricity to the property and homesite graded with minimal prep required.
    • Ready‑to‑build site with utilities already in place (previous home lost in fire).
    • Easy access to outdoor recreation, including hiking, jeeping, and fishing.
    • Access to a private lake for fishing and non‑motorized boating.

    Overview

    This nearly one-acre mountain parcel in Drake, Colorado, features views of the Continental Divide, including Long's Peak and portions of the Never Summers. A high-producing well has been drilled, and a vault waste system approved for two bedrooms is installed. Electricity is available to the property, and the homesite has been graded. The property includes rock outcroppings and access to outdoor recreation. Nearby trails on Palisade and Storm Mountain provide opportunities for hiking, jeeping, and side-by-side riding. Trout fishing is available along the nearby Big Thompson River. Residents have access to a private lake for fishing and non-motorized boating. A home previously stood on the site but was lost in the Alexander Mountain Fire of 2024, leaving a ready-to-build site with utilities in place. The property is zoned O and is suited for a mountain retreat or a full-time residence.
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    City
    Drake
    County
    Larimer
    State
    Colorado
    Longitude
    -105.316901
    Latitude
    40.450704

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Residential land & home lot - Ready-to-build mountain parcel with utilities and recreational access.
    Where is this residential land & home lot located?
    The property is located at 981 Palisade Mountain Dr Drake, CO.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $150,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Sweeping views of the Continental Divide, including Long's Peak and portions of the Never Summers.; High‑producing well already drilled and vault waste system approved for two bedrooms.; Electricity to the property and homesite graded with minimal prep required.
    (970) 988-8725
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    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
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