3 Highway 285 Nathrop, CO 81236

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Listing agency Engel & Völkers Denver D***@engelvoelkers.com Show Phone

Listed by Bo Palazola Show Phone

Added: Oct 6, 2025 Updated: Jul 22 at 3:02PM Checked: Jul 23 at 12:06AM

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Based on property information with market context.

This is a 23.41-acre ranch land opportunity in E Bar Ranch with the property backing to the Arkansas River and Rainbow rock. The offering is described as a “founders opportunity” for a custom ranch home on the river, with brand new construction indicated as breaking ground now.

The property is presented as located just outside Buena Vista, Colorado, in Chaffee County. Access is described as available by car, and an on-site private airstrip is noted as being two miles away.

Offered for sale as waterfront and recreation land, the parcel is positioned to provide direct adjacency to the Arkansas River setting emphasized in the remarks.

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Waterfront Land - Ranchette-sized land in E Bar Ranch backing the Arkansas River and Rainbow rock.

Where is this waterfront land located?

The property is located at 3 Highway 285 Nathrop, CO.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $6,540,500.