Highway 285 Commercial Recreation
For Sale
$1,750,000
45835 Highway 285, Poncha Springs, CO 81242
49.5-acre commercial property with development potential on Highway 285.
Property Size1,800 SF
Lot Size49.50 Acres
Price / SF$972.22
Days on Market409
Property Features for 45835 Highway 285
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
1,800 SF
Lot size
49.50 Acres
Property subtype
Commercial/Industrial
Taxes and HOA fees
Annual Taxes
$9,251
Building Details
Year Built
2017
Listing Agency:
Century 21 Community First
(719) 539-6682
Listed By:
Jeff Post · License #40018515
(719) 539-6682
Source:
Exitrealty
Added: Jul 18, 2025
Changed: Aug 25
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 8:04AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Located on Highway 285 at the top of Poncha Pass, this 49.5-acre commercially zoned property offers high visibility and development potential. It has CDOT-approved access for 52 RV sites. Key infrastructure is already in place. The property currently supports an off-road rental and tour operation. The existing improvements include a 1,800 square foot finished office with a storefront entry, a private office, and two restrooms. There is also a 3,600 square foot heated steel-frame shop featuring a concrete slab, tall bay doors, a car lift, power, and a mezzanine for storage or expansion. The 1,800 square foot residence includes 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, vaulted ceilings, granite counters, and an open-concept layout. Utilities, a private well, and a septic system are already in place. The business may be negotiable with the right offer and currently operates snowmobile trips out of Cottonwood Pass and Marshall Pass, and ATV trips out of Marshall Pass, North Fork, Ute Trail, and Mineral Basin. Just 9 minutes from Poncha Springs and 17 minutes from downtown Salida, this site sits directly on a heavily trafficked recreation corridor connecting to Monarch Ski Area, O’Haver Lake, the Sand Dunes, multiple hot springs, and trailheads. It is ideal for a destination RV park, tourism or recreation business, live/work headquarters, or a hybrid commercial concept with room to grow. County approval is required to activate the RV site plan.
Key Highlights
- CDOT‑approved access for 52 RV sites on 49.5 commercially zoned acres.
- High‑visibility location on Highway 285** in a high‑traffic recreation corridor.
- Existing infrastructure includes utilities, private well, and septic system.
Property Analytics
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Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
173
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Demographics for 81242, CO
1,032
Population
536
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
100%
High-School Grad
20.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
50
Density / Sq Mi
$93,889
Median Household Income
$65,172
Median Earnings
$1,569
Median Rent
$479,000
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Commercial land - 49.5-acre commercial property with development potential on Highway 285.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 45835 Highway 285 Poncha Springs, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,750,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: CDOT‑approved access for **52 RV sites on 49.5 commercially zoned acres**.; High‑visibility location on Highway 285** in a high‑traffic recreation corridor.; Existing infrastructure includes utilities, private well, and septic system.
