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$895,000

540 County Road 356 Westcliffe, CO 81252

3 beds
2 full
2,754 sqft
35.6 acres
$325 / sqft
House

Property details

About 540 County Road 356

Welcome to the log home of your dreams—where rustic elegance meets modern comfort on 35.58 breathtaking acres in the scenic mountain town of Westcliffe, Colorado. Known for its internationally recognized dark skies, Westcliffe offers unmatched stargazing and a tranquil lifestyle. This custom-built 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath log home is surrounded by serene groves of aspen trees and towering pines, creating a peaceful retreat with unmatched privacy. Step inside to a spacious great room with vaulted ceilings, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and panoramic mountain views that change with the seasons. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with sleek black stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a large island, and a whole-house water purification system for ultimate convenience and comfort. Enjoy the Colorado outdoors from any of the three large covered porches—ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or watching abundant local wildlife. A stunning handcrafted log staircase leads to a bright loft with natural sunlight, while the primary suite offers a cozy sitting area or home office with private access to its own covered porch. Downstairs, the walkout basement features a second living space with a warm gas fireplace, a spacious bedroom, and a generous walk-in closet. Double doors open directly to the beautiful natural surroundings. This property also includes a leveled 30x40 site with electric, water, and septic already in place—perfect for a future barn, garage, or workshop. RV-ready and adventure-equipped, this mountain home has it all.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Propane, Wood
StatusActive
Size2,754 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size35.58 Acres
Year built2020
MLS #9662253
ViewMountain(s)

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Wood
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $895,000
  • Price/SqFt: $324
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,794
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Wooded
  • Year Built: 2020
  • Living Area: 2,754 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 35.58 Acres
  • MLS Number: 9662253
  • MLS Name: RoyalGorge
  • Office Name: Uc Wapiti Ranch Realty & Auction Llc
  • Office Phone: (719) 783-9052
  • Listing Agent: Jackie J. Shepherd

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$47,500$2,794
2022$29,680$1,911
2021$29,680$1,961
2020$290$18
2019$290$18
2018$280$18
2017$69$17

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Fremont Elementary School

Public District KG-5

20.8 mi

500 W 5th St

6

Lincoln School of Science And Technology

Public District KG-5

21.4 mi

420 Myrtle Ave

5

Washington Elementary School

Public District KG-5

22.5 mi

606 N 9th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $52,465. The majority of Westcliffe, CO residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
53%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
51%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • HuntingHunting
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Dollar GeneralDollar General
  • DillardsDillards
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ApplebeesApplebees
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Hardee'sHardee's

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • GMCGMC

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Classic CountryClassic Country
  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 540 County Road 356

The listing price of 540 County Road 356 property is $895,000.

The property 540 County Road 356 is a house located in Westcliffe, Colorado, 81252.

Active Listing: 540 County Road 356 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 540 County Road 356 are: Fremont Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln School of Science And Technology (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Custer County Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Canon City Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Canon Exploratory School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Custer County High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Fremont High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Canon City High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,794 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 540 County Road 356 has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 540 County Road 356 is 2,754 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 540 County Road 356 is 2020.

This home is located at 540 County Road 356 in Westcliffe, CO and zip code 81252. This 2,754 square foot home, which was built in 2020, sits on a 35.58 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $895,000.

Over 0 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Westcliffe, CO. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Westcliffe, CO real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.6%. Listings spent 30 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $461,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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