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#3571278, Kimberlee Salimeno, Listing office: Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty
#3613734·
Listing office: United Country Wapiti Ranch Realty and Auction LLC·
Listing agent: Jackie Shepherd·
Listing office phone: 719-783-9052
$895,000 List price
540 County Road 356 Westcliffe, CO 81252
3 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,754 sqft
35.6 acres
$325 / sqft
House
Property details
About 540 County Road 356
Discover your dream mountain retreat with this spectacular custom log home nestled on 35.58 private acres in scenic Westcliffe, Colorado—renowned for its pristine dark skies, perfect for stargazing. Surrounded by towering pines and tranquil groves of aspen trees, this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home offers the ideal blend of rustic charm and modern comfort. Step inside the spacious great room, where vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace create the perfect space to relax and enjoy breathtaking mountain views. The modern kitchen is a chef’s delight, featuring granite countertops, a central island, sleek black stainless appliances, and a whole-house water purification system for added convenience. With three expansive covered porches and large decks, this home is made for outdoor entertaining, wildlife watching, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings. The beautifully crafted log staircase leads to a bright loft area, perfect as a reading nook, creative space, or additional sleeping area. The luxurious master suite includes a versatile sitting area—ideal for a home office—with direct access to a private covered porch. Downstairs, the walk-out basement offers a spacious bedroom with a walk-in closet, a gas fireplace for cozy warmth, and double doors leading directly outside. For future expansion, a 30x40 leveled site is already in place with electric, water, and septic hookups—ideal for building a barn, garage, or workshop. This property is also RV-ready, making it a versatile mountain getaway or full-time residence.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size2,754 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size35.58 Acres
Year built2020
ParkingCircular Driveway
MLS #3613734
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Circular Driveway
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $895,000
- Price/SqFt: $324
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,794
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: From Westcliffe, head east on Hwy 96 for 12.3 miles to CR341. Make a right onto CR 341 and follow around for another 7.6 miles to a left onto CR 328 then a right onto CR 356. Go another .6 miles and property is on the right.
- Year Built: 2020
- Living Area: 2,754 SqFt
- Lot Size: 35.58 Acres
- MLS Number: 3613734
- MLS Name: RECOLORADO
- Office Name: United Country Wapiti Ranch Realty and Auction LLC
- Office Phone: (719) 783-9052
- Listing Agent: Jackie Shepherd
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property 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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $52,465. Residents of Westcliffe, CO typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The majority of 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 Skating
Hunting
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Applebees
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Oldsmobile
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
News/Talk/Information
Oldies
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 2 full and 1 half 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 July 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $895,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Westcliffe, CO there were more than 0 sold above asking price, over 3 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. Between May and June 2025, Westcliffe, CO real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.6%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 30 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $461,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.