$84,000
79 Sp••••• Way (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Bayfield, CO 81122
Property Description
A rare opportunity to build your Colorado dream home on one of the best available lots in Forest Lakes. Located in the lower section of the subdivision, this parcel on desirable Spruce Way offers convenient access while still providing the peace and quiet of mountain living, tucked away from the main roads with minimal traffic. This gently sloping, build-ready lot offers an ideal setting with a cleared area for a potential homesite, all four corners are marked, and utilities are available. Water and sewer taps are available from Forst Lakes Metro District, with electric located at the lot line-making the path to building your mountain retreat that much easier. Forest Lakes is a welcoming mountain community just 10 minutes north of downtown Bayfield, offering a balance of convenience and outdoor adventure. Residents enjoy access to 700 acres + of nearby BLM land, 160 acres of San Juan National Forest, community trails, a recreational lake, picnic areas, and a playground. Continue just a few minutes farther north to experience the beauty of Vallecito Reservoir, a true Southwest Colorado gem and gateway to endless recreation, including boating, fishing, hiking, and access into the Weminuche Wilderness. With its accessible location, available utilities, and excellent build potential, this lot is a standout opportunity to create your Colorado mountain lifestyle.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Land
- Status
- Active
- Listed
- Jun 21, 2026
- ZIP Code
- 81122
- Property Tax (2025)
- $677/yr
- Assessed Value
- $6,990
- County
- La Plata
- School District
- Bayfield 10 Jt-R School District
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Land Info
- Lot Description: Wooded Lot, Corners Marked
- Lot Size Acres: 0.43
- Topography: Sloped
- Lot Size Square Feet: 18731
Utilities
- Sewer: Sewer Tap Available
- Water Source: Tap Available
School Information
- Elementary School: Bayfield K-5
- High School: Bayfield 9-12
- Middle School: Bayfield 6-8
Other Property Info
- Source Listing Status: Active
- Tax Block: Subdivision: FOREST LAKES
- County: La Plata
- Current Use: Residential Single family
- Directions: North on CR 501 to Forest Lakes. Left on Forest Lakes drive, right on Mesa Drive, Left on Spruce Way, propertyis on the right.
- Tax Year: 2026
- Area: Bayfield Rural
- Source Neighborhood: Forest Lakes
- Parcel Number: 567502322005
- Subdivision: Forest Lakes
- Zoning Description: Residential Single Family
- Property Subtype: Residential
Homeowners Association
- Association: No
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 0
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2026 | Listed | $84,000 | - |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Listing removed | - | - |
| Oct 7, 2024 | Sold | $65,000 | - |
| Jul 28, 2024 | Listed | $79,000 | - |
| Aug 8, 2016 | Listing removed | $14,500 | - |
| Aug 7, 2016 | Listed | $14,500 | - |
| Apr 29, 2009 | Listing removed | $38,500 | - |
| Apr 25, 2009 | Relisted | $38,500 | - |
| Feb 21, 2009 | Listing removed | $38,500 | - |
| Oct 28, 2008 | Listed | $38,500 | - |
Property Tax History
| Year | Tax | Assessed | Land | Building | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $677 | $6,990 | $6,990 | - | $25,880 |
| 2024 | $1,497 | $6,990 | $6,990 | - | $25,880 |
| 2023 | $1,318 | $14,300 | $14,300 | - | $51,250 |
| 2022 | $400 | $4,210 | $4,210 | - | $14,510 |
| 2021 | $403 | $4,210 | $4,210 | - | $14,510 |
| 2020 | $395 | $4,210 | $4,210 | - | $14,510 |
| 2019 | $388 | $4,210 | $4,210 | - | $14,510 |
| 2018 | $397 | $4,360 | $4,360 | - | $15,050 |
| 2017 | $398 | $4,360 | $4,360 | - | $15,050 |
| 2016 | $103 | $1,130 | $1,130 | - | $3,910 |
| 2015 | $86 | $1,080 | $1,080 | - | $3,720 |
| 2014 | $114 | $1,420 | $1,420 | - | $4,900 |
Nearby Schools
- Bayfield High School5.8 mi
Public · High · Grades 9-12
- Bayfield Middle School5.9 mi
Public · Middle · Grades 6-8
- Bayfield Elementary School6.9 mi
Public · Elementary · Grades 3-5
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Lat 37.32541 · Lng -107.60858