# 16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/3ba single family, $905,000 ($387/sqft), built 2002, 2,338 sqft.
> Solar. Est. $3,922/mo. Listed 125 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $905,000 |
| Price/sqft | $387 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 half |
| Square Feet | 2,338 |
| Year Built | 2002 |
| Lot Size | 1,524,600 sqft (35.00 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Other) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 125 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Solar Panels** - Reduced energy costs

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $3,922 |
| **Total** | **$3,922** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Custer County
- **Middle:** Custer County
- **High:** Custer County

## Key Amenities

- Solar

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2002
- 35.00 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Discover the ultimate Colorado mountain living on 35 secluded acres in Wetmore, CO. This two-story mountain-style home offers 2,338 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, blending rustic charm with modern comfort. Built in 2002, it's ideal as a full-time residence or mountain retreat.The primary suite opens to a wrap-around deck with sweeping Wet Mountain views. Inside, a wood-burning stove creates a cozy cabin atmosphere perfect for year-round enjoyment.The forested, partially fenced property features a covered patio, professionally designed shooting range, RV hookups, an orchard, and access to nearby BLM land for hiking, hunting, and wildlife viewing. Additional amenities include a detached heated entertainment building with electricity and plumbing, plus a renovated playhouse.Energy-efficient features include an island kitchen with high-performance appliances, radiant in-floor heating, solar power, and a 17KW backup generator. Located just minutes from Westcliffe, Colorado, with access to medical services, a regional airport, and endless outdoor recreation near the Great Sand Dunes and Arkansas River.

## Location

- **Address:** 16679 Highway 96, Wetmore, CO 81253
- **County:** Custer
- **Coordinates:** 38.1694462, -105.1875201
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=38.1694462,-105.1875201

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Jackie Shepherd
- **Brokerage:** Wapiti Ranch Realty and Auction LLC
- **Phone:** 7197839052
- **Email:** jackie@wapitiranchrealty.com

## Primary Photo

![16679 Highway 96 - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/3b0097edc9ea748a4666d892fafe2d1el-f1587804672r.jpg)

*35 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/16679-highway-96-wetmore-co-81253-2517768)*

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**MLS#:** 2517768 | **Updated:** 2026-06-18
**Source:** listhub

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