490 Cactus Drive, Canon City, CO 81212

Canon City
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Kenney & Company
490 Cactus Drive,Canon City, CO 81212
$495,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,144 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: dawn brooks-white
Office: real broker, llc. dba real
MLS#:8751896
Source:ML

Price summary

  • Price:$495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$432.69

About this home

Welcome to your Cactus Mountain basecamp, where wide-open skies, privacy, and functionality come together on 35+ acres bordering BLM land—providing direct access to thousands of acres right out your back door. At approximately 6,500 feet in elevation, enjoy Colorado’s four-season climate with moderate temperatures, expansive views, and plenty of usable ground. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features warm wood finishes, an open layout, and a pellet stove that adds comfort and efficiency—well-suited for full-time living or a weekend retreat. Built with self-reliance in mind, the property includes a domestic well along with a cistern system, paid solar, and wiring in place for a backup generator, offering flexibility and peace of mind. The improvements truly set this property apart. A 30x40 Cleary building with heat and a bathroom provides excellent space for a workshop, storage, or projects. Full RV hookups make it easy to host guests or create additional living options. A chicken coop...

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Home facts

  • Year built:2008
  • Listing ID #:8751896

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Flooring:Tile, Wood
  • Kitchen Description:Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Living area:1,144 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Heating:Baseboard, Electric, Pellet Stove, Propane

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Metal
  • Year built:2008
  • Building area:1,144 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:35.09 Acres
  • Lot Features:Borders Public Land, Many Trees, Mountainous, Sloped
  • Construction Materials:Concrete, Frame, Log, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Covered, Deck, Front Porch
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Canon City
  • Middle school:Canon City
  • Elementary school:Lincoln School of Science and Technology

Utilities

  • Water:Well
  • Sewer:Septic Tank

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$432.69
  • Tax amount:$1,869 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:4
  • Parking description:220 Volts, Concrete Driveway, Exterior Access Door, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Lighted, Oversized, Oversized Door, RV Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:4
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