# 253 Nels Drive, Cotopaxi, CO 81223

> **TL;DR:** 3bd/2ba single family, $550,000 ($261/sqft), built 2023, 2,108 sqft.
> Fireplace. Est. $2,581/mo.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $550,000 |
| Price/sqft | $261 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 2,108 |
| Year Built | 2023 |
| Lot Size | 240,016 sqft (5.51 acres) |
| Stories | 1 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 0 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $2,383 |
| HOA | $198 |
| **Total** | **$2,581** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2023
- 5.51 acre lot
- 2 parking spaces
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Perfectly planned and impeccably executed, this stunning mountain retreat offers modern luxury, thoughtful design, and wide-open space to breathe. Built just two years ago, the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 2,108 sq. ft. home sits on 5.51 serene acres large timber entry arch and showcases quality craftsmanship throughout. The open-concept floor plan is anchored by a beautifully designed kitchen featuring an impressive center island-ideal for gathering, entertaining, or everyday living. Nine-foot ceilings with elegant crown molding and durable LVP flooring throughout enhance the home's upscale yet comfortable feel. Designed for both functionality and self-sufficiency, the property includes a stamped contcrete patio perfect for entertaining, metal ProPanel roof, a 500-gallon owned propane tank, and a concrete generator pad with a gas line already in place for a Generac system. The private well reaches 325 feet and supplies an impressive 1,100-gallon cistern, while a Rinnai tankless on-demand water heater ensures endless hot water. Outdoor and hobby enthusiasts will appreciate the exceptional outbuildings: - A 30' x 40' shop wired for 220v with its own 100-amp breaker, complete with an 11,000-lb two-post car lift that stays with the property - A detached 24' x 24' two-car garage with 110v and its own 100-amp breaker, with the option to convert to 220v - RV carport, RV dump, and solar-powered entrance lighting All appliances are included, making this home truly move-in ready: Samsung induction range, Samsung dishwasher, Cosmo refrigerator/freezer, Whirlpool microwave, and a GE stacked washer and dryer. This is a rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully designed mountain property that seamlessly blends luxury, practicality, and room to roam-perfect as a full-time residence, retreat, or basecamp for adventure.

## Location

- **Address:** 253 Nels Drive, Cotopaxi, CO 81223
- **County:** Fremont
- **Coordinates:** 38.399497, -105.505775
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=38.399497,-105.505775

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Jennifer M. Vernetti
- **Brokerage:** EXIT Elevation Realty
- **Phone:** 7193711231
- **Email:** jenvernetti@gmail.com

## Primary Photo

![253 Nels Drive - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/36df04bd2175e46ebab569515bb181e1l-f1532327145r.jpg)

*50 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/253-nels-drive-cotopaxi-co-81223-8035224)*

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**MLS#:** 8035224 | **Updated:** 2026-04-24
**Source:** listhub

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