c.1918 Colorado Home W/ Detached Garage on 7 Acres $820K

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to acquire this remarkable property! Boasting 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a well-appointed kitchen, spacious living and family rooms, as well as a master suite with a sunroom, this home offers unparalleled comfort and style. Additional features include forced air and central air systems, a Generac generator, and more.

Pros of Living in Haxtun, CO

1. High Safety & Strong Community Bonds

   • Haxtun boasts exceptionally low crime rates, making it a place where residents comfortably leave doors unlocked and know their neighbors by name. Community life revolves around school events, civic organizations, and local volunteer initiatives.

2. Affordable Housing & Low Cost of Living

   • Compared to Colorado’s Front Range (Denver, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs), housing in Haxtun is very budget-friendly. The median home price typically ranges between $150,000 and $200,000, allowing buyers to acquire single-family homes with generous yard space for modest costs.

3. Strong Local School Pride

   • The Haxtun School District (serving K-12 in a centralized campus) is a focal point of the town. Class sizes are small, teacher-to-student ratios are favorable, and community support for “Fightin’ Bulldogs” athletics and extracurricular activities is exceptionally high.

4. Exceptional Local Healthcare Facility

   • Unlike many towns of under 1,000 residents, Haxtun is home to the Haxtun Health system, which includes a critical-access hospital, extended care facility, and medical clinic. Having direct access to primary care, emergency services, and physical therapy in town is a major asset for families and retirees.

5. Peaceful High Plains Setting

   • For those who appreciate wide-open skies, dark starry nights, and minimal traffic, Haxtun offers quiet, uninterrupted country living.

Cons of Living in Haxtun, CO

1. Extreme Geographic & Commercial Isolation

   • Haxtun is isolated from major urban centers. Daily goods and specialized services require traveling to larger regional hubs:

     • Sterling, CO: ~35 minutes west (closest hub for Walmart, major farm equipment, and regional services)

     • Julesburg, CO / I-76: ~20 minutes northeast

     • Denver Metro / DIA Airport: ~2.5 to 3 hours southwest

2. Sparse Economy Outside Agriculture

   • The local job market is tied heavily to grain farming, cattle operations, agriculture support services, the local school district, and Haxtun Health. Specialized corporate, tech, or industrial employment options are scarce outside of remote work or agriculture.

3. Lack of Retail, Dining, & Entertainment

   • Commercial activity in town is limited to a local grocery store, a couple of gas stations, a hardware supplier, and a few small eateries. Clothing shopping, varied dining options, and entertainment venues require driving to Sterling or out of state to Sidney, Nebraska.

4. Harsh High Plains Climate

   • Sitting at an elevation near 4,000 feet, Haxtun experiences severe weather extremes. Winters bring freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and high winds causing severe ground blizzards. Summers are hot and dry, with frequent spring thunderstorms that can produce hail and high winds.

5. Distance from Colorado’s Mountain Attractions

   • While located in Colorado, Haxtun is on the far eastern plains. Accessing Rocky Mountain national parks, ski resorts, or mountain hiking requires a 3.5- to 5-hour drive one way.