County Land Guide · FIPS 08113
Land in San Miguel County, Colorado
County at a Glance
| Per-acre price range | $20,000 – $80,000 |
|---|---|
| Mill levy | 26 mills |
| Tax sale month | November |
| Auction vendor | RealAuction |
| Deed deposit | $1,500 |
| Tax due dates | Feb 28 / Jun 15 |
| Lien sale format | premium bid |
| Redemption period | 3 years |
| FIPS code | 08113 |
The Land Market in San Miguel
San Miguel County is home to Telluride, one of America's premier ski resorts. This makes it one of the most expensive rural land markets in the country. The county spans from the ski-area luxury of Telluride/Mountain Village to the more modest ranching communities around Norwood on the Wright's Mesa plateau. The San Miguel River canyon cuts through dramatic gorges. Most affordable parcels are on the mesa or in the west-end communities — anything near Telluride commands ski-town premiums.
Tax Lien & Deed Investing in Colorado
Colorado holds tax lien sales on the second Monday in December. Liens earn interest at the federal discount rate + 9% (currently 14%). The redemption period is 3 years, after which the lien holder can apply for a treasurer's deed via auction (HB24-1056 process). Tax payments are due April 30 (or split February 28 / June 15). Delinquency begins June 16 at 1% monthly interest. Vacant land is assessed at 27% of actual value; residential at 6.25% (per HB24B-1001).
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