
Old Bumper Road — 7.5 Acres
7.5 acres acres · Sunshine Valley · Zoning: County · $38,500
Seven and a half acres of flat, sage-covered terrain in Sunshine Valley offer 360-degree views and ready access to recreation and open space. Utilities are nearby, and groundwater potential supports future development—subject to buyer verification. This parcel will be legally created by division of a parent tract, with survey and legal description completed prior to closing.
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The Setting
Old Bumper Road sits in Sunshine Valley, north of Questa, on a broad stretch of land characterized by flat terrain and sage brush cover. The 7.5-acre parcel occupies a position that supports both privacy and openness, with the surrounding landscape defining the experience as much as the lot itself. Taos County zoning applies, and the area is known for its quiet, rural character and proximity to outdoor recreation and the broader North Central New Mexico landscape. Development potential is guided by county standards and the practical realities of the site: flat buildable area, access considerations, and the need for septic and well or other water solutions that a buyer will verify during due diligence.
Views + Landscape
The property offers 360-degree views across the valley and toward the surrounding mountains, with the flat terrain emphasizing sky and distance. Sage-covered ground dominates the visual character, and the lack of heavy vegetation preserves long sightlines in all directions. The landscape feels open and exposed in the best sense—ideal for those who want unobstructed views and a clear sense of place without the enclosure of trees or structures. Seasonal changes in light and weather bring variety to the setting, while the consistency of the terrain makes it easy to imagine siting a home, outbuilding, or simply holding the land for long-term use or investment.
Access + Utilities
Access is via Old Bumper Road, with the specific address to be finalized with the creation of the new parcel. Electric, fiber internet, and phone utilities are noted as nearby, which can reduce the cost and complexity of bringing services to the site compared with fully off-grid parcels. Water is noted as well (buyer to verify), and wastewater will require installation of a septic system in compliance with county requirements. Buyers should confirm exact utility connection points, road maintenance responsibilities, and any easements or covenants that affect access or use. The combination of flat land and nearby utilities makes this parcel more buildable than many raw-land offerings in the region.
Due Diligence + Parcel Creation
This parcel will be legally created through division of a parent tract. A survey will be completed prior to closing, and the acreage, boundaries, and legal description will be finalized at that time. The 7.5-acre figure and any boundary or access details are subject to the final survey and legal subdivision process. Buyer is responsible for verifying all matters important to their intended use: utilities (electric, water, phone, fiber), access and road status, water rights or well potential, zoning and permitted uses, and any restrictions or HOA requirements. Future use should be confirmed with the county and with the buyer's own due diligence. No representation is made as to buildability, soils, or suitability for any specific use beyond what is disclosed in the listing and in the contract.
Details
- M L S #:
- 114550
- Address:
- TBD Old Bumper Road, Sunshine Valley (Questa NM 87556)
- Price:
- $38,500
- Property Type:
- Unimproved Land
- Acres:
- 7.5
- Area:
- SUNSHINE (42A)
- Land Cover:
- Sage Brush
- Terrain:
- Flat
- Surface Water:
- None
- Electric:
- Nearby
- Fiber Internet:
- Nearby
- Phone:
- Nearby
- Water:
- Well (buyer to verify)
- Sewer:
- Install Septic
- Access Road:
- Other
- Zoning:
- County
BROKER INFORMATION
Chad Belvill - Associate Broker
Dreamcatcher Real Estate Co. Inc
515 Gusdorf Rd, Suite 6
Taos, NM 87571
Cell: 575-779-3612
Office: 575-758-3606
Email: Chad@exclusivetaos.com
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