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Elizabeth Horse & Equestrian Properties Market Snapshot

56
Homes Listed
125
Avg. Days on Site
$418
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$1,517,371
Med. List Price

About horse properties in Elizabeth

Elizabeth is a small but welcoming community that is ideal for horse owners who want to be close to Denver . Buying an equestrian property in Elizabeth means you'll have plenty of trails and parks to ride in, but you'll still be within easy reach of the city. Kenna Real Estate Group can help you to find the perfect horse property for sale in Elizabeth. We'll make buying your new home as easy and enjoyable as possible.

Elizabeth is a small town in Elbert County that is only about 33 miles to the southeast of Denver. The historic town center of Elizabeth is surrounded by growing suburbs as many people are keen to relocate to this friendly community. It is still easy to sense the history of the Old West in this town as you browse through the antique stores along the main street or have a drink at the Elizabeth Brewing Company.

Elizabeth is surrounded by working farms and ranches, so there is still a very rural feel to the area, especially as you head out into the surrounding landscape. However, you'll be within easy reach of Denver, so you will be able to enjoy the best of the city while living in this small community. You will also be surrounded by superb parks and trails where you can get out to enjoy the active Colorado lifestyle.

Elizabeth is a very horse-friendly community where the traditions of the Old West still feel very much alive. Many locals enjoy horseback riding or have their own land where they keep horses.

Many local events revolve around horses. The annual Elizabeth Stampede includes a rodeo as well as a parade through the town, and an antique car show. You will also have many opportunities to participate in or watch equestrian events in Elizabeth and the surrounding areas. The Messer Arena and Event Center in neighboring Kiowa hold many western style events, including barrel racing and roping competitions, as well as English-style gymkhanas. The Colorado Horse Park in Parker is also within easy reach of Elizabeth, and it in many cases brings in large crowds for hunter/jumper and eventing competitions.

Horseback riding is a very popular activity around Elizabeth. Many people in the area own their own horses, but there are also a lot of people who choose to keep their horses at boarding stables nearby or who visit the area in order to ride. If you're lucky enough to live in Elizabeth, then you'll be able to enjoy all of the local trails and equestrian facilities as in many cases as you want.

One end of the popular Cherry Creek Trail is in Franktown , which is very easy to reach from Elizabeth. The Cherry Creek route heads north into Denver, passing through the Cherry Creek State Park along the way. If you are looking for a long trail ride near Elizabeth, then this can be the best option for you. You can also find plenty of other places to enjoy a shorter ride locally.

The Castlewood Canyon State Park has a short trail for horseback riding where you can enjoy great views, and you can also ride in parts of the Bayou Gulch Open Space . The Hidden Mesa Open Space also has some interesting trails for equestrians that will take you through meadows or up onto the rocky ridges overlooking the park.

Questions people ask about horse properties in Elizabeth

How many horse properties are for sale in Elizabeth right now?

The grid at the top of this page is the live MLS list: it updates the moment a home lists or closes, and the market stats under it show today's median price. More: Horse Properties for Sale in Adams County, Colorado.

What should I check before making an offer on horse property in Elizabeth?

The price per square foot against the other listings on this page (the market stats under the grid show today's median), the days on market, the HOA or metro district if there is one, the sewer line and roof age on older homes, and whether the seller pays a closing-cost credit or a rate buydown. More: Seller concessions for Colorado buyers.

Do horse properties in Elizabeth have HOA fees?

Some do. Each listing card shows the HOA fee, and the grid filters can narrow the list to homes with no HOA. More: HOA fees in Colorado, explained.

What is the median price of horse properties in Elizabeth?

The market stats under the grid show today's median list price and price per square foot, and they update with every new listing. More: Can I afford a home now?.

What does the median horse property in Elizabeth cost per month?

It depends on the price, your down payment and today's rate. Put the price of the home you like into the Colorado mortgage calculator at kennarealestate.com/colorado-mortgage-calculator for the full monthly cost. More: Can I afford a home now?.

How big are the horse properties in Elizabeth?

Sizes vary from home to home. Use the grid filters for square footage and bedrooms; the market stats under the grid show today's price per square foot. More: Horse Properties for Sale in Adams County, Colorado.

How many acres do I need for horses in Elizabeth?

The county zoning for the address sets it, and it ranges from one horse per acre on some rural-residential lots to no limit on agricultural land. Two horses on two to five acres with a dry lot is the common Elizabeth setup.

Can I board horses or give lessons on the property?

Only where the zoning and the covenants allow a commercial equine use. Some Elbert County lots do; many subdivisions do not. A Kenna agent checks both before you count on the income.

Does the well come with the house?

The well and its permit transfer with the land, and the permit's allowed use goes with it. If the permit is household-use-only, watering horses from it is not allowed; a change of use is a state application, not a promise from the seller.

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Horse Properties and Equestrian Homes for Sale in Elizabeth, CO: What You Are Looking At

A horse property in Elizabeth is a home on acreage zoned for livestock, with the fencing, water and outbuildings to keep horses on the land you own. Buyers searching horse properties for sale in Elizabeth also search equestrian homes, homes with a barn, homes with an arena, ranches, homes on 5 acres, homes with pasture and homes with horse trailer parking, and this page pulls all of them from the MLS. This page shows horse properties for sale in Elizabeth, and the count updates the moment a home lists or closes. Around Elizabeth the riding is in the Elbert County Fairgrounds in Kiowa, the Running Creek area and thousands of acres of A-1 ranch land between Elizabeth and Parker.

The Kenna Real Estate Group has sold Colorado horse property since 2002 and shows acreage 7 days a week, and same day when the seller allows it. Call or text 303-955-4220. A live person answers.

Zoning, Acres and Animals in Elbert County

The county, not the listing, decides how many horses a Elizabeth property can carry. Most horse properties around Elizabeth sit on lots zoned agricultural or rural residential, and the county sets the animals allowed per acre, the setbacks for a barn and the rules for a boarding business. A subdivision covenant can be stricter than the county. A Kenna agent pulls the zoning and the covenants for any address before you tour, so the horse count is settled before you fall for the barn.

What to Check Before You Buy a Horse Property in Elizabeth

  • The well permit. Colorado wells carry a permitted use. A household-use-only permit does not allow livestock watering; a domestic or livestock permit does. The permit number is public and a Kenna agent reads it during your review period.
  • Water on the ground. A stock tank, a hydrant in the paddock and a frost-free line to the barn are the difference between a horse property and a house on dirt.
  • Fencing and footing. Perimeter fence, cross-fencing and a dry lot. Walk the fence line and look at the low spots after a storm.
  • The barn and the arena. Stalls, runs, hay storage, tack room, and whether the outdoor arena drains. An indoor arena in Elbert County is worth real money and appraises that way.
  • Trailer access. A gooseneck needs a turnaround, a gate wide enough and a road the county plows. Ask who maintains the road and what it costs.
  • Septic and hay. Every rural Elizabeth property is on septic; Colorado requires a use permit and inspection at transfer in most counties. Confirm where hay is delivered and stored.
  • Insurance and wildfire. Foothills and forested acreage carry wildfire ratings that change the premium. Get the quote before your inspection deadline, not after.
  • Tax status. Horses kept for personal use rarely earn agricultural tax classification in Colorado. A working boarding, breeding or hay operation can. Ask the assessor, not the listing.

How to Buy Horse Property in Elizabeth

  1. Tell us the horses. How many, what discipline, and whether you board others. That decides the acres, the zoning and the buildings.
  2. Get pre-approved for acreage. Land, outbuildings and a well change the appraisal. A lender who writes rural loans, including USDA and farm-credit options, keeps the closing on schedule.
  3. Set the alert. Horse properties in Elizabeth are few and they trade among horse people first. A Kenna alert fires the hour one lists.
  4. Walk the whole property. Showings run 7 days a week. Bring boots. A Kenna agent walks the fence, the well head, the septic field and the barn with you.
  5. Offer from sold acreage. Price per acre, the barn, the arena and the water rights each carry a value in Elbert County. A Kenna agent prices from the horse properties that actually closed, not from the listing's adjectives.

Selling a Horse Property in Elizabeth?

Horse buyers pay for water, fence and a dry barn, and they discount a pretty house on wet ground. A free Smart Pricing Report prices your Elizabeth acreage from the horse properties that actually sold, with three prices and the time frame for each. Call or text 303-955-4220.

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Elizabeth Horse Property Questions

How many acres do I need for horses in Elizabeth?

The county zoning for the address sets it, and it ranges from one horse per acre on some rural-residential lots to no limit on agricultural land. Two horses on two to five acres with a dry lot is the common Elizabeth setup.

Can I board horses or give lessons on the property?

Only where the zoning and the covenants allow a commercial equine use. Some Elbert County lots do; many subdivisions do not. A Kenna agent checks both before you count on the income.

Does the well come with the house?

The well and its permit transfer with the land, and the permit's allowed use goes with it. If the permit is household-use-only, watering horses from it is not allowed; a change of use is a state application, not a promise from the seller.

Can I see a Elizabeth horse property today?

Yes. Showings run 7 days a week and same-day when the seller allows. Call or text 303-955-4220. A live person answers.

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The expert's checklist: horse properties in in Elizabeth

  • Water decides everything. Pull the well permit from the Colorado Division of Water Resources: many rural wells are household-use only and do not allow watering horses or irrigating pasture. Irrigation water rights and ditch shares are rare, priced separately and must be named in the contract.
  • Zoning and horse limits: each county sets how many horses a lot can carry and what boarding needs a permit. Confirm with the county planning office, not the listing.
  • Build the permit time into your deadlines. Well and septic transfers and inspections on acreage take longer than a 30-day closing allows; set the due-diligence deadlines to match.
  • Barn, fence and arena: pipe fence, a loafing shed or barn with power and water, and an arena with drainage are what horse buyers pay for and what appraisers can verify.
  • Elbert County commute and services: more acres per dollar than Douglas County, with longer drives to Parker and the Denver Tech Center; check road maintenance and internet before you buy.
What should I check before buying a horse property in Elizabeth?

The well permit (many allow household use only), irrigation water and ditch shares, county zoning and horse limits, septic, barn and fence condition, and how long the permits take against your closing date.

How many acres do I need for a horse in Colorado?

Counties set the rule, and it changes with zoning and whether the pasture is irrigated. The horse properties that sold in Elizabeth in the last year had a median lot of 5.1 acres; confirm the limit for a specific lot with the county.

Do I need special insurance for a horse property in Colorado?

Yes. A standard homeowners policy limits or excludes liability for horses, so ask for equine or farm liability coverage. Colorado's equine activity law (C.R.S. 13-21-119) limits some liability for riding activities but does not replace insurance.

What is a loafing shed?

A three-sided shelter that lets horses get out of wind, sun and snow while staying in the pasture. Buyers look for one with a solid roof, good drainage and water nearby.

Can I board other people's horses on my property?

Boarding for pay is a commercial use in most Colorado counties and needs zoning approval or a permit. Keeping your own horses is a separate, simpler question. Ask the county planning office before you buy for boarding income.

More: Parker horse properties, horse properties near Denver, Colorado horse properties, all Elizabeth homes, horse owners moving to Colorado and a free home value report.

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