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Water is increasingly valuable in Utah, and having both a private well and water rights makes this property a particularly rare opportunity. Welcome to 42 acres in the sought-after Sunrise Country community near Monticello, Utah, where expansive skies, mountain views, and true off-grid living come together. One of the most significant features of this property is its 4.73 acre-feet of water rights through the State of Utah, along with a 300-foot drilled well providing a private water source. A solar-powered pump and approximately 400 feet of water line have already been installed to a 1,700-gallon cistern, 1,500-gallon septic system and drain field, Health Department approved for a 3 bed / 2 bath home, giving you an exceptional head start on creating a self-sufficient homestead. This exceptional property offers panoramic vistas of the Abajo Mountains (Blue Mountains) and the majestic La Sal Mountains, and on clear days, you can even see Colorado's Ute Mountains stretching across the horizon. At 7,500 feet elevation, enjoy cooler summer temperatures, crisp mountain air, and some of the darkest skies in the region - perfect for amazing stargazing. Wildlife and year-round recreation surround you, while still being conveniently located just 30 minutes from Monticello and 45 minutes from Moab. Gravel driveway with 20' gate entrance, Catch pond, Fire pit & barbecue area, 10x20 lofted bunkhouse/cabin that's partially finished and outhouse. Whether you envision building a beautiful custom home, creating a private mountain retreat, establishing an off-grid homestead, or simply owning a large piece of Utahs high desert, this property offers something increasingly difficult to find: space, privacy, infrastructure, and water already in place.. Escape the city. Embrace privacy, panoramic beauty, and endless possibility.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 178 | LAST UPDATED | 7/27/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| TRACT | SUNRISE COUNTRY | YEAR BUILT | 0 |
| COMMUNITY | Monticello | COUNTY | San Juan |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Lot/Land/Acreage |
| Elementary School | Monticello |
|---|---|
| Jr. High School | Albert R. Lyman |
| High School | Monticello |
| PRICE HISTORY | |
| Prior to Mar 13, '26 | $359,000 |
|---|---|
| Mar 13, '26 - Jun 24, '26 | $309,000 |
| Jun 24, '26 - Jul 27, '26 | $299,900 |
| Jul 27, '26 - Today | $253,000 |
| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | None |
|---|---|
| AREA | Monticello |
| HEAT | None |
| HOA DUES | 100|Annually |
| LOT | 42 acre(s) |
| LOT DESCRIPTION | Level |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 0.0x0.0x0.0 |
| SEWER | Septic Tank |
| SUBDIVISION | SUNRISE COUNTRY |
| TAXES | 483 |
| VIEW | Yes |
| VIEW DESCRIPTION | Mountain(s) |
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