20525 County Road 36

Land Description

Located in Sterling, Colorado, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home sits on a generous 3.97 +/- acres off County Road 36. Recent exterior enhancements elevate its appeal, while the property boasts a steel-sided garage and a spacious pole barn-perfect for work, storage, and recreation. Enjoy the convenience of rural living with ample space for family activities.

Improvements

House The house is compromised of 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry room, storm cellar, and forced heating and air conditioning. Some of the many improvements completed in recent years include Well and pump replaced 1993

New roof 2019

New septic tank and leach field 2019

Replaced siding and insulated windows 2020

New pump house and water pressure tank 2023 Pole Barn The steel-sided pool barn measures 48'x72 with 16 sides. The pole barn had its roof replaced in 2012. There is a steel overhead door 12'x14, a sliding door 16'x14, and a crushed rock floor.

Garage The garage is steel-sided and steel framed which measures 24'x24 with 10 sides. The garage is complete with a steel sliding door 16'x10.

Region & Climate

Sterling, Colorado, located in the northeastern part of the state, is situated in the South Platte River Valley. This region is characterized by its flat plains and agricultural land, primarily used for farming and ranching. The climate is semi-arid, featuring hot summers and cold winters, with annual precipitation averaging around 15-20 inches. Summers can see temperatures reaching the high 90s Fahrenheit, while winter temperatures can widely vary.

History

Sterling, Colorado, was founded in 1881 as a railroad town when the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad extended its line to the area. Named after the nearby Sterling Ranch, the town quickly developed as a hub for agriculture and commerce, benefiting from the fertile plains of the South Platte River Valley. In its early years, Sterling served as a supply center for local farmers and ranchers, leading to its growth and incorporation in 1888. The town's history is marked by the rise of agriculture.