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MONTE VISTA, CO 81144

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Rio Grande County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
28
⇧ 3.7% vs 27 last year
Pending
5
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$335,000
⇧ 1.5% vs $330,000 last year
Average Price
$543,346
⇧ 10.2% vs $493,023 last year
Days on Market
148
⇧ 59.1% vs 93 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,766  ·  Density: 9.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,274

Typical home value: $201,566  ·  Homeownership: 70.7%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The MONTE VISTA, CO real estate market (81144) currently shows 28 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 148 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 148 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.5% year-over-year, from $330,000 to $335,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 28 this year vs 27 last year
  • Days on market: 148 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $335,000 (+1.5% YoY)
  • Average: $543,346 (+10.2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 53.4 miles — 218 listings ($186,640,503 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
81144Monte Vista, CO 811440.0 mi28$15,213,688$335,000$543,346
81132Del Norte, CO 8113218.3 mi18$12,346,938$524,500$685,941
81124Capulin, CO 8112418.5 mi2$1,107,500$553,750$553,750
81136Hooper, CO 8113620.2 mi3$882,501$250,000$294,167
81148Romeo, CO 8114827.7 mi2$705,000$352,500$352,500
81154South Fork, CO 8115429.2 mi35$37,431,800$692,000$1,069,480
81151Sanford, CO 8115132.4 mi6$3,298,326$255,000$549,721
81131Crestone, CO 8113134.6 mi27$12,870,792$399,000$476,696
81128Chromo, CO 8112843.6 mi6$10,343,880$1,190,000$1,723,980
81133Fort Garland, CO 8113345.6 mi27$10,525,896$374,900$389,848
81130Creede, CO 8113050.3 mi16$46,525,488$650,000$2,907,843
81040Gardner, CO 8104051.9 mi13$8,144,799$495,000$626,523
87520Chama, NM 8752053.4 mi35$27,243,895$429,000$778,397

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MONTE VISTA, CO 81144?

As of January 2026, there are 28 active listings in MONTE VISTA, CO (zip code 81144), compared to 27 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MONTE VISTA, CO 81144?

The median listing price in MONTE VISTA, CO 81144 is $335,000 as of January 2026, a 1.5% increase from $330,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MONTE VISTA, CO?

Homes in MONTE VISTA, CO 81144 spend an average of 148 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MONTE VISTA, CO 81144?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MONTE VISTA, CO 81144 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 148 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MONTE VISTA, CO?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MONTE VISTA, CO 81144 save an estimated $6,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $335,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.