Justin Osborn


Originally from Rockwall, Texas, Justin moved to Durango in August of 1999. He currently resides in Durango, CO with his wife and 2 children. He attended Fort Lewis College where he received a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing, and a minor in Agribusiness.

Justin received his real estate license when he was a junior in college in 2002. He worked at Coldwell Banker Heritage House Realtors for seven years. During his time at Coldwell Banker he received numerous top producer awards, some as high as the state level. He joined The Wells Group in 2010, and has consistently been a top producer in both volume and total number of deals closed since his arrival. His accomplishments include recognition by America's Top 100 as being included in the top 1% of all Realtors in America, Real Trends Award recipient awarded to only the top 1,000 producers in the United States, Apex Award recipient by the Realtor's Land Institute as recognition of one of the top land agents in the entire country, and receiving Colorado's Land Realtor of the Year Award as the top land broker in the entire state of Colorado. He has also been awarded the Education Award from The Wells Group multiple years in a row.

Justin currently sits on the board for the Colorado Chapter of the Realtor's Land Institute, and is a recent past president. Justin is also involved in the Realtor’s Land Institute at the national level, as he is currently a board chairperson of both their Future Leaders Committee as well as their Chapter Development Task Force.

Justin is also a national real estate instructor that has taught classes in Colorado, Texas, Oklahoma, and Illinois. He's known mostly for his Recreational Land class, but also teaches Land 101 and Transitional Land through the Realtor's Land Institute. In 2016 Justin was honored as the Colorado Land Realtor of the Year Award.

His community involvement includes being an assistant coach for his son's DYSA competitive soccer team, recent past president of the Durango High Noon Rotary club, and past area chairman of the La Plat County Ducks Unlimited. He is also a certified PSIA Cert 2 ski instructor at Purgatory in both alpine and telemark skiing. He was recently awarded the Volunteer of the Year award by both the Durango Area Association of Realtors and The Wells Group, and was a top three nominee as a Volunteer of the Year with the Durango Chamber of Commerce.

$1,295,000  •  35 acres
35 acres with prime fishing along the Navajo River. No Covenants and No HOA. There's 1/2 mile of private fishing available between this property and the adjacent properties the owner owns where he will grant a fishing easement for the owner of this property. The land consists of a lush river bottom on the south end and ponderosa pine forest on the north end.Located only 2 miles from the San Juan National Forest, wildlife are frequently seen on the property including, deer, elk and turkey. Additional 35 acres of vacant land available, as well as another 35 acres with 7,500 sq ft lodge and guest house along the river. Well and septic will be required when buyer goes to build on this parcel. Located at 7050' elevation with good year round access via county maintained roads, yet extremely private with large ranches as your neighbors. The property has excellent southern exposure for a passive solar house.
$2,495,000  •  37.29 acres
Serenity Ranch is an extraordinary 37-acre mountain retreat nestled within Sweetwater Springs Ranch, ideally located between historic Durango, Vallecito & Lemon Reservoirs, and the San Juan National Forest. Offering the perfect blend of privacy, natural beauty, and refined country living, this remarkable estate is equally suited as a year-round residence, equestrian property, vacation retreat, or multi-generational family compound.The centerpiece of the property is a meticulously renovated and beautifully furnished 2,893-square-foot Larry Barnes log home featuring 4bedrooms and 3.5 baths. White oak floors, cathedral ceilings, and a stunning two-sided stone fireplace create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the great room and farmhouse-inspired chef’s kitchen. Outfitted with custom shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and premium Thermador stainless steel appliances, the kitchen combines timeless style with modern functionality. The spacious main-level primary suite has its own sitting area and fireplace, a luxurious bath featuring dual vanities, a clawfoot soaking tub, separate shower, and an expansive walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a shared bath are located on the main level, while the upper level offers a 4th bedroom with its own fireplace and full bath. Thoughtfully selected designer finishes throughout the home capture the charm of classic log home living while providing the comforts and conveniences of modern construction. Outside you'll find an oversized deck, overlooking the meadows and hillsides. A classic red barn offers four horse stalls, a beautifully finished tongue-and-groove tack room, and an attached 1,157-square-foot guest house or caretaker’s quarters featuring 1 bedroom, a bunk room, 2 bathrooms, and a 1 car garage. Surrounded by gently rolling terrain, lush pastures, and groves of native gamble oak, Serenity Ranch provides an unparalleled sense of peace, privacy, and connection to nature—an exceptionalColorado sanctuary where timeless elegance and mountain living come together in perfect harmony. Be sure to check out the 3D floor plans of both homes in the virtual tour link.
$2,250,000  •  40 acres
This 40 acre National Forest in-holding has over 1,800 feet of both sides of the West Fork Dolores River meandering through the property.National Forest on all 4 sides means your neighbors will be the elk, mule deer, turkey, and trout that call this country home. Never before on the market, this property has primarily been a 3 season retreat for the owners, with the primary focus being an elk hunting operation where friends would ride their horses directly off the property during the Fall hunting season. Excellent year round access on a well maintained county road, and great southern exposure, allow for this place to be a wonderful year round residence. Improvements consist of a 3 bedroom cabin with an open floorplan, office, and a huge loft area big enough for 6 beds, a detached 4 car garage with a carport large enough for 6 vehicles, an old homesteader's cabin, barn, corrals, and multiple RV hook-ups. All of seller's mineral rights will convey with the property, which is believed to be100%. A scenic and wildlife Conservation Easement held by Montezuma Land Conservancy ensures this land will stay in its pristine habitat, while also keeping low ag taxes in perpetuity. The world famous Dunton Hot Springs is a short drive up the county road.
$950,000  •  20.47 acres
20 acres with senior water rights, a year round pond, 3 bedroom log home, shop, guest quarters, and full RV hook-up. No HOA. Located at6150' elevation with excellent southern exposure, and well maintained paved county road access. Water rights consist of 27 shares of Citizens Animas Ditch, the best irrigation ditch in Durango. This water will typically run through the Fall when all the other irrigation ditches around town are dry for the year. In-ground sprinkler system keeps the yard green all summer. Mature shade trees, along with air conditioning, keep this house cool in the hot summer months. The 30' x 60' building includes a 30' x 30' shop, a 30' x 30' loafing shed, and a 900 sq ft barn apartment.Southern Ute Indian Tribe (SUIT) owns the 700 acres across the river to the east, so it's likely this will never be developed. Annual taxes are $1,918. See the virtual tour link for a 3d floor plan of the home, as well as an interactive map showing the property boundaries.
$650,000  •  9.2 acres
Situated on a well maintained county road only 3 miles from downtown Bayfield, this 4 bedroom air conditioned 2 story ranch home has senior water rights through King Ditch. No covenants and No HOA with over 9 acres for your animals. Outbuildings consist of a detached 3 car garage, and a barn with overhead doors on two sides allowing for easy pull through accessibility. There's plenty of flat ground around the outbuildings for parking equipment or an RV, and the gravel circle drive (with 2 entry points on the county road) make easy access for towing trailers. There are several gardens with wildlife fending around them. Fruit trees consist of apricot, plum, nectarine, and apple. Located at 6800' elevation with good southern exposure and a gentle southern slope for easy irrigating. Pasture is completely fenced for livestock, and there is a separate paddock between the barn and the pasture.
$998,000  •  42 acres
This 2,052 sq ft custom home sits on 42 acres with a 3-car garage, pole barn, outbuildings, and RV hookup. A La Plata County maintained road leads all the way to the private Double D Rd. With no HOA and no covenants, this property is a fantastic opportunity for a vacation rental or private retreat. Home is being sold mostly furnished for a turn-key opportunity. Enjoy southern exposure and 7,000' elevation surrounded by wildlife such as deer, turkey, and elk. Just down the road, the Sauls Creek Recreational Area opens to 18,000+ acres of the San Juan National Forest. The open floor plan features vaulted T&G ceilings in the living, dining, and kitchen areas. A unique bonus is the downstairs bedroom with its own entrance and private bathroom, perfect for guests. Exceptional recreational opportunities surround this property including horse back riding, mountain biking, hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing and fabulous big game hunting for elk, mule deer and turkey. Annual taxes are $3,783.04, and downtown Bayfield is only a 10-minute drive away. Water well is recorded at 200' and 7 GPM
$1,350,000  •  3 acres
2 Homes on 3 irrigated acres only 3 miles from Durango City limits. Excellent year round access with fabulous southern exposure. Enjoy life on the Florida Mesa with No HOA and 300+ days of sunshine a year. Main home is 2132 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and an office, and guest quarters in shop are 1408 sq ft with 1 bedroom and an office. The heated shop has two 8' overhead doors and one 14' overhead door with a 47' deep bay with RV hookups (water, 50 amp electric service, and septic drop). Water well is recorded at 300' deep and 6 GPM. Located only 2 miles to Pastorius Reservoir, 2.7 miles to the new Eso Terra Arboretum, 3.5 miles to Mercy Regional Medical Facility, and 5 miles to the La Plata County Regional Airport. Be sure to check out the virtual tour links where you'll find 3D floorplans of both living quarters, as well as an interactive map of the property.
$399,900  •  70 acres
Montezuma County farmhouse on 70 acres with irrigation water for 60 acres. No HOA and No Covenants. Located at 6900' elevation with good southern exposure and excellent year round access on a paved highway. 59.8 acre feet of irrigation water is included through Dolores Water Conservancy District, delivery box # F106. This is an estate sale sold as is with no Seller's Property Disclosure. The home is on central water trough Montezuma Rural Water Company. In addition to having access off Hwy 491, County Road 17 runs along the entire western boundary line of this land; therefore, this property could easily be subdivided. Two 35 acre parcels could be created without any county planning process. Parcels smaller than 35 acres could be developed within a few months of going through county planning with Montezuma County. As-is sale. See the virtual tour link for an interactive map of the property.
$195,000  •  5.36 acres
Lot # 4 of Trumble Ridge Development is one of the larger lots at 5.36 acres. With access to a water well already installed, and electricity at the lot line, you'll likely not find a better valued homesite in all of Durango. Excavation costs will be minimal thanks to this being flat ground with little elevation change. Modular homes on permanent foundations are allowed, and minimum sq ft is 1,500. All owners will benefit from the senior water rights (owned by the HOA) that irrigate every parcel. No short term rentals allowed. ADU's subject to HOA approval. Enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets the Florida Mesa is known for, at a fraction of the costs of other rural developments. "BE" on map stands for building envelope.
$185,000  •  4.74 acres
Lot # 2 of Trumble Ridge Development consists of 4.74 acres with excellent views of the La Plata Mountains. With access toa water well already installed, and electricity at the lot line, you'll likely not find much more affordable homesite in all of Durango. Excavation costs will be minimal thanks to this being flat ground with little elevation change. Modular homes on permanent foundations are allowed, and minimum sq ft is 1,500. All owners will benefit from the senior water rights (owned by the HOA) that irrigate every parcel. No short term rentals allowed. ADU's subject to HOA approval. Enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets the Florida Mesa is known for, at a fraction of the costs of other rural developments. "BE" on map stands for building envelope.
$180,000  •  4.34 acres
Lot # 1 of Trumble Ridge Development is currently one of the least expensive buildable lots on the Florida Mesa. With access to a water well already installed, and electricity at the lot line, you'll not find a more affordable homesite in all of Durango. Excavation costs will be minimal thanks to this being flat ground with little elevation change. Modular homes on permanent foundations are allowed, and minimum sq ft is 1,500. All owners will benefit from the senior water rights (owned by the HOA) that irrigate every parcel. No short term rentals allowed. ADU's subject to HOA approval. Enjoy the beautiful sunrises and sunsets the Florida Mesa is known for, at a fraction of the costs of other rural developments. "BE" on map stands for building envelope.
$1,999,950  •  73.31 acres
7R Ranch consists of a custom home and heated shop on 73 acres bordering over 220,000 acres of public land. San Francisco Creek meanders year round through the property with over 1/4 mile of creek frontage (see interactive map in virtual tour link). Deer, elk, and turkey all make their way through this ranch during different times of the year. Del Norte is only 4 miles to the north and Wolf Creek Ski Area is an easy38 mile drive to the west. Elevation ranges from 8200' in the valley floor to 8760' up the ridge to the east. With low annual taxes of only $5,054, and road maintenance dues of only $175 a year, this ranch enjoys extremely low holding costs. For those with a green thumb, the raised beds and 2 greenhouses provide plenty of growing space to meet your needs. There's pride in ownership with this original-owner 8,000 sq ft custom home. Previously run as a bed-in-breakfast, the 6 en-suite bedrooms on the first floor offer plenty of room for both owners and guests. Each oversized bedroom contains their own private bathroom, a large walk-in closet, their own thermostat for the heating system (12 zones of in-floor radiant heat throughout the home), as well as french doors that lead out onto the wrap around porch. The gourmet chef's kitchen has two huge islands, double ovens, a large 6 burner cooktop with pot filler, two sinks, two dishwashers, and two microwaves. The gorgeous master suite has french doors that open up towards the creek, several windows for natural light, and a double sided fireplace that leads into the spacious master bathroom. Upstairs consists of a 3/4 bathroom, massive office/den with custom cabinets, and a large hobby room with a covered balcony overlooking the creek (owner used this room as a professional quilting/sewing room). Additional features of this gorgeous custom home include5 fireplaces, Honeywell alarm system, tons of storage areas, a large laundry room with tons of built-in cabinets, a utility sink, and direct access to the backyard.
$1,200,000  •  26.19 acres
One level home on 26 acres with a huge shop and a spring fed stream. 5 shares of MVI water keep the lined pond full, irrigate the 5 acres in the southwest corner of the land via pressurized K-line pods, and provides sufficient water to the pressurized underground sprinklers around the yard. 2 spring fed drainages seep water all year for the local wildlife. The owner has maintained a 1.2 mile trail system that loops these two drainages, and done extensive tree thinning for fire mitigation. Improvements consists of a 1758 sq ft ranch home with an open floorplan, a 2car garage with an attached 264 sq ft office/hobby room and a separate sauna room, and a 3624 sq ft heated/cooled shop with 100 amp service& a 50 amp RV hook-up, and 5 separate overhead doors. There's also a large covered platform/deck over the garage that offers priceless views of the surrounding mountain ranges. This property is located at 6540' elevation with excellent year round access and fabulous southern exposure. Downtown Dolores is only 6 miles to the north, and downtown Cortez is only 6 miles to the south. Annual taxes are $2,360. Inside this southwest style home you'll find hardwood floors and tile (no carpet), Renewal by Anderson windows offering excellent passive solar sun, a large primary suite with it's own sitting area, and a cozy Jotul woodstove for those chilly mornings. Be sure to check out the 3D floorplan and interactive map in the virtual tour fields.
$184,900  •  35.16 acres
35 acres with a water well already installed. Private financing available for buyers that can put down 35%. This was the developers personal lot and by far on of the best parcels in the entire development. Elevation ranges from 7250' along the valley floor to 7550' on the mesa top. There's good year round access and excellent southern exposure. Underground utilities are at the property, and the property corners are pinned. Subdivision requires a minimum of 1,000 sq ft for new construction. This land benefits from low ag taxes with the annual tax bill being only $16. Annual HOA/Road Maintenance dues are $1,200. Water well is in the bottom on the east side of the arroyo; it's recorded to be 200' deep with a static water level of 50'. 1 hr pump test at the time of drilling showed 15 GPM. Private financing terms as follows: 35% down is 10%interest, 40% down is 9.5% interest, 45% down is 9% interest, 50% down is 8.5% interest. 2% loan origination fee.Amortization and balloon are negotiable.
$384,000  •  320 acres
320 Acres of good farm ground only 1/2 mile from city limits. No HOA, No Covenants and No Conservation Easement. This farm is located at 6800' elevation with excellent year round access on well maintained county roads. There's road frontage on the east side and the south side. Domestic water line from the Town of Dove Creek is across the county road. Low ag taxes of only $325 a year. Located only 5 miles from the Utah state line, this is Colorado GMU # 711 where bull elk tags can be purchased over the counter and buck tags can be acquired through the annual state draw system. In addition to then normal public hunting tags available, this farm also receives additional private land owner tags. The wildlife love to feed in the two fields currently planted in wheat). Arrangement with the local tenant farmer is a 75/25 split. Tenant farmer shall have the rights to harvest his crop if harvest season takes place after closing. 35 miles to Cortez, 80 miles to Durango, 80miles to Moab, 100 miles to Telluride.
$9,800,000  •  931.71 acres
End of the road privacy on 900+ acres with some of the best views you'll ever see in the Rocky Mountains. No Covenants,No Deed Restrictions, and No Conservation Easement. Neighboring 35 acre parcels in the Continental Divide Ranch development have recently sold for $425,000 - $450,000, making this a great land bank play for future development.Bordering 3 ranches all over 1,500 acres, and being less than 1 mile from the Colorado/New Mexico state line, this ranch is home to one of the biggest elk migrations in Southwestern Colorado. Lush native grass meadows, mature gamble oak groves, dark timber, stands of aspen trees, and spring fed watering holes all provide different ecosystems for the numerous amount of wildlife that call this ranch home. Elevation ranges from 7960' in the lower meadows to 8720' on the upper hillside. Underground electric is installed at the north end of the ranch, and central water is available. This property has good year round access on well maintained gravel roads. Holding costs are some of the lowest in the country with extremely low ag taxes of only $210 a year. This is Colorado GMU # 78 where over the counter bull elk tags are readily available and mule deer buck tags can typically be drawn every year. This ranch also qualifies for private land owner tags where another2-3 tags for each species could be available on an annual basis.
$3,895,000  •  36 acres
This executive fishing lodge on 36 acres consists of approximately 1/4 a mile of the trout filled Navajo River, a 7500 sq ft custom 4 bedroom lodge, and a 2715 sq ft one level 4 bedroom ranch home. No Covenants, No HOA and No Conservation Easement. Located in the unincorporated part of Archuleta County and previously an Orvis endorsed fly fishing lodge, this property has huge short-term vacation rental potential. Located at 7050' elevation with good year round access on a well maintained county road. The San Juan National Forest is less than2 miles up the road. Wildlife are frequently seen on the ranch including elk, deer and turkey. Adjoining 71 acres with another 1/4 mile ofNavajo River frontage could be added onto this offering.
$3,600,000  •  25 acres
Two separately deeded parcels consisting of 25 acres in the path of development at the edge of Durango City limits. No HOA & No Covenants. City of Durango will require annexation for this land that is zoned medium density residential and approved for up to 12 units per acre. With the average price of a home in Durango now running over $900K, there's plenty of profit margin here for a developer. Central water and sewer are located just to the south at the corner of High Llama Lane and Wilson Gulch Road. Annual taxes are $3,095. 3 bedroom home built in 1981 rented for $1,000 a month through May 1, 2025. Guest apartment currently rented at $700 a month through May 1, 2025. No value given to the improvements.
$10,500,000  •  191 acres
Development opportunity only 1 mile from city limits. 191 acre ranch with a 5,000' deep water well that constantly pumps out clean water at 119 degrees at 450 gallons per minute. 36 KW Hydroelectric generator. 8" water lines provide irrigation water to the side roll sprinklers for the alfalfa fields. The San Pitch River runs through the ranch providing excellent trout fishing. Deer and turkey are seen on the ranch daily. Wasatch Plateau is just to the east providing lots of recreational opportunities. This land has low ag tax status of less than $500 a year.
$4,900,000  •  525 acres
Elk Stop Ranch consists of 525 +/- acres with 2.5 miles of seasonal creek frontage completely surrounded on all 3 sides by the 1.8 million acre San Juan National Forest. No HOA/No Covenants/No Conservation Easement. Excellent year round paved access. 1900 sq ft ranch home provides decent living quarters or makes for a great base camp. Elevation ranges from 6900' in the valley floor to 7800' on the ridges to the east. Thanks to the wooded hillsides providing cover, and the irrigated valley floor providing a quality food crop, the local wildlife love this property. Elk, deer, and turkey are all frequently seen on the property. Located in Colorado Unit # 77 where bull elk tags are available over the counter and buck deer tags can typically be drawn with only 1 preference point. In addition to the normal public hunting tags, this ranch also qualifies for private land owner tags where you could apply to get 1 additional tag for each species
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