40 Acs of S. California Land near Colorado Rvr, Arizona Imperial County, Desert Sunsets, Investment Land Start Price USD 1.00 Current Price USD 5,655.00 Time Left - Bid Count 40 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, November 01, 2008 End Time Monday, December 01, 2008 Location Scottsdale, AZ See more about '40 Acs of S. California Land near Colorado Rvr, Arizona' Description 40 Acs of S. California Land near Colorado Rvr, Arizona Visit our eBay About Me page to learn more about our what we have to offer. WE OWN A FEW OTHER LARGE ACREAGE PROPERTIES NEARBY, IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PURCHASE MULTIPLE PROPERTIES PLEASE CONTACT USThis is a great opportunity to own affordable property in one of the more desirable locations in Southeastern California. This property is only a relatively short drive (203 miles) from the San Diego-Los Angeles Metropolis, yet it is located in a rural enough setting to provide freedom from urban gird lock, prices, and chaos. The Imperial Valley has a rich history of agriculture and commerce. Its position on the U.S./Mexican border has always made the region a place of vibrant culture and bustling economy. Imperial County is home to the City of Calexico (93 miles away) which boasts one of the largest American Ports of Entry along the boarder.Calexico's location provides easy overnight trucking access to all the area's transportation hubs plus the ports of Long Beach, and Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico.Calexico's strategic location is seen by many as the prime link between the interior of Mexico and the major markets along the west coast of the U.S. and Canada. Due to the economic trend of "Globalization," the area is experiencing unprecedented business growth. North of Calexico Lies the fertile plain of the Imperial Valley and the town of El Centro (88 miles away from the parcel) Imperial's County Seat and a popular winter home for many "snowbirds" from colder climates. Other towns in the area include Brawley (45 miles away) and Yuma, Arizona (74 miles away) an area considered to be the third fastest growing area in the United States (population increased by fifty percent between 1990 and 2000). Another nearby community is Blythe (50 miles away) in neighboring Riverside California. Please click on the links provided for more information: City of Calexico Imperial County Economic Growth Town of El Centro Town of Brawley Yuma, Arizona Blythe Recreation abounds in Southern California. In addition to the nearby metropolitan areas, the is plenty of space to enjoy a diverse array of outdoor pursuits. The elevation of the county ranges from 235 feet below sea level at the Salton Sea National Wildlife Refuge to 4,548 feet at the summit of Blue Angel Peak. This diversity means that there is truly something for everyone. From fishing and boating in the Salton Sea and the Colorado River to golfing at one of the Valley's premier 18-hole courses. There is hiking in the desert, and nearby is located the Imperial Sand Dunes, one of the largest sand dunes in the United States which is also a major destination for off-road vehicle racing. The Valley is also home to the The Salton Sea, the largest body of water in the state. This unique inland sea has a fascinating history, and is a popular spot for boating, fishing and bird watching. In the Imperial Valley the sun shines 90% of the time and one can truly enjoy outdoor activities all year-round. Please click on the links provided for more information: Fishing and Boating on the Colorado River Imperial County Golf Imperial Sand Dunes The Salton Sea Southern California land is a fantastic investment for short or long term investors! California is the world's fifth largest economy (recently passes France) and property in Imperial County is lower in cost with low property taxes than other parts of the state. Expensive homes in most of California's metro areas are forcing people into lower-priced areas like Imperial County. The area is increasing attractive to retirees and people seeking new opportunities. The county experienced an increase of 30 percent between 1990 and 2000 compared to approximately 13 percent for the state and the nation. Even more dramatic growth of 50 percent is projected for the 2000 - 2010 period. Acquiring quality Real Estate will soon be beyond the reach of most Americans as the population continues to increase. Furthermore, with extremely beautiful weather and thousands of recreational and entertainment activities, investing in California land can be considered an excellent investment for generations to come! Comparable land in the same area has listed or sold for between $6,000 – $10,000 or more per acre. For a price comparison, you can view a list of other sellers properties at: Comparable Listings Comparable Listings Comparable Listings YOU ARE BIDDING ON THE FULL PRICE OF THIS PROPERTY (NOT PAYMENTS). The total and complete cost of this property is the $250.00 doc/prep fee (see details below) plus the winning bid amount. Payment must be made within 3 days of the auction close date. SIZE: 40.00 Acres APN: 061-030-009-000 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The South 1/2 of Lots 9 and 10 of Section 5, Township 10 South, Range 18 East, San Bernardino Base and Meridian, in the County of Imperial, State of California, according to the official plat of said land on file in the district land office STATE: CA COUNTY: ImperialGENERAL LOCATION: 40 Miles from Blythe, CA DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From Blythe, CA travel West on Interstate-10 for 18 miles to the Willy's Well Road exit. Turn left at Willy's Road and travel South for 8.8 miles to the intersection with Bradshaw Trail/Butterfield Trail. Turn right onto the Bradshaw Trail/Butterfield Trail and follow it to the southwest for 17 miles. At this point there is a turnoff for a road headed due south. Turn left onto this road and head due south for 3.35 mile to an intersection with an east-west running road. Turn left onto this road and head due east for 2.7 miles. At this point the northwestern corner of the property is approximately 2.23 miles due south. We strongly suggest getting the GPS waypoints (available from us) of the approximate location of the property if you are planning a site visit. Roads leading to the property may not have been completed and road signs may not be present. We are unable to note clear driving directions as we have not visited the property. Please see the “Special Note” below and check the detailed maps at the end of the posting for details. SPECIAL NOTE:These directions are being provided to you as an aid in helping you find the general area in which the property is located, not the exact location of the lot. The directions have been derived from several sources of information that have not involved a site visit but rather map and internet sources from an office. Other aids such as a GPS unit, plat, area or B.L.M maps may be required to find this property. If you are planning a site visit, Click Here.CONVEYANCE DOCUMENT: Grant DeedGENERAL ELEVATION: 1100 feet Information about our company and closing instructions: Please read this prior to making your bid. ZONING: Rural-Residential(see county for details) POWER: N/A PHONE: N/A WATER: N/A (well or alternative system) SEWER: N/A (septic or alternative system) ROADS: DirtPROPERTY TAX: Approximately $95/year. All property taxes are current.ASSOCIATION DUES: N/A COUNTY RECORDING FEE: $25.00 - paid by purchaser. TIME LIMIT TO BUILD: N/A TYPE OF TERRAIN: Flat to rolling with beautiful views PROPERTY PLAT MAP: Yes, see below. TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS: Yes, see below. AREA PHOTOS: Yes; see below. INTERNAL CODE: 061-030-009-000 To view photographs, please click on the links below. Plat map Area map 3D Topographical Map 2D Topographical Map State Map Street Map We took these pictures, and all of the pictures in this posting, in the area of the property Several photos near the property Please note that we purchased this property specifically for resale. Nearly all of the information we know about the property is in the posting. We have not conducted a site visit. All of the research we completed regarding this property was conducted in our offices in Scottsdale, Arizona and the offices of our contracted agents. Important Note: Our company will not offer "Second Chance Offers". Please review the information at this link for details. On Nov-14-08 at 10:01:42 PST, seller added the following information: To view a copy of the title policy that we obtained when we purchased this property, copy and paste the following address into your internet browser:http://www.missionauctionproperties.com/CA/Imperial/titlepolicy/061-030-009-000.pdf Place a Bid!