Property ID: 1075
20 Acres Homestead with Public Land
Elko County, Nevada
20
Open Space District
Homesteading, Off the Grid, Home
Description
Secure your 'Plan B' today. 20 acres of off-grid freedom with easy monthly terms. Stop worrying about the future and own a big piece of land that is all yours. This 20-acre property is the perfect place to grow your own food and live off the land. You will have plenty of room to build a small home and keep animals like chickens or goats. There is so much open space around you that you will never feel crowded. You can start your own private farm today.Main Highlights:• Own 20 big acres where you can grow your own food and live a simple life.• Build a cozy home or keep animals like chickens and goats with plenty of room to roam.• Enjoy peace and quiet because your land sits right next to thousands of acres of open space.• Direct BLM Adjacency: This isn’t just 20 acres—it’s a private gateway to thousands of acres of public territory. Bordering BLM land on your property line gives you a "permanent backyard".Area Highlights:Elko County is widely considered one of the last frontiers for true homesteading in the American West. The area is defined by its high-desert landscape and a local culture that deeply values self-reliance and property rights. For a homesteader, the appeal lies in the lack of "red tape"—Elko is known for its flexible zoning, particularly in Open Space OS districts, which typically allow for a mix of off-grid housing, livestock, and small-scale farming without the overbearing restrictions found in more developed counties. The natural environment is perfectly suited for those who want to harness the elements. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Elko is a premier location for solar power, allowing homesteaders to skip the massive expense of hauling in power lines. While the climate is arid, the county sits over several significant groundwater basins. Under Nevada law, most rural owners can apply for a domestic well permit, which allows for enough water to support a single-family home and a small non-commercial garden or a few head of livestock—the foundational "bread and butter" of a self-sufficient lifestyle.Community support is another hidden gem of the region. Between the Elko Grown local food network and a robust presence from the Nevada Farm Bureau, new homesteaders aren't left entirely on their own. You’ll find a community of like-minded ranchers and growers who understand the unique challenges of high-desert agriculture. Whether you are looking to raise goats, chickens, or hardy "high-altitude" crops, this area provides the space, the legal freedom, and the independent spirit needed to build a life from the ground up. • Freedom-First Zoning: Enjoy flexible land-use rules that make off-grid building and hobby farming simple and hassle-free. • Like-Minded Neighbors: Join a welcoming community of self-reliant homesteaders who value privacy and helping one another. • Perfectly Positioned: Get the best of both worlds with a peaceful, remote feel that is still within easy reach of local shops, supplies, and growing town services.
Location
1075
N/A
Ryndon
Nevada
89801
Elko County
41.0746255820656, -115.40808684247867
NW:41.07560, -115.41059 NE: 41.07551, -115.40553 SW: 41.07375, -115.41060 SE: 41.07363, -115.40552
1. The "Ryndon Connection" (Minutes Away) Ryndon Gas & Grocery: This is your primary hub. For a homesteader, it’s the place for quick fuel runs, propane, and basic supplies without the 25-minute drive into Elko. The Ryndon Store & Bar: This serves as the unofficial community center. It’s where you meet other people living off-grid in the area to talk about road conditions, well depths, and local news. 2. The Humboldt River (Natural Resource) The property is located north of the Humboldt River. While your land is high and dry, having the river nearby is a huge draw for homesteaders interested in local ecology, seasonal fishing, and exploring the riparian habitats that support local wildlife. 3. Ruby Mountains & Lamoille Canyon (The "Backyard") You are roughly 30-40 minutes from the Ruby Mountains. Known as the "Alps of Nevada," this area is vital for homesteaders for high-altitude recreation, but also for sourcing firewood (with permits) and enjoying a cooler climate during the peak of summer. Lamoille Canyon: Offers incredible hiking and alpine lakes, providing a massive contrast to the high-desert landscape of your 20 acres. 4. Elko’s "Big City" Resources (20-25 Minutes) Unlike the very remote parts of the county, this location allows for a "hybrid" homesteading life where you can still hold a job or run errands in Elko easily. Western National Stockman: A critical resource for anyone planning to keep livestock or horses near Ryndon. Home Depot & Walmart: Having these within a 20-minute drive is a massive advantage for someone building their own cabin or fence. It saves thousands in delivery fees and hours of travel time compared to more remote parcels. 5. Adventure & Public Land (Right Next Door) Direct BLM Access: Since your land borders public land, your "backyard" effectively extends for miles. This is a dream for homesteaders who want to hunt, forage, or explore on ATVs without ever having to load their gear onto a trailer.
Property Specifics
007-12L-019
23.42
No
0
Property Characteristics
20
Square
Rolling
5,480 ft - 5,520 ft (40 ft difference)
BLM
Access Through BLM
Approx: 1320' x 660
Building Information
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OS (Open Space District) - Elko
4-2-1: OS, OPEN SPACE DISTRICT: The open space exclusive district is intended to provide protection for agricultural areas from urban development of residential subdivisions, and to serve as an open space area around the more intensive urban uses of the county of Elko. Noncommercial seasonal recreation activities not requiring fixed improvements including hunting, fishing, camping, horseback riding, ball games, archery, picnicking, snowmobiling, skiing and similar uses allowed. (Ord. 1975-A, 3-5-1975, eff. 4-1-1975) (A) Permitted Uses: The following principal uses are permitted in the OS district provided there is full compliance with the definition of agriculture: 1. Botanical conservatory. 2. Field and truck crops. 3. Orchards and vineyards. 4. Nurseries and greenhouses. 5. Crop drying. 6. Dairies and the processing of dairy products. 7. Animal breeding and raising, including horses, swine, sheep, goats, cattle, rabbits and similar animals. 8. Aviary. 9. Riding academies and stables. 10. Poultry raising, eggs and hatcheries. 11. Hay and straw sale and storage. 12. Pasture. 13. Livestock ranches. 14. Vegetable or flower farms. 15. Necessary housing for farm workers whose employment is necessary to agricultural operations conducted on the same parcel of land. 16. Apiary (beehives). 17. Home occupations. 18. Family cemetery. See section 4-8-14 of this title. (Ord. 1975-A, 3-5-1975, eff. 4-1-1975; amd. Ord. 1993-U, 1-6-1994, eff. 1-24-1994; Ord. 2002-H, 8-8-2002, eff. 9-11-2002) (B) Conditional Uses: The following are conditional uses in the OS district, permitted only when authorized by the planning commission: 1. Recreational lodge. 2. Church. 3. School, attendance at which satisfies the requirements of the compulsory education laws of the state. 4. Utility or public service facility, when operating requirements necessitate its location within the district. 5. Park, playground or community recreation area operated by a governmental agency or nonprofit community organization. 6. Golf course. 7. Permanent farm labor camp. 8. Bed and breakfast. 9. One guesthouse per parcel. (Ord. 1975-A, 3-5-1975, eff. 4-1-1975; amd. Ord. 1993-U, 1-6-1994, eff. 1-24-1994; Ord. 2015-07, 4-1-2015, eff. 4-17-2015) (C) Accessory Uses: Subject to the above provisions, uses customarily incidental to any of the listed permitted uses may be maintained, and specifically the following: 1. Residence of the owner, owners, lessee or lessor of the kind upon which use is conducted. 2. Residence of bona fide employees. 3. Approved incidental uses pertaining to conditional uses when authorized by the planning commission. 4. All necessary farm storage, administration or other buildings or enclosures customarily required for the efficient operation of any of the permitted uses. (Ord. 1975-A, 3-5-1975, eff. 4-1-1975) (D) Minimum Parcel Size: The minimum parcel size of land in an open space zoning district shall be one-sixteenth (1/16) of a cadastral survey section or forty (40) acres. No parcel shall have an average width of less than five hundred feet (500'). (Ord. 06-2010, 8-5-2010, eff. 9-10-2010) (E) Yards: The minimum requirements for yards shall be as follows: Front yard 50 feet Rear yard 30 feet Side yard 20 feet (Ord. 1975-A, 3-5-1975, eff. 4-1-1975)
https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/elkocountynv/latest/elkocounty_nv/0-0-0-1114
Livestock - Permitted Shipping Container - Permitted Sheds - Permitted Density - The minimum parcel size in an open space zoning district is one-sixteenth (1/16) of a cadastral survey section or forty (40) acres. No parcel can have an average width of less than 500 feet. Produce - Permitted Kennel - Only for personal use and not commercial, boarding, training or breeding Time Limits to Build - Building permits are good for 180 days after issuance and are extended another 180 days after each required inspection. Tiny homes - Permitted
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes - With Permit
Yes
Yes
No
Once Loan Paid or Cash
No
Allowable Uses
28 Days in one place or you need to move your RV around the lot. If you want to live in the RV you will need a septic
Yes
Yes - 28 Days in one place or you need to move your RV around the lot.
Yes
Yes
Camping, Sightseeing, Stargazing, Off Grid, Homesteading, Animals, Drone Racing, Solar Harvesting, Shooting, Wind Harvesting, Rockhounding, Hunting, Camping
Water
None
Would need to drill a well or haul water
Yes
Yes
Yes
Sewer, Septic or Other
No
Yes
Electricity
Available
Solar or Generator
Contact Zoning & Planning
Yes
Yes
Gas
No
Yes
Flexible plans for your needs
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