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107 Bowie Rd, Penrose, Colorado

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Added On:10/02/2026

Last Updated:10/06/2026

Discover “La Milpa,” a one-of-a-kind Earthship home on 40.23 private acres in Penrose, blending distinctive Southwestern charm, solar power, natural light, and peaceful Colorado living. With a separate Lavender Cottage, courtyard, garage/workshop, and spectacular starry skies, this is more than a home—it’s a lifestyle all its own!

Green HomeSustainable HomeEarthship HomesSolar PanelsPassive SolarRammed EarthAdobe Construction

$499,910Asking Price (USD)

$2,369Annual Property Tax

3,022Square Feet

2 / 2Beds / Baths

40.2 acresLot Size

1994Year Built

$314Annual Power Consumption

Single Family HomeProperty Type

Listing ID : 28301

Key Green Features

Passive Solar

The back portion of the residence is built into the earth, while the south side opens to an impressive wall of glass that brings sunlight deep into the living spaces creating a passive solar design.

Native Landscaping

Surrounding La Milpa are 40.23 acres, giving this already unusual home an equally special setting. Native juniper and piñon are found throughout the property, adding to the natural Colorado landscape and creating a wonderful sense of privacy. The front courtyard of the home is surrounded by established natural landscaping that includes yucca, grasses, and mature trees. A drip irrigation system serves the courtyard vegetation, helping make this a comfortable outdoor space without taking away from the property's natural Southwestern setting.

Rainwater Harvesting

The main house gutters are currently hooked up to one water cistern for rainwater harvesting.

Eco-Friendly Materials

Rammed Earth

Where was this used? The substantial walls of the home were constructed using tires, cans, concrete, and earth before being finished with stucco. Three of its four walls benefit from the home's unusually substantial construction—the back wall is sheltered by the earth, while both side walls incorporate the thick earth-packed tire construction used throughout much of the home. The front wall adds an entirely different architectural element, with glass blocks positioned high in the wall to bring natural light into the room while maintaining privacy.

Property Description

Welcome to “LA MILPA,” a truly one-of-a-kind Earthship home on 40.23 private acres in Penrose! Built in 1994, this remarkable 3,022 sq ft home with 2 bedrooms, 1 full & 1 three-quarter bath blends passive-solar design, earth-sheltered construction and renewable energy with warm Southwestern character with A NEW ROOF TO BE INSTALLED! A long wall of south-facing glass fills the home with natural light, while the opposite side is sheltered by the earth and thick walls incorporate earth-packed tires and repurposed materials beneath the stucco finish. Inside, discover beautiful wood ceilings, tile floors, skylights with built-in blinds, architectural planters, 2 Kiva-style fireplaces, a Stow’s Duplex wood-burning stove, Family Room, Office/Den and spacious Kitchen with Sun Frost refrigerator and propane range. Solar with battery backup works alongside the Black Hills Energy grid, with a wind generator also present. Outside, enjoy a courtyard with pergola & Horno pizza/bread oven, 2-car garage/workshop, 2 chicken coops, 2 sheds and an underground cellar. The separate “Lavender Cottage” offers an additional 640 sq ft studio/retreat (included in total above grade sq ft) with exposed beams, skylights, propane heat, screened covered patio/sunroom and space for a future bath & mini kitchen—opening possibilities for guests, extended family or potential rental use, subject to applicable requirements. Private well & septic. Ownership includes a 1/44th interest in approximately 36-acre Rathke Park for additional recreation. This Byway of Colorado makes perfect location for commuting to Colorado Springs, Pueblo, or Canon City, in roughly 30 mins each way, while still enjoying peaceful country living. The private setting becomes even more magical after sunset with spectacular night skies and, at times, views of the Milky Way! La Milpa is not simply a home— it is an opportunity to experience a completely different way of living with the land.

Please reach out if interested for a listing packet with everything you could ever want: utilities estimates, inclusions, exclusions, zoning, floor plans, sellers property disclosure, detailed pictures with 3-D Matterport and drone videos.

Home Energy Evaluation

Glazing: N/A

Installed Appliances: N/A

Air Sealed: No

Energy-Star Appliances: N/A

Tankless Water Heater Installed: No

Home Health Evaluation

Water Purity: yes

Air Purity: N/A

Radon Test Date: N/A

Wall Finishes: N/A

Energy Cost Breakdown

Wood	$0
Electricity	$315

Property Website

Website: https://rgar.mlsmatrix.com/matrix/shared/nw00WtpqqD/107BowieRoad

Mortgage Calculator

Purchase Price ($)Down Payment

Loan Amount

$399,928

Annual Interest Rate

Loan Term (years)

Estimated Monthly Mortgage Payment

$2,501.57

Listing ID : 28301