Loma | Mesa County

Nestled on the western edge of the state, the unincorporated town of Loma presents a taste of rural living that's not far from all the city amenities you need. Loma is located just west of Fruita on Highway 50, not far off Interstate 70. The town has a small downtown area and a population of about 1,300 residents. Most residents live in the rural area north of the highways. McInnis Canyon Conservation Area and the majestic Colorado River are immediately south of the roads.

Most of the Loma real estate for sale is near the main intersection of town: Highway 50 and 13 Road. Loma begins on the east side around 17 Road, extending from the I-70 north to 18 Road BLM Campground. It heads west to Douglass Pass Road, continuing west to East Sale Creek. The town's boundary turns south, heading past Highline Lake and following G Road all the way south to Highway 6 and I-70.

Loma homes for sale in the core vary in price and size, but several houses are available to purchase for under $700,000. Homes in this area are more prominent, typically with three or more bedrooms and around 2,000 square feet of living space. Single-family homes for sale in Loma and mostly primary residences; there aren't a lot of second homes or vacation rentals. There are several ranch-style walkout homes with three or four bedrooms that are a great fit for families who want to enjoy small-town living that's not overly remote.

Further from the town's heart are more rural properties, farmland, and pastures - mostly north of the interstate. South of the interstate is mostly wilderness, but there are a few opportunities to build or buy the home of your dreams along the Colorado River. Pollock Canyon, south of the river, presents vacant land to construct your dream home and have few neighbors.

There is a lot of land in and around Loma managed by the state's Bureau of Lang Management. The Loma Boat Launch State Wildlife Area south of Loma provides easy access to the Colorado River for rafting, paddle boarding, and fly-fishing.

Neighborhood Highlights:

• The Loma Community Park is a family-friendly recreation area with a small playground.
• Loma is ideally situated between Denver and Salt Lake City. Denver is about 260 miles east of Loma, and SLC is around 265 miles to the west. Grand Junction is about 16 miles east of Loma. Fruita is only eight miles to the east of town.
• One of the main draws of Loma is its proximity to Moab, Utah, and its endless outdoor adventures. From Loma, you can be fishing, biking, hiking, or riding your Razr in less than an hour and a half.
• Highline Lake State Park is a fantastic weekend destination only a few miles from Loma. The park has picnic areas for a wonderful bluebird lunch by the lake, or you can enjoy swimming, boating, fishing, and stand-up paddleboarding. There is a dedicated swimming area, boat launch, and picnic facilities.
• The popular Kokopelli Trail trailhead is located just south of town. The 142-mile trail passes through McInnis Canyons National Conservation Area.