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Sunshine 80302
281 County Road 83
$850,000
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281 County Road 83

Boulder, CO 80302
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
0 Bath
square feet
957 Ft²
$4,498
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Escape to the serenity of Sunshine Canyon, where this thoughtfully renovated mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and convenience just 10 minutes from downtown Boulder. Whether you're looking for a peaceful full-time residence or a weekend cabin getaway, this property provides an exceptional opportunity to enjoy mountain living with room to grow. Renovated in 2020, the home features a modern kitchen and bathroom, a durable metal roof, four energy-efficient mini-splits for heating and cooling, and a cozy wood-burning stove. Three detached outbuildings offer endless possibilities for a home office, studio, workshop, or storage. Enjoy the tranquility of mountain living without sacrificing modern conveniences, including Starlink high-speed internet, food and grocery delivery, and ride-sharing services that make everyday living surprisingly easy. Set on almost 3 acres and surrounded by towering trees and fresh mountain air, this unique property also features a Ring camera system and offers the peace of canyon living with all the convenience of being just minutes from downtown Boulder.
Unit Size
957 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
2.98 acres
Price per sqft
$888
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$324
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1909

Listed By

Sara Groem
Open Real Estate Inc.

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Last updated: 3 months ago (IRES MLS #IRE1065393)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 30, 2026 Listed $850,000
Listed
Oct 1, 2024 Sold
Sold
Jun 14, 2024 Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty 02 $800,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty 02
TURN-KEY charm, privacy, and location all in one! This COMPLETELY renovated home, at a "hard to find price" in highly desired Sunshine Canyon is just 10 minutes to downtown. Remodeled in 2020, every inch of space was thoughtfully designed and utilized; it boasts a new metal roof, luxury kitchen, modern bath and 4 mini-splits that provide AC and heat, along with a wood burning stove that can heat the entire home. A custom, sliding barn door hides the washer & dryer. Get away from the hustle & bustle of downtown with a meditative drive home to relax and contemplate in a quiet, serene setting among whispering trees and fresh air. There are 3 outbuildings, one built in 2020, which could easily become a yoga studio, playhouse, or another office. Easy to insure as upper Sunshine Canyon area has been mitigated compared to other canyons! Open House , Sat, Aug.10th, 11 am-1 pm
Jun 13, 2005 Listed $375,000
Listed
Rare Sunshine Canyon find. 1906 Mountain Cottage updated with hot water baseboard heat, built-in fire supression sprinkler system, quality double pane wood windows & updated bath & kitchen. Boundary survey available. Lot extends across County Road 83. This is less than 10 minutes from 4th & Mapleton. Several outbuildings on lot. Great opportunity to have prime Sunshine Canyon location at reasonable price. EASY to show! Bedrooms do not have closets.
Nov 6, 1973 Sold
Sold

Property Highlights

Air Conditioning
Fireplace
With View
Parking Details
Parking Features: None
Interior Details
Interior Features: Pantry, Separate Dining Room, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Appliances: Gas Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Water Purifier Owned, Disposal, Fire Alarm
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 957
Square Footage Source: $0
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1909
Levels: One
Other Structures: Storage
Construction Materials: Frame
Patio and Porch Features: Deck
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Level, Evergreen Trees, Outbuildings, House Faces East, Unincorporated
Lot Size Area: 129808.8
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 2.98
Lot Size Square Feet: 129808.8
Water Source: Well
Financial Details
Tax Annual Amount: $3,884
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s), Ductless
Heating Type: Wood Stove, Wall Furnace, Ductless, 2 or more Heat Sources
Sewer : Septic Tank

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1909
  • Effective Year Built: 1973
  • Building Count: 2
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Building Condition: 2
  • Building Quality: 10
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 11
  • Exterior Walls Type: 16
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 15
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 129,692
  • Total Building Area: 800
  • Gross Building Area: 800
  • Building Area: 800
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 10
  • Heated Square Feet: 800
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: SUNSHINE CANYON AREA
  • Land Acres: 0000002977
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1112
  • Legal Description 1: WASHBURN 2 SLY 600 FT 11804 GOLD HILL 2 AC & GOVT LOT 152 8-1N-71 PER DEED 1015852 11/89 TOTAL 3.26 ACS M/L ID 108706 COMB HERE/OWNER 5/95

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Boulder Valley School District RE-2
  • Census Tract: 013704

Zoning

  • Zoning: F

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: B32-J
  • Account Number: R0058676
  • Parcel: R0058676
  • Block: 11804
  • Lot: 152
  • Meridian: SEC 08 TWN 1N RNG 71
  • Municipality: MOUNTAIN
  • Latitude: 40.0616
  • Longitude: -105.367

    Address

  • Full Address: 281 County Road 83
  • Address - House Number: 281
  • Address - Street Name: County Road 83
  • State: CO
  • City Name: Boulder
  • Carrier Code: H060
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 9775
  • Zip Code: 80302

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $308,638
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 00-370

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1569
  • Valuation Date: Apr 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 80
  • Final Value: 639,962
  • High Value: 740,378
  • Low Value: 539,545

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $640,300
  • Market Land Value: $452,100
  • Market Improvement Value: $188,200

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $43,317
  • Assessed Land Value: $30,585
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $12,732

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 30, 1989
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 30, 1989
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 1015852
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Nov 06, 1973
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Nov 06, 1973
  • Previous Sale Amount: $7,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 27
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When was property at 281 County Rd 83 built and last sold?
The property at 281 County Rd 83 was built in 1909 and last sold on Nov 30, 1989 for $0.
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The estimated value of the home located at 281 County Rd 83 is $857,158.
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