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38539 US Highway 285
$1,620,000
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38539 US Highway 285

Jefferson, CO 80456
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
0 Bath
square feet
1,896 Ft²
$8,363
Est. Monthly

About This Property

LIVE, WORK & INVEST IN JEFFERSON

Welcome to the iconic Hungry Moose Caboose in scenic Jefferson-a truly rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind lifestyle property rich in history, character, and multiple income streams. This is a turn key business opportunity.
Originally built in the early 1880s as a depot on the Colorado Southern Railroad line-later part of the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad-this remarkable property is a designated historic site and a well-known landmark for locals and travelers alike.
Step inside and experience a living piece of Colorado history. Original wood floors in the kitchen, living room, and main bedroom showcase saw blade marks, hand-forged square nails, and even rail grease stains from its time as a working freight room. The natural wear patterns between rooms reflect its past life as a bustling ticket office and passenger waiting area.
Beyond its historic charm, the property offers exceptional income potential. The established food business draws steady traffic with its popular locally sourced beef hamburgers, while an additional commercial space-previously a successful cafe-style coffee and ice cream concept-offers room for expansion or new ideas. With prime highway frontage and summer traffic counts approaching 10,000 cars per day, exposure is outstanding.
Additional opportunities include a proven VRBO rental, another commercial space ready for lease, and a vintage caboose with exciting potential for a one-of-a-kind guest experience.
Unit Size
1,896 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
1.82 acres
Price per sqft
$854
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$408
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1920

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Last updated: 6 months ago (REcolorado MLS #IRE7383077)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
May 2, 2026 Listed $1,620,000
Listed
Dec 28, 2021 Sold
Sold
Jun 15, 2021 Listed by Colorado Home Realty $545,000
Listed by Colorado Home Realty
Live / Work Opportunity for the Outdoor Enthusiast! Live extraordinarily in this gorgeous 1920’s railroad depot updated, permitted and recorded on the National Historic Registry! With a few appliances make the depot your home! Bursting with Victorian charm it boasts soaring 12 foot ceilings, rustic woodwork and hardware, oak plank floorboards and a possibility of expansion into the tall attic space. For the last 20 years the property has been renovated and updated to serve as the Hungry Moose Caboose restaurant with a newer commercial kitchen, ice cream parlor, beer and wine garden that includes ample parking and an awesome location. This is a natural spot to stop and take in the breathtaking views after coming over Kenosha Pass which translates to an unbelievable commercial opportunity for the entrepreneur! Live in the Depot while you build your brand, open new businesses or residences (talk to the County about affordable housing incentives) or lease out the existing spaces to other tenants. This mountain community is growing fast, and as a business owner you’d literally have the market cornered. With Georgia Pass, the Colorado Trail, Jefferson Lake, and Tarryall Reservoir right out your back door, this 1.53 acres of commercially zoned property abutting Highway 285 is one of Colorado’s most travelled highways from the metro areas of Denver and Colorado Springs into the mountains. Bring your dream here, to the Jefferson Depot, at the base of the Continental Divide! (Don't forget to have your agent print out the attached docs detailing improvements included with sale such as a new commercial septic system and much more). Information provided herein is from sources deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is provided without the intention that any buyer rely upon it. Listing Broker takes no responsibility for its accuracy and all information must be independently verified by buyers.
Jun 2, 2019 No longer available -
No longer available
Oct 12, 2018 Listed $635,000
Listed
Historic Jefferson Depot (Circa 1880) Hungry Moose Caboose, Ice Cream Shack & Depot Beer and Wine Garden. Many New improvements including Heating, Plumbing, Insulation & Roof to name a few. Real Estate, Liquor License, Ford Model T, All kitchen equipment, Operating procedures & Inspection reports are included in the Sale. Daily traffic count in 2016 5,400 vehicles a day.
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Property Highlights

Parking Available
Parking Details
Has Garage
Parking Features: Off Street
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Microwave, Some Furniture
Basement: Slab
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 1896
Square Footage Source: $0
Year Built: 1881
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Lot Features: Level, Paved, Outbuildings
Lot Size Area: 79279.2
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 1.82
Lot Size Square Feet: 79279.2
Water Source: Well
Financial Details
Tax Annual Amount: $4,891
Utilities Details
Heating Type: Baseboard, Electronic Air Filter
Sewer : Septic Tank

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1920
  • Effective Year Built: 1948
  • Building Count: 2
  • Total Rooms: 4
  • Bedroom Count: 1
  • Bathroom Count: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 9
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 19
  • Exterior Walls Type: 19
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 100
  • 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: 49,658
  • Total Building Area: 948
  • Gross Building Area: 948
  • Building Area: 948
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 948
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 4
  • Water Service: 5

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: COMMERCIAL
  • Land Acres: 0000001140
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • Legal Description 1: T08 R75 S05 SW4 STRIP OF LAND 65X943 THRU TOWN SITE OF JEFFERSON DESC R492945 5-8-75

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Park County School District RE-2
  • Census Tract: 000400

Geography

  • Account Number: 2204
  • Parcel: R0002204
  • Latitude: 39.3772
  • Longitude: -105.801

    Address

  • Full Address: 38539 Us Highway 285
  • Address - House Number: 38539
  • Address - Street Name: Us Highway 285
  • State: CO
  • City Name: Jefferson
  • Carrier Code: H032
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 5034
  • Zip Code: 80456

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $424,512
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2018
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 0003

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $315,843
  • Market Land Value: $40,332
  • Market Improvement Value: $275,511

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $91,594
  • Assessed Land Value: $11,696
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $79,898

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 24, 2020
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jun 24, 2020
  • Current Sale Document Type: 34
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 766755
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Nov 21, 2011
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Nov 18, 2011
  • Previous Sale Amount: $278,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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When was property at 38539 US Highway 285 built and last sold?
The property at 38539 US Highway 285 was built in 1920 and last sold on Jun 24, 2020 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 38539 US Highway 285 is $1,586,925.
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