When was property at 8284 U.S. 50 built and last sold?

The property at 8284 U.S. 50 was built in 1954 and last sold on Jul 18, 2013 for $215,000.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 8284 U.S. 50 is $604,990.

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Howard

81233

8284 US Highway 50

$599,000

● House - For Sale

8284 US Highway 50

Howard, CO 81233

8 Beds

1 Bath

4,196 Ft²

$3,150

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Rare investment opportunity with excellent income potential! Formerly a motel, this unique property has been thoughtfully converted into a thriving apartment complex. It features a single-family log home (1,388 sq ft) plus five rental apartments totaling 2,808 sq ft. The main home is move-in ready, offering two comfortable bedrooms, a spacious third bedroom with access to the back patio, and a bright bonus room currently used as a workout space. The five rental apartments include three 1-bed/1-bath apartments (approximately 24' x 24'), all currently rented, and two additional studio apartment. Each rental features restored oak flooring, access to shared laundry facilities, and inviting outdoor sitting areas. Centrally located, the property is just a short walk to the Arkansas River-renowned for Gold Medal fishing-and only minutes from skiing, rafting, hiking, and more well-positioned for strong rental demand. Whether you're looking to live on-site and offset expenses or expand your investment portfolio, this is a true diamond in the rough!

Unit Size

4,196 Ft²

Days on Market

293 days

Land Size

1.00 acres

Price per sqft

$143

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$208

HOA Dues

Year Built

1954

Listed By

Susan Hughes

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Pinon Real Estate Group LLC

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Last updated: 10 months ago (REcolorado MLS #8929665)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Dec 20, 2025	Relisted	$599,000
Relisted
Nov 8, 2025	In contract	-
In contract
Aug 19, 2025	Price Decreased	$599,000 ↓ $51K (7.9%)
Price Decreased
May 22, 2025	Listed by Pinon Real Estate Group LLC	$650,000
Listed by Pinon Real Estate Group LLC
May 25, 2019	No longer available	-
No longer available
May 15, 2019	Listed	$675,000
Listed

	This unique rustic motel is an excellent investment opportunity in the Central Colorado Rocky Mountains at the foothills of the San De Cristo Mountain range. Located on US HWY 50 just 12 minutes east of Salida, Colorado in the small town of Howard. Main residential unit recently updated and 3 of 5 motel apartments recently updated. Laundry room attached to motel apartments. Detached 400' S.F. Workshop, 400' S.F. Storage area, 140' S.F. Man/Kids cave, nice garden and leisure area. With some basic spring and fall preparations, this property is easy to run year round, and the rustic style and real wood finishes make the property easy to maintain. The Arkansas river with Gold Medal fishing is a minute away and all the recreation Colorado has to offer is right here in the Heart of Colorado. World Class Skiing at Monarch Mountain is 35 minutes West on the Continental Divide. If you are in the market for a true mom & pop, owner operated business lifestyle than this may be your opportunity. The manager has listed the unit size as 3740 square feet.
Jul 22, 2013	Sold	Premium
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Sep 19, 2005	Sold	Premium
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Property Highlights

Garage

Fireplace

Parking Details

Has Garage

Garage Spaces: 10

Interior Details

Full Bathrooms: 1

Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island

Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Has Fireplace

Fireplace Features: Living Room, Single Fireplace

Exterior Details

Square Footage: 4196

Square Footage Source: $0

Property Condition: Not New, Previously Owned

Architectural Style: Ranch, Chalet

Year Built: 1954

Building Area Total: 4196

Levels: One

Window Features: Window Coverings, Double Pane Windows

Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Concrete

Patio and Porch Features: Patio

Lot Features: Level, Gutters, Abuts Public Open Space

Lot Size Area: 43560

Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Lot Size Acres: 1

Lot Size Square Feet: 43560

Financial Details

Tax Annual Amount: $2,500

Utilities Details

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)

Heating Type: Forced Air, Wood Stove

Sewer : Septic Tank, Septic

Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1954

Effective Year Built: 1965
Building Count: 2
Total Rooms: 4
Bedroom Count: 2
Bathroom Count: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Building Condition: 2
Building Quality: 10
Construction Type: 17
Building Style: 26
Exterior Walls Type: 9
Interior Walls Type: 3
Roof Shape Type: 7
Roof Cover Type: 3
Floor Count: 100
Floor Cover: 9
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 0
Parking Space Count: 0
Patio Type: 0
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 42,989

Total Building Area: 1,348
Gross Building Area: 1,388
Building Area: 1,348
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 0

Heating: 4
Heated Square Feet: 1,348
Heating Fuel Type: 0

Utilities

Sewer System: 0

Water Service: 0

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: M & B OR UNKNOWN
Land Acres: 0000000986
Standard Land Use Code: 1012
County Land Use Code: 1112
Legal Description 1: A TR OF LD IN THE E2NE4 OF SEC 3-48-10 TR-109 DESC AS FOLL: COMM AT A PT ON THE CTR LN OF U S HWY 50 WH THE SW COR OF SEC

Neighborhood

School District Name: Cotopaxi School District RE-3

Census Tract: 979001

Geography

Account Number: R027025

Parcel: 78002110
Meridian: SEC 03 TWN 48 RNG 10
Latitude: 38.4449
Longitude: -105.84

Address

Full Address: 8284 Us Highway 50

Address - House Number: 8284
Address - Street Name: Us Highway 50
State: CO
City Name: Howard
Carrier Code: H073
4-Digit Zip Code: 9528
Zip Code: 81233

Valuation

Tax

Total Area: 2,376

Tax Year: 2023
Tax Amount: $254,160
Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2022
Tax Rate Code Area: 39C

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.1897

Valuation Date: Feb 28, 2024
Confidence Score: 74
Final Value: 560,498
High Value: 666,829
Low Value: 454,167

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $292,545

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $50,330

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Jul 18, 2013

Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 22, 2013
Current Sale Price:

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Current Sale Document Type: 71
Current Sale Input Document Number: 909798
Previous Sale Recording Date: Sep 19, 2005
Previous Sale Contract Date: Sep 15, 2005
Previous Sale Amount: $185,000
Previous Sale Document Type: 71

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Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$614,000

Sale Price/ft²

$359

Below Asking

0.05%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2524 ft²

Average Home Age

54.1 years

Currently For Sale

19 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Susan Hughes, Pinon Real Estate Group LLC
Last Updated: 10 months ago
Data Source: REcolorado MLS, MLS# 8929665

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