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$850,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 957 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 days ago
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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.

Full Property Details for 281 Co Rd 83

General

  • Price: $850,000
  • Taxes: $3,884 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: IRES
  • MLS ID: 1065393
  • Updated: 8/2/2026
  • Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Free Standing, Living Room
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Water Softener Owned, Water Purifier Owned, Disposal, Fire Alarm

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck

Parking

  • Parking Features: None
  • Garage Description: None

Location

  • Area: Boulder
  • County: Boulder
  • Subdivision: Sunshine Canyon Area
  • Driving Directions: From Broadway, head west on Mapleton Ave, which becomes Sunshine Canyon. Go 5.5 miles and turn right on County Road 83. Driveway is .3 miles on left. There's also a driveway access further down, next to 479 CR 83.

School Information

  • School District: Boulder Valley Dist RE2
  • Elementary School: Flatirons
  • Middle School: Casey
  • High School: Boulder

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s), Ductless
  • Heating Type: Wood Stove, 2 or more Heat Sources, Wall Furnace, Ductless

Utilities

  • Gas: Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Utility Description: Electricity Available, Propane, Wood/Coal, Satellite Available, High-Speed Internet Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
  • Roof: Metal
  • Square Feet: 957
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Living Area: 957 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1909

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Storage

Lot Features

  • Property View: Hills
  • Lot Size (Acres): 2.98
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 129,692
  • Frontage: County Maintained
  • Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
  • Fence: Yes
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Level, Outbuildings, House Faces East, Unincorporated
  • Potential Use: Single-Family
  • Zoning: F
  • Fencing (Description): Partial, Wood

Horse Property

  • Horse Facility Desc.: Zoning Appropriate for 2 Horses

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Windows

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $3,884
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA, 1031 Exchange

Disclosures and Reports

  • Special Conditions: Private Owner
  • Exclusions: Personal property
  • Property ID: R0058676

Listed by Open Real Estate (303) 232-1111

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Schools serving 281 Co Rd 83

School District:Boulder Valley School District Re-2
NameGradesDistance
Flatirons Elementary School
1150 7th Street, Boulder, CO 80302
K-55.7 mi
Casey Middle School
1301 High Street, Boulder, CO 80304
6-85.3 mi
Boulder High School
1604 Arapahoe Avenue, Boulder, CO 80302
9-126 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 281 Co Rd 83 Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/30/2026
Listed
$850,000
9.11%
MLS
10/01/2024
Sold
$779,000
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Tax History for 281 Co Rd 83

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,884
15%
$42,283
8%
2024
$3,387
2%
$39,215
-9%
2023
$3,327
14%
$42,900
23%
2021
$2,928
-5%
$34,758
3%
2022
$3,086
5%
$33,784
14%
2021
$2,928
18%
$29,587
—
2019
$2,482
20%
$29,587
22%
2018
$2,062
3%
$24,249
—
2017
$2,002
11%
$24,249
14%
2016
$1,803
6%
$21,190
—
2015
$1,705
3%
$21,190
8%
2014
$1,655
2%
$19,609
—
2013
$1,618
—
$19,609
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281 County Road 83, Boulder, CO 80302 (MLS# 1065393) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 0 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 281 County Road 83 is currently listed for $850,000 and was received on July 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 281 County Road 83? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Boulder? You can browse all Boulder real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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