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$850,000

ACTIVE

Beds

Baths

Sqft

957

Acres

2.98

Year

1909

Days on Site

32 Days

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$888

Date Listed

Jul 30, 2026

Description of 281 County Road 83, Boulder, CO 80302

Listing details for 281 County Road 83, Boulder, CO 80302 : 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.

Listing Updated : 09-01-2026 at 4:47 AM MDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$850,000

MLS #ID

RECIR1065393

Price

$850,000

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

957

Acres

2.98

Year

1909

Days on Site

32 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$888

Date Listed

Jul 30, 2026

Location

Street Address

281 County Road 83

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

ZIP Code

80302

County

Boulder

Neighborhood / 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.

Schools

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

School District

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Total Square Feet

957

Above Grade Square Feet

957

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1909

Style

Contemporary

Construction Materials

Frame

Roof

Metal

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$888

Lot Features

Cul-De-Sac and Level

Lot Size (Sq Ft)

129,692

Lot Size (Acres)

2.98

Zoning

Interior Details

Interior Features

No Stairs and Pantry

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer and Water Softener

Window Features

Double Pane Windows

Fireplace

Fireplace Features

Free Standing and Living Room

Heating

Ductless, Propane, Wall Furnace and Wood Stove

Cooling

Air Conditioning-Room and Ductless

Exterior Details

Garage

Patio & Porch Features

Deck

Fencing

Fenced and Partial

View

Mountain(s)

Water Source

Well

Sewer

Septic Tank

Additional Features

Utilities

Electricity Available and Internet Access (Wired)

Road Surface Type

Gravel

Road Frontage Type

Public

Taxes, HOA & Financing

Annual Property Tax

$3,884.00

HOA Fee Includes

None

Room Details

Room Type	Level	Dimensions
Office	Main	11 × 7
Bathroom Three Quarter	Main	—
Bedroom	Main	12 × 9
Living Room	Main	15 × 12
Laundry	Main	7 × 7
Kitchen	Main	13 × 12
Bedroom	Main	11 × 9
Dining Room	Main	12 × 8

Listing Provided By

Sara Groem, 3032321111, Open Real Estate

Source

recolorado as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: RECIR1065393

For more information on this listing contact us at 303-955-4220

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Property History

DateEventPrice

7/30/2026

Listed for sale

$850,000 +9.1%

$888/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1065393

10/1/2024

Sold

$779,000 -5.6%

$814/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1012149

6/14/2024

Listed for sale

$825,000

$862/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1012149

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