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420 Morrison Ln Empire, CO 80438

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$150,000

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Beds

Baths

Sqft

600

Acres

0.07

Year

1958

Close Date

Apr 10, 2025

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$250

Date Listed

Oct 6, 2022

Description of 420 Morrison Ln, Empire, CO 80438

Listing details for 420 Morrison Ln, Empire, CO 80438 : If you've been looking for the ideal mountain getaway, this is it! Tucked away at the base of Berthoud Pass, this place is the outdoor lovers dream. This home is at the end of a road and backed by forest service land which makes you feel completely secluded, yet you are just minutes from the towns of Empire, Idaho Springs, or Georgetown, and endless recreation. This cute home comes fully furnished with rustic cabin decor. Throw some wood in the fireplace and cozy up on those cold nights. Within just minutes from ski resorts, backcountry skiing, hiking trails, fishing, and any other summer/winter activities that you may desire, this is such a great place to escape to! This home CANNOT be used as a primary residence or short term rental. There is no water to the home. It is a CASH only sale, sold AS-IS. It is on a Forest Service Land Lease which is paid annually. More info on the forest service cabin program can be found at www.nationalforesthomeowners.org.

Listing Updated : 06-11-2026 at 4:56 AM MDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$150,000

MLS #ID

REC4166118

Close Price

$150,000

Close Date

Apr 10, 2025

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

600

Acres

0.07

Year

1958

Days on Site

75 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$250

Date Listed

Oct 6, 2022

Location

Street Address

420 Morrison Ln

City

Empire

State

Colorado

ZIP Code

80438

County

Clear Creek

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Empire

Driving Directions

I-70 to Exit 232 Empire. Follow Highway 40 through Empire for about 3.5 miles. Turn left on Morrison Lane. Follow until 416 Morrison Ln. Slight left onto driveway, follow all the way up to 420 Morrison Ln.

Schools

Elementary School

Georgetown Community School

Middle School

Clear Creek

High School

Clear Creek

School District

Clear Creek RE-1

Home Specification

Total Square Feet

600

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1958

Style

Cottage

Construction Materials

Log

Roof

Composition

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$250

Lot Features

Borders National Forest, Many Trees, Mountainous, Near Ski Area, Rock Outcropping and Secluded

Lot Size (Acres)

0.07

Interior Details

Appliances

Oven and Refrigerator

Flooring

Laminate

Fireplace

Yes

Fireplace Count

Fireplace Features

Free Standing and Wood Burning Stove

Heating

Wood and Wood Stove

Cooling

None

Exterior Details

Garage

Patio & Porch Features

Deck and Wrap Around

Exterior Features

Private Yard

Fencing

None

Water Source

Spring

Sewer

Septic Tank

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

None

Room Details

Room Type	Level
Living Room	Main
Kitchen	Main
Bathroom Three Quarter	Main

Listing Provided By

Ilene Schwartz, (303) 674-6667, Coldwell Banker Realty 28

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Property History

DateEventPrice

4/10/2025

Sold

$150,000 -33.3%

$250/sqft

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recolorado #REC4166118

10/6/2022

Listed for sale

$225,000

$375/sqft

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