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Beds

Baths

Sqft

4,411

Acres

36.15

Year

1985

Close Date

Sep 28, 2026

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$679

Date Listed

May 21, 2026

Description of 5411 Sunshine Canyon Dr, Boulder, CO 80302

Listing details for 5411 Sunshine Canyon Dr, Boulder, CO 80302 : RARE Fire-Resilient Mountain Sanctuary on 36.2 Private Gated Acres in Coveted Sunshine Canyon. Discover a true one-of-a-kind Boulder retreat just 10 minutes to downtown. This stunning 4,411 sq ft modern contemporary farmhouse survived the 2010 Four Mile Fire with its mature pines and aspens fully preserved - creating a lush, park-like oasis with exceptional natural fire resilience. A comprehensive 90% rebuild and expansion (2018-2026) exceeds Boulder County Class A fire code while delivering seamless indoor-outdoor resort-style living and panoramic mountain views. Highlights include a 45-ft private indoor lap pool (with new high-efficiency heat pump and fire cistern function), 10.56 kW solar PV system (~60% annual offset), custom walnut wine room, geothermal greenhouse (2024), tennis court, and 2,200+ sq ft of premium IPE fire-rated decks including a rooftop stargazing deck. Gourmet chef's kitchen with Wolf induction, Miele steam/convection appliances, and massive custom cherry island. Luxurious primary suite with air-jet spa tub and oversized steam shower. This sustainable, wellness-focused compound offers privacy, proven fire resilience, and timeless mountain luxury in one of Boulder's most desirable canyon locations. Offered with 2 1/2-car attached garage plus a structurally engineered 2-car carport with EV charger and Starlink connectivity. Plentiful hiking and biking trails nearby, Eldora Ski Resort 30 minutes away, and with the Sundance Film Festival arriving in 2027 for the next 10 years; home values will climb even higher!

Listing Updated : 09-28-2026 at 4:32 PM MDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$2,997,000

MLS #ID

IR1059783

Close Price

$2,997,000

Close Date

Sep 28, 2026

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

4,411

Acres

36.15

Year

1985

Days on Site

145 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$679

Date Listed

May 21, 2026

Location

Street Address

5411 Sunshine Canyon Dr

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

ZIP Code

80302

County

Boulder

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Sunshine Canyon Area

Driving Directions

From 4th and Mapleton, drive 5.4 miles up Sunshine Canyon. Driveway on left side of street. Enter via gated access. Home on right.

Schools

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

School District

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

1 Full

Total Square Feet

4,411

Above Grade Square Feet

4,411

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1985

Style

Contemporary

Construction Materials

Frame

Roof

Metal

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$679

Lot Features

Level and Meadow

Lot Size (Sq Ft)

1,574,694

Lot Size (Acres)

36.15

Zoning

Interior Details

Interior Features

Eat-in Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s) and Wet Bar

Appliances

Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator and Washer

Flooring

Tile and Wood

Window Features

Skylight(s) and Window Coverings

Fireplace

Fireplace Features

Family Room, Great Room and Primary Bedroom

Heating

Baseboard, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane and Radiant

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Details

Garage

Yes

Garage Spaces

Total Parking

Patio & Porch Features

Deck and Patio

Exterior Features

Balcony and Tennis Court(s)

Fencing

None

View

Mountain(s) and Plains

Water Source

Well

Sewer

Septic Tank

Additional Features

Utilities

Electricity Available and Internet Access (Wired)

Road Surface Type

Dirt,Paved

Road Frontage Type

Public

Taxes, HOA & Financing

Annual Property Tax

$12,202.00

HOA Fee Includes

None

Room Details

Room Type	Level	Dimensions
Bedroom	Main	15 × 28
Bedroom	—	13 × 13
Bedroom	—	16 × 10
Bedroom	Upper	16 × 11
Dining Room	Main	17 × 12
Great Room	Main	24 × 21
Kitchen	Main	21 × 16
Laundry	Main	14 × 11
Game Room	Main	17 × 17
Bathroom Full	Main	—
Family Room	Main	22 × 14
Bathroom Three Quarter	Main	—
Bathroom Three Quarter	Upper	—

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Brooke Weathers, 3034875472, Compass - Boulder

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Property History

DateEventPrice

9/28/2026

Sold

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9/11/2026

Pending sale

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$679/sqft

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8/11/2026

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7/29/2026

Price Change

$2,997,000 -7.8%

$679/sqft

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5/21/2026

Listed for sale

$3,250,000

$737/sqft

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