Colorado c.1963 Cabin in the Mountains on 1.7 Acres $160,000
OHU50K Notes $160,000
Realtor Comments
Looking to get away and have amazing views and yet some creature comforts. This dry cabin offers you a place to stay during the summer into fall With a north facing deck that has some amazing vies you can relax and get away from the noise and hustle of the city life. Cabin offers a open floor plan with a sleeping loft. Built-in kitchens and lots of storage. The lot is treed and sloped. Property has many trails on it for lots of hiking adventures. Property has been wired for a generator or solar. Located 5 miles from Idaho Springs this off grid dry cabin offers you easy access to forest service land, 4×4 trails and many more adventures. The road to this property is rough and will require a 4×4 with clearance. No winter maintenance is conducted. Additional 30 acres also for sale buy seller if want a privet hunting area as well.
- Build date 1963
- Contact Realtor: Caleb Skeen
- Google Map
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Pros
Beautiful mountain setting
This is one of the biggest draws. Idaho Springs offers:
- mountain views
- forests
- rivers
- quick access to hiking and skiing
- cooler summer temperatures
You’re right in the Rockies rather than just near them.
Close to Denver compared with many mountain towns
It’s roughly 30–45 minutes from:
- Denver (traffic dependent)
That’s unusually convenient for a mountain community.
Outdoor recreation access
Excellent for people who enjoy:
- hiking
- skiing
- snowboarding
- mountain biking
- rafting
- camping
- fishing
Nearby recreation includes:
- Mount Blue Sky (formerly Mount Evans)
- ski areas along the I-70 corridor
- surrounding national forest lands
Historic mountain-town character
The downtown has:
- old mining-town architecture
- local shops
- breweries
- tourist-oriented restaurants
Cooler summers
Compared with lower-elevation areas like Bakersfield, summers are dramatically milder.
Potential for remote workers
People with remote jobs often value the scenery and access to nature.
Cons
Housing is expensive
Mountain-town Colorado real estate is costly. Even small homes can be expensive relative to local wages.
Rental availability may also be limited.
Heavy I-70 traffic
Weekend ski traffic can be brutal. Travel to Denver can become frustrating during storms or peak recreation times.
Long winters and snow
Expect:
- significant snowfall
- icy roads
- mountain driving
- occasional difficult winter conditions
Living there requires comfort with winter weather.
Tourist traffic
The town gets many visitors, especially during:
- ski season
- summer weekends
- fall colors season
Some residents dislike the constant tourism flow.
Limited local job market
Many jobs are tied to:
- tourism
- hospitality
- local services
Professional career options are more limited unless commuting or working remotely.
Limited amenities
You won’t have the same selection of:
- healthcare
- shopping
- schools
- restaurants
as larger suburban or metro areas.
Wildfire and mountain risks
Like many western mountain communities, there can be concerns about:
- wildfire risk
- road closures
- weather-related disruptions
Best fit for people who:
- Prioritize mountain living and outdoor recreation
- Work remotely or can commute flexibly
- Enjoy small mountain-town culture
- Can tolerate snow and tourism
- Want proximity to Denver without living in the city
Less ideal for people who:
- Need affordable housing
- Hate winter driving
- Want major-city conveniences nearby
- Need a broad local job market
- Dislike tourist-heavy areas
Compared with Bakersfield, Idaho Springs would likely feel:
- dramatically cooler and snowier
- much more scenic and outdoors-focused
- smaller and quieter
- more expensive per square foot
- less economically diverse
- more recreation-oriented and tourist-driven
But for people who truly love mountain environments, it can be a very appealing lifestyle.
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