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    • $1,795,000

    1551 Genesee Ridge Road, Golden, CO 80401

    5beds
    5,120sqft
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    $10,873/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1981
    0.85 Acres Lot
    $1,707,200 Zestimate®
    $351/sqft
    $240/mo HOA

    What's special

    Lovingly maintained and extensively remodeled, The Observatory House is an exceptional residence that blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Dramatic 2-story great room makes an unforgettable first impression with freshly refinished hardwood floors, new interior paint, soaring walls of glass and a gas fireplace framed by custom ironwork panels. Above, a handcrafted iron balcony makes a striking architectural centerpiece. Expansive glass fills the home with natural light while framing serene woodland views and opening to flagstone patios surrounded by acres of open space! Beautifully designed 800-s.f. main-level primary suite features a built-in office niche, Kiva gas fireplace, patio access, radiant-heated marble floors, dual walk-in closets, and 5-piece bath with slab marble countertops, frameless glass shower and jetted tub. Chef's kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining with solid red birch cabinetry, convection ovens, induction cooktop, pantry, and an inviting casual dining area. Enjoy outdoor entertaining with a grand flagstone patio complete with glass-front gas fireplace and Viking grill, both connected to natural gas. Main floor den has built-in bookshelves and a black metal-surround gas fireplace. Decorative stairs lead up to a 2nd primary suite with hardwood floors and updated ensuite bath with oversized jetted tub, dry sauna, and dual vanity. Two additional upper-level bedrooms share a full bath. Extraordinary observatory allows you to enjoy Colorado's spectacular dark skies from the comfort of your own property. Lower level includes a recreation room ideal for a home theater, gym or playroom. Kitchenette, large bedroom and full bath create ideal accommodations for guests. Just a short walk to the Vista Clubhouse with swimming pools, tennis courts, a tot lot and access to the 12+ miles of hiking trails. Remarkable architecture, exceptional privacy and a beautiful setting come together here in perfect harmony.
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    Listed by:

    Jennifer Davenport 303-919-4891 jdavenport@livsothebysrealty.com,

    LIV Sotheby's International Realty,

    Emily Henderson 303-717-3418,

    LIV Sotheby's International Realty

    Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3096996MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Description: 800 S.F. Addition Features 10' Ceiling & Windows On 3 Sides, Marble Heated Flooring, Corner Gas Kiva Fireplace With Sandstone Hearth, French Door Access To Flagstone Patio. Surrounding Windows Can Be Opened To Experience Cool Mountain Breezes On Summer Nights. In Ceiling Speakers
      • Features: Primary Suite
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Description: With Northern Light, This Good Sized Room Has Hardwood Flooring, A Double Closet With Organizers Plus A Snowcap Mountain View!
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Description: South-Facing Bedroom Has New Pella Slider Opening To Rooftop Wood Deck, Hardwood Flooring & Double Closet With Organizers
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Description: Former Primary Suite With South Light Has Hardwood Flooring & Access To Rooftop Wood Deck Through Pella Sliders
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Description: Big Carpeted Room Provides A Private Space For Guests With Double Closet & Nearby Kitchenette; Legal Egress
      • Level: Basement
      Bathroom
      • Description: Vessel Sinks Atop Slab Marble; Cherry Vanity; In-Floor Radiant Heat; Marble Floor; Frameless Shower; Jetted Tub In View Of The Fireplace; Built-In Ceiling Speakers, Atrium Door To Flagstone Patio
      • Features: Primary Suite
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom
      • Description: Privately Situated With Tile Floor & Corian Countertop
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom
      • Description: Immense Sky-Lit Updated Bath Features A Jetted Tub, Dry Sauna, Walk-In Shower, Slab Granite Double Vanity, Separate Tub/Shower Area & Linen Closet
      • Features: En Suite Bathroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom
      • Description: Updated Full Bath With Slab Granite Countertop, Tile Floor & Glass Enclosure At Tub/Shower
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom
      • Description: Updated Tiled Full Bath With Corian Countertop
      • Level: Basement
      Den
      • Description: Lovely Room With Gas Fireplace, Bookshelves & Window Seat Below 2 Banks Of Windows
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Description: Large Space Has A Wall Of South-Facing Glass Provide Views And Wonderful Natural Light; Tile Flooring
      • Level: Main
      Great room
      • Description: Beautiful Two Story Room Has Freshly Refinished Hardwood Flooring, New Paint & New Ceiling Fan. Sliding Doors Access To The South. Listen Up Sound System Includes 6 Speakers For Great Surround Sound! Central Gas Fireplace, Concealed Tv False Front, Lit Art Display Niches Plus Storage Cabinets With Iron-Work Fronts To Hide Electronics.
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Description: Designed For The Ambitious Chef With Whirlpool Stainless Steel Refrigerator, Kenmore Double Convection Ovens & Dishwasher, Frigidaire Induction 5-Burner Cooktop With Hood, Wine Refrigerator, Corian And Sandstone Countertops, Undermount Sink, Bar Area, Tile Floor & Pantry. Built-In Lit China Cabinet; Tile Flooring.
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Description: Doubles As A Mud Room With Tile Floor + Generous Counter Space, Cabinets & Utility Sink. Washer/Dryer Included
      • Level: Main
      Loft
      • Description: Working Observatory Is Assessed Via A Pull-Down Ladder & Includes A Motorized 360 Degree Dome & 11-Inch Celestron Telescope For Unparalleled Year-Round Stargazing!
      • Level: Upper
      Media room
      • Description: Great Space For Your Private Theater, Play Room Or Gym. Adjoining Kitchenette Has Wood Cabinets, Gleaming Granite Tile Floor, Sink, Small Refrigerator & A Microwave
      • Level: Basement
      Office
      • Description: Built-In Desk & Bookcase Makes This Office Ready For Action
      • Level: Main
      Utility room
      • Description: Boiler Recently Serviced; 6 Zones
      • Level: Basement
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
      Cooling
      • Has cooling: Yes
      Appliances
      • Included: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Wine Cooler
      Features
      • Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Corian Counters, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Marble Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Sauna, Smoke Free, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
      • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
      • Windows: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Finished,Full
      • Number of fireplaces: 4
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, KIVA, Living Room, Other, Outside, Master Bedroom
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,120
      • Total interior livable area: 5,120 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,625
      • Finished area below ground: 1,495
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Concrete, Oversized, Storage
      • Attached garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rooftop
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Gas Grill, Gas Valve, Lighting, Rain Gutters
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Meadow, Mountain(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 0.85 Acres
      • Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Foothills, Level, Open Space
      • Residential vegetation: Aspen, Mixed, Natural State, Partially Wooded, Wooded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 131730
      • Zoning: P-D
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Mountain Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Membrane
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • Year built: 1981

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 220 Volts
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Genesee
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Security, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
      • Services included: Reserve Fund, Recycling, Road Maintenance, Security, Snow Removal, Trash
      • HOA fee: $720 quarterly
      • HOA name: Genesee Foundation
      • HOA phone: 303-526-0284
      Location
      • Region: Golden

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $351/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,435,566
      • Annual tax amount: $9,085
      • Date on market: 7/10/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Jumbo
      • Exclusions: All Electronics In The Home, All Tvs
      • Ownership: Individual
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $1,707,200

        $1.62M - $1.79M

        $5,981/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/10/2026Listed for sale$1,795,000+461.6%$351/sqft
        Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3096996 Report a problem
        9/8/1993Sold$319,600$62/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,625 -0.2%$89,723 +4.3%
        2024$7,643 +30.4%$86,055
        2023$5,861 -1%$86,055 +31%
        2022$5,918 +18.7%$65,671 -2.8%
        2021$4,988 $67,560 +16%
        2020$4,988 +3%$58,217
        2019$4,843 -19%$58,217 -14.5%
        2018$5,979 $68,094
        2017$5,979 -0.4%$68,094 +12.2%
        2016$6,004 $60,685
        2015$6,004 +3.8%$60,685 +11.7%
        2014$5,784 -13.1%$54,321
        2013$6,658 +1.4%$54,321 -13%
        2012$6,567 +7.3%$62,438
        2011$6,122 +0.3%$62,438 +4.2%
        2010$6,104 +4.6%$59,950
        2009$5,837 +1.2%$59,950 +3.7%
        2008$5,770 +0.9%$57,810
        2007$5,721 -0.5%$57,810 +1.3%
        2006$5,748 +1.7%$57,060 +0.8%
        2005$5,654 +9%$56,590
        2004$5,189 +8.6%$56,590
        2003$4,780 +1.1%$56,590 +10.2%
        2002$4,726 +14.8%$51,330 +28.8%
        2001$4,115 -0.7%$39,860
        2000$4,143 $39,860
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 80401

        Getting around

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        No Nearby Transit
        2 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Ralston
        • Middle: Bell
        • High: Golden
        • District: Jefferson County R-1

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