Cliffside – A Mountain Retreat Above Chalk Creek Valley. Perched above the Chalk Creek Valley beneath the dramatic Chalk Cliffs, Cliffside is a one-of-a-kind retreat designed in the spirit of Frank Lloyd Wright, with intentional spaces that feel both functional and inviting. This three-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and three fireplaces, thoughtfully updated through two major remodels (2005 and 2017) plus ongoing improvements into 2026 — including a new roof, main-level windows, and HVAC compressor. The standout primary suite (2017) features a spectacular bath, walk-in closet, private stairway, and covered rear porch, with a wrought-iron balcony railing added in 2026. Expansive all-new windows and sliding doors, plus a large west-facing deck (2017, engineered wood), capture unforgettable Colorado sunsets and flood the home with light. Currently operated as a short-term rental with strong income history, it offers excellent flexibility for an owner-user and/or investor. Mechanical systems have been proactively maintained — replaced water heaters, furnace, gas line resealing, and septic servicing — and a whole-house central vacuum adds everyday convenience. A detached ADU above the garage, remodeled in 2021 with a larger kitchen and new wood flooring (plus new roof and water heater in 2026), offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths — ideal as a long-term rental, guest quarters, or private lock-off space. The oversized garage with two doors provides ample room for vehicles, storage, and all your Colorado toys, with parking for up to four vehicles. Enjoy an unbeatable location just down the road from Mount Princeton Hot Springs, with easy access to St. Elmo, the Colorado Trail, and the dining and shopping of Salida and Buena Vista (approx. 15–20 minutes).
For sale
Price cut: $55K (8/3)
$995,000
16695 County Road 162, Nathrop, CO 81236
4beds
3,140sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
1 Acres Lot
$951,600 Zestimate®
$317/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 120 days
- 311
- 22
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brett Rankin 719-221-4239 brankin@pinonrealestate.com,
Pinon Real Estate Group LLC
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 5457773
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom Inside Attached Apartment
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Description: Bathroom Inside Attached Apartment
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Description: Half Bath Located In Garage Below Apartment
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen Located In Apartment
- Level: Upper
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Living Room Inside Attached Apartment
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Features
- Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, Kitchen Island, Primary Suite
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Basement, Bedroom, Living Room
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,140
- Total interior livable area: 3,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,474
- Finished area below ground: 666
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
Lot
- Size: 1 Acres
- Residential vegetation: Natural State, Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: R342324300095
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Chalet
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Princeton Shadows
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Nathrop
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $317/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $861,519
- Annual tax amount: $3,114
- Date on market: 5/4/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: None.
- Ownership: Individual
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
$951,600
$904,000 - $999,000
$4,189/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Price change | $995,000-5.2%$317/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5457773 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2026 | Price change | $1,050,000-4.1%$334/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5457773 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000$349/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5457773 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Listing removed | $1,095,000$349/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5457773 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Pending sale | $1,095,000$349/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5457773 Report a problem | ||
| 3/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+447.5%$349/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5457773 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2001 | Sold | $200,000$64/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,334 +5.9% | $53,840 +16% |
| 2024 | $2,203 +0% | $46,410 -6.4% |
| 2023 | $2,203 -0.7% | $49,560 +18.4% |
| 2022 | $2,219 +26.6% | $41,850 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $1,753 -0.1% | $43,050 +33.6% |
| 2020 | $1,754 +7% | $32,230 +14.5% |
| 2019 | $1,639 | $28,150 |
| 2018 | $1,639 +28.3% | $28,150 +16.8% |
| 2017 | $1,277 +16.7% | $24,100 +10.8% |
| 2016 | $1,095 +2.8% | $21,750 |
| 2015 | $1,064 | $21,750 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $1,064 -3.1% | $20,640 -6.4% |
| 2012 | $1,098 -42.3% | $22,050 |
| 2011 | $1,903 +80.8% | $22,050 -13.3% |
| 2010 | $1,052 | $25,440 |
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Neighborhood: 81236
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Avery Parsons
- Middle: Buena Vista
- High: Buena Vista
- District: Buena Vista R-31
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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