'THE HILLS ARE ALIVE WITH THE SOUND OF MUSIC.' First time on the market previously owned by the late famous nationally known- Kent Dannen who is sorely missed by friends and family- who wrote and sold the greatest hiking book about the Rocky Mountain National Park that exists. A true ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH awaits for those who see, smell(you'll think there are nice candles constantly burning) and hear clearly. Property includes 150+yards of the ROARING FORK river, breathless scenery of Mount Meeker at 13,999'almost the highest of the Continental Divide in North America, 25+ acres and a 5,200+ sq. ft.5beds/4baths mountain home drinking in the views which you will enjoy WHOLEHEARTEDLY. You will learn on the first moon lit night 'how to hold a moon beam in your hand'. Hard not to be singing Do-Re-Mi, Climbing Every Mountain, My Favorite Things and Maria makes me laugh most assuredly, 'To laugh like a brook as it trips and falls over stones on its way'. Just a 10-12 minute scenic drive to Colorado's most visited town- Estes Park which is also noted as the #1 wedding destination town in the US. 'Snow flakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes'. 'Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles'- You won't find the 'The lonely Goatherd even with the sky full of stars. To own this property 'You must have done something Good in your youth or childhood' Enjoy The Movie before visiting one of the area's most scenic and peaceful settings. The EAGLES couldn't have described it better- PEACEFUL EASY FEELING
For sale
Price cut: $100K (4/6)
$2,775,000
1997 Big Owl Rd, Allenspark, CO 80510
5beds
5,216sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1989
25.6 Acres Lot
$2,499,100 Zestimate®
$532/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 247 days |
- 458 |
- 12 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robby Carson 970-227-3035,
Estes Park Realty Inc
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1046116
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
- Main level bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood
- Features: Full Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Heating
- Heat Pump, Wood Stove, 2 or more Heat Sources
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Workshop, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Jack & Jill Bathroom
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings, Wood Frames
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Circulating
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,216
- Total interior livable area: 5,216 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,216
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Heated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Details: Attached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Bath, Accessible Bedroom
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Dog Run/Kennel
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 25.6 Acres
- Features: Gutters, Water Rights Excluded
Details
- Parcel number: R0058212
- Zoning: E1
- Special conditions: Private Owner
- Other equipment: Satellite Dish, Fireplace Tools Included
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1989
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Estes Park
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane, High Speed Avail
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Charles Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Allenspark
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $532/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,238,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,066
- Date on market: 10/22/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
$2,499,100
$2.37M - $2.62M
$5,971/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Price change | $2,775,000-3.5%$532/sqft |
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| 3/23/2026 | Price change | $2,875,000-2.5%$551/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1046116 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2026 | Price change | $2,950,000-6.3%$566/sqft |
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| 10/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000$604/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1046116 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,398 +2.3% | $77,376 -10.2% |
| 2024 | $5,279 +5.4% | $86,142 -1% |
| 2023 | $5,007 -2% | $86,978 +22.9% |
| 2022 | $5,108 +33.7% | $70,786 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $3,822 | $72,823 +36.7% |
| 2020 | $3,822 +5.9% | $53,261 |
| 2019 | $3,609 | $53,261 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $3,609 | $50,393 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $3,609 +15.5% | $55,712 +23.6% |
| 2016 | $3,125 +2.6% | $45,077 -3.5% |
| 2015 | $3,045 -2.1% | $46,725 |
| 2014 | $3,110 +6.6% | $46,725 |
| 2013 | $2,917 -0.1% | $46,725 +5.4% |
| 2012 | $2,921 -3.8% | $44,337 |
| 2011 | $3,038 +2% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,978 +4.7% | $46,490 |
| 2009 | $2,845 +1.6% | $46,490 -8.5% |
| 2008 | $2,799 -3.9% | $50,790 |
| 2007 | $2,912 +10.7% | $50,790 -2.8% |
| 2006 | $2,631 -2.7% | $52,240 |
| 2005 | $2,705 +1.8% | $52,240 -1.5% |
| 2004 | $2,658 +2.3% | $53,030 |
| 2003 | $2,598 +10.3% | $53,030 +22.9% |
| 2002 | $2,356 | $43,150 -90.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $471,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 80510
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Estes Park K-5 SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 8.3 mi
- 6/10Estes Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.3 mi
- 4/10Estes Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Estes Park,Estes Park
- Middle: Estes Park
- High: Estes Park
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- Colorado
- Boulder County
- Allenspark
- 80510
- 1997 Big Owl Rd
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