Embrace the unique heritage of Vail with this historic single-family home, the former residence of beloved Vail Trailblazers Byron and Vianne ''Vi'' Brown. Situated on a generous 0.72-acre lot, this 3,024 square foot, 7-Bedroom, 3-Bathroom property offers ample opportunity, Gore Range views, privacy, mature trees, and a direct connection to Vail's storied beginnings. Step into the legacy of the family who helped build Vail, championed ski racing, and shaped the town's philanthropic spirit. The Browns built this home in 1969, filling it with the charm and rugged durability of the early ski town era. The large lot and private location provide immense potential for personalization, expansion, or even re-development with over 8,500 square feet of total gross residential floor area allowed. For those who understand the spirit of Vail, this property represents a chance to own a true piece of local history. Byron and Vi Brown dedicated their lives to building this town and its community, and now their home is ready for its next chapter - an opportunity to carry their legacy forward.
Sold for $3,350,000
$3,350,000
2556 Cortina Ln, Vail, CO 81657
7beds
3,024sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.72 Acres Lot
$3,452,500 Zestimate®
$1,108/sqft
$7,047 Estimated rent
Home value
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$3.28M - $3.63M
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Mature treesGore range views
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Listed by:
Alex Griffin (970)376-6120,
LIV Sotheby's Int. Realty-Vail Mountain Haus
Bought with:
Kevin Denton, IA100034342
Berkshire Hathaway - Vail VLG
Source: VMLS,MLS#: 1012919
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: See Remarks
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Cable, Balcony
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,024
- Total interior livable area: 3,024 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Surface
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Stories: 3
- Entry location: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Meadow, Mountain(s), South Facing, Trees/Woods, Valley
Lot
- Size: 0.72 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 210314201002
- Zoning: Two-Family Primary/Secondary Residential (PS)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured in Place
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Internet, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Trash, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Trail(s)
- Subdivision: Vail Das Schone 1
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Vail
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,108/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,317,920
- Annual tax amount: $7,599
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 156 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: All Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026 | Sold | $3,350,000-10.7%$1,108/sqft |
Source:  VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Pending sale | $3,750,000$1,240/sqft |
Source: VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Price change | $3,750,000-6.1%$1,240/sqft |
Source: VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000$1,321/sqft |
Source: VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Pending sale | $3,995,000$1,321/sqft |
Source: VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2025 | Price change | $3,995,000-8.7%$1,321/sqft |
Source: VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,375,000$1,447/sqft |
Source: VMLS #1012919 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,600 +11.6% | $144,870 +0.9% |
| 2024 | $6,812 +33.6% | $143,560 -2.8% |
| 2023 | $5,099 -2.9% | $147,660 +48.8% |
| 2022 | $5,251 | $99,230 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $102,090 +16.1% |
| 2020 | $4,463 -0.3% | $87,930 |
| 2019 | $4,477 | $87,930 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $4,477 +18.6% | $79,860 |
| 2017 | $3,775 +0.5% | $79,860 -3% |
| 2016 | $3,756 -1.3% | $82,360 |
| 2015 | $3,804 +46.6% | $82,360 +30.4% |
| 2014 | $2,596 | $63,170 |
| 2013 | -- | $63,170 -17.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $76,540 |
| 2011 | -- | $76,540 -14.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,470 |
| 2009 | -- | $89,470 +20.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $74,060 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,060 +58.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $46,630 |
| 2005 | -- | $46,630 +7% |
| 2004 | -- | $43,590 -1% |
| 2003 | -- | $44,030 +4.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $42,020 |
| 2001 | -- | $42,020 |
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Neighborhood: 81657
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