Welcome home to 31 Cedar Drive, your private mountain escape in the sought-after community of Big Elk Meadows. This charming cabin, originally built as a cozy mountain retreat, has been thoughtfully expanded to include an attached oversized 2-car garage, a spacious upstairs primary bedroom with ensuite bath, and an inviting kitchen and dining area. Offering 1,595 sq ft of comfortable living space on a tranquil .35-acre lot, this home blends original charm with modern convenience.Step onto the expansive wrap-around deck to enjoy morning coffee, evening stargazing, or simply the calming whisper of the pines. Inside, the open-concept layout showcases rich wood finishes, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that brings nature indoors.Relax in the welcoming living area, centered around a charming fireplace-perfect for unwinding after exploring nearby Rocky Mountain National Park or the trails that lead directly into the National Forest in your backyard. The kitchen and dining areas provide a wonderful space for entertaining family and friends, whether it's for weekend getaways or festive holiday celebrations. The primary suite upstairs offers a serene retreat, complete with a private balcony overlooking the wooded surroundings. The second bedroom provides a cozy space suitable for guests or an ideal home office. Outside, you'll find an additional storage shed perfect for all your outdoor equipment, complementing the ample storage provided by the garage. The Big Elk Meadows community enhances your mountain lifestyle with exceptional amenities, including a heated swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a playground, horseshoe pits, picnic pavilion, and access to picturesque lakes and trails. Wildlife sightings, including elk and moose, are abundant, offering daily reminders of your extraordinary setting. Conveniently located just a short drive from Estes Park and Lyons, this invites you to embrace year-round tranquility and adventure, right from your doorstep.
Sold for $582,500
$582,500
31 Cedar Dr, Lyons, CO 80540
2beds
1,595sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
0.35 Acres Lot
$629,600 Zestimate®
$365/sqft
$3,172 Estimated rent
Home value
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$573,000 - $693,000
$3,172/mo
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Listed by:
Jeff Abel 970-368-7000,
Keller Williams Top of the Rockies Estes Park
Bought with:
Tom Thomas, 100040138
First Colorado Realty
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1041326
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Features: Full Primary Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Laundry
- Description: Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 3
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 17
Heating
- Baseboard, Wood Stove
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: None,Radon Unknown
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,595
- Total interior livable area: 1,595 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,595
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Native Plants, Sloped, Abuts National Forest
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: R0550213
- Zoning: O
- Special conditions: Private Owner
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: PVREA
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Other
- Water: Other
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Tennis Court(s), Pool, Playground, Trail(s), Gated
- Subdivision: Big Elk Meadows
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Trash, Snow Removal, Management
- HOA fee: $310 monthly
- HOA name: Big Elk Meadows Association
- HOA phone: 303-835-7557
Location
- Region: Lyons
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $365/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $557,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,685
- Date on market: 8/13/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: See Contract Prep Form
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2025 | Sold | $582,500-2.1%$365/sqft |
Source:  IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1041326 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Pending sale | $595,000$373/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1041326 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000-5.4%$373/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1041326 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Listing removed | $629,000$394/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1033609 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $629,000-1.6%$394/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1019961 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2025 | Listing removed | $639,000$401/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1028790 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Price change | $639,000-1.5%$401/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1028790 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $649,000$407/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1028790 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2025 | Listing removed | $649,000$407/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1025480 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2024 | Listed for sale | $649,000$407/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1021791 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2024 | Listing removed | $649,000$407/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1019961 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $649,000+372%$407/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1019961 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2005 | Sold | $137,500-42.2%$86/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/1999 | Sold | $238,000+15%$149/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/1998 | Sold | $207,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,510 -6.5% | $34,869 -18.8% |
| 2024 | $2,685 +37% | $42,967 -1% |
| 2023 | $1,960 -2.6% | $43,384 +58.4% |
| 2022 | $2,013 -4.5% | $27,390 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $2,107 +0.8% | $28,179 -3% |
| 2020 | $2,091 +34.4% | $29,044 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $1,556 | $29,246 +39.8% |
| 2018 | $1,556 | $20,923 |
| 2017 | $1,556 -0.6% | $20,923 +11.9% |
| 2016 | $1,565 +17.6% | $18,698 0% |
| 2015 | $1,331 +8.3% | $18,700 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $1,229 | $17,760 -20% |
| 2013 | -- | $22,200 +14.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $19,390 |
| 2011 | -- | $19,390 -16.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $23,310 |
| 2009 | -- | $23,310 -15.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $27,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $27,600 +34.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $20,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $20,500 -20.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $25,750 +30.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $19,720 |
| 2001 | -- | $19,720 |
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Neighborhood: 80540
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Estes Park K-5 SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 8 mi
- 6/10Estes Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.1 mi
- 4/10Estes Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Estes Park
- Middle: Estes Park
- High: Estes Park
Source: IRES 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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