Nestled in the charming mountain town of Ophir, Colorado, in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, this rare historic property offers the chance to own a piece of local history. Built in 1896, the original one-room Ophir Schoolhouse once served the children of the town's early mining community. Thoughtfully reimagined in the 1980s as a single-family residence, the home blends historic character with spacious mountain living. Original moldings and hardwood floors complement soaring ceilings, large windows, and open living spaces filled with natural light. The 2,700-square-foot home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a finished garden level with exceptional versatility. The space is ideal for a mudroom, media room, or additional storage. Enjoy year-round southern exposure from the sun-filled solarium, or relax on the newly replaced wrap-around deck while taking in the surrounding alpine scenery and views into Waterfall Canyon. Located just 20 minutes from the Telluride Ski Resort, the property offers convenient access to world-class skiing, hiking, and biking. Whether you're eager to explore the extensive nearby trail system and surrounding peaks, or simply looking for a distinctive mountain home with a story to tell, this Ophir property offers a truly special place to call home.
For sale
$1,500,000
35 Porphyry St, Ophir, CO 81426
4beds
2,719sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$1,427,100 Zestimate®
$552/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original moldingsNewly replaced wrap-around deckFour bedroomsThree bathroomsSoaring ceilingsLarge windowsHardwood floors
- 125 days |
- 308 |
- 5 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Allison Templin 970-708-0996,
Telluride Properties
Source: TRIDEMLS,MLS#: 44318
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Lofts: None
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,719
- Total interior livable area: 2,719 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street Uncovered
- Uncovered spaces: 2
- Details: Covered Parking: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Waterfall Canyon, Sunshine Peak
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Nat'l Forest Service
Details
- Parcel number: R1050191200
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood (Natural)
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- 40+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Power Company
- Gas: Propane Services
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Ophir
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $552/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $893,135
- Annual tax amount: $3,878
- Date on market: 3/7/2026
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$1,427,100
$1.36M - $1.50M
$3,214/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+556.5%$552/sqft |
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| 9/20/2012 | Sold | $228,500$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,388 +2.3% | $55,820 +18.5% |
| 2024 | $3,313 +54.8% | $47,090 -6.3% |
| 2023 | $2,141 -2.3% | $50,250 +53.3% |
| 2022 | $2,192 +2.7% | $32,780 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $2,133 +0% | $33,720 +2.2% |
| 2020 | $2,133 +50.1% | $33,010 |
| 2019 | $1,421 0% | $33,010 +45.2% |
| 2018 | $1,422 +7.7% | $22,740 |
| 2017 | $1,321 +30.8% | $22,740 +31.2% |
| 2016 | $1,010 -29.8% | $17,330 |
| 2015 | $1,438 +3.3% | $17,330 |
| 2014 | $1,392 | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | $45,900 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 81426
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NATelluride Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 5.8 mi
- 8/10Telluride Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.9 mi
- 9/10Telluride High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
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- Colorado
- San Miguel County
- Ophir
- 81426
- 35 Porphyry St





