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For saleErrorPrice cut: $255K (8/11)
$1,195,000
3beds
2,136sqft

408 Princeton Avenue, Buena Vista, CO 81211

3beds
2,136sqft
Single family residence
Built in 1883
0.80 Acres
2 Garage spaces
$559 price/sqft

What's special

This significant price reduction of $255,000 demonstrates the Seller's motivation to sell this remarkable Victorian home, gracefully set along more than 150 feet of Cottonwood Creek on a beautifully landscaped 0.8-acre corner lot. Rich in character, architectural detail, and natural beauty, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers 2,136 square feet of timeless elegance in an exceptional in-town setting. From the classic covered front porch to the intricate Victorian design elements found throughout, the home showcases craftsmanship rarely seen today. Hardwood floors welcome you into the entry and living room, where stained glass accents, ornate plaster ceiling details, a bay window, and a striking fireplace with marble accents create a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. The spacious parlor and living area provide wonderful gathering spaces filled with historic charm, while French doors open to a private patio overlooking the lush grounds. The large kitchen and adjoining dining room offer ample room for everyday living and entertaining. An enclosed porch with a cozy wood stove extends the living space and provides a peaceful retreat in every season. Outside, the property feels like a private botanical garden. Mature cottonwood, blue spruce, apple, crabapple, and chokecherry trees create shade and beauty, while established perennial beds, climbing vines, a gazebo, and tranquil creek frontage provide a truly enchanting setting. The detached garage, originally serving as the carriage house, adds both functionality and another authentic connection to the property's rich history. This distinguished property offers both privacy and convenience with easy access to downtown while savoring the serenity of a creekside estate unlike any other. Steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty, this Victorian treasure is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a landmark property that captures the elegance, charm, and enduring appeal of Buena Vista's past.

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Living Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

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Listing updated:

Listed by:

Julie Kersting 719-395-7840 Julie@JulieKersting.com,

8z Real Estate - ROCC

Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 9451713MLS Logo

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
  • Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
  • Level: Upper
Bedroom
  • Level: Upper
Bedroom
  • Level: Upper
Bathroom
  • Level: Main
Bathroom
  • Level: Upper
Bonus room
  • Level: Main
Dining room
  • Level: Main
Kitchen
  • Level: Main
Laundry
  • Level: Main
Living room
  • Level: Main
Heating
  • Baseboard
Cooling
  • None
Features
  • Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Basement: Cellar
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 2,136
  • Total interior livable area: 2,136 sqft
  • Finished area above ground: 2,136
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Garage
  • Garage spaces: 2
Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Front Porch
  • Exterior features: Balcony, Private Yard, Water Feature
  • Fencing: Full
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s), Water
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water
  • Waterfront features: River Front, Stream, Waterfront
Lot
  • Size: 0.8 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot, Flood Zone, Level
  • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
  • Parcel number: R327108300155
  • Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Victorian
  • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
  • Frame
  • Roof: Composition
Condition
  • Year built: 1883

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: None
HOA
  • Has HOA: No
Location
  • Region: Buena Vista

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $559/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $1,114,210
  • Annual tax amount: $4,237
  • Date on market: 7/2/2026
  • Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
  • Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property, Some Furnishings Maybe Included
  • Ownership: Estate
  • Electric utility on property: Yes
  • Road surface type: Paved

Price history

DateEventPrice
8/11/2026Price change$1,195,000-17.6%$559/sqft
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7/13/2026Price change$1,450,000-3.3%$679/sqft
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7/2/2026Listed for sale$1,500,000$702/sqft
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Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$3,013 +6.1%$69,640 +23%
2024$2,841 +63.6%$56,600 -5.4%
2023$1,736 0%$59,860 +96.3%
2022$1,736 +18.2%$30,500 -2.8%
2021$1,469 +0.3%$31,380 +26.8%
2020$1,465 +26.9%$24,740 +38%
2019$1,154 $17,930
2018$1,154 +9.2%$17,930
2017$1,057 +6.9%$17,930 +2.6%
2016$988 -7.4%$17,470
2015$1,067 $17,470 -4.3%
2014$1,067 +5.6%$18,250 +0.3%
2012$1,010 -60.4%$18,190 -30.4%
2011$2,550 +100%$26,150 -5.8%
2010$1,275 $27,760

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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$6,305/mo
Principal & interest
$6026
Property taxes
$279
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Estimated market value

$1,134,500

$1.08M - $1.19M

$2,804/mo

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Neighborhood: 81211

Nearby schools

Avery/Parsons Elementary School
Grades K-50.6 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
Student Progress Rating
6/10
Buena Vista Middle School
Grades 6-80.3 miles
7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
6/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10
Buena Vista High School
Grades 9-120.8 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
6/10