On the market for the first time in 56 years, this secluded 24-acre lakefront estate offers the perfect balance of total privacy and close-in convenience. Nestled along 1,000 feet of exclusive shoreline on Kitchel Lake, this one-of-a-kind Fort Collins property provides a peaceful, private sanctuary just 2 miles east of I-25 and only minutes from town. Tucked away at the end of a private half-mile canal road, you'll find a tranquil world of your own-ideal for those seeking serenity without sacrificing access. Enjoy panoramic lake views, direct water access for canoeing or fishing, and the calming presence of mature cottonwoods, a small juniper grove, and a natural spring-fed pond that supports abundant wildlife, from eagles and herons to turtles and frogs. The updated 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom country home blends comfort and character, featuring wood floors, an upgraded kitchen, en suite bedrooms, and a spacious enclosed patio with serene views. It's the perfect space to live in while you plan and build your dream home-or to host guests once your new vision is realized. For those with animals, the land is fully fenced and well-outfitted with eight large paddocks, a tack room, hay storage, and two lean-tos-ideal for horses, alpacas, goats, or other livestock. With no HOA restrictions and ample space to add barns, workshops, or outbuildings, this property offers unlimited potential-all in a location that feels worlds away yet is just a short drive to everything Fort Collins has to offer. A truly private slice of paradise-come see what life can look like when you have it all.
Pending
$2,300,000
5513 E Highway 14, Fort Collins, CO 80524
2beds
1,240sqft
Mixed Use
Built in 1968
24.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,855/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 784 days |
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Listed by:
Henning Droeger 303-668-6700,
Homes for Colorado Lifestyle
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1010095
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood
- Features: Full Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 17
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Laundry
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 9
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Heating
- Hot Water, Baseboard
Cooling
- Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Microwave, Disposal
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,240
- Total interior livable area: 1,240 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Level Lot
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced,Chain Link,Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Hills, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Abuts Pond/Lake, Lake Privileges, Lake Front, Waterfront, Pond(s)
- Body of water: Kitchel Lake, Pond
Lot
- Size: 24.25 Acres
- Features: Dry, Evergreen Trees, Native Plants, Level, Meadow, Unincorporated, Waterfront, Lake on Lot, Mineral Rights Excluded
Details
- Parcel number: R0157775
- Zoning: RR2
- Special conditions: Private Owner
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed, Zoning Appropriate for 4+ Horses, Corral(s), Pasture, Tack Room, Hay Storage
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Mixed Use
Materials
- Frame, Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: PV REA
- Gas: Xcel
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Fort Collins
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,855/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $852,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,957
- Date on market: 5/28/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Sellers/tenants personal property, washer, dryer, fridge in garage, shed and chicken coop next to driveway, riding lawn mower, and all tools.
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Pending sale | $2,300,000$1,855/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Price change | $2,300,000-8%$1,855/sqft |
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| 5/7/2025 | Price change | $2,500,000-7.4%$2,016/sqft |
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| 5/1/2025 | Price change | $2,700,000-6.9%$2,177/sqft |
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| 4/14/2025 | Price change | $2,900,000-3.3%$2,339/sqft |
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| 2/27/2025 | Price change | $3,000,000-9.1%$2,419/sqft |
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| 1/29/2025 | Price change | $3,300,000-2.9%$2,661/sqft |
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| 12/30/2024 | Price change | $3,400,000-2.9%$2,742/sqft |
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| 11/6/2024 | Price change | $3,500,000-7.9%$2,823/sqft |
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| 9/13/2024 | Price change | $3,800,000-2.6%$3,065/sqft |
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| 6/8/2024 | Price change | $3,900,000-10.3%$3,145/sqft |
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| 5/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,350,000$3,508/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/28/2018 | Listing removed | $3,200$3/sqft |
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| 12/7/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,200+14.3%$3/sqft |
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| 10/10/2017 | Listing removed | $2,800$2/sqft |
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| 9/12/2017 | Price change | $2,800-12.5%$2/sqft |
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| 8/19/2017 | Price change | $3,200-8.6%$3/sqft |
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| 7/22/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,500$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,404 -3.4% | $53,263 -13% |
| 2024 | $5,592 +89.1% | $61,218 -1% |
| 2023 | $2,957 -0.9% | $61,812 +63% |
| 2022 | $2,983 +84.6% | $37,933 +19% |
| 2021 | $1,616 -0.5% | $31,875 +86.2% |
| 2020 | $1,623 +32.2% | $17,117 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $1,228 | $17,237 -16.1% |
| 2018 | $1,228 | $20,556 |
| 2017 | $1,228 +0.3% | $20,556 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $1,224 +27.3% | $18,475 0% |
| 2015 | $961 -14.5% | $18,480 -8.4% |
| 2014 | $1,124 | $20,180 |
| 2013 | -- | $20,180 +20.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $16,760 |
| 2011 | -- | $16,760 +67.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $10,010 |
| 2009 | -- | $10,010 +59.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $6,290 |
| 2007 | -- | $6,290 -42.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $10,870 |
| 2005 | -- | $10,870 -34.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $16,650 +6% |
| 2002 | -- | $15,710 |
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Neighborhood: Timnath Reservoir
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Timnath Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.3 mi
- 5/10Timnath Middle-High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Timnath
- Middle: Timnath Middle-High School
- High: Timnath Middle-High School
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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