533 W 1st Street is where River Town Life Begins at Your Front Door.
Welcome to one of Salida's most charming and character-filled homes, sitting right in the heart of downtown where you can walk to Topo, the Steamplant, or any of the downtown galleries, restaurants, and the legendary Arkansas River, all just steps away.
This 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow is full of personality, the kind of home that has stories. In fact, the previous owner loved Salida's world-class whitewater so much, he bought the place just to be close to the river and dedicated an entire room to storing his kayak. This house comes with the kayak storage rack still installed. That tells you everything you need to know about the lifestyle this home makes possible. Now it's ready for its next chapter. Whether you're a paddler, a hiker, an artist, or simply someone who wants to plant roots in one of Colorado's most beloved mountain towns, this home is waiting for your vision. Inside, original details and quirky touches give the home warmth and soul that new construction simply can't replicate. Outside, the oversized backyard is a rare find for a property this close to downtown, offering plenty of room to garden, entertain, and dream. There's also serious potential here: the lot offers excellent opportunity to add a garage with an ADU, ideal for a rental income stream, a guest suite, or a dedicated work-from-home studio. So to recap for you: Downtown Salida living, a huge lot, ADU potential, and a home with genuine heart. This one won't last long in a town this special.
Sold for $730,000
$730,000
553 W 1st Street, Salida, CO 81201
3beds
1,616sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$729,700 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$1,864 Estimated rent
Home value
$729,700
Estimated sales range
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Charming and character-filled homeHuge lot
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jessica Chariton 719-334-8579 jcharitonrealestate@gmail.com,
HomeSmart Preferred Realty
Bought with:
Lindsay Sutton, 100097374
HomeSmart Preferred Realty
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 8466554
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, No Stairs, Pantry, Tile Counters
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Cellar
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,616
- Total interior livable area: 1,616 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,224
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Details: Off Street Spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Wrap Around
- Fencing: Full,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Irrigated, Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Near Ski Area, Sprinklers In Front
- Residential vegetation: Aspen, Mixed
Details
- Parcel number: R368132417194
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Stucco
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sacketts Addition
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Salida
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $452/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $609,530
- Annual tax amount: $1,899
- Date on market: 3/28/2026
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $730,000-2.7%$452/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8466554 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2026 | Pending sale | $750,000$464/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8466554 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+248.8%$464/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8466554 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2010 | Sold | $215,000$133/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,900 +3.4% | $38,090 -9.7% |
| 2024 | $1,838 +24.6% | $42,170 -6.8% |
| 2023 | $1,475 -0.3% | $45,270 +46.4% |
| 2022 | $1,480 +8.5% | $30,930 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $1,364 -0.2% | $31,830 +14.2% |
| 2020 | $1,366 +32.1% | $27,860 +30.3% |
| 2019 | $1,034 | $21,380 |
| 2018 | $1,034 +2.6% | $21,380 |
| 2017 | $1,007 -1.6% | $21,380 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $1,024 +9.8% | $20,830 |
| 2015 | $932 | $20,830 +12.9% |
| 2014 | $932 +12.1% | $18,450 +8.7% |
| 2012 | $831 -48.2% | $16,970 |
| 2011 | $1,606 +110.3% | $16,970 -14.2% |
| 2010 | $764 | $19,770 |
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Neighborhood: 81201
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Longfellow Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Salida Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Salida High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Longfellow
- Middle: Salida
- High: Salida
- District: Salida R-32
Source: REcolorado 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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