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    $4,300,000

    6553 Sunshine Canyon Dr, Boulder, CO 80302

    4beds
    5,939sqft
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    $24,640/mo
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    Mixed Use
    Built in 2012
    17.93 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $724/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Set on 17+ acres just minutes from downtown Boulder, this legacy estate is far more than a home-it's an immersive mountain retreat with endless possibilities, especially with the coming of the Sundance Film Festival for the next 10 years. VERY insurable due to natural mitigation of Sunshine Canyon. Thoughtfully constructed with massive timber beams, hand-selected stone, and architecture designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings. From the moment you pass through the electronic gate, the setting makes an impression. Towering pines, striking granite formations, and sweeping VIEWS stretching from Boulder toward Denver create a landscape of quiet grandeur. Wildlife is part of daily life here-deer, foxes, and hummingbirds regularly pass through-making it clear that you're not just near nature, you're living within it. Peaceful hiking trails begin just beyond the back door.The home itself reflects exceptional craftsmanship and refined rustic style, reminiscent of classic Aspen and Ralph Lauren mountain estates. Inside, soaring vaulted ceilings, substantial wood beams, and expansive walls of glass frame breathtaking mountain views while filling the interior with natural light. An elevator conveniently connects the main residence with a private guest studio apartment on another level.The open-concept living space is anchored by an impressive stone fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming setting perfect for quiet nights or entertaining friends and family. Outside, a generous wraparound deck provides multiple areas for dining, lounging, and taking in the scenery. The main terrace features an outdoor stone fireplace-an ideal gathering place beneath the stars, surrounded by the scent of pine and the peaceful stillness of the mountains.This property is more than a residence-it's a rare, once-in-a-generation opportunity. A place to embrace the beauty of the land, unwind in complete privacy, and create a legacy that will endure for years to come.
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    Listed by:

    Brooke Weathers 303-898-6564,

    Compass - Boulder,

    Brian MacDonald 303-915-6126,

    Compass - Boulder

    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1053732MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 6
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: Hardwood
      • Features: Luxury Features Primary Bath, 5 Piece Primary Bath, Bidet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 374 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 22 x 17
      Bedroom 2
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 440 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 20 x 22
      Bedroom 3
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 272 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16 x 17
      Bedroom 4
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 322 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23 x 14
      Dining room
      • Description: Stone
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 286 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 22
      Family room
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 598 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 26 x 23
      Great room
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 441 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 21 x 21
      Kitchen
      • Description: Stone
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 12
      Laundry
      • Description: Stone
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 117 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 13
      Living room
      • Description: None
      • Level: Main
      Recreation room
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 169 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 13
      Study
      • Description: Carpet
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 204 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17 x 12
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Baseboard, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Range, Down Draft, Self Cleaning Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Freezer, Gas Bar-B-Q, Water Softener Owned, Disposal
      • Laundry: Sink
      Features
      • Central Vacuum, In-Law Floorplan
      • Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Built-In Radon
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Two or More, Gas, Family Room, Bedroom, Great Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,939
      • Total interior livable area: 5,939 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 5,939
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Attached, Heated Garage, Oversized
      • Attached garage spaces: 4
      • Details: Attached
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Hallway(s), Main Floor Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Main Level Laundry, Accessible Elevator Installed
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Exterior features: Balcony
      • Spa features: Bath
      • Fencing: Partial,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s), Hills, Plains View, City
      • Waterfront features: Pond(s)
      Lot
      • Size: 17.93 Acres
      • Features: Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Rock Outcropping, Meadow, Unincorporated
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage, Outbuilding
      • Parcel number: R0058680
      • Zoning: F
      • Special conditions: Private Owner
      • Other equipment: Fireplace Tools Included
      • Horses can be raised: Yes
      • Horse amenities: Zoning Appropriate for 4+ Horses

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Mixed Use
      Materials
      • Frame, Stone, Log, Stucco
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2012
      Details
      • Builder name: LineOne Development

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Xcel, Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
      • Gas: Propane
      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Propane, Wood/Coal, Satellite Avail, High Speed Avail, Underground Utilities
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Sun Space, Southern Exposure, Windows, High Efficiency Furnace

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Fire Alarm
      • Subdivision: Sunshine Canyon area
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Boulder

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $724/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $3,845,400
      • Annual tax amount: $23,395
      • Date on market: 3/13/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Exclusions: Some Staging items
      • Road surface type: Dirt

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/14/2026Pending sale$4,300,000$724/sqft
        Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1053732 Report a problem
        5/16/2026Price change$4,300,000-14%$724/sqft
        Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1053732 Report a problem
        3/20/2026Listed for sale$5,000,000-14.9%$842/sqft
        Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1053732 Report a problem
        12/21/2025Listing removed$5,878,000$990/sqft
        Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1033501 Report a problem
        10/7/2025Price change$5,878,000-6%$990/sqft
        Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1033501 Report a problem
        6/27/2025Price change$6,250,000-3.8%$1,052/sqft
        Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1033501 Report a problem
        5/16/2025Listed for sale$6,500,000$1,094/sqft
        Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1033501 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$20,741 -1%$240,338 -4.1%
        2024$20,944 +9.1%$250,513 -1%
        2023$19,201 +5.4%$252,943 +20.3%
        2022$18,213 +22.6%$210,175 -2.8%
        2021$14,856 $216,223 +24%
        2020$14,856 +9.6%$174,353
        2019$13,551 $174,353 +9.4%
        2018$13,551 $159,358 -9.5%
        2017$13,551 +7.5%$176,179 +18.9%
        2016$12,604 +5.7%$148,167 +15.2%
        2015$11,924 +27.7%$128,618 +13.6%
        2014$9,341 +51.5%$113,184
        2013$6,165 +185%$113,184 +326.6%
        2012$2,163 -73.6%$26,529
        2011$8,208 -16.4%--
        2010$9,822 +8.6%$129,740
        2009$9,047 +2.7%$129,740 -11.8%
        2008$8,810 +9.1%$147,170
        2007$8,076 +3.6%$147,170 +11.8%
        2006$7,792 +7%$131,670
        2005$7,279 +0.5%$131,670 +5.7%
        2004$7,242 +2.7%$124,570
        2003$7,049 +101.3%$124,570 +18.6%
        2002$3,502 $105,050 -83.3%
        2001-- $628,300
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 80302

        Getting around

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        No Nearby Transit
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        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • Elementary: Flatirons
        • Middle: Casey
        • High: Boulder

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