A rare offering on Red Mountain, combining luxury contemporary design on a spacious lot with remarkable views of Aspen Mountain, Highlands, the Elk Mountain Range and featuring downtown Aspen front and center. Stunning architecture by acclaimed West Coast architects Aidlin Darling Design, the contemporary structure of steel and stone is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling glass, drawing light and views into every corner of the home. Throughout, the design draws on elements of water, light, and air, working in concert with the landscape to create a true modern masterpiece. The main level is built for entertaining, anchored by a great room with soaring ceilings that flows seamlessly to the saltwater pool and spa deck with an outdoor kitchen, bordered by sweeping lawns. Seven bedroom suites are thoughtfully arranged to offer privacy and luxury for family and guests alike. The lower level unlocks an entirely different world of amenities: a bar and lounge, wine room, flex gym and spa, and a custom theater. Long considered the most sought after neighborhood in Aspen, Red Mountain provides an unmatched measure of privacy and luxury immersed in the natural beauty of the surrounding peaks.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$8,817Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Carrie Wells• Coldwell Banker Mason Morse-Aspen
Red Mountain, located between Aspen Mountain and the Roaring Fork River, is a hillside and residential Aspen neighborhood with steep switchback roads and panoramic valley views. The character concentrates along Red Mountain Road near the Red Mountain Ranch entrance, where gated drives, stone retaining walls, and quiet overlooks set a private, alpine tone. Architecture leans contemporary mountain estates alongside classic chalet forms, often framed by aspen groves and ski-run sightlines. The climb above town keeps the soundscape hushed while still tied to Aspen’s cultural calendar. Aspen Art Museum, Wheeler Opera House, and the Aspen Music Festival & School function as familiar anchors for nights in town. Trails and open space define daily rhythms as much as the skyline.
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Market insights
979 Red Mountain Rd · $85,000,000
DAYS ON MARKET
84 days
The average home goes pending in 71 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
87.5%
Most homes are selling 13% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$85,000,000
Median list price in this area is $16,305,016. (81% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Furnished
Gas fireplace
Bathrooms
7 full bathrooms
3 half bathrooms
Kitchen
Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Water softener
Heating & cooling
Radiant heating
Forced air heating
Has cooling
Exterior features
Nearly one-acre lot
Membrane roof
Home design
Single family residence
Excellent condition
Parking
3-car garage
Other
Directions: From town, take Mill Street to Red Mountain Road. Property is on the left before Wrights Road.
Located in the Red Mountain subdivision
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Nestled into the hills with sweeping views of Aspen Mountain, this masterpiece by Aidlin Darling Design captures alpine modernism at its height. Dark ebonized wood, textured concrete and stone masonry unite to create a timeless architectural canvas. Once inside, rich three-dimensional layering creates a dynamic experience. An ever-expansive floorplan built for contemporary living and entertaining extends to over 9,641 sqft, framing ever-changing views of lush greenery and snow covered peaks that alternate with the seasons. Floors and ceilings shift, soar and adapt subtly to both topography and views. An open kitchen and dining area facilitates gatherings, both large and small. A lower level lounge inspires further socialization with a theater, bar and statement fireplace.Four Seasons-style spa and fitness facilities lend to a resort-like atmosphere that permeates the entire residence. Beyond the interiors, an infinity-edge lap pool and reflecting pool roof, disguised as abstract horizontal planes mirroring the views, unite for one of the most breathtaking outdoor entertainment settings in Aspen. Four Seasons-style spa and fitness facilities lend to a resort-like atmosphere that permeates the entire residence. Beyond the interiors, an infinity-edge lap pool and reflecting pool roof, disguised as abstract horizontal planes mirroring the views, unite for one of the most breathtaking outdoor entertainment settings in Aspen.
AGMLS #132043
Sep 3, 2014
Sold
$23,070,269
$2,393/sq ft
+2
Prime Red Mountain! Brand new sophisticated contemporary home designed by acclaimed Aidlin-Darling, scheduled to be completed June 2014. Classic materials meet cutting-edge spatial design in this estate already heralded as one of Aspen’s finest pieces of architecture. Organic finishes traverse from the exterior in, creating an elegant and intimate interior framing breathtaking views. Board-form concrete, monolithic stone, and dark cedar contrast with European White Oak and French limestone flooring. Indoor-outdoor living is maximized with engaging spaces throughout. An 80 foot infinity pool, 2 spectacular hot tubs, 6000 SF of lawn and garden and snowmelted patios/drive offer fantastic on-site recreation. Experience modern Aspen architecture at its absolute best!
AGMLS #120102
May 12, 2011
Sold
$5,275,000
$547/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 15, 2007
Sold
$6,700,000
$695/sq ft
Public Records
May 26, 2005
Sold
$4,330,000
$449/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 17, 2003
Sold
$3,500,000
$363/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$74,321 (+20.7%)
$600,000 + $1,676,630
$2,276,630
2024
$61,564 (+9.6%)
$600,000 + $1,676,630
$2,276,630
2023
$56,166 (+1.3%)
$735,730 + $1,404,580
$2,140,310
2022
$55,446 (+0.3%)
$735,730 + $1,404,580
$2,140,310
2021
$55,301 (+9.9%)
$667,200 + $1,084,210
$1,751,410
2020
$50,325 (+0.5%)
$686,400 + $1,115,410
$1,801,810
2019
$50,053 (−14.6%)
$657,800 + $969,150
$1,626,950
2018
$58,604 (+15.1%)
$657,800 + $969,150
$1,626,950
2017
$50,906 (+25.6%)
$648,000 + $1,257,890
$1,905,890
2016
$40,537 (+77.0%)
$648,000 + $1,257,890
$1,905,890
2014
$22,897
$497,500 + $990,320
$1,487,820
Public record
Beds
7
Baths
9
Stories
3
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Finished Sq. Ft.
9,641
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
9,641
Year built
2014
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pitkin County
APN
R004269
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Mar 6, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 81° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Aspen. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.2 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 979 Red Mountain Rd
$80,034,718
$5.0M under list price of $85.0M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $12.0M to $46.4M.