OFF MARKET

Off market aug 2020 for $1.9M

$3,422,860

•

3,740

sq ft

499 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 81224

About this home

A true legacy property, this classic mountain home resides on 2.2 acres in the quiet & private Alpine Meadows Subdivision. You'll truly feel that you've escaped to the mountains as this home is surrounded by majestic pine trees and has expansive views overlooking the Slate River as it wanders towards the town of Crested Butte. With 5 bedrooms, each with a private bath, spacious & open living, kitchen dining and extensive decking this home will welcome all of your family and friends! The expansive home offers a private master wing with picture windows looking over the river, a wet bar/coffee bar, spacious bath walk in closet. Recent renovations include: fully updated kitchen with stainless appliances & propane range; redesigned living kitchen dining for a more open feel, wood flooring throughout living areas, 4 guest baths complete with granite countertops, updated light fixtures, exterior painted summer 2018, interior paint, new energy efficient french doors to deck and electronic blinds in master suite. Alpine Meadows property owners enjoy exclusive use of Nicholson lake for fishing, swimming, paddle boarding, ice skating & non-motorized boating. This is a true mountain treasure where memories will be made for years to come.

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

2.22 acresLot Size

$915Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Margaret Dethloff • Bluebird Real Estate, LLC

Bought with Meg Brethauer • Crested Butte Resort Real Estate

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Redfin Estimate

$3,422,860

$1.4M since sold in August 2020$111K since October

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This home's estimate is 24.2% lower than the average sale price ($4.51M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$3,025,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths3,056 sq ft
330 Larkspur Loop, Crested Butte, CO 81224
SOLD NOV 10, 2026
$10,350,000
B
5 beds6 baths4,531 sq ft
45 Ermine Ln, Snowmass Village, CO 81615
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$2,325,000
C
5 beds5 baths4,202 sq ft
88 Castle Rock Ct, Crested Butte, CO 81224
SOLD SEP 15, 2026
$5,325,000
D
6 beds5 baths4,061 sq ft
49 Elk Ridge Ln, Snowmass Village, CO 81615
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$3,685,000
E
5 beds4 baths3,464 sq ft
43 Anthracite Dr, Crested Butte, CO 81225
SOLD JAN 20, 2026
$2,371,000
F
6 beds5.5 baths4,232 sq ft
18 Buttercup Ln, Crested Butte, CO 81225

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Market trends in 81224, CO

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.8%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$26K MoM

Avg. days on market

54d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

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$288,000
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$1,800,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,164 sq ft
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$2,750,000
4 beds3 baths2,072 sq ft
29 Whiterock Ave, Crested Butte, CO 81224
3D & VIDEO TOUR
$2,450,000
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Sale history for 499 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,064 (−11.5%)

$32,860 + $144,110

$176,970

2024

$12,505 (+3.2%)

$32,860 + $144,110

$176,970

2023

$12,123 (+40.2%)

$34,210 + $175,930

$210,140

2022

$8,646 (+12.8%)

$34,380 + $176,790

$211,170

2021

$7,665 (+49.2%)

$14,400 + $112,720

$127,120

2020

$5,139 (+2.3%)

$14,810 + $115,960

$130,770

2019

$5,023 (+25.2%)

$19,790 + $68,850

$88,640

2018

$4,011 (−1.0%)

$19,790 + $68,850

$88,640

2017

$4,052 (+31.5%)

$12,330 + $56,060

$68,390

2016

$3,082 (+1.5%)

$12,330 + $56,060

$68,390

2015

$3,037 (+108.7%)

$8,360 + $47,050

$55,410

2014

$1,455

$8,360 + $47,050

$55,410

Tax history for 499 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$11,064 (−11.5%)

$32,860 + $144,110

$176,970

2024

$12,505 (+3.2%)

$32,860 + $144,110

$176,970

2023

$12,123 (+40.2%)

$34,210 + $175,930

$210,140

2022

$8,646 (+12.8%)

$34,380 + $176,790

$211,170

2021

$7,665 (+49.2%)

$14,400 + $112,720

$127,120

2020

$5,139 (+2.3%)

$14,810 + $115,960

$130,770

2019

$5,023 (+25.2%)

$19,790 + $68,850

$88,640

2018

$4,011 (−1.0%)

$19,790 + $68,850

$88,640

2017

$4,052 (+31.5%)

$12,330 + $56,060

$68,390

2016

$3,082 (+1.5%)

$12,330 + $56,060

$68,390

2015

$3,037 (+108.7%)

$8,360 + $47,050

$55,410

2014

$1,455

$8,360 + $47,050

$55,410

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.22 Acres

Year renovated

1986

Sq. Ft.

3,740

Year built

1970

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Gunnison County

APN

R012819

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Parking
Features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Room Information
Basement Information: Concrete

Room 1 Information
Master Bedroom
Level: Main

Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup

Equipment
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
Unfurnished
Flooring: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Tile
Other Features: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Data, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Stories: 3
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Wood Siding, Wood Frame, Stick Built

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Landscaping, Propane Tank - Leased
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Security Features: Security System

Land Information
Current Use: Residential
Possible Use: Residential

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 2.22
Lot Features: Adjacent To Open Space, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: County Road, Private Road
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Zoning Description: Residential Single Family

Property Information
Has View
Foundation Details: Permanent

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2019

Rental Information
Pets Allowed Details: Yes

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Phone Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Well

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric

Location

HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Name: Alpine Meadows Subdivision

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,740
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.22 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Gunnison County
APN: R012819

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Crested Butte Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi

9/10

Gunnison Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 24.2mi

6/10

Gunnison High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 24.6mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

10 days above 79° expected this year, 27 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.5 hours in June and 6.2 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$3.25M – $3.94M

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Home values near 499 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
624 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2675 Sq. Ft.	$3,890,880
422 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2678 Sq. Ft.	$2,292,084
311 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1996 Sq. Ft.	$2,780,226
407 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4300 Sq. Ft.	$4,586,120
547 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4998 Sq. Ft.	$4,420,708
665 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2715 Sq. Ft.	$1,683,002
2350 County Road 734, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2957 Sq. Ft.	$3,095,690

Address	Redfin Estimate
608 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3346 Sq. Ft.	$3,762,179
236 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1384 Sq. Ft.	$1,949,437
345 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1872 Sq. Ft.	$1,886,509
435 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2947 Sq. Ft.	$3,126,858
599 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 6 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 4339 Sq. Ft.	$4,456,296
499 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd Lot 10, Alpine Meadows Su, Crested Butte, CO 5 Beds \| 5.5 Baths \| 3960 Sq. Ft.	$2,700,564
2111 County Road 734, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5941 Sq. Ft.	$5,545,244

Address	Redfin Estimate
590 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3632 Sq. Ft.	$3,390,416
289 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2690 Sq. Ft.	$2,287,107
343 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5694 Sq. Ft.	$5,922,191
467 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2946 Sq. Ft.	$2,409,961
613 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3982 Sq. Ft.	$2,866,654
289 Nicholson Lake Ridge Rd Lot 21A, Alpine Meadows S, Crested Butte, CO 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3083 Sq. Ft.	$1,426,714
2384 Co Rd 734 Apartment 2384 County Rd 734, Crested Butte, CO 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1432 Sq. Ft.	$751,122

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