Public Remarks: Off the grid, Away from it all, and Out of this World Views! Remarkable off the grid custom build with majestic views. Only 3 miles to I-70, and less than an hour commute to Denver this home is sitting on over 4 acres of pristine mountain meadows, and was custom built with efficiency and longevity in mind. You will love the incredible panoramic views of Mt. Evans and the Continental Divide from every window. Completed in 2017 this off the grid solar and propane powered home has been built to meet or exceed 5 star energy standards, and has many energy saving features.You will be impressed with every detail. Recreational opportunities are abundant with close access to skiing, hiking, fishing / hunting and 4 wheeling. Enjoy the large flex space in the lower level which has the potential to be turned into a 3rd bedroom. This is a fantastic opportunity to own an off the grid home with all of the amenities of Denver within reach.
Single-familyProperty Type
2012Year Built
4.05 acresLot Size
$351Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 car garageParking
Listed by Ryan Olbrich• LIV Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by • LIV Sotheby's International Realty
Contact: 303-674-3200
Bought with Deborah Simon• LIV Sotheby's International Realty
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.05 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,904
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Gilpin County
APN
183516200006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
M-1
Mining District
This District is established solely for the purpose of providing for mining, prospecting, exploring, milling, processing, and/or placering of mineral resources.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Processing
Self-Storage / mini-Storage
Warehouse
Infrastructure
Office
Research & development
Communications tower
Oct 30, 2023 • Final
Building
Work on a detached garage.
New construction
Oct 25, 2023 • Final
Site excavation
Work on a detached garage.
ADU
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Logs Included, Living Room, Single Fireplace
Central Vacuum, Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan
Room Information
Basement: None, Walk-Out Access, Structural Floor
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio and Porch Features: Patio, Deck
Roof: Composition
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Lot Information
Horse(s): No
Lot Features: Wooded, Rolling Slope, Abuts National Forest, Abuts Public Open Space, Meadow
Other Structures: Outbuildings
Zoning: M-1
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
View: Yes
Waterfront: No
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Little Florence
MLS Area Major: Suburban Mountains
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2070
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Building Area Total: 2070
Construction Materials: Wood/Frame, Stucco, Wood Siding, Concrete
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: 1385
Tax Year: 2018
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Propane
Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Septic,Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association: Yes
Association Fee: 50
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
High School District: Clear Creek RE-1
Elementary School: Carlson
Middle or Junior School: Clear Creek
High School: Clear Creek
Location Information
Directions: From Exit 238 Fall River Road. Take Fall river Road to York Gulch. Right on York Gulch. York Gulch to Red Tail Ridge. Right on Red Tail Ridge. At the "T" in the road Red Tail Ridge Goes to the Right (down the hill). Follow Red Tail Ridge down the hill and home will be on the right, with a bridge.
Unparsed Address: 481 Red Tail Ridge Rd Idaho Springs CO 80452
Street Number: 481
Street Name: Red Tail Ridge
Street Suffix: Rd
City: Idaho Springs
State or Province: CO
County or Parish: Clear Creek
Country: US
Postal Code: 80452
Coordinates: -105.562706,39.790321
Latitude: 39.790321
Longitude: -105.562706
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,904
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: —
County: Gilpin County
APN: 183516200006
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 303-674-3200
Close Price: $570,000
Photos Count: 38
Special Listing Conditions: Private Owner
Standard Status: Closed
Listing Date Information
Close Date: Friday, September 18, 2020
Cumulative Days on Market: 422
Days on Market: 422
Listing Contract Date: Friday, June 21, 2019
Modification Timestamp: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 6:05 PM
Home Information
Levels: Bi-Level
Window Features: Window Coverings, Double Pane Windows
Year Built: 2012
Green Information
Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
Around this home
Schools
Carlson Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.1mi
6/10
Clear Creek Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 10.0mi
2/10
Clear Creek High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.0mi
5/10
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 80° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Idaho Springs, CO • 80452
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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45
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 6.1 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$699,000 – $845,000
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