6.12 acres in Idaho Springs with a name that tells part of the story before you even set foot on it. This is the Star Mine property, situated along Ute Creek Road with Ute Creek running through the base of the lot, pines and aspens covering the hillside, and tens of thousands of acres of public land bordering the property directly. This is a rare setup for a parcel this size. The combination of a named historic mining claim, a creek at the base, mature tree cover, and direct adjacency to public land puts this in a different category than a standard vacant lot. Whether you are looking for a private off-grid retreat, a hunting basecamp, or simply a unique and well-located piece of Clear Creek County land, this property delivers on multiple fronts. The hunting angle is particularly strong. The property sits in Game Management Unit 39, a well regarded unit for elk and deer, and with tens of thousands of acres of public land accessible directly from your property line, you have essentially unlimited backcountry to hunt and explore without ever moving your truck. Ute Creek itself adds to the recreational and aesthetic value, providing a natural anchor to the lower portion of the lot and the kind of running water feature that makes a mountain property feel complete. Access is along Ute Creek Road and high clearance is recommended. Idaho Springs is just a short drive away for supplies and amenities, with Denver less than an hour out via I70, making this an exceptionally accessible piece of mountain land for a Front Range buyer.
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K - 12
Preschool & daycare
King-Murphy Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 12.4mi
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Clear Creek Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 12.0mi
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Clear Creek High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.0mi
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Deciduous trees
Sloping lot
Rock outcropping
Abuts national forest
Mountain setting
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Unimproved land
Utilities
Well needed
No sewer
Sale and tax history for Ute Creek Rd
Sale History
Tax History
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Event
Price
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #4869047
Oct 20, 2026
Listed
$64,900
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #8862482
Mar 25, 2024
Sold
$20,000
Mar 16, 2024
Pending
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Mar 1, 2024
Listed
$20,000
Public Remarks
Looking for some seclusion in the mountains? Imagine yourself surrounded by mature trees and mountains just a short drive from Denver. Come and own your little piece of history located near the historic town of Idaho Springs. This 2.92-acre lot offers direct road access from Ute Creek Rd. Known as the Teneriffe Mine the lot includes surface and mineral rights. Use GPS coordinates: 39.7238, -105.6278
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #5175499
Sep 30, 2023
Listing Removed
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Apr 7, 2023
Listed
$20,000
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Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
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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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Idaho Springs, CO • 80452
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This home ranks in the top 27% for direct sun exposure in Idaho Springs. There appears to be significant shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for Ute Creek Rd
$64,760
$140 under list price of $65K
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