Nestled just off Riverside Drive, this cozy creekside log cabin offers the perfect escape. Inside, you'll find a classic stone fireplace & a large flat-top wood stove. The N.W-side enclosure features double-pane windows that lets in light and views of the river. Outside, to E. is a workshop/studio, complete with a streamside porch for relaxing a few feet from the creek. This is a seasonal cabin, meaning water and sewer are only usable in shoulder seasons/Summer). Thereby cash or private lender, no owner carry available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
$282Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Dirk Arnold• Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
Est. $1,560 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 223 Riverside Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #1044211
Mar 11, 2026
Sold
$228,800
$282/sq ft
Feb 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Dec 21, 2025
Price Changed
$275,000
$340/sq ft
Aug 22, 2025
Listed
$300,000
$370/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 2017
Sold
$215,000
$265/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #820829
Dec 1, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Dec 1, 2017
Sold
$215,000
$265/sq ft
Nov 14, 2017
Contingent
—
Aug 17, 2017
Price Changed
$225,000
$278/sq ft
May 21, 2017
Listed
$240,000
$296/sq ft
+7
Public Remarks
Adorable creekside cabin with 190' of frontage on the St. Vrain River! No flood damage in 2013! Close to Lyons and Boulder, it's the perfect getaway property to escape the stress and heat of summer. A GREAT Airbnb opportunity; rent by the night when you're not using it yourself! cabin features a stone fireplace, woodstove, refinished wood floors, open floor plan and the detached garage can be an extra bed or studio.
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #799572
Nov 16, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Aug 6, 2016
Listed
$240,000
$296/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #791320
Jul 30, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 13, 2016
Listed
$240,000
$296/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #772487
Oct 2, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 14, 2015
Listed
$223,000
$275/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #770126
Aug 14, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jul 21, 2015
Listed
$235,000
$290/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #682195
Jun 5, 2012
Listing Removed
—
May 25, 2012
Listed
$240,000
$296/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 5, 2000
Sold
$175,500
$217/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 26, 1985
Sold
$30,000
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,644 (+9.0%)
$1,694 + $15,050
$16,744
2024
$1,508 (+1.5%)
$1,694 + $15,050
$16,744
2023
$1,486 (+25.8%)
$16,991
2022
$1,182 (−1.2%)
$1,487 + $19,189
$20,676
2021
$1,196 (+1.4%)
$1,175 + $11,662
$12,837
2020
$1,180 (+1.6%)
$1,208 + $11,998
$13,206
2019
$1,161 (+66.5%)
$1,287 + $11,783
$13,070
2018
$698 (+1.2%)
$1,287 + $11,783
$13,070
2017
$690 (+14.4%)
$1,008 + $6,912
$7,920
2016
$603 (+18.9%)
$1,008 + $6,912
$7,920
2015
$507 (−1.4%)
$1,345 + $5,461
$6,806
2014
$514 (−31.3%)
$876 + $5,094
$5,970
2013
$748 (−15.1%)
$876 + $5,094
$5,970
2012
$881 (+7.4%)
$1,274 + $7,379
$8,653
2011
$821 (+12.3%)
$4,060 + $6,209
$10,269
2010
$731 (+2.0%)
$4,060 + $6,209
$10,269
2009
$716
$5,810 + $3,420
$9,230
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
1
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,973 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
810
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boulder County
APN
R0053501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
F
Forestry District
Rural areas established for the purpose of efficiently using land to conserve forest resources, protect the natural environment, and preserve open areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Livestock production
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Office
Public service
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Type: Off Street
Parking Features: Off Street
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
All Bedrooms Conform: 0
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarters Baths (Main): 1
# of Baths Rough In: 1
Study Information
Has Study: 1
Family Room Information
Has Family Room: 1
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Wood Stove
Interior Features
Appliances: Some Furniture
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Fencing: Partial
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Property Information
Levels: One
Has Improvements: No
Sq. Ft. Main Floor: 810
New Construction Status: Not New, Previously Owned
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Cabin
Other Structures: Storage
Above Grade Finished Area: 810
Zoning: Forestry
Land Information
Possible Use: Single Family
Lot Information
Flood Plain: High Hazard
Lot Features: Abuts Stream/Creek/River, Water Rights Included
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,508
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Has Water Rights: Yes
Is Water Meter Installed: No
Sewer: Septic Vault
Utilities: Propane
Gas: private
Trash: owner
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Lyons
Middle Or Junior High School: Lyons
High School: Lyons
High School District: ST Vrain Dist RE 1J
Location Information
Directions: From Lyons Co. at Hwy 36 & Hwy 7, turn Left on Hwy 7 and go 11.5Mi to left on lower road to Raymond/Riverside Dr., go 3/10th to left across the Big Rock Bridge before east of the large 20 ft Boulder, and then turn right after crossing for 1/10 mi. The first house on the Right is for sale. There are two parking spaces between the house and the workshop.
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 810
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,973 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Boulder County
APN: R0053501
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Lyons Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.3mi
7/10
Lyons Middle/Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 9.3mi
9/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 82° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Lyons, CO • 80540
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$348,000 – $421,000
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