This magical parcel awaits your vision. Initial architectural design work and site plan are done! A well is installed and soils report is complete! Did we mention A+ views and glimpses of Snowmass Creek below? This is a rare opportunity in a spectacular setting within view of the slopes. This private, elevated 5+ acre lot is nestled in piñon and scrub oak and boasts dramatic views of the Snowmass Ski Area and valley floor. Envisioned is a 4650 SF mountain modern home featuring 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, a bonus room, two car garage and decks all around. Hiking and biking are right outside your door. And it's only a short, scenic drive to Aspen, Snowmass and Basalt via paved and plowed roads. But with so much natural beauty, you'll never want to leave. Buy it, complete your design, submit your permit and get started building in much less time than if you started from scratch.
Vacant landProperty Type
5.31 acresLot Size
$196,798Price/Acres
$1,000/moHOA Dues
Listed by Scott Bayens• Aspen Snowmass Sotheby's International Realty - Hyman Mall
Road maintenance and snow removal included in association fees
Home design
Single-family lot
HOA & community
Homeowners association allows owners and renters to have pets
Association fee is $1,000 paid semi-annually
Association fees cover road maintenance and snow removal
Financial info
2021 tax year; annual tax amount $9,642.83
Other
Directions: From Watson Divide, left at Snowmass Creek Road and drive 3.5 miles, right on Shield O Road just before Snowmass Creek Road turns to dirt — lot is first on the right. From Snowmass Conoco, turn south from HWY 82; go 1 mile, take left at stop sign, drive 5.5 miles, right on Shield O Road just before Snowmass Creek Road turns to dirt — lot is first on the right.
Electricity and solar
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Private, elevated 5+ acre lot nestled in piñon and scrub oak. BIG views of the Snowmass Ski Area and surrounding valley. Parcel can accommodate a 5,750/sf home and is ''shovel ready''. Electric, phone & DSL conduit installed - wire, cable to be run - and unlike other options nearby, a newly permitted and proven well in place. Extremely easy access on paved and plowed roads to lot; from there a graded driveway to the building envelope has been cut. Building envelope is flat and protected from road and noise. Only a short, scenic drive to civilization or hiking, biking and skiing. A recently updated survey is on-file along with well permit and pump test (under Documents tab). Come stand on this special ground to see for yourself what's possible.
Public Records
Apr 17, 2019
Sold
$42,500
Public Records
Oct 29, 2012
Sold
$250,000
Public Records
Mar 11, 2004
Sold
$390,000
Public Records
Dec 18, 2001
Sold
$395,000
Public Records
Jul 25, 2000
Sold
$350,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,512 (+8.3%)
$148,500
2024
$10,634 (+5.6%)
$148,500
2023
$10,068 (−0.2%)
$135,320
2022
$10,092 (+0.3%)
$135,320
2021
$10,065 (−1.4%)
$123,250
2020
$10,210 (−0.4%)
$123,250
2019
$10,252 (+47.7%)
$130,500
2018
$6,940 (+6.1%)
$130,500
2017
$6,541
$87,000
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5.31 Acres
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Vacant Land
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Pitkin County
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R006807
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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
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 81° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Snowmass, CO • 81654
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Sun exposure
79/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Snowmass. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 51 Shield O Rd
$944,585
$100K under list price of $1.05M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $800K to $2.0M.