Discover the perfect canvas for your Colorado mountain retreat at 1010 Upper Forest Road — a prime unimproved land lot located in the scenic St. Mary’s Glacier community of Idaho Springs. With water and sewer conveniently available at the street, this property offers a rare opportunity to build your own custom mountain home surrounded by alpine beauty and endless outdoor adventure. Imagine a home nestled among evergreens, where mornings begin with crisp mountain air and the sound of wind through the pines. Whether you envision a cozy cabin, modern chalet, or weekend getaway, this lot’s location and accessibility make it an ideal setting to bring your vision to life. Beyond the property, St. Mary’s Glacier is a true Colorado lifestyle destination. POA members enjoy private access to two stocked trout lakes, while nearby are miles of public hiking, snowshoeing, ATV trails that wind through the Arapaho National Forest. In winter, snow-covered trails and nearby ski slopes create a playground for adventure seekers; in summer, paddleboarding, fishing, and mountain picnics are part of everyday life. Just 20 minutes from downtown Idaho Springs, you’ll find charming restaurants, local breweries, boutique shops, and relaxing hot springs — all within easy reach of I-70, connecting you quickly to Denver or world-class skiing at Loveland Ski Area in under 30 minutes. Whether you’re seeking to build a full-time residence or a weekend escape, 1010 Upper Forest Rd offers the chance to live in one of Colorado’s most breathtaking alpine communities.
Vacant landProperty Type
0.41 acresLot Size
$112,364Price/Acres
Listed by Debbra Abeyta• Keller Williams Integrity Real Estate LLC
Discover the perfect canvas for your Colorado mountain retreat at 1010 Upper Forest Road - a prime unimproved land lot located in the scenic St. Mary's Glacier community of Idaho Springs. With water and sewer conveniently available at the street, this property offers a rare opportunity to build your own custom mountain home surrounded by alpine beauty and endless outdoor adventure. Imagine a home nestled among evergreens, where mornings begin with crisp mountain air and the sound of wind through the pines. Whether you envision a cozy cabin, modern chalet, or weekend getaway, this lot's location and accessibility make it an ideal setting to bring your vision to life. Beyond the property, St. Mary's Glacier is a true Colorado lifestyle destination. POA members enjoy private access to two stocked trout lakes, while nearby are miles of public hiking, snowshoeing, ATV trails that wind through the Arapaho National Forest. In winter, snow-covered trails and nearby ski slopes create a playground for adventure seekers; in summer, paddleboarding, fishing, and mountain picnics are part of everyday life. Just 20 minutes from downtown Idaho Springs, you'll find charming restaurants, local breweries, boutique shops, and relaxing hot springs - all within easy reach of I-70, connecting you quickly to Denver or world-class skiing at Loveland Ski Area in under 30 minutes. Whether you're seeking to build a full-time residence or a weekend escape, 1010 Upper Forest Rd offers the chance to live in one of Colorado's most breathtaking alpine communities.
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Last updated by owner on Feb 10, 2026.
R-2
Residential Two-Family Units District
This District is established for the purpose of providing for two-family residential development in areas where the land characteristics allow for greater density of use than R-1.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
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Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Ownership: Individual
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 17,859.6
Lot Size Acres: 0.41
Lot Features: Sloped
Zoning: R-2
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,016
Tax Year: 2024
Parcel Number: 1837-034-06-014
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Name: St. Mary’s Glacier Property Owner Association
Association Management Type: Voluntary
Association Fee: $60
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Annual: $60
Association Fee Total Annual: $60
Association Phone: (303) 941-1859
School Information
Elementary School District: Clear Creek RE-1
Middle Or Junior School District: Clear Creek RE-1
High School District: Clear Creek RE-1
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Clear Creek County
APN: 1837-034-06-014
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Carlson Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 8.7mi
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Clear Creek Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 15.0mi
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Clear Creek High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 15.0mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 79° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Estimated sale price
$44,000 – $53,000
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