Public Remarks: A unique and cozy home. Nestled among aspen trees & terraced outdoor gardens. Garden year-round in attached solar greenhouse. Superior Rocky Mtn spring water. Nice finish work. Sunny, warm. Fantastic Airbnb property, w/ track record and future bookings. Alternative septic system, buyer to resolve County requirments. Cash sale, loan unlikely. Hiking & XC skiing right outside. 10 min to Brainard Lake Rec, gateway to the Indian Peaks Wilderness. 30 mins to Boulder. Best value in Boulder County!
A unique and lovely home. This passive solar home is nestled among aspen trees & productive terraced outdoor gardens. You'll be gardening year-round in attached solar greenhouse. Superior Rocky Mtn spring water right from the tap. Cozy home with lots of great detailing. Located in the Town of Ward. Alternative septic system. Hiking or cross-country skiing right out the door. 1/4mi to the Brainard Lake Rd, gateway to the Indian Peaks Wilderness. 30 mins to Boulder. Best value in Boulder Cnty!
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #712012
Nov 2, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jun 23, 2013
Listed
$125,000
$125/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #674290
Dec 2, 2012
Listing Removed
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Feb 28, 2012
Listed
$130,000
$130/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #655865
Dec 14, 2011
Listing Removed
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Jul 8, 2011
Price Changed
$140,000
$140/sq ft
May 15, 2011
Listed
$160,000
$160/sq ft
IRES as Distributed by MLS Grid #634931
Nov 28, 2010
Listing Removed
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Jul 21, 2010
Listed
$160,000
$160/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,262 (+32.9%)
$950 + $13,631
$14,581
2024
$949 (+2.6%)
$950 + $13,631
$14,581
2023
$925 (−9.6%)
$744 + $11,209
$11,953
2022
$1,023 (+1.5%)
$744 + $14,894
$15,638
2021
$1,007 (+3.5%)
$827 + $11,190
$12,017
2020
$973 (+3.4%)
$851 + $11,512
$12,363
2019
$941 (+27.8%)
$1,359 + $10,382
$11,741
2018
$737 (+3.5%)
$1,359 + $10,382
$11,741
2017
$712 (−12.5%)
$1,224 + $7,812
$9,036
2016
$813 (+6.3%)
$1,224 + $7,812
$9,036
2015
$765 (+39.6%)
$1,831 + $8,135
$9,966
2014
$548 (+3.2%)
$1,035 + $5,683
$6,718
2013
$531 (−20.2%)
$1,035 + $5,683
$6,718
2012
$665 (+1.3%)
$1,035 + $5,683
$6,718
2011
$657 (−8.2%)
$3,741 + $4,776
$8,517
2010
$716 (+6.9%)
$3,741 + $6,448
$10,189
2009
$670
$4,460 + $4,980
$9,440
Tax history for 49 Modoc St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,262 (+32.9%)
$950 + $13,631
$14,581
2024
$949 (+2.6%)
$950 + $13,631
$14,581
2023
$925 (−9.6%)
$744 + $11,209
$11,953
2022
$1,023 (+1.5%)
$744 + $14,894
$15,638
2021
$1,007 (+3.5%)
$827 + $11,190
$12,017
2020
$973 (+3.4%)
$851 + $11,512
$12,363
2019
$941 (+27.8%)
$1,359 + $10,382
$11,741
2018
$737 (+3.5%)
$1,359 + $10,382
$11,741
2017
$712 (−12.5%)
$1,224 + $7,812
$9,036
2016
$813 (+6.3%)
$1,224 + $7,812
$9,036
2015
$765 (+39.6%)
$1,831 + $8,135
$9,966
2014
$548 (+3.2%)
$1,035 + $5,683
$6,718
2013
$531 (−20.2%)
$1,035 + $5,683
$6,718
2012
$665 (+1.3%)
$1,035 + $5,683
$6,718
2011
$657 (−8.2%)
$3,741 + $4,776
$8,517
2010
$716 (+6.9%)
$3,741 + $6,448
$10,189
2009
$670
$4,460 + $4,980
$9,440
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,180 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
660
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Boulder County
APN
R0513941
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Features
Covered Spaces: 0
Garage Spaces: 0
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarter): 0
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Hot Water, Baseboard, Wood Stove, Wood/Coal
Interior Features
Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Study Area, High Speed Internet, Eat-in Kitchen, Sun Space
Laundry Features: Main Level
Room Information
Basement: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Attached Greenhouse
Roof: Metal
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Lot Information
Horse(s): No
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Zoning: Rez
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Waterfront: No
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Ward
MLS Area Major: Suburban Mountains
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1000
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Building Area Total: 1000
Construction Materials: Wood/Frame
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: R0513941
Tax Annual Amount: 712
Tax Year: 2017
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane
Electric: Electric,Xcel
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
School Information
High School District: Boulder Valley Dist RE2
Elementary School: Nederland,Gold Hill
Middle or Junior School: Nederland
High School: Nederland
Location Information
Directions: Up Lefthand Canyon to Ward. Park at lot in the middle of town, across from the Utica St. Market. Walk up the dirt road past the large white building w/ green roof to the left. House is on the right.
Unparsed Address: 49 Modoc St Ward CO 80481
Street Number: 49
Street Name: Modoc
Street Suffix: St
City: Ward
State or Province: CO
County or Parish: Boulder
Country: US
Postal Code: 80481
Coordinates: -105.50779,40.07303
Latitude: 40.07303
Longitude: -105.50779
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 660
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,180 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1915
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Boulder County
APN: R0513941
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Exclusions: some personal property
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 7205300097
Close Price: $135,000
Photos Count: 25
Possible Use: Single Family
Special Listing Conditions: Private Owner
Standard Status: Closed
Listing Date Information
Close Date: Tuesday, June 5, 2018
Cumulative Days on Market: 53
Days on Market: 53
Listing Contract Date: Saturday, April 14, 2018
Modification Timestamp: Tuesday, July 30, 2024 5:21 PM
Home Information
Levels: Bi-Level
Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
Year Built: 1962
Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: Trombe Wall
Around this home
Schools
Nederland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.2mi
7/10
Nederland Middle-Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
4 days above 80° expected this year, 10 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
Ward, CO • 80481
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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36
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44
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63
44
54
37
39
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
June and 6 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.7 hrs
6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$317,000 – $384,000
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