Public Remarks: 15 Scenic Miles to downtown Boulder, this gently leveled, sunny, and buildable lot is the ideal spot for your Colorado mountain cabin. Nestled in one of the area's most sought-after "secret spots", This Bar-K parcel is one of the last lots able to be developed within the community. With new electric installed through Xcel Energy, A full Site Plan Review allowing a 3,000+ sqft home, approved building permits, Septic permits, land survey, Soils test, fire mitigation review certification, proposed driveway engineering, and year-round county-maintained roads, you can start building your dream getaway without complications. The seller's have done the heavy lifting with with the county and all plans have been paid for and approved. Simply bring your builder! Enjoy the peace of the mountains with convenient access to city amenities, Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Eldora Ski Resort. Voluntary HOA membership provides exclusive perks, including access to three private, stocked fishing lakes, horse pastures, community gardens, and over 60 acres of shared open space and trails. Please call agent for more information. Please see Boulder County's Assessors record page for further documentation or contact agent for an emailed file of all improvements.
Vacant landProperty Type
0.77 acresLot Size
$118,829Price/Acres
Listed by Drew Villa• Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
Contact: 3032108926
Bought with Drew Villa• Coldwell Banker Realty-Boulder
Flat, sunny, easy to build site, perfect for your Colorado cabin in a desired private mountain community. Electricity already on site! Year round county maintained roads, and a stunning 15 mile drive to Boulder. Near Estes Park, Rocky Mt Nat'l Park & Eldora Ski Resort. The HOA is voluntary and gives you private access to 3 stocked fishing lakes, horse pastures, and 60 acres of common use areas and trails. Property sits within walking distance from Rock lake. Priced to sell quickly!
Public Records
Oct 22, 1998
Sold
$32,000
Public Records
Mar 1, 1993
Sold
$7,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,151 (+7.6%)
$24,003
2024
$1,999 (+1.8%)
$24,003
2023
$1,964 (+45.1%)
$22,619
2022
$1,353 (+4.0%)
$22,619
2021
$1,301 (−1.1%)
$14,500
2020
$1,315 (+2.9%)
$14,500
2019
$1,278 (+23.5%)
$14,500
2018
$1,034 (+2.9%)
$14,500
2017
$1,006 (−28.0%)
$11,600
2016
$1,396 (+5.4%)
$11,600
2015
$1,325 (+16.0%)
$15,660
2014
$1,142 (+3.3%)
$13,050
2013
$1,105 (+4.1%)
$13,050
2012
$1,062 (+0.9%)
$13,050
2011
$1,053 (−24.1%)
$13,050
2010
$1,387 (+6.4%)
$13,050
2009
$1,303
$17,400
Tax history for 575 Ranch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,151 (+7.6%)
$24,003
2024
$1,999 (+1.8%)
$24,003
2023
$1,964 (+45.1%)
$22,619
2022
$1,353 (+4.0%)
$22,619
2021
$1,301 (−1.1%)
$14,500
2020
$1,315 (+2.9%)
$14,500
2019
$1,278 (+23.5%)
$14,500
2018
$1,034 (+2.9%)
$14,500
2017
$1,006 (−28.0%)
$11,600
2016
$1,396 (+5.4%)
$11,600
2015
$1,325 (+16.0%)
$15,660
2014
$1,142 (+3.3%)
$13,050
2013
$1,105 (+4.1%)
$13,050
2012
$1,062 (+0.9%)
$13,050
2011
$1,053 (−24.1%)
$13,050
2010
$1,387 (+6.4%)
$13,050
2009
$1,303
$17,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.77 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Boulder County
APN
R0030126
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 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
Exterior
Land Information
Road Surface Type: Dirt
Lot Information
Horse(s): Yes
Current Use: Horses
Lot Features: Wooded, Level, Abuts National Forest, Meadow
Road Frontage Type: Priv Rd up to County Standards
Zoning: F
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
View: Yes
Waterfront: No
Abuts Pond/Lake
Subdivision Information
Subdivision Name: Bar K Ranch 3
MLS Area Major: Suburban Mountains
Building Information
Development Status: Boundaries Marked, Site Plan Approved, Building Permit Ready
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: R0030126
Tax Annual Amount: 1999
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Electricity at Property
Location
HOA Information
Association: No
Community Features: Hiking/Biking Trails
School Information
High School District: Boulder Valley Dist RE2
Elementary School: Jamestown
Middle or Junior School: Nederland
High School: Nederland
Location Information
Directions: Google maps/GPS takes you there accurately. Will see for sale sign located on property.
Unparsed Address: 575 Ranch Rd Ward CO 80481
Street Number: 575
Street Name: Ranch
Street Suffix: Rd
City: Ward
State or Province: CO
County or Parish: Boulder
Country: US
Postal Code: 80481
Coordinates: -105.44007,40.11517
Latitude: 40.11517
Longitude: -105.44007
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Boulder County
APN: R0030126
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Attribution Contact: 3032108926
Close Price: $65,000
Photos Count: 12
Possible Use: Single Family
Special Listing Conditions: Private Owner
Standard Status: Closed
Listing Date Information
Close Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Cumulative Days on Market: 148
Days on Market: 148
Listing Contract Date: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Modification Timestamp: Friday, November 14, 2025 4:42 PM
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Places
Transit
Nederland Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 10.9mi
7/10
Nederland Middle-Senior High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 12.1mi
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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
5 days above 81° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$87,000 – $106,000
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