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Discover a rare opportunity to create a custom mountain retreat in the very heart of Ouray, Colorado, often called the Little San Francisco of the San Juans. Located on the uphill side of 4th Street, just one block from the Ski Hill, this quiet and scenic property sits among some of Ouray’s most sought-after historic Victorian homes, offering a setting that perfectly blends mountain charm, walkability, and breathtaking alpine scenery. Rooted in Ouray’s mining-era history, this unique home was thoughtfully created by blending a historic cabin with an ideal in-town building site. The result is a flexible mountain residence with duplex potential, featuring intelligently aligned entrances and stairways that allow for private, separate living spaces. Since its creation, the property has been a highly successful year-round rental, and the zoning allows long-term rentals of 30 days or more, addressing one of Ouray’s most in-demand housing needs. Accessed via a south-side stairway, the home immediately showcases smart engineering for alpine conditions. Welded metal stairs and railings allow snow and ice to pass through, reducing winter maintenance and enhancing safety. At the top, a welcoming west-facing porch overlooks town with commanding views toward Twin Peaks and the Rock of Ages, setting the tone for the mountain lifestyle this home delivers. From the porch, you may enter the main living level or continue to a secondary entranceideal for a private duplex unit or flexible multi-use living. The lower level features a spacious great room with soaring ceilings, abundant southern windows, a bay window framing eastern mountain views, and a large private bath. The rear portion connects seamlessly to the main-level kitchen, dining, and office spaces, along with a second full bath. A back door opens to a covered rear deck, while interior stairs lead down to the full garage and workshop/studio area below. The upper level is truly show-stopping, offering open, light-filled living with a well-sized kitchen and dining area, bedroom space, and a flexible living room. Step outside to the signature southwest-facing patio, where sweeping mountain views define the experience. The east end of this level delivers unobstructed vistas of Ouray’s famous Amphitheater, the dramatic mountain bowl above town known for its unforgettable nightly alpenglow. The full-length lot includes a walkway to a storage area and a covered parking pad accessed from the alleyan ideal location for a future garage or potential ADU, offering additional income or guest accommodations. Parking and storage are exceptional for in-town Ouray, with on-street parking, a concrete pad, a two-car garage tucked beneath the home, and a generous workshop or studio space. The property has been thoughtfully leveled and landscaped with perennial plantings, stone walls, and exterior lighting, reflecting the care and vision of its creators. Due to a mid-winter leak, the upper levels have been cleared, with drywall and flooring removed. Most cabinets and fixtures are intact and ready for reinstallation, giving the next owner a rare chance to customize finishes and elevate the home to their own visionwhether modern mountain, historic restoration, or a blend of both. Whether you’re seeking a primary residence, second or third mountain home, or a long-term rental investment near Ouray, Ridgway, Silverton, and Telluride, this property offers location, flexibility, views, and character that are increasingly rare in the San Juan Mountains. This is your chance to own a piece of Little San Francisco in the Switzerland of Americawhere history, adventure, and alpine beauty meet. Schedule your private showing today and imagine what’s possible.
Details
| MLS # | 830272 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1898 |
| Days On Site | 270 |
| Listing Provided By | United Country Sneffels Realty | Todd Schroedel |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,518 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 3 |
| Zoning | Residential Single Family |
| Acreage | 0.08 |
| Property View | Yes |
Interior
| Furnished | Unfurnished |
|---|
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Deck, Shed |
|---|---|
| Construction Materials | Wood Frame, Stick Built |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Lot Features | Ski In Ski Out |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | Yes |
| Parking Features | Attached, Garage, Rv Access Parking |
Utilities
| Utilities | Cellular Phone Reception, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, High Speed Internet Available |
|---|
Other
| List Aor | Montrose Association Of Realtors |
|---|
Taxes
| Property | 2138 |
|---|
Area Information
| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | Ouray |
| City | Ouray |
| Zip Code | 81427 |
| Area | Ouray City |
| School District | Ouray 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Ouray K-6 |
| High School | Ouray 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in 81427) | |
Price: $975,000 low | high Med: $862,500 sqft: 1,518 low | high Med: 1,869 $ / sqft: $642 low | high Med: $463 On site: 270 low | high Med: 95 | |
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| State | CO |
|---|---|
| County | Ouray |
| City | Ouray |
| Zip Code | 81427 |
| Area | Ouray City |
| School District | Ouray 9-12 |
| Elementary School | Ouray K-6 |
| High School | Ouray 9-12 |
| Listing VS Median (in 81427) | |
Price: $975,000 low | high Med: $862,500 sqft: 1,518 low | high Med: 1,869 $ / sqft: $642 low | high Med: $463 On site: 270 low | high Med: 95 | |
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