




2508 Riverside Dr, Lyons, CO, 80540
About This Home
Set along the sunny side of picturesque Riverside Drive, this rare 1.6-acre mountain retreat offers an exceptional combination of privacy, water, flexibility, and easy year-round access. Although across from the South St. Vrain River, the river is beautifully present - seen and heard from the home and two south-facing balconies. A long-established waterway runs through the backyard alongside a peaceful pond, creating a lush, private outdoor oasis deeply connected to the landscape. Inside, the remodeled open kitchen features knotty alder cabinetry, granite counters, a large gathering island, and a dual-fuel oven, all framed by three large windows overlooking the landscaping. The living room's wood-burning fireplace is both a charming centerpiece and a capable heat source for the home, complementing the boiler system - and the screened-in balcony just off the living room is the perfect place to relax to the sounds of the river. The spacious main-floor primary suite is a true spa-like retreat, featuring a gas fireplace, bay window, steam shower, rough-in for a soaking tub, and a connected breezeway with 220V ready for a future hot tub. A secondary bedroom enjoys its own private balcony with river views. The walkout lower level offers a large third bedroom or family room with half bath, workshop with exterior entrance, attached one-car garage, and generous storage. A separate cabin with propane, electric, water, and septic opens wonderful possibilities as a guest retreat, studio, office, or potential rental - buyers should verify uses with Boulder County. A detached garage with carport provides space for vehicles and mountain gear, while satellite internet supports modern life and work-from-home flexibility. Both the main home & cabin enjoy easy paved-road access. All of this just 20-30 minutes from Lyons and Boulder, yet feeling like a world away - a rare opportunity to own space, sunshine, water, privacy, and flexibility in one unforgettable mountain property.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1972
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subType: Cabin
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Freezer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Window features: Window Coverings
- Finished area below ground: 576
- Finished area above ground: 1,673
Heating
- Heating features: Baseboard
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,249
- Total interior livable area: 2,249 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R0053956
- Zoning: F
- Special condition: Private Owner
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 1.54 Acres
- Features: Sloped
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Wildfire
- Avalanche
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,191 | $50,292 |
| Home Insurance * | $362 | $4,344 |
| Property Taxes | $359 | $4,308 |
| Electricity | $186 | $2,232 |
| Total | $5,098 | $61,176 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for sale | $849,000 |
| 1995-11-02 | Sold | $176,500 |
