185 Alice Road, Idaho Springs, CO, 80452
About This Home
Escape to the mountains and experience the timeless charm of this authentic Log Cabin Retreat, located just one hour from the Denver Metro area. Nestled among towering pines on a peaceful, wooded lot, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect balance of rustic character and modern comfort for weekend getaways, a full-time residency, or a vacation rental opportunity. Enjoy many hiking trails within Saint Mary's including Saint Mary's Glacier. Inside, you’ll find warm log walls, soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and stunning forest views from nearly every window. The inviting living space is filled with mountain charm and provides a cozy setting to relax after a day of hiking, fishing, skiing, or exploring Colorado’s great outdoors. Step outside onto the expansive second-story deck and take in the breathtaking mountain scenery while enjoying your morning coffee or evening sunsets surrounded by nature. The occasional Bear or Elk comes to visit. Additional features include a covered carport, storage space, and easy year-round accessibility with St. Mary’s main roads maintained and plowed during the winter months. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful mountain escape or a place to call home year-round, this true Colorado log cabin delivers beauty, privacy, and unforgettable views in every season. Main roads are plowed in Winter, HOA is Voluntary. Come experience mountain living at its finest at 185 Alice Road.”
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1984
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Log
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Disposal,Dryer,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 5 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Eat-in Kitchen,Entrance Foyer,High Ceilings,Open Floorplan,Smart Thermostat
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile,Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area above ground: 625
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric,Wood Stove
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,250
- Total interior livable area: 1,250 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living Room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 183702218022
- Zoning: R-2
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Personal Items And Deer Head And Horns On Living Room Wall.
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony,Fire Pit
Lot
- Lot size: 0.38 Acres
- Features: Many Trees,Mountainous,Sloped
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete
- Covered spaces: 1
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
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
- Lightning
- Avalanche
- Hail
- Wildfire
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Strong Wind
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 | $2,424 | $29,088 |
| Home Insurance * | $241 | $2,892 |
| Property Taxes | $159 | $1,908 |
| Electricity | $186 | $2,232 |
| Total | $3,010 | $36,120 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-30 | Price change | $479,500 |
| 2026-06-25 | Price change | $495,950 |
| 2026-06-02 | Listed for sale | $499,950 |
| 2023-08-01 | Sold | $435,000 |
| 2020-09-01 | Sold | $285,000 |
| 2020-07-20 | Pending sale | $295,000 |
| 2020-07-13 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2020-06-26 | Pending sale | $295,000 |
| 2020-05-20 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2017-09-29 | Sold | $199,500 |
| 2017-08-17 | Listed for sale | $199,500 |
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