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537 Monte Vista Road, Golden, CO, 80401

3beds
4baths
4,153sqft
$1,200,000
$289price/sqft
$7,365/moest. monthly cost
$294,600/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to scenic Lookout Mountain! This custom-built home, loved and occupied by the original owners, is situated on a rolling 1.5-acre lot in highly desired Paradise Hills. This 2-story residence with a walkout lower level offers 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 3,500+ finished square feet of thoughtful living space. A brand-new Trex front deck welcomes you into the inviting entryway The main level features a front sitting area, dining room, spacious living room with gas fireplace, office, ¾ bathroom, and laundry room. The kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances andgranite countertops, and features a walk-in pantry. Newly refinished hardwood flooring and new carpeting offer fresh, move-in-ready appeal. Ascend the grand staircase to find 2 generously sized guest bedrooms sharing a Jack & Jill full bathroom. The primary suite features vaulted ceilings, west-facing views, an en suite full bathroom, and large walk-in closet. The walkout lower level with a fourth bathroom offers incredible versatility – ideal for guest quarters, additional entertaining space, a home gym, or recreation area. The spacious 3-car garage offers ample space to store your vehicles and Colorado toys. Enjoy outdoor living on the main-level back deck and lower concrete patio, both backing to open space.. Windows replaced in 2020, new roof in 2017. This peaceful location offers splendid privacy and tranquility, endless opportunities to view wildlife, and access to miles of hiking and bike trails - all just minutes from I70. Only 25 minutes from Denver and 60 minutes from world-class mountain resorts, this home embodies the best of foothills living!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
12
TransitMinimal Transit
5
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

9/10
7/10
Bell Middle SchoolGrades 6-83.3 mi
9/10
Golden High SchoolGrades 9-123.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1992

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Frame,Wood Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Traditional
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access

Bathroom

  • Level: Main

Bathroom

  • Features: En Suite Bathroom,Primary Suite
  • Level: Upper

Bathroom

  • Level: Upper

Bathroom

  • Level: Basement

Bedroom

  • Features: Primary Suite
  • Level: Upper

Bedroom

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom

  • Level: Upper

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Dining Room

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Main

Family Room

  • Level: Basement

Features

  • Eat-in Kitchen,Granite Counters,High Ceilings,Jack & Jill Bathroom,Pantry,Primary Suite,Smoke Free,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas,Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 973
  • Finished area above ground: 2,580

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,153
  • Total interior livable area: 4,153 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Level: Main

Media Room

  • Level: Basement

Office

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 075460
  • Zoning: MR-1
  • Special condition: Standard
  • Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property. other Inclusions: Television And Av Equipment In Basement Media Room Is Desired By Buyer.

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Front Porch
  • Exterior features: Lighting,Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: None
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Meadow,Mountain(s)
  • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.52 Acres
  • Features: Foothills,Level,Open Space

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Concrete
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3

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
    WildfireVery High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Wildfire
Hail
Lightning
Winter Weather
Landslide
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties

Fire
Flood
Severe Storm
Tornado

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $6,067$72,804
Home Insurance *$455$5,460
Property Taxes $530$6,360
Electricity $313$3,762
Total$7,365$88,380
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$252,514/yr
40% on housing$220,950/yr
45% on housing$196,400/yr

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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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 13.9%
13.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$289This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 80401$240
Jefferson County$240

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 80401$303
Jefferson County$277

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-29Listed for sale$1,200,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSue Mailey
BrokerageLIV Sotheby's International Realty

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