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117 Aspen Dr, Lyons, CO, 80540

2beds
2baths
1,316sqft
$540,000
$410price/sqft
$3,385/moest. monthly cost
$135,400/yrincome needed

About This Home

This charming 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom home in the exclusive community of Big Elk Meadows could be yours! Big Elk Meadows in Lyons, Colorado is a beautiful, gated community surrounded by Roosevelt National Forest and has many unique features and amenities. A few of these amenities include 300 acres of private hunting; access to a shooting range; stocked ponds for fishing; hiking and biking trails; a shared horse pasture with stalls; tennis and pickle ball courts; horseshoe pits; playgrounds; a heated swimming pool; and more. Additional benefits include a volunteer fire department, road maintenance, and snow removal. Conveniently located near Estes Park, Lyons, Longmont and Boulder, this home offers the perfect blend of mountain living and modern convenience. Whether relaxing in the sunroom or on one of two outdoor decks, this main-level living home is available for year-round or seasonal living. Sitting on .59 acres at the end of the road, this home sits adjacent to both an empty lot and an open space. Privacy is all-around you with only the sounds of nature to listen to and a peek-a-boo view of the lake. Rock outcroppings, trees and mountain views, and a nearby creek wrap around this beautiful home in Lyons, Colorado. Other noteworthy features include two fireplaces, an outdoor storage shed, and a fenced yard. Wildlife is abundant with moose, elk, deer and turkeys frequenting the yard and community. Don't miss your chance to own this exceptional mountain retreat!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

4/10
Estes Park K-5 SchoolGrades PK-58.4 mi
6/10
Estes Park Middle SchoolGrades 6-88.6 mi
4/10
Estes Park High SchoolGrades 9-128.5 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1960

Materials

  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Composition

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cabin
  • Property subType: Cabin

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Electric Range,Self Cleaning Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Microwave,Disposal
  • Laundry features: Washer/Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Basement: None,Crawl Space

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 117
  • Dimensions: 9 x 13

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Family Room

  • Area: 253
  • Dimensions: 11 x 23

Features

  • Eat-in Kitchen,Open Floorplan,Walk-In Closet(s),Sun Room
  • Window features: Skylight(s)
  • Fireplace features: Insert,Two or More,Living Room,Bedroom
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,316

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,316
  • Total interior livable area: 1,316 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 150
  • Dimensions: 10 x 15

Laundry

  • Area: 135
  • Dimensions: 9 x 15

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 253
  • Dimensions: 11 x 23

Primary Bedroom

  • Features: Shared Primary Bath
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 286
  • Dimensions: 13 x 22

Recreation Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 8 x 15

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Level Lot,Level Drive,No Stairs,Main Floor Bath,Accessible Bedroom,Main Level Laundry

Details

  • Parcel number: R0549983
  • Zoning: O
  • Special condition: Private Owner
  • Other equipment: Satellite Dish,Fireplace Tools Included
  • Exclusions: Kayak,Log Splitter,4 Wheeler,Trailer,Treadmill - all are available for sale
  • Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed,Corral(s),Riding Trail

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Patio,Deck
  • Fencing: Partial,Chain Link,Dog Run/Kennel
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront features: Lake Privileges,River
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.59 Acres
  • Features: Corner Lot,Wooded,Evergreen Trees,Native Plants,Level,Rolling Slope,Rock Outcropping,Gutters

Parking

  • Parking features: None

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
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Avalanche
    AvalancheModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Wildfire
Lightning
Winter Weather
Avalanche
Hail
Inland Flooding
Landslide

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties

Fire

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 $2,730$32,760
Home Insurance *$235$2,820
Property Taxes $234$2,808
Electricity $186$2,232
Total$3,385$40,620
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$116,057/yr
40% on housing$101,550/yr
45% on housing$90,266/yr

Colorado FAIR Plan Programs

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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: 15.3%
15.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.2%
2.2%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.2%
3.2%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$410This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 80540$270
Larimer County$232

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 80540$325
Larimer County$250

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
2026-04-16Listed for sale$540,000
2025-10-21Listing removed$579,900
2025-10-06Price change$579,900
2025-07-20Price change$565,000
2025-07-10Price change$569,500
2025-05-08Price change$579,500
2025-03-28Price change$594,500
2025-03-16Listed for sale$595,000
2022-09-07Sold$530,000
2022-07-25Pending sale$525,000
2022-07-16Price change$525,000
2022-06-26Price change$550,000
2022-06-09Listed for sale$575,000
2015-08-27Sold$249,500
2015-05-23Listed for sale$249,500
1999-06-17Sold$185,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentScott K Thompson
BrokerageKeller Williams Top of the Rockies Estes Park

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