Set in the heart of the St. Mary’s Glacier area, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom mountain home offers the perfect blend of alpine charm, recreational access, and investment potential. Surrounded by towering pines near Lake Quivera, the property is ideal as a weekend getaway, full-time residence, or short-term rental opportunity.
Inside, the home features an open-concept layout filled with natural light, a built-in sauna, and glass sliding doors leading to a spacious deck with mountain views spanning the length of the dining and living areas. The walkout lower level adds incredible flexibility with a private entrance, spacious bedroom suite, sitting area, and wood-burning fireplace — ideal for a future guest suite, mother-in-law setup, or separate rental space.
What truly makes this property special is the private access to Lake Quivera located just behind the home. Residents who join the St. Mary’s POA enjoy access to two private, stocked trout lakes, while nearby public hiking trails, snowshoeing routes, and ATV roads provide endless year-round adventure. The famous St. Mary’s Glacier trailhead is just minutes away, offering one of Colorado’s most iconic alpine hikes with glacier-fed lakes and breathtaking mountain scenery.
Just 25 minutes from downtown Idaho Springs, enjoy local breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, hot springs, rafting on Clear Creek, and the iconic Mighty Argo Gondola. Loveland Ski Area is approximately 30 minutes away, with convenient access to I-70 keeping Denver and Summit County within easy reach.
Whether you are searching for a peaceful mountain escape, flexible investment property, or home base for Colorado adventure, this property delivers mountain living with private lake access in one of Clear Creek County’s most sought-after recreational communities.
For sale
$560,000
159 Lake Road, Idaho Springs, CO 80452
3beds
1,632sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$343/sqft
$5/mo HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Debbra Abeyta 303-669-5822 debbra@thedebbrajoabeytateam.com,
Keller Williams Integrity Real Estate LLC
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 5044081
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Bright And Inviting Main-Level Primary Bedroom Featuring Hardwood Flooring, Natural Light, And Easy Access To The Main Living Areas.
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Comfortable Secondary Bedroom With Hardwood Flooring, Large Windows, And Natural Light Throughout. Ideal For Guests, Additional Sleeping Space, Or A Home Office Setup.
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Description: Spacious Lower-Level Bedroom Featuring Its Own Private Entrance And Walkout Access, Creating Excellent Potential For A Separate Guest Suite, Rental Setup, Or Multigenerational Living.
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Description: Updated Full Bathroom With Modern Vanity, Tile Flooring, And Clean Mountain-Modern Finishes. Conveniently Located Near The Main Living Areas And Guest Bedrooms.
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Description: Updated Lower-Level Bathroom With Walk-In Tiled Shower, Modern Vanity, And Spa-Inspired Finishes.
- Level: Basement
Bonus room
- Description: Versatile Lower-Level Entertainment Space Perfect For Game Nights, Movie Viewing, Or Additional Guest Overflow. Located Adjacent To The Built-In Sauna.
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Description: Bright Dining Space Featuring Oversized Windows, Custom Entry Doors, And Sliding Glass Door Access To The Expansive Deck. The Deck Spans The Length Of Both The Dining And Living Rooms, Offering An Effortless Indoor-Outdoor Lifestyle With Mountain Views.
- Level: Main
Family room
- Description: Cozy Lower-Level Family Room Centered Around A Rustic Wood-Burning Fireplace With Direct Walkout Access To The Exterior. An Ideal Retreat After A Day On The Trails, Lake, Or Ski Slopes.
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Description: Updated Kitchen With Shaker-Style Cabinetry, Subway Tile Backsplash, Open Shelving, And Durable Tile Flooring. The Functional Layout Flows Seamlessly Into The Dining And Living Spaces, Creating An Inviting Open-Concept Feel.
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Description: Dedicated Laundry And Utility Room With Additional Storage Space And Shelving, Providing Practical Functionality For Full-Time Living Or Vacation Rental Use.
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Description: Warm And Welcoming Living Room With Hardwood Floors, Accent Wood Wall, And Large Picture Window Overlooking The Surrounding Forest. French Doors Provide Additional Walkout Access To The Full-Length Deck, Creating A Perfect Space To Relax Or Entertain.
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,632
- Total interior livable area: 1,632 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 816
- Finished area below ground: 816
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Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Off Street Spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 170735301014
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Winterland
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $60 annually
- HOA name: St. Mary’s Glacier Property Owner Association
- HOA phone: 303-941-1859
Location
- Region: Idaho Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $343/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $386,560
- Annual tax amount: $2,504
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property
- Ownership: Individual
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $560,000+86.7%$343/sqft |
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| 10/2/2019 | Sold | $300,000-2.9%$184/sqft |
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| 7/22/2019 | Pending sale | $309,000$189/sqft |
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| 7/11/2019 | Price change | $309,000-3.4%$189/sqft |
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| 7/3/2019 | Price change | $319,900-5.9%$196/sqft |
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| 6/6/2019 | Price change | $339,900-6.9%$208/sqft |
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| 5/17/2019 | Listed for sale | $364,900$224/sqft |
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| 5/7/2019 | Pending sale | $364,900$224/sqft |
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| 3/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $364,900+135.4%$224/sqft |
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| 8/30/2005 | Sold | $155,000$95/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,504 +12.5% | $25,900 -10.3% |
| 2023 | $2,226 -1% | $28,860 +25.9% |
| 2022 | $2,249 | $22,920 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $23,580 +30.2% |
| 2020 | $1,649 +0.3% | $18,110 |
| 2019 | $1,645 | $18,110 +27.3% |
| 2018 | $1,645 +30.1% | $14,230 |
| 2017 | $1,264 | $14,230 +19.5% |
| 2016 | -- | $11,910 |
| 2015 | -- | $11,910 +2.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $11,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $11,600 -12.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $13,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $13,200 -9.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $14,630 |
| 2009 | $1,203 | $14,630 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 80452
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NACarlson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 8.8 mi
- 2/10Clear Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 14.9 mi
- 4/10Clear Creek High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 14.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Carlson
- Middle: Clear Creek
- High: Clear Creek
- District: Clear Creek RE-1
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