Discover Laughing Dog Ranch: a rare 243-acre sanctuary where Telluride's world-class amenities meet private wilderness, offering an ultimate sportsman's retreat & a savvy investment opportunity. This exceptional family compound, comprised of three prime parcels, presents an extraordinary chance to build additional homes for family and friends, sell off two of the three parcels to recoup some costs or, finally, gain significant conservation easement tax benefits. This allows you to maximize your investment while protecting a cherished landscape. Laughing Dog Ranch provides a quiver of outdoor activities at your doorstep. Roam your private range, ensuring unparalleled solitude for every adventure. Six thoughtfully crafted structures provide ample space for generations to come, along with all your essential gear - fly rods, ATVs, snowshoes, nordic skis, binoculars, & more. Enjoy breathtaking tranquility & unwind amidst a tapestry of pristine meadows & majestic mountains. Recent enhancements showcase the simple elegance of the single-level, timber-accented main house. A charming guest house provides flexible accommodations, while the sizable 5-bay garage keeps your ranch equipment & vehicles perfectly sheltered. Grow your own food in the greenhouse. For equestrian enthusiasts, the immaculate stables are fit for equine royalty. Every detail of this meticulously maintained property has been thoughtfully considered & improved over time. This isn't just a purchase; it's an investment in sustainable living & smart land stewardship. Embrace a life of freedom & live your best life yet.
Active
$7,950,000
3289 Laughing Dog Road, Placerville, CO 81430
4beds
5,913sqft
Est.:
Stick Built
Built in 1994
242.92 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,344/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 225 days |
- 601 |
- 26 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 02, 2025 at 05:05pm
Listed by:
Mike Shimkonis 970-708-2157,
Telluride Properties LLC
Source: CREN,MLS#: 826462
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Bar, Kitchen/Dining
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Part Furnished
- Flooring: Other, Stained/Stamped Concrete
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,913
- Total interior livable area: 5,913 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 5
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Other
Lot
- Size: 242.92 Acres
- Features: Adj to Open Space, Cul-De-Sac, Other
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Garage(s), Greenhouse, Guest House, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 456109205021
- Zoning description: Residential Single Family
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Corral(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Stick Built
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well-Other
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Other
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA name: Pride & Joy Management
Location
- Region: Placerville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,344/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $4,099,022
- Annual tax amount: $11,645
- Date on market: 7/13/2025
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$5,838/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $7,950,000+144.6%$1,344/sqft |
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| 11/9/2018 | Sold | $3,250,000+39.8%$550/sqft |
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| 8/1/2017 | Listing removed | $2,325,000$393/sqft |
Source: Telluride Properties #26431 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $2,325,000$393/sqft |
Source: Telluride Properties #a211 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,553 +6.7% | $315,530 +27.7% |
| 2024 | $10,830 +37% | $247,010 -1.7% |
| 2023 | $7,905 -4.1% | $251,350 +23.3% |
| 2022 | $8,240 | $203,800 -4.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $213,960 +9.5% |
| 2020 | $7,444 +11.5% | $195,410 |
| 2019 | $6,679 0% | $195,410 +5.4% |
| 2018 | $6,679 +14.9% | $185,390 |
| 2017 | $5,811 -9.1% | $185,390 -10.7% |
| 2016 | $6,391 +0.5% | $207,710 |
| 2015 | $6,359 | $207,710 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$40,486/mo
Principal & interest
$38763
Property taxes
$1723
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 81430
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Telluride Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 15.4 mi
- 8/10Telluride Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 15.4 mi
- 9/10Telluride High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 15.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Telluride K-6
- Middle: Telluride 7-8
- High: Telluride 9-12
Source: CREN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






