18480 Ponderosa, Buena Vista, CO 81211
3 Elk · Chaffee County
Key Facts
Description
Waterfront Rocky Mountain Rendezvous! This beautiful "Mountain Retreat" with a 5990 square foot home sits on a stunning 5.05 acre site with 400 feet of Three Elk Creek running the length of the property with 3 bridges that cross over to the other side of the property. This creek runs year round across the entire backside of the home with most living spaces, bedrooms, decks and lower patio enjoying the views and sounds of Three Elk creek. The land is covered with mature Aspen trees and Pines can be viewed overlooking the creek and across to the charming small guest cabin. There is an entry gate on to the property with 3 acres fenced in a heavily wooded pine forest. Drive up to the mountain home which features a large great room with vaulted ceilings, open remodeled kitchen and large rock fireplace. Walk on to the massive exterior deck to enjoy your morning coffee overlooking the creek or sit in the spa/hot tub for an evening soak. This home boasts 8 bedrooms/5 bathrooms/5 fireplaces including a primary suite with a suite style bathroom, soaking jetted tub, large walk in closet, laundry, kitchenette and a private sitting area with a fireplace. Downstairs features a bonus room with a fireplace for gatherings for games or a quiet spot to read a book. Lower access outside to a private patio. Attached 2 car and one car garages. Small cabin/play house are located on the property with plenty of outdoor space to explore. This property comes ready for all activities Colorado Mountain living has to offer with snowmobiles, raft with paddles, life jackets, John Deere tractor, snow blower and a Tahoe. Fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment. National Forest access and the community pond are just steps away. This can be your beautiful Rocky Mountain Retreat. Home has some deferred maintenance so bring your hammer. Short term rentals or any in home businesses are not allowed per the covenants. Price reduced! Shown by appointment.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Structure Type
House
Year Built
1993
Living Area
5,990 sq ft
Lot Size
5.05 acres
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Spaces
4
Ownership
Individual
Days on Market
184
MLS® Listing#
7007499
Property Features
Interior
Exterior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Fireplace
Basement
Parking
Patio
Fencing
Lot Features
Construction
Foundation
Roof
Windows
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Rooms
- Main
- Main
- Main
- Main
- Basement
- Basement
- BedroomBasement
- BedroomMain
- BedroomMain
- BedroomMain
- BedroomMain
- BedroomMain
- Bonus RoomBasement
- Great RoomMain
- KitchenMain
- KitchenMain
- LaundryMain
- LaundryBasement
- Media RoomBasement
Schools
- Elementary:
- Avery Parsons
- Middle:
- Buena Vista
- High:
- Buena Vista
Financial Details
HOA
$600 / Annually
3 Elk Creek
Annual Taxes
$4,711
Tax year 2024
Parcel Number
R316327100057
Directions
From Buena Vista north to CR 384 left. Right on 361 north and follow around to left on CR 368. Go past first entrance to 3 Elk to 2nd left entrance to 3 Elk Subdivision. At stop, turn left. First property on the right.
Affordability Calculator
$220,000
Estimated monthly payment
$5,855/mo
Principal $880,000 · Est. interest $1,227,678 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Buena Vista, CO
- $766,102
- Median Listing Price
- 78
- Median Days on Market
- 1,972
- Median Sq Ft
- $428
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 320
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 44% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 57% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Buena Vista, CO.
Location
Points of Interest in Buena Vista, CO
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Nearby Schools
The Link School
School · 0.8 mi away
Buena Vista School District
School · 5.7 mi away
Avery/Parsons Elementary School
Elementary · 5.7 mi away
Little Apes Early Childhood Program
School · 5.7 mi away
Chaffee County High School
Secondary · 5.8 mi away
Buena Vista High School
Secondary · 6.0 mi away
McGinnis Middle School
Elementary · 6.0 mi away
Head Start Lake County
School · 24.8 mi away
Lake County High School
Secondary · 24.9 mi away
Westpark Elementary School
Elementary · 25.2 mi away
South Park High School
Secondary · 25.4 mi away
Longfellow Elementary School
Elementary · 27.5 mi away
Salida School District
School · 27.5 mi away
Children's Discovery Ranch
School · 27.5 mi away
Salida Montessori Charter School
Elementary · 27.6 mi away
St Joseph School
School · 27.7 mi away
Salida Middle School
Secondary · 28.0 mi away
Salida High School
Secondary · 28.0 mi away
Salida School District R-32-J
School · 28.0 mi away
Bristlecone Realty Group
School · 28.2 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: Century 21 Community First - barbara@pearson-sawyer.com,719-207-3884
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