825 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO 81224
Crested Butte (Town of) · Gunnison County
Key Facts
Description
Perfectly positioned on Rainbow Park with forever-protected panoramic views of the peaks that define the Crested Butte skyline, the Elk Avenue Farmhouse pairs enduring craftsmanship with one of the town’s most coveted settings. Thoughtfully designed by Somrak Concept + Structure, this custom mountain farmhouse balances sophisticated architecture with warmth, comfort, functionality, and timeless quality. Rare within the Town of Crested Butte, the residence offers the scale and flexibility to comfortably accommodate extended family and guests under one roof. Three main-level ensuite bedrooms, including the primary suite, provide effortless everyday living, while a private upstairs guest suite and extensive lower level—with a theater, game room, wet bar, and custom bunk room—create inviting spaces for gathering and entertaining. Natural materials and bespoke finishes define each space. American Clay walls and ceilings, reclaimed beams, handcrafted steel detailing, brick accents, and custom millwork create understated elegance throughout. The chef’s kitchen is appointed with professional-grade BlueStar and Thermador appliances, while the primary suite includes a steam shower and spa-inspired bath. An elevator, highlighted by a quaking-aspen mural hand-painted by a local artist, services all three floors, and an ADA bedroom suite provides accessible accommodations. Expansive windows frame unobstructed views from Mount Emmons and Paradise Divide to Mount Baldy, Gothic Mountain, Snodgrass Mountain, Avery Peak, White Rock Mountain, and Crested Butte Mountain. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with a view deck, spacious paver patio, built-in hot tub with a stone surround, mature gardens, and a beautifully landscaped fenced yard designed for every season. The home is supported by thoughtful infrastructure, including hydronic radiant in-floor heating throughout, whole-home Sonos audio, motorized Hunter Douglas shades, an HRV fresh-air system, photovoltaic solar, a solar water-preheating system, and an oversized mudroom. The detached heated accessory garage offers vaulted ceilings, built-in storage, and remaining FAR for potential future expansion. Perhaps most compelling is what can no longer be recreated under current Town of Crested Butte regulations, adding to the significance of this offering. Presented turnkey furnished, the property enjoys immediate access to hiking and biking trails, groomed Nordic ski trails and the recreation path, while remaining just blocks from Elk Avenue's acclaimed restaurants, galleries, and boutiques. A home of this caliber is measured not only by its craftsmanship and premier location, but by its rarity. The Elk Avenue Farmhouse represents a unique opportunity to own one of Crested Butte's finest residences.
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Farm House / Other
Year Built
2017
Stories
3
Living Area
3,499 sq ft
Lot Size
0.14 acres
Garage Spaces
1
Zoning
Residential Single Family
MLS® Listing#
836888
Property Features
Interior
Appliances
Heating
Flooring
Fireplace
Basement
Patio
Construction
Roof
Windows
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- Crested Butte Community K-12
- Middle:
- Crested Butte Community K-12
- High:
- Crested Butte Community K-12
Financial Details
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$24,395
Tax year 2025
Parcel Number
325502234002
Directions
From the 4-way stop in Crested Butte, head east on Elk Avenue for 2.5 blocks. Property will be on the left backing up to Rainbow Park.
Affordability Calculator
$1,259,000
Estimated monthly payment
$33,505/mo
Principal $5,036,000 · Est. interest $7,025,668 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Crested Butte, CO
- $1,000,000
- Median Listing Price
- 89
- Median Days on Market
- 1,470
- Median Sq Ft
- $958
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 247
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 530% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 88% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Crested Butte, CO.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Crested Butte Elementary School
Elementary · 0.3 mi away
Little Red Schoolhouse
Elementary · 6.4 mi away
Marble Charter School
School · 18.1 mi away
Gunnison Middle School
Secondary · 22.0 mi away
Lake School
School · 22.1 mi away
Gunnison High School
Secondary · 22.3 mi away
Aspen Country Day School
Secondary · 22.5 mi away
Seasons Schoolhouse
School · 22.5 mi away
Aspen High School
Secondary · 23.2 mi away
Aspen School District
Elementary · 23.2 mi away
Aspen Elementary School
Elementary · 23.2 mi away
Aspen Middle School
Secondary · 23.2 mi away
Aspen Mountain Tots
School · 23.8 mi away
Little Red School House
Elementary · 24.0 mi away
Aspen Community School
Elementary · 28.9 mi away
Paonia Elementary School
Elementary · 33.3 mi away
Paonia High School
Secondary · 33.6 mi away
Basalt High School
Secondary · 33.8 mi away
Basalt Middle School
Secondary · 34.4 mi away
Basalt Elementary School
Elementary · 34.4 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: Bluebird Real Estate, LLC - C: 860-817-7036
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