
Recreational & Residential Land for Sale in Central City, Colorado
1 Bonanza Rdg, Central City, CO 80427
Introducing Bonanza Ridge—a remarkable ridgeline overlooking Historic Central City and one of the most significant long-term development opportunities within Colorado's historic Central Mining District. Thoughtfully assembled by Bonanza Land LLC over more than three decades, this approximately 72-acre offering is presented to the market for the first time.
Beginning near the intersection of Eureka Street and Barrett Street, the property follows a broad mountain crest above the city through mature aspen groves, dramatic granite outcroppings, open meadows, and gently rolling terrain. Unlike many Front Range mountain properties, Bonanza Ridge combines immediate proximity to Central City's historic commercial district with the character of an undeveloped alpine landscape.
Expansive views extend across the surrounding mountain ranges, Spring Gulch, Quartz Hill, and the historic Victorian city below. The property's natural topography and municipal setting offer an exceptional opportunity to thoughtfully plan a mountain neighborhood that respects both the landscape and the architectural heritage of one of Colorado's iconic mining communities.
The assemblage consists of patented mining claims and city lots. Existing public streets and nearby utility infrastructure provide a foundation for future planning; however, all development concepts remain subject to planning, engineering, zoning review, infrastructure design, and governmental approvals. No representation is made regarding density, subdivision potential, utility availability, or development entitlements.
Bonanza Ridge is one of several extraordinary assemblages within the Bonanza Land LLC Portfolio, a decades-long collection of historically significant mountain properties. Buyers are encouraged to review the supplemental documents for aerial imagery, parcel mapping, historical information, conceptual illustrations, and additional portfolio opportunities.
- Listed by Carl Schembri, (303) 324-8626, Veda Modern Properties
Location
- Street address
- 1 Bonanza Rdg
- County
- Gilpin County
- Zip code
- 80427
- Community
- Bonanza Ridge
- School district
- Gilpin RE-1
- Elevation
- 8,697 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 72 acres
- MLS #
- REcolorado 2516960
- Posted
- Available
Property taxes
- 2025
- $10,313
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Subtype
- Unimproved Land
- Ownership
- Individual
- Terms
- Cash
- Exclusions
- None.
- Possession
- Negotiable
Lot
- Vegetation
- Aspen, Grassed, Natural State, Partially Wooded
- Road Frontage
- Public
- Road Surface
- Dirt, Paved
- Features
- Historical District, Level, Many Trees, Meadow, Mountainous, Rock Outcropping, Rolling Slope, Sloped
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Public | Available |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 | New listing | $4,925,000 | — | REcolorado |











































