Land with Home for Sale in Central City, Colorado
565 Bald Mountain Dr, Central City, CO 80427
Perched on 2.25 private mountain acres above historic Central City, 565 Bald Mountain Road offers a rare blend of modern design, energy independence, and Colorado mountain adventure. Built in 2017, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath home features a bright open layout with soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. A 6,500W solar system connected to backup batteries, a brand-new inverter and battery system installed within the last 6 months, and a 14KW auto-start propane generator provide added efficiency and peace of mind for year-round mountain living.
Located just minutes from downtown Central City, this property combines mountain privacy with easy access to entertainment and recreation. Central City is known for its historic charm, boutique casinos, live music venues, local restaurants, and lively nightlife surrounded by beautifully preserved Victorian architecture. Nearby Black Hawk offers additional casinos, dining, and year-round events.
Outdoor enthusiasts will love the endless nearby recreation opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, ATV trails, snowshoeing, and off-road adventures. Explore Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Maryland Mountain trails, scenic alpine lakes, and Virginia Canyon’s renowned mountain biking terrain. Loveland Ski Area is approximately 35 minutes away for convenient skiing and snowboarding without Summit County traffic.
Quick access to Central City Parkway and I-70 allows for an easy drive to Denver in under an hour, while Denver International Airport is approximately 75 minutes away. Whether you are searching for a modern mountain home, Colorado getaway, luxury retreat, or full-time residence surrounded by nature, this property offers the perfect balance of seclusion, recreation, and convenience.
Location
- Street address
- 565 Bald Mountain Dr
- County
- Gilpin County
- Community
- Union Lode Mining Claim US
- School district
- Gilpin RE-1
- Elevation
- 9,683 feet
Directions
Take I-70 west to exit 243 toward Hidden Valley/Central City. Turn right on Central City Parkway and foloow for approximately 8 miles. Turn left on Nevadaville Rd. Go 2.5 miles to Bald Mountain Drive. Take the 2nd dirt road to the left. Travel approximately .5 miles and 565 Bald Mountain Rd. is on the left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.27 acres
- MLS #
- REcolorado 8398041
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2020
- $640
Parcels
- R114795
Legal description
S: 15 T: 3S R: 73W MINE: UNION - 17566 100% 2.27 ACRES (PT W/GILPIN CO) RUSSELL & IMPS
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Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Ownership
- Individual
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional
- Exclusions
- Seller's Personal Property
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Lot
- Road Frontage
- Public
- Road Surface
- Dirt
- Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- View
- Mountain(s)
- Well Type
- Private
- Well Permits
- 305459
- Features
- Mountainous
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Tandem, Unpaved
- Garage
- Attached
- Outdoor Spaces
- Deck
Structure
- Type
- House
- Style
- Contemporary
- Levels
- Two
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Active Solar, Radiant Floor
- Cooling
- None
- Materials
- Metal Siding, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Rooms
- Bathroom Full x 2, Bathroom Half, Bedroom x 4, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
- Flooring
- Wood
- Fireplace Count
- 1
- Fireplaces
- Wood Burning
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Features
- Butcher Counters, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Sewage | Septic System | Connected |
| Water | Private Well | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Gilpin County School | Elementary | Gilpin RE-1 |
| Gilpin County School | Middle | Gilpin RE-1 |
| Gilpin County School | High | Gilpin RE-1 |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2026 | New listing | $969,000 | — | REcolorado |
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