12973 Upper Ridge Rd

Conifer, CO 80433

$1,410,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,742 Sq. Ft.
$297 / Sq. Ft.
4,742
Sq. Ft.
$297
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/30/24
Closed 9/30/24
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Description

Constructed in 1998 by renowned architect and owner, Frank Kuenz, this custom home was named Tower Ridge, because of the central tower being the focal point of the design and elevated front access walkway. This home's passive solar design incorporates lots of windows and amazing views of Mount Blue Sky and the valley. Preserved debarked tree bases and limbs have been artfully designed into this homes rustic ambiance. The front sun room has built-in planter boxes perfect for year-round enjoyment....Constructed in 1998 by renowned architect and owner, Frank Kuenz, this custom home was named Tower Ridge, because of the central tower being the focal point of the design and elevated front access walkway. This home's passive solar design incorporates lots of windows and amazing views of Mount Blue Sky and the valley. Preserved debarked tree bases and limbs have been artfully designed into this homes rustic ambiance. The front sun room has built-in planter boxes perfect for year-round enjoyment. An updated kitchen designed with both propane and electric cooking appliances will accommodate any culinary needs or cooking situation. Watercolor art by a local accomplished artist named Rita Derjue is displayed on removable panels within the dining room and family room with other framed pieces throughout home. Relax in the oversized family room with custom wood fireplace or on the attached deck with amazing views of Mount Blue Sky and the valley. Work from home in the main floor office with second floor library. The home incorporates propane to fuel a boiler system. Three separate wood burning stoves and a gas burning stove in the primary bedroom provide ample and reliable heating options. Three spacious secondary bedrooms are on the second floor, one with its private ensuite and others share a full bath. The signature tower is located on the third level with ceiling ladder access to an observation deck. A lower level mother-in law suite is perfect for a caretaker. The basement also has an open entertainment area complete with wet bar. Additional features include a covered gazebo, a small one bedroom bunkhouse named "Old School" complete with wood stove. Enjoy the marked mountain trail with several metal benches to stop and enjoy the serene views from Old School to a two story bunkhouse called Cliff Point complete with a heating stove, cooking stove and outhouse. From this location you have unobstructed views from Pikes Peak to Mount Blue Sky.
  1. Listed by Greg Waldmann • RE/MAX Alliance
    P: (303)-817-7111 C: (303)-817-7111 gwaldmann@comcast.net

Property Details for 12973 Upper Ridge Road

Structure Type
House
Architectural Style
Mountain Contemporary
View
Mountain(s), Valley
Levels
Three Or More
Subdivision Name
pleasant park
Association
Yes
Multiple Associations
No
Basement
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2025 06:12 PM

Property Details for 12973 Upper Ridge Road

StatusClosed
MLS #6924800
Days on Compass56
Taxes$6,158 / year
HOA Fees$60 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1998
Lot Size10.06 AC / 438,213 SF
CountyJefferson County
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Sold By Madison & Company Properties, Brendan Moran

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Building Information for 12973 Upper Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size10.06 AC / 438,213 SF

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Property Information for 12973 Upper Ridge Road

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 4742
  • Sqft Total: 4742
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 4576
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3085
  • Living SqFt: 3085
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1491
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 166
  • Area Source: Appraiser
  • PSF Total: 297
  • PSF Above Grade: 457
  • PSF Finished: 308
  • Master on Main: No
  • Entry Location: Ground
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Room and Floor: Sun Room-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Family Room-Main-1, Bathroom Half-Main-1, Office-Main-1, Kitchen-Main-1, Bedroom-Upper-1, Bedroom-Upper-2, Bedroom-Upper-3, Bathroom Full-Upper-1, Bathroom Full-Upper-2, Primary Bedroom-Upper-1, Primary Bathroom Full-Upper-1, Bonus Room-Upper-1, Living Room-Basement-1, Laundry-Basement-1, Bathroom Full-Basement-1, Bonus Room-Basement-1, Game Room-Basement-1, Bedroom-Basement-1, Kitchen-Basement-1
  • Room Count: 21
  • Basement: Cellar, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Heating: Hot Water, Passive Solar, Propane, Wood Stove
  • Cooling: None
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Corian Counters, Granite Counters, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Primary Suite, Smoke Free, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings, Window Treatments
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Laundry Features: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Disposal, Fire Alarm
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://listings.mediamaxphotography.com/12973-upper-ridge-road
Financials & Expenses
Fees & Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Southern exposure windows with built-in plant boxes
  • Room Length: 23
  • Room Width: 12
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Large room with beautiful antler chandelier, glass french doors and built in hutch cabinet.
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 13
Room 3
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Lots of windows / private deck with unobstructed views of Mount Blue Sky and valley. Relax in front of the wood fireplace with stone carved inscription of Tower Ridge
  • Room Length: 32
  • Room Width: 12
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Powder room on main floor
Room 5
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Two story design with library on upper level
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 8
Room 6
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Both propane and electric cooking appliances, lots of cabinetry, spacious corian countertops and granite island
  • Room Length: 17
  • Room Width: 10
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Spacious room with direct access to second floor of the attached garage.
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 12
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Bath with jetted tub shared between two secondary bedrooms
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Spacious room with beautiful views of Mount Blue Sky and valley.
  • Room Length: 11
  • Room Width: 10
Room 10
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Spacious room with beautiful views of Mount Blue Sky, private sitting area and propane fireplace for added ambiance.
  • Room Length: 22
  • Room Width: 12
Room 11
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Private Primary Bath
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Go up to the tower observation room and access the tower platform through the roof hatch and enjoy views that will surely take your breath away.
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Spacious room with beautiful views of Mount Blue Sky and valley.
  • Room Length: 15
  • Room Width: 10
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Private ensuite bath of secondary bedroom
Room 15
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Spacious guest quarters with access to private deck
  • Room Length: 18
  • Room Width: 13
Room 16
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Within utility room
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 20
Room 17
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Bath shared with lower bedroom
Room 18
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Ideal for a work out room, craft room or extra storage
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 10
Room 19
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Great open area with wet bar for entertaining
  • Room Length: 14
  • Room Width: 16
Room 20
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Spacious guest bedroom with attached kitchen/bath area is perfect for a caretaker or mother in law quarters
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 10
Room 21
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Guest quarters kitchen area
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 6
Parking
Parking
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Oversized
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Total: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Offstreet Spaces: 0
  • Parking Count: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Reserved Spaces: 0
  • RV Spaces: 0
Association Information
Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Road Maintenance
  • Association Fee Total Annual: $60
  • Senior Community: No
Site & Location Information
School Information
  • School Of Choice: Yes
  • Elementary School: Marshdale
  • Elementary School District: Jefferson County R-1
  • Middle Or Junior School: West Jefferson
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Jefferson County R-1
  • High School: Conifer
  • High School District: Jefferson County R-1
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.06
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 438214
  • Lot Features: Fire Mitigation, Many Trees, Rock Outcropping, Secluded, Sloped
  • Zoning: A-2
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Accessibility Features: Wooded, Deciduous Trees, Sloping Lot, Rock Outcropping, House/Lot Faces SW
  • Property Exclusions: Caretakers and owners personal property.
Building Information
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Block
  • Roof: Metal
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Playground
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Rooftop
  • Livable Structure Count: 2
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Well
  • Well Type: Private
  • Well Usage: Household Inside Only
  • Issued Well Permit Numbers: 195199
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Electric: 220 Volts

Property History for 12973 Upper Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 18, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1542144620

$1,410,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/18/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1542144620

$1,410,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 12973 Upper Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$16,640Additions$53,401Total$70,041
Tax Record2025$6,446 ($537 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,498 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,887 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,611 SqFtStories2Lot Size438,214 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998CountyJEFFERSONAPN60-334-00-010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 12973 Upper Ridge Road

This home is within Jeffco Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West Jefferson Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
West Jefferson Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Conifer High School
Public - 9 to 12
Collegiate Academy of Colorado
Charter - PK to 12
Rating
School
Distance
West Jefferson Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

West Jefferson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Conifer High School
Public9 to 12

Collegiate Academy of Colorado
CharterPK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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