1551 Genesee Ridge Rd

Golden, CO 80401

$1,825,000
Price
5
Beds
5,120 Sq. Ft.
$356 / Sq. Ft.
5,120
Sq. Ft.
$356
per Sq. Ft.
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The Observatory House is a true Genesee landmark, offered for the first time in 33 years. Lovingly maintained and extensively remodeled, the home includes a thoughtfully designed 800 sf main-level primary suite addition. Dramatic 2-story great room sets the tone upon entry with gas fireplace flanked by custom ironwork panels. Above, a handcrafted iron balcony serves as both architectural feature and functional art. Expansive walls of glass flood the home with natural light and open to flagstone patios...The Observatory House is a true Genesee landmark, offered for the first time in 33 years. Lovingly maintained and extensively remodeled, the home includes a thoughtfully designed 800 sf main-level primary suite addition. Dramatic 2-story great room sets the tone upon entry with gas fireplace flanked by custom ironwork panels. Above, a handcrafted iron balcony serves as both architectural feature and functional art. Expansive walls of glass flood the home with natural light and open to flagstone patios nestled among peaceful woods and acres of open space. Chef’s kitchen is beautifully appointed with double convection ovens, induction cooktop, solid red birch cabinetry and generous pantry. Enjoy casual dining just off the kitchen or entertain under the stars on the grand flagstone patio with glass-front gas fireplace and Viking range — both plumbed with natural gas. Main-level den/library offers built-in bookshelves, a 2-sided window seat and charming black metal surround gas fireplace. Office niche with built-in desk adds convenience. Primary suite is a retreat of its own complete with Kiva gas fireplace, private patio, travertine marble floor with radiant heat and dual walk-in closets. Spa-inspired 5-piece bath includes slab marble countertops, a frameless shower and jetted soak tub. Creative concrete stairs lead to a 2nd primary suite with hardwood floors, walk-in closet & a luxurious ensuite bath with oversized jetted tub, dry sauna and double vanity. Two additional upper bedrooms share a full bath. Extraordinary Observatory awaits to provide hours of dark sky entertainment. Flexible lower level offers a spacious room ideal for a home theater, gym or playroom. An adjoining kitchenette, large bedroom and full bath create perfect accommodations for a live-in parent or au pair. Located a short walk to the Vista clubhouse with 2 pools, tennis courts and tot lot this home enjoys easy access to 12+ miles of scenic trails. Underground power lines are throughout Genesee.
  1. Listed by Jennifer Davenport • LIV Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (303)-919-4891 C: (303)-919-4891 jdavenport@livsothebysrealty.com
  2. Listed by Emily Henderson • LIV Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (303)-717-3418 ehenderson@livsothebysrealty.com

Property Details for 1551 Genesee Ridge Road

Structure Type
House
Architectural Style
Mountain Contemporary
View
Meadow, Mountain(s)
Levels
Three Or More
Subdivision Name
Genesee
Association
Yes
Multiple Associations
No
Basement
Yes

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Property Details for 1551 Genesee Ridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #2242075
Days on Compass45
Taxes$7,625 / year
HOA Fees$2,880 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1981
Lot Size0.85 AC / 37,026 SF
CountyJefferson County
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Building Information for 1551 Genesee Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size0.85 AC / 37,026 SF

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Property Information for 1551 Genesee Ridge Road

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 5120
  • Sqft Total: 5120
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 5120
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3625
  • Living SqFt: 3625
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1495
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0
  • Area Source: Public Records
  • PSF Total: 356
  • PSF Above Grade: 503
  • PSF Finished: 356
  • Master on Main: Yes
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Room and Floor: Great Room-Main-1, Kitchen-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Master Bedroom-Main-1, Bathroom Full-Main-1, Den-Main-1, Office-Main-1, Bathroom Half-Main-1, Laundry-Main-1, Bedroom-Upper-1, Bedroom-Upper-2, Bedroom-Upper-3, Bathroom Full-Upper-1, Bathroom Full-Upper-2, Media Room-Basement-1, Bedroom-Basement-1, Bathroom Full-Basement-1, Utility Room-Basement-1, Loft-Upper-1
  • Room Count: 19
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log, Living Room, Other, Outside, Primary Bedroom
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: Other
  • HVAC Description: Boiler just serviced
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Corian Counters, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Marble Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Sauna, Smoke Free, Stone Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings, Window Treatments
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Wine Cooler
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Laundry Features: Sink
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://players.brightcove.net/5699924528001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6389644845112
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded 2: https://u.listvt.com/mls/231849461?ax=bmlkPTIzMTg0OTQ2MQ==
Financials & Expenses
Fees & Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • 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: Great Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Two story room with hardwood flooring & new ceiling fan, 6 surrounding speakers for great sound by Listen Up, gas fireplace topped with a concealed TV false front, lit art display niches plus storage cabinets with iron-work fronts to hide electronics.
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Designed for the ambitious chef with Whirlpool stainless steel refrigerator, Kenmore double convection ovens & dishwasher, Frigidaire induction 5-burner cooktop with hood, wine refrigerator, Corian and sandstone countertops, undermount sink, bar area, tile floor & pantry. Built-in lit China cabinet
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Set at the south-facing windows for exceptional light at all times of day; tile flooring
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: 800 s.f. addition with 10' ceiling & windows on three sides features travertine marble flooring with radiant heat, corner gas Kiva fireplace with sandstone hearth, French door access to flagstone patio. Surrounding windows can be opened to experience cool mountain breezes on summer nights. In ceiling speakers
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Vessel sinks atop slab marble cherry vanity; in-floor radiant heat; travertine marble floor; frameless shower; jetted tub; built-in ceiling speakers, door to back flagstone patio
Room 6
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Cozy room with gas fireplace, bookshelves and window seat
Room 7
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Built-in desk + built-in bookcase makes this office ready for action
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Privately situated with tile floor & Corian top
Room 9
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Doubles as a mud room with tile floor + generous counter space, cabinets & utility sink. Washer/dryer included
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: With northern light, this good sized room has hardwood flooring, a double closet with organizers plus a beautiful mountain view!
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: South-facing bedroom has new Pella slider opening to a wood deck, hardwood flooring & double closet with organizers
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Former primary suite with south light has hardwood flooring & immense 5 piece bath
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Immense sky-lit bath with jetted tub, sauna, steam shower, slab granite double vanity & linen closet
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Updated with slab granite countertop, tile floor & glass enclosure at tub/shower
Room 15
  • Room Type: Media Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Great space for your private theater, play room or gym. Adjoining kitchenette has wood cabinets, granite tile floor, sink, small refrigerator & a microwave.
Room 16
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Big carpeted room provides a private space for guests with double closet & nearby kitchenette; legal egress
Room 17
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Tiled full bath with Corian countertop
Room 18
  • Room Type: Utility Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Boiler just serviced; 6 zones
Room 19
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Working observatory is assessed via a pull-down ladder featuring a motorized 360 degree dome & 11-inch Celestron telescope for unparalleled year-round stargazing
Parking
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Oversized
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage (Attached)
  • Parking Description: Garage (Attached)-3
  • Parking Details: 3
  • 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: Reserves, Recycling, Road Maintenance, Security, Snow Removal, Trash
  • Association Fee Total Annual: $2,880
  • Association Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Playground, Pool, Security, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
  • Association Transfer Amount: $50
  • Rentals Allowed: Long Term
  • Senior Community: No
Site & Location Information
School Information
  • School Of Choice: Yes
  • Elementary School: Ralston
  • Elementary School District: Jefferson County R-1
  • Middle Or Junior School: Bell
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Jefferson County R-1
  • High School: Golden
  • High School District: Jefferson County R-1
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: .85
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 37026
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Foothills, Level, Open Space
  • Zoning: P-D
  • Fencing: None
  • Accessibility Features: Cul-De-Sac, Corner Lot, Wooded, Level, Abuts Public Open Space, House Faces South, Paved, Gutters
  • Property Exclusions: All electronics in the home, all TVs, garage EV charger; framed mirrors in the primary suite and powder bath; art currently hung on the TV false front in the great room.
Building Information
New Home Community
  • Lot Number: 62
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Rooftop, Wrap Around
  • Builder Model: Custom Home
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Water Tap Paid: Yes
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: 220 Volts

Public Records for 1551 Genesee Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$23,122Additions$66,601Total$89,723
Tax Record2025$9,085 ($757 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt4,970 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,625 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,345 SqFtStories2Lot Size37,026 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981Year Renovated2001CountyJEFFERSONAPN40-192-05-088Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1551 Genesee Ridge Road

This home is within Jeffco Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ralston Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Bell Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Golden High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rocky Mountain Academy Of Evergreen
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Ralston Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bell Middle School
Public6 to 8

Golden High School
Public9 to 12

Rocky Mountain Academy Of Evergreen
CharterK to 8

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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1551 Genesee Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Golden, CO 80401. This property was listed for sale on February 20, 2026 by LIV Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,825,000. This listing's school district is Jeffco Public Schools. Nearby schools include Ralston Elementary School, Bell Middle School and Golden High School. 1551 Genesee Ridge Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 5,120 sqft single family home built in 1981.

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