229 Highway 8

Morrison, CO 80465

$898,000
Price
2
Beds
2,159 Sq. Ft.
$416 / Sq. Ft.
2,159
Sq. Ft.
$416
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Unmatched Red Rocks views and an extraordinary Colorado lifestyle await at this distinctive Morrison retreat. Perfectly positioned on over half an acre, this charming multi-level bungalow captures panoramic vistas of Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Dakota Hogback, and the surrounding foothills, offering one of the most breathtaking backdrops in the Front Range. Free from HOA restrictions, this home combines privacy, natural beauty, and everyday convenience. Just a short three-minute walk to historic...Unmatched Red Rocks views and an extraordinary Colorado lifestyle await at this distinctive Morrison retreat. Perfectly positioned on over half an acre, this charming multi-level bungalow captures panoramic vistas of Red Rocks Amphitheatre, the Dakota Hogback, and the surrounding foothills, offering one of the most breathtaking backdrops in the Front Range. Free from HOA restrictions, this home combines privacy, natural beauty, and everyday convenience. Just a short three-minute walk to historic downtown Morrison, you’ll enjoy easy access to quaint shops, local restaurants, and a vibrant live music scene, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre only minutes away. Step outside your front door and immerse yourself in the Colorado experience, from world-class hiking at Mt. Falcon Park and Red Rocks to paved biking trails that connect directly to Bear Creek Lake Park, the C-470 bikeway, and Denver’s extensive trail system. Inside, the home blends warmth and character with comfort and functionality, providing excellent potential for renovation or cosmetic updates to align with your personal style. The main level features a welcoming living room anchored by a stone fireplace and bay window, a bright dining area with French doors opening to the front porch, and a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and generous counter space. The primary suite offers serene mountain views and a private bath, while the lower level provides flexible living spaces ideal for a home office, creative studio, or guest retreat. A detached oversized three-car garage with storage space and a wrap-around patio complete the property, creating endless opportunities for outdoor enjoyment and entertaining. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful primary residence, a weekend getaway, or an investment property with exceptional long-term potential, this home delivers an unparalleled mix of natural beauty, convenience, and iconic Red Rocks views, truly the essence of Colorado living.
  1. Listed by Josh Behr • LIV Sotheby's International Realty • team@thebehrteam.com,303-903-9535
  2. Listed by Nicole Scholle • LIV Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 229 Highway 8

Structure Type
House
Architectural Style
Bungalow
View
Mountain(s)
Levels
Multi/Split
Stories
2
Subdivision Name
Starbuck Heights
Association
No
Multiple Associations
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2025 05:44 PM

Property Details for 229 Highway 8

StatusActive
MLS #4755900
Days on Compass47
Taxes$4,180 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential-Detached
Year Built1907
Lot Size0.51 AC / 22,370 SF
CountyJefferson County

Location

Listing Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty, Josh Behr; LIV Sotheby's International Realty, Nicole Scholle
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Building Information for 229 Highway 8

Stories-Year Built1907Building Size-Lot Size0.51 AC / 22,370 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,786 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,437

Property Taxes

$348

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 229 Highway 8

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 2159
  • Sqft Total: 2159
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 2115
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1341
  • Living SqFt: 1341
  • Area Source: Appraiser
  • PSF Total: 416
  • PSF Above Grade: 670
  • PSF Finished: 425
  • Master on Main: Yes
  • Direction Faces: Northeast
  • Room and Floor: Kitchen-Main-1, Living Room-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Bedroom-Lower-1, Bonus Room-Lower-1, Bonus Room-Lower-2, Bonus Room-Upper-1, Loft-Upper-1, Laundry-Main-1, Office-Main-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main-1, Master Bedroom-Main-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Lower-1
  • Room Count: 13
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Cooling: Air Conditioning-Room, Other
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Primary Suite
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Skylight(s)
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 0
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Bright and functional kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, including a new ZLINE oven, ample cabinetry, and generous counter space
  • Room Length: 18
  • Room Width: 9
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Cozy living space showcasing a bay window, stone fireplace, and direct access to the wrap-around patio
  • Room Length: 15
  • Room Width: 15
Room 3
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Inviting dining area with an antler-style chandelier and French doors leading to the front porch
  • Room Length: 15
  • Room Width: 12
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Description: Comfortable lower-level bedroom
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 7
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Description: Versatile lower-level room with custom built-ins, ideal for an office or creative studio
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 9
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Description: Bright lower-level workspace with built-in counters, overhead lighting, and flexible potential for a craft area or home office
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 11
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Private upper-level retreat ideal for a reading nook, hobby space, or additional storage
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 9
Room 8
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Open, light-filled loft with built-in bench seating
  • Room Length: 9
  • Room Width: 8
Room 9
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Conveniently situated laundry closet
Room 10
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Quiet main-level office with dual windows offering garden views and flexible work-from-home potential
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 9
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: En-suite 3/4 primary bath
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Spacious primary suite with multiple windows providing abundant natural light and serene outdoor views
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Description: Functional bathroom featuring vintage tile work, a walk-in shower, and ample vanity storage
Parking
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Gravel, Exterior Access Door, Oversized, Storage, Tandem
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Type: Garage (Detached), Off-Street
  • Parking Description: Garage (Detached)-1, Garage (Detached)-4, Off-Street-14
  • Parking Details: 1, 4, 14
  • Parking Total: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 5
  • Offstreet Spaces: 14
  • Parking Count: 19
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Reserved Spaces: 0
  • RV Spaces: 0
Association Information
Association Information
  • Association Fee Total Annual: $0
  • Senior Community: No
Site & Location Information
School Information
  • Elementary School: Red Rocks
  • Elementary School District: Jefferson County R-1
  • Middle Or Junior School: Carmody
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Jefferson County R-1
  • High School: Bear Creek
  • High School District: Jefferson County R-1
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: .51
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 22370
  • Lot Features: Foothills, Sloped, Subdividable
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Property Exclusions: Seller's personal property
Building Information
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Other
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Roof: Composition, Other
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Wrap Around
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Well Type: Not Operational
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: Electric

Property History for 229 Highway 8

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 9, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #70776605

$337,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/09/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #70776605

$337,500

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

Public Records for 229 Highway 8

Taxable ValueLand$20,265Additions$31,433Total$51,698
Tax Record2024$4,180 ($348 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,990 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,495 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt495 SqFtStories2Lot Size34,848 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1907Year Renovated2003CountyJEFFERSONAPN50-022-00-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 229 Highway 8

This home is within Jeffco Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Red Rocks Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Carmody Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Bear Creek High School
Public - 9 to 12
Warren Tech South
Public - 11 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Red Rocks Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Carmody Middle School
Public6 to 8

Bear Creek High School
Public9 to 12

Warren Tech South
Public11 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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More information about 229 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465

229 Highway 8 is a single family home for sale in Morrison, CO 80465. This property was listed for sale on October 15, 2025 by LIV Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $898,000. It has been on the market for a total of 47 days and was last sold on March 9, 2001. This listing's school district is Jeffco Public Schools. Nearby schools include Red Rocks Elementary School, Carmody Middle School and Bear Creek High School. 229 Highway 8 is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 2,159 sqft single family home built in 1907.

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Listing Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty, Josh Behr; LIV Sotheby's International Realty, Nicole Scholle

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