5163 Independence Rd

2,426 Sq. Ft.
$1,525 / Sq. Ft.
2,426
Sq. Ft.
$1,525
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated 3 miles from downtown, this 80-acre parcel offers the seclusion and serenity of country living just minutes from Boulder's conveniences. Established by the current owner's grandfather in 1893, The Mckenzie Farm and Nature Preserve is perfectly suited for a modern organic farm operation, a peaceful retreat, or a private residence. The stunning and fertile land boasts sweeping views from Longs Peak to the Flatirons and is home to owls, fox, deer, wild turkey, eagles, hundreds of towering cottonwoods,...Situated 3 miles from downtown, this 80-acre parcel offers the seclusion and serenity of country living just minutes from Boulder's conveniences. Established by the current owner's grandfather in 1893, The Mckenzie Farm and Nature Preserve is perfectly suited for a modern organic farm operation, a peaceful retreat, or a private residence. The stunning and fertile land boasts sweeping views from Longs Peak to the Flatirons and is home to owls, fox, deer, wild turkey, eagles, hundreds of towering cottonwoods, wild plum trees and 3500 feet of lazy Four Mile Canyon Creek. The farmhouse features new paint throughout, new quartz kitchen counters, new decking, a brand new hot water heater, new complete well water system with filtration, and a new roof. Other structures include a working 1,200 SF greenhouse with 1K SF of bench space, barn, chicken coup, and produce cooling building. Most importantly, this property has senior creek rights and 21 Class A shares of Boulder & White Rock Ditch. For more information and documents regarding this property please visit: https://bit.ly/5163Independence

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Property Details for 5163 Independence Road

Locale
Boulder
Description 1
House
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2025 07:34 PM

Property Details for 5163 Independence Road

StatusSold
MLS #957555
Days on Compass754
Taxes$5,144 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMixed Use
MLS TypeResidential / Mixed Use
Year Built1902
Lot Size72.97 AC / 3,178,573 SF
CountyBoulder County

Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty 02, Catherine Burgess

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Building Information for 5163 Independence Road

Stories-Year Built1902Building Size-Lot Size72.97 AC / 3,178,573 SF

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Property Information for 5163 Independence Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Access 2: County Maintained, Easement, Privately Maintained, Security Gate
  • Latitude: 40.04
  • Longitude: -105.23
Parking
  • Garage SqFt: 0
  • Total Parking: 20.00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Has HOA: No
  • HOA Fee: $.00
  • Legal Description: S 1/2 S 1/2 LESS RR & LESS HWY 16-1N-70 72.18 AC LESS PT TO CITY OF BOULDER 0 Independence Road 6.67 AC IN N 1/2 NW 1/4 LESS HWY 21-1N-70 N & E OF DITCH PER DEED 454996 07/14/81 BCR
  • Tax Information: No
  • HOA2 Fee Amount: $0
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,144
  • Parcel Number: R0031843
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Improvements: Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Native Grass, Level, Rolling Lot, Sloping Lot, Abuts Ditch, Abuts Pond/Lake, Abuts Stream/Creek/River, Abuts Farm Land, Abuts Public Open Space, Meadow, Outbuildings, Historic District, House Faces West, Unincorporated
  • Horse Property: Horse(s) Allowed, Corral(s), Pasture, Hay Storage
  • Lot Size Area: 3,178,711.00
  • Has Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Has Improvements: No
  • Vegetation: Grassed, Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Total Finished Area Source: Other
  • Living SqFt: 2426
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: 2426
  • Sq Ft Apx: 0
  • Total Finished Area: 2426
  • Are Ditches Active: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Levels: Two
Utilities
  • Electric: Xcel
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Well Permit Number: 318354
  • Green Energy Efficient: Windows
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Flooring: Vinyl
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Beamed Ceilings
  • Laundry Features: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Fire Alarm
  • All Bedrooms Conform: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Rough-in Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarters Bathrooms: 0
  • Baths Full Additional: 0
  • Baths Full Basement: 0
  • Baths Full Upper: 1
  • Baths Full Main: 2
  • Baths Full Lower: 0
  • Baths Half Additional: 0
  • Baths Half Basement: 0
  • Baths Half Upper: 0
  • Baths Half Main: 0
  • Baths Half Lower: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Additional: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Basement: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Lower: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Upper: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Main: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom 3
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 21.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 29.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 21.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 27.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Horse YN: Yes
  • Occupant Type: Tenant

Property History for 5163 Independence Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 28, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1530796789

$3,700,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/28/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1530796789

$3,700,000

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Public Records for 5163 Independence Road

Taxable ValueLand$17,771Additions$58,588Total$76,359
Tax Record2025$7,489 ($624 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt1,935 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,935 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,178,704 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1902Year Renovated1985Zoning4117CountyBOULDERAPN1463-16-0-00-041

Schools near 5163 Independence Road

This home is within Boulder Valley Re 2 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Crest View Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Centennial Middle School
Public6 to 8

Boulder High School
Public9 to 12

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