5500 Ridge Trail












































Description
The third home ever built in Bow Mar, this property has remained in the same family since its construction in 1955. Now, for the first time in more than 70 years, this exceptional homesite...A generational opportunity on one of Bow Mar’s most remarkable legacy lots. Set on 1.43 acres at one of the highest points in the neighborhood, the property captures sweeping views of Marston Reservoir, the mountains and Red Rocks, creating an extraordinary setting for a future dream home with unmatched privacy.
The third home ever built in Bow Mar, this property has remained in the same family since its construction in 1955. Now, for the first time in more than 70 years, this exceptional homesite is ready for its next chapter. Renovate, reimagine or build new on a truly irreplaceable piece of Bow Mar history.
Bow Mar is one of the Denver metro area’s most distinctive private lake communities, prized for its estate-sized lots, mature trees and an exceptional sense of community. Residents enjoy a private lake and beach, swimming, sailing, tennis and beloved traditions throughout the year, all within easy reach of downtown Denver and the mountains.
Properties of this scale, elevation and setting rarely become available in Bow Mar. 5500 Ridge Trail is an opportunity to create something truly special in a place that has been treasured by one family for generations.
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Property Information for 5500 Ridge Trail
- Taxes: $14,531 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
- County: Jefferson County
- Structure Type: House
- Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern
- Levels: One
- Subdivision Name: Bow Mar
- Association: No
- Basement: Yes
- Year Built: 1955
- Lot Size: 1.43 AC / 62,290 SF
- Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 3615
- Sqft Total: 3615
- Living Area (SqFt Finished): 2468
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2468
- Living SqFt: 2468
- Sq Ft Apx: 0
- Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1147
- Area Source: Public Records
- PSF Total: 830
- PSF Above Grade: 1216
- PSF Finished: 1216
- Master on Main: Yes
- Direction Faces: West
- Room and Floor: Bedroom-Main-1, Bedroom-Main-2, Master Bedroom-Main-1, Bathroom Full-Main-1, Bathroom Full-Main-2, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main-1, Bathroom Half-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Kitchen-Main-1, Family Room-Basement-1, Bathroom Full-Basement-1, Utility Room-Basement-1, Laundry-Basement-1
- Room Count: 13
- Basement: Finished, Full
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- Fireplace Features: Kitchen, Living Room
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Window Features: Bay Window(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry Features: In Unit
- Bedrooms Total: 3
- Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
- Main Level Bedrooms: 3
- Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
- Basement Level Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms Total: 5
- Upper Level Bathrooms: 0
- Main Level Bathrooms: 4
- Lower Level Bathrooms: 0
- Basement Level Bathrooms: 1
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom Half
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Bathroom Full
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Utility Room
- Room Level: Basement
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Basement
- Parking Features: Attached
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking Type: Garage (Attached)
- Parking Description: Garage (Attached)-2
- Parking Details: 2
- Parking Total: 1
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Offstreet Spaces: 0
- Parking Count: 2
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Reserved Spaces: 0
- RV Spaces: 0
- Association Fee Total Annual: $0
- Senior Community: No
- Elementary School: Blue Heron
- Elementary School District: Jefferson County R-1
- Middle Or Junior School: Summit Ridge
- Middle Or Junior School District: Jefferson County R-1
- High School: Dakota Ridge
- High School District: Jefferson County R-1
- Lot Size Acres: 1.43
- Lot Size Square Feet: 62291
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
- Waterfront Features: Lake Front
- Accessibility Features: Corner Lot, Sloping Lot, Abuts Pond/Lake, House Faces West, Paved, Gutters
- Property Exclusions: mirrors in upper level bathrooms, light fixture over dining table and in basement.
- Green Verification Count: 0
- Out Building Count: 0
- Horse: No
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Property Condition: Fixer
- Roof: Wood
- Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Livable Structure Count: 0
- Water Included: Yes
- Water Source: Public
- Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Internet Access (Wired), Natural Gas Available
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Property History for 5500 Ridge Trail
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2026 | Listed (Active) RECOLORADO #7852287 | $3,000,000 | — |
| Oct 5, 2026 | Listed (Active) IRES #7852287 | $3,000,000 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2026 | Listed (Active) RECOLORADO #7852287 | $3,000,000 |
| 10/05/2026 | Listed (Active) IRES #7852287 | $3,000,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5500 Ridge Trail
Schools near 5500 Ridge Trail
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Charter - | PK to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Blue Heron Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Summit Ridge Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Dakota Ridge Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Addenbrooke Classical Grammar School CharterPK 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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