38539 Us Highway 285 Jefferson, CO 80456
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,902 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,902 sqft
Price per Sqft $851
Subdivision Jefferson
MLS Listing ID S1068568
Bedrooms 3
Three Quarter Bath 1
Construction Status Resale
Year Built 1881
Annual Tax Amount $4,890
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1.820 Acres
Acres 1.82
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Welcome to the iconic Hungry Moose Caboose in scenic Jefferson—a truly rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind lifestyle property rich in history, character, and multiple income streams. This is a turn key business opportunity.
Originally built in the early 1880s as a depot on the Colorado Southern Railroad line—later part of the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad—this remarkable property is a designated historic site and a well-known landmark for locals and travelers alike.
Step inside and experience a living piece of Colorado history. Original wood floors in the kitchen, living room, and main bedroom showcase saw blade marks, hand-forged square nails, and even rail grease stains from its time as a working freight room. The natural wear patterns between rooms reflect its past life as a bustling ticket office and passenger waiting area.
Beyond its historic charm, the property offers exceptional income potential. The established food business draws steady traffic with its popular locally sourced beef hamburgers, while an additional commercial space—previously a successful café-style coffee and ice cream concept—offers room for expansion or new ideas. With prime highway frontage and summer traffic counts approaching 10,000 cars per day, exposure is outstanding.
Additional opportunities include a proven VRBO rental, another commercial space ready for lease, and a vintage caboose with exciting potential for a one-of-a-kind guest experience.
Location
State CO
County Park
Area Park County
Direction From Kenosha Pass, South to The Town of Jefferson. Property on the right, corner of 285 and County Road 35.
Rooms
Basement None
Interior
Interior Features See Remarks
Heating Baseboard, Electric
Flooring Wood
Furnishings Partially
Fireplace No
Appliance Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Parking Features Parking Pad
Community Features See Remarks
Utilities Available Electricity Available, Propane, Phone Available, Snow Removal, Trash Collection, Septic Available
View Y/N Yes
Water Access Desc Well
View Meadow, Mountain(s)
Roof Type Asphalt
Street Surface Paved
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot, Level, See Remarks
Entry Level Two
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories Two
Additional Building Shed(s)
Construction Status Resale
Schools
Elementary Schools Edith Teter
Middle Schools South Park
High Schools South Park
Others
Pets Allowed Owner Only, Pet Restrictions
Tax ID 2204
Pets Allowed Owner Only, Pet Restrictions
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