12973 Upper Ridge Road
Conifer, CO 80433
- 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 4,742 sqft (on 10.06 acres)
5 Beds
4.5 Baths
4,742 sqft
(on 10.06 acres)
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Description
Constructed in 1998 by renowned architect and owner, Frank Kuenz, this custom home was named Tower Ridge, because of the central tower being the focal point of the design and elevated front access walkway. This home's passive solar design incorporates lots of windows and amazing views of Mount Blue Sky and the valley. Preserved debarked tree bases and limbs have been artfully designed into this homes rustic ambiance. The front sun room has built-in planter boxes perfect for year-round enjoyment. An updated kitchen designed with both propane and electric cooking appliances will accommodate any culinary needs or cooking situation. Watercolor art by a local accomplished artist named Rita Derjue is displayed on removable panels within the dining room and family room with other framed pieces throughout home. Relax in the oversized family room with custom wood fireplace or on the attached deck with amazing views of Mount Blue Sky and the valley. Work from home in the main floor office with second floor library. The home incorporates propane to fuel a boiler system. Three separate wood burning stoves and a gas burning stove in the primary bedroom provide ample and reliable heating options. Three spacious secondary bedrooms are on the second floor, one with its private ensuite and others share a full bath. The signature tower is located on the third level with ceiling ladder access to an observation deck. A lower level mother-in law suite is perfect for a caretaker. The basement also has an open entertainment area complete with wet bar. Additional features include a covered gazebo, a small one bedroom bunkhouse named "Old School" complete with wood stove. Enjoy the marked mountain trail with several metal benches to stop and enjoy the serene views from Old School to a two story bunkhouse called Cliff Point complete with a heating stove, cooking stove and outhouse. From this location you have unobstructed views from Pikes Peak to Mount Blue Sky.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from August 06, 2025
Home Highlights
Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
$5/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 12973 Upper Ridge Road
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Interior Details Basement: Cellar,Finished,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 21Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Sun RoomWet Bar |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4742 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Connected, PropaneAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Hot Water,Passive Solar,Propane,Wood StoveNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family RoomHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: 220 VoltsHas Electric on Property |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings, Window TreatmentsFlooring: Carpet, Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Levels: Three Or MoreEntry Location: GroundFloors: Carpet, Tile, Wood |
View Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Valley |
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s) |
Room & Shared Space Shared space is furnished |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, RooftopFencing: PartialVegetation: Aspen, Cleared, WoodedExterior: Balcony, Lighting, PlaygroundFoundation: Block |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Circular Driveway,Oversized |
Frontage Road Frontage: Private RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: DirtNot on Waterfront |
Farm & Range Not Allowed to Raise Horses |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 3085 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1491 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1998 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: Mountain Contemporary |
Building Construction Materials: BlockNot Attached PropertyDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Not Included in Sale: Caretakers And Owners Personal Property.Parcel Number: 196438 |
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Price List Price: $1,500,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Aug 20 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: ConiferCommunity: Pleasant Park |
School Information Elementary School: MarshdaleElementary School District: Jefferson County R-1Jr High / Middle School: West JeffersonJr High / Middle School District: Jefferson County R-1High School: ConiferHigh School District: Jefferson County R-1 |
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Building Area Building Area: 4742 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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HOA Fee Includes: Road MaintenanceHOA Name: Right Switch Assoc LLCHOA Phone: 303-746-8534Has an HOAHOA Fee: $60/Annually |
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Lot Area: 10.06 Acres |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Contingencies: None KnownListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Jumbo, VA Loan |
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Mobile Home Park Mobile Home Units: Feet |
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Business Information Ownership: Estate |
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Furnished |
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BasementMls Number: 6924800Attribution Contact: gwaldmann@comcast.net, 303-817-7111Above Grade Unfinished Area: 3085Below Grade Unfinished Area: 166Showing Service Name: Showing Time |
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Greg Waldmann, (303) 817-7111
RE/MAX Alliance
Bought with: Brendan Moran, (720) 291-0805, Madison & Company Properties
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6924800

Price History for 12973 Upper Ridge Road
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 09/30/2024 | $1,410,000 | Sold | REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #6924800 |
| 08/21/2024 | $1,500,000 | Pending | REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #6924800 |
| 07/26/2024 | $1,500,000 | PriceChange | REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #6924800 |
| 06/25/2024 | $1,600,000 | Listed For Sale | REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #6924800 |
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $6,158 |
| Assessment | $1,061,399 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 12973 Upper Ridge Road
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.44 | Single-Family Home | $1,080,000 | 03/06/26 | 5 | 3.5 | 8,208 | |
1.04 | Single-Family Home | $800,000 | 12/10/25 | 3 | 3 | 3,437 | |
1.23 | Single-Family Home | $1,988,000 | 01/30/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 4,518 | |
1.62 | Single-Family Home | $1,000,000 | 09/26/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,795 | |
1.68 | Single-Family Home | $980,000 | 08/19/25 | 4 | 4 | 3,478 | |
1.75 | Single-Family Home | $1,450,000 | 12/05/25 | 5 | 3.5 | 4,451 | |
1.75 | Single-Family Home | $1,500,000 | 03/31/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 4,617 | |
0.91 | Single-Family Home | $667,000 | 01/08/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,017 | |
1.86 | Single-Family Home | $1,185,000 | 11/21/25 | 5 | 4 | 4,163 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 12973 Upper Ridge Road.
What Locals Say about Conifer
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100 % Say there's wildlife
90 % Say parking is easy
88 % Say car is needed
76 % Say there's holiday spirit
74 % Say it's quiet
67 % Say it's dog friendly
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
58 % Say yards are well-kept
56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
39 % Say people would walk alone at night
30 % Say there are community events
29 % Say kids play outside
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
17 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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12973 Upper Ridge Road, Conifer, CO 80433 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 4,742 sqft single-family home built in 1998. This property is not currently available for sale. 12973 Upper Ridge Road was last sold on Sep 30, 2024 for $1,410,000 (6% lower than the asking price of $1,500,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 12973 Upper Ridge Road is $1,485,700.

