Coal Creek Canyon Real Estate

Welcome to Coal Creek Canyon, a hidden gem nestled in the picturesque foothills of Golden, Colorado. This enchanting subdivision offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community spirit, making it an ideal place for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Surrounded by stunning mountain vistas and lush forests, Coal Creek Canyon is a haven for nature lovers. With endless opportunities for hiking, biking, and wildlife watching, residents can immerse themselves in the great outdoors right at their doorstep. The scenic Coal Creek runs through the area, providing a serene backdrop for leisurely strolls or picnics with loved ones.

This charming community is characterized by its friendly atmosphere and strong sense of belonging. Neighbors often gather for seasonal events, fostering connections and creating lasting friendships. Families will appreciate the excellent local schools and recreational facilities, ensuring that children have access to quality education and activities.

Conveniently located just a short drive from downtown Golden, Coal Creek Canyon residents enjoy easy access to a vibrant array of shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Whether you’re savoring a craft beer at a local brewery or exploring the historic charm of Golden’s main street, there’s always something exciting to discover.

In Coal Creek Canyon, you’ll find a perfect balance of peaceful mountain living and community engagement. Come and experience the warmth of this delightful subdivision, where your dream home awaits amidst the beauty of Colorado’s stunning landscape.

Newest Listings in Coal Creek Canyon

$697,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7241060 MLS

Colorado mountain living meets comfort and convenience in this true log home, tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on nearly one sunny acre in Coal Creek Canyon. Soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive south-facing windows fill the great room with natural light and frame the surrounding pines, aspens and mountain scenery. Wood floors and a wood-burning stove complete the classic Colorado setting. The versatile layout offers a main-level primary bedroom and remodeled ¾ bath, two additional bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bath upstairs, a cozy loft, plus a walk-out lower level with office and mudroom. Significant improvements have been completed since 2022, highlighted by a complete professional tear-down and rebuild of the expansive deck. Additional updates include new appliances, licensed electrical work, interior paint and wall repairs, second-floor bathroom updates, smart-home and security features, professional tree work and wildfire mitigation. Septic/OWTS and plumbing maintenance have also been completed. Currently operated as a short-term rental, the home is fully set up for guest stays. Furniture, beds, linens, kitchenware, décor and other furnishings are negotiable, offering the possibility of a streamlined transition. Buyers should independently verify STR requirements and intended use. High-speed fiber-optic internet makes working from the mountains easy, and the county-maintained and plowed road provides year-round access. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking and snowshoeing nearby, with Eldora Mountain Resort approximately 30 minutes away and Boulder and Golden approximately 25 minutes away. Whether you're searching for a year-round Colorado mountain home, weekend retreat or property currently configured for short-term-rental use, this Coal Creek Canyon log home offers a rare combination of nearly an acre, extensive recent improvements, outdoor living, connectivity and location—all at a compelling value.

133 Linn Ln, Golden

Courtesy of HomeSmart . 1HOME@1HOME.COM,303-858-8100

$320,000

9127531 MLS

Views, Privacy & Adventure in the Front Range Foothill of Colorado's Rocky Mountains. 30 minutes from Boulder, Golden and Nederland. Discover the ultimate mountain escape on this stunning parcel. The driveway has been cut in. The well permit is in hand, allowing not only for household use, also for the watering of animals and irrigation of 1 acre. County Site Plan review and diagrams have been obtained. This rare offering invites you to build your dream home or private weekend retreat—and live where you play. Soak in breathtaking views of the Continental Divide, Eldorado Canyon and twinkling city lights right from your future living room. Relax under the night sky gazing at stars that seem touchable. You will even witness the elk migrating through the meadow below. This beautiful property offers both privacy and shade, with dramatic rock outcroppings and panoramic views of the Continental Divide and lovely mountain meadows filled with pretty wildflowers. Hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding on trails just steps away at Walker Ranch Open Space and Eldorado Canyon State Park where you can access world-class rock climbing. Gross Reservoir is less than 10 minutes away—bring your paddle boards, kayaks and fishing poles! Come winter, Eldora Ski Resort is a 40 minute drive. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend basecamp for outdoor adventures, this location delivers easy access and natural beauty.

1546 Chute Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . Janet.LoveWhereYouLive@gmail.com,720-600-9006

$299,000

3141881 MLS

Discover the ultimate mountain escape on this stunning 35+ acre parcel nestled in the Front Range foothills of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Perfectly situated just 30 scenic minutes from Boulder, Golden and Nederland. A well permit is has been issued for the use of water for household purposes, domestic animals and watering of 1 acre of gardens and lawns. This rare offering invites you to build your dream home or private weekend retreat—and live where you play. Soak in breathtaking views of the Continental Divide, Eldorado Canyon and twinkling city lights right from your future living room. At night, gaze at skies with stars that seem almost within reach. This beautiful property offers both privacy and shade, with dramatic rock outcroppings and views of lovely mountain meadows filled with pretty wildflowers. Adventure awaits with hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding on trails just steps away at Walker Ranch Open Space as well as Eldorado Canyon State Park where you can access world-class rock climbing. Gross Reservoir is less than 10 minutes away—bring your paddle boards, kayaks and fishing poles! Come winter, Eldora Ski Resort is a 40 minute drive. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend basecamp for outdoor adventures, this location delivers easy access and natural beauty.

1259 Chute Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . Janet.LoveWhereYouLive@gmail.com,720-600-9006

$239,000

1 Beds ⋅ IR1062966 MLS

Colorado Mountain Cabin - Some cabins are just structures. This one is a feeling. Nestled in the Front Range foothills among dramatic rock outcroppings and a canopy of aspen and spruce, this charming retreat invites you to leave the noise behind. This special hideaway offers a rare combination of privacy, rustic character and convenience less than 30 minutes from Boulder, Golden and Arvada. The cabin has been intentionally preserved to honor its vintage character, evoking a simpler, quieter time. The front room is bathed in beautiful natural light from windows on three sides and the views give the sense of being in a tree house, with sounds of the creek below. On cold days and nights, the glass-front Vermont Castings wood stove adds a warm glow and classic mountain ambiance. The cabin has been loved and maintained - new roof and gutters installed in 2021. High-speed fiber optic internet is locally available and a detached storage shed plus a separate lofted work area are ready for your gear, projects or creative pursuits. Golden Gate Canyon State Park and Gross Reservoir are a short drive away, putting world-class hiking and paddling practically in your backyard. Cash only (no well or septic). Come up and see it for yourself - the fresh mountain air and the stillness of this place will make the decision easy.

10763 Twin Spruce Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 8009916092

$1,198,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ IR1058273 MLS

THE OLD RUBLE PLACE - a historic 1935 mountain homestead built around the original Coal Creek Canyon Schoolhouse, fully renovated with the original stone fireplace and windows preserved. Tucked into the canyon's "banana belt" microclimate of blue skies and mild winters, surrounded by thousands of acres of State and Federal forest. No visible neighbors. Aspen grove. Mountain views of Crescent and Blue.MAIN HOUSE: 3BR / 2.5BA. Chef's kitchen with stainless appliances, gas range, double ovens. Radiant floor heating throughout. Two new Carrier AC/heat units. Stone gas fireplace in the living room; wood-burning fireplace in the den. Cold storage, mud room, attic, and a patio opening to the aspens.GUEST HOUSE: Complete second residence above a 2-car garage - kitchen, full bath, living room, laundry, covered porch. New refrigerator, new electrical panel. Short-term rentals (Airbnb/VRBO) PERMITTED. Turnkey income from day one or a private retreat for guests and extended family.LOCATION: 20 min to Boulder. 20 min to Golden. Just 9 min from the new Quantum Tech Hub Campus in West Arvada - a 70-acre IBM-anchored development projected to bring 3,500 high-wage tech jobs. 19 miles to Eldora ski resort. Red Rocks, Golden Gate Canyon State Park, and Gross Reservoir minutes away. Sundance Film Festival's new Boulder home is just down the canyon.UPDATES: New Carrier AC/heat, updated bathroom finishes, new kitchen and bedroom lighting, new dishwasher, newer washer/dryer, updated electrical (main house plus new guest house panel), fresh paint, new utility room heater, refreshed landscaping, foot trail up the mountain.UTILITIES: Xfinity gas, United Power electric, CenturyLink internet, AT&T cell, working landline. Coal Creek Canyon Road plowed regularly. Room on the property to build additional structures.

29070 Hwy 72, Golden

Courtesy of Epique Realty - Longmont . 3038472020

$649,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ IR1065210 MLS

Welcome to this bright and sunny Colorado mountain home! Designed with an open floor plan and filled with natural light, this charming home greets you with a covered front porch nestled among the aspen trees. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings, knotty pine kitchen cabinets, warm wood floors, expansive windows framing forrested hillsides and a cozy wood-burning stove that creates the perfect mountain ambiance. Step outside to enjoy the expansive deck, rock walls and fenced area - ideal for relaxing, entertaining or enjoying Colorado's fresh mountain air. As night falls, twinkling city lights appear and the sky is filled with stars that seem close enought to touch. The walkout basement is also flooded with natural light, offering excellent potential for a workshop, artist's studio or home office with high-speed fiber optic internet. Recent updates include fresh interior and exterior paint, newly stained deck, a brand-new roof and a new recycled asphalt driveway, making this home truly move-in ready. Enjoy the best of mountain living with easy access to city conveniences-just 30 minutes from Boulder, Golden and Arvada. Paddling at Gross Reservoir, biking at Walker Ranch and Eldorado Canyon State Park or camping and hiking at Golden Gate Canyon State Park are all less than a 30 minute drive. Love where you live and Live where you play in the foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains!

11506 Coal Creek Heights Dr, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 8009916092

$599,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 2526566 MLS

Assume the seller's VA loan at 2.25% on a balance near $370,000, veteran status not required, and skip today's rates entirely. That's real monthly savings most buyers in Golden can't find anywhere else right now. Ask the listing agent for the numbers. Built in 2018, this 3-bed, 2-bath ranch sits on 1.1 private, flat acres in the foothills. Flat driveway. Vonnie Claire Road is county-maintained on a school bus route, so it gets plowed. Fiber internet reaches the house. Paid-off 7.4kw solar keeps electric bills at $40-$60 a month. 600-ft well with zero history of problems, new pressure tank, whole-home filtration, under-sink RO system. FAST septic under $400 a year. Natural gas. Radon mitigation in place. Inside, crown molding, gas fireplace, walk-in closets in all three bedrooms, new dishwasher, new washer and dryer. Kitchen has a gas stove and pantry. Outside, expanded deck with mountain views, 2024 gazebo, detached 2-car garage, RV parking, greenhouse, chicken enclosure, room for 4+ vehicles. Now priced at $599,000, with financing most buyers can't touch anywhere else.

11754 Vonnie Claire Rd, Golden

Courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC . Sandy@JonesTeamColorado.com,303-550-3836

$299,000

9941267 MLS

Discover a rare 5+ acres with a creek in the foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains—This property is ready to build. A circular driveway has been installed, electricity connected, soils testing and septic designs complete and well permit received. Located on a county-maintained, cul-de-sac road, the setting offers exceptional privacy and serenity, while still allowing easy access to Boulder, Golden and Nederland—all within 30 minutes. This gem has enchanting terrain with Beaver Creek meandering through. A rich tapestry of microclimates awaits, where moss-covered rocks, vibrant ferns, pretty wildflowers, towering pine and aspen shimmering in the breeze creates a truly magical setting among rock outcroppings and majestic granite cliffs. Live where you play - Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Gross Reservoir and Eldorado Canyon State Park are all just minutes away. Come winter, Eldora Mtn Ski Resort is just a 40 minute drive. With fiber optic internet available, this is an ideal place for a full-time residence, mountain retreat or remote work haven.

31429 Burke Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . Janet.LoveWhereYouLive@gmail.com,720-600-9006

$584,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ IR1068029 MLS

Colorado Mountain Home with Breathtaking Views. This is the home you've been searching for. Situated on more than 3 acres and surrounded by majestic rock outcroppings, this inviting ranch-style property offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and outdoor adventure. The open-concept floor plan is designed for easy living, featuring a cozy wood-burning stove and laminate flooring. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light while framing sweeping views of mountain meadows and the Continental Divide. The spacious primary bedroom offers its own exterior entrance, providing added privacy and flexibility. Work from home with high-speed fiber-optic internet, then step outside onto the spacious deck and take in the spectacular sunsets Colorado is so famous for. As night falls, gaze at a sky filled with stars that seem close enough to touch. Adventure awaits just minutes from your doorstep at Golden Gate Canyon State Park. And when you're ready for shopping, dining and entertainment, Candelas is 25 minutes, Boulder and Historic Golden are each just 30 minutesDowntown Denver is only 53 minutes and Denver International Airport is 1 hr. Come up to Coal Creek Canyon and Love where you live and live where you play in the foothills of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

33998 Lyttle Dowdle Dr, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 7206009006

$199,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 5983070 MLS

***Seller offering 4.5% interest rate financing for 3 years with a full priced offer*** Escape to your own private mountain getaway just a short drive from Golden, Boulder and Arvada! This unique cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern conveniences, featuring electricity, internet access, a wood-burning fireplace and incinerating toilet. The shower, hot water heaters and floorboard heaters are provided from the refillable water tank. Plus a very durable industrial metal roof. Enjoy the peace and privacy of the mountains while remaining conveniently close to town. The property does not have a well or septic system, and may not allow them. This property will not qualify for conventional financing. Cash or seller financing only.

10637 Twin Spruce Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Madison & Company Properties . brandon.svitak@madisonprops.com

$429,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ IR1067924 MLS

Colorado Mountain Home with easy access to Boulder, Golden and Arvada. Enjoy Colorado living in a home that's just the right size - complete with plenty of outdoor deck space to breathe in the fresh mountain air and take in fantastic views of the Continental Divide. Enter through the airlock mudroom, then step into the tiled kitchen, offering room for a sizable dining table. Just off the kitchen is the charming sunroom with a skylight - it's the perfect spot to take coffee on chilly mornings. The spacious family room features vaulted ceilings, a cozy wood-burning stove, built-in bookcase, geaming wood floors and expansive windows framing views of forested hillsides and snow-capped peaks. Upstairs you'll find two spacious bedrooms with lots of closet storage and access to the upper deck off the primary bedroom. Work from home with high-speed fiber optic internet, then unwind under a canopy of stars that seem close enough to touch. Fresh interior paint throughout and newly stained decks mean you can move right in and enjoy mountain living. This wonderful home is located less than 30 minutes from Boulder, Golden, Arvada and Nederland. You're also under 40 minutes to Eldora Mountain Ski Resort, and within 20 minutes you can be paddling at Gross Reservoir, biking at Walker Ranch Open Space or hiking at Golden Gate Canyon State Park. With National Forest access just steps from your door and Wondervu Cafe only a stone's throw away, this is an opportunity to live in one of the Front Range's favorite canyons and live where you play.

213 Signal Rock Rd, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 7206009006

$719,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ IR1065385 MLS

Colorado Mountain Home on 2.7 level acres. Tucked among shimmering aspens and dramatic rock outcroppings, this enchanting Colorado mountain home offers the peaceful lifestyle you've been dreaming of. Charming stone paths wind through rock gardens brimming with flowers and intentionally curated stone patios create a magical nature sanctuary surrounded by lilacs and towering evergreens. Another path guides you to an outdoor greenhouse offering an opportunity to grow your own veggies. Enter the home into an inviting sunroom, where vaulted ceilings and walls of windows frame views of ponderosa pines, aspens and forested hillsides. The open-concept living/dining area is warm and welcoming with a stunning moss rock wood-burning fireplace - the perfect place to relax after a day of adventure. Primary suite is spacious and boasts expansive windows and a 3/4 bath. High-speed fiber optic internet makes working from home effortless, allowing you to enjoy the serenity of mountain living. The walkout lower level, highlighted by a modern wire stair railing, offers possibilities to create additional living space. Recent improvements: New window panes, a new boiler, new hot water heater. A Class 4 roof was installed in July 2026. Detached garage has an electric vehicle charger, while a separate storage shed provides plenty of space for your Colorado gear. Adventure awaits, just minutes away. Spend the day paddling at Gross Reservoir or mountain biking at Walker Ranch Open Space. The Eldorado Canyon State Park trailhead for snowshoeing and access to world-class climbing - all within a 10-min drive. Golden Gate Canyon State Park is 15 minutes away for hiking, camping and spectacular fall colors. Eldora Ski Resort is 35 minutes away, while the shops, restaurants and amenities of Boulder, Golden and Arvada are all within 25-minutes. Experience the perfect balance of mountain tranquility and everyday convenience in one of the Front Range's favorite canyon communities.

11988 Begole Cir, Golden

Courtesy of Worth Clark Realty . 8009916092

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