1315 Ruedi Creek Road, Basalt, CO 81621 (MLS# 190745) -

1315 Ruedi Creek Road, Basalt, CO 81621

$1,891,513

Propane heat, solar gain, and space to store gear, vehicles, and supplies. You can live here full-time or retreat seasonally with complete independence.

Eleven south-facing windows fill the home with natural light and passive solar warmth — peaceful days, star-filled nights, and the Colorado lifestyle most only dream about.

No HOA, no covenants, no one looking over your shoulder. Just mountain air, wildlife, and the sound of the creek.

This home was hand-built using mortise-and-tenon timber reclaimed from a Civil War–era barn transported from Illinois — a living piece of history built to last another century.

Concrete floors, propane heat, and water access make it perfect for mechanics, artists, or anyone who likes to build, fix, or create.

Reached by a well-maintained dirt road, it feels remote yet is only about 25 minutes to Basalt — schools, shops, and the Frying Pan River corridor.

Pure, potable spring water flows year-round — no well, no dependence, just your own clean mountain supply.

Fish for trout in your own ponds or in the Gold Medal waters of the Frying Pan. Snowmobile and ice fish on Ruedi Reservoir in winter, or take your 4x4 up over the Continental Divide to Leadville in summer.

Step out your door into thousands of acres of White River National Forest — hike, hunt, ride, and explore without ever crossing pavement.

A year-round creek runs right through the heart of your land, feeding three trout-filled ponds and bringing the sound of moving water to your window.

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 3 Square Footage: 2,546 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 425,581 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,891,513 List Date: 11/07/2025 Last Modified: 4/09/2026

Overview

Description

Set on 9.77 private acres bordering the White River National Forest, this is the kind of Colorado property people dream about but rarely find. Ruedi Creek runs through the land and feeds three private ponds, creating a setting that feels more like your own mountain retreat than a traditional home. The 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence spans 2,546 square feet and is built from reclaimed Civil War-era barn wood using traditional mortise-and-tenon construction--authentic, solid, and full of character. The craftsmanship is immediately evident, with every beam and detail telling a story that simply cannot be replicated in modern construction. This is true Colorado--raw, timeless, and built to last. Large windows and a south-facing orientation bring in natural light while framing the surrounding forest, water, and mountain landscape. The property also includes a private spring/cistern water system, enhancing its self-sufficient, retreat-like feel. A major highlight is the 2,618 square foo ... (Read more)

Listing Details MLS# 190745

Location Info

Type: Single Family Residence
Major Area: Basalt
Area: 05-Frying Pan/Ruedi
Original List Price: 2101315
Asking Price: 1891513
Street #: 1315
Street Name: Ruedi Creek
Street Suffix: Road
City/Town: Basalt
State/Province: CO
Postal Code: 81621
Furnished: Unfurnished

Keywords Info

Total Baths: 3
Baths - 3/4: 3
Acreage: 6 - 10
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 4
Pre-Fabricated Home: No

Listing Info

New Construction: No
Seller/Owner is Licensed: No
Short Sale: No
REO: No
Auction: No
In Foreclosure: No
Member Association: Glenwood Association
County: Eagle
ADU: No

General Info

Sub/Loc: None
Legal: Tract: 39 Section: 1 Township: 8 Range: 85 PCLIN SE1/4NE1/4 COTHERMAN ACRES
Zoning: Rural Residential
Nbr of Acres: 9.77
Lot SqFt: 425581
Lv Ht SqFt: 2546
LvHtSqFt (Abv Grnd): 1453
LvHtSqFt (Blw Grnd): 1093
Total SqFt: 2546
Price/LvH SqFt: 742.94
Garage SqFt: 2618
ud_i_02: 3
Main Floor Primary Bedroom: No
Loft: Yes
Den: Yes
Bonus Room: Yes
Short Termable: Yes
Year Built: 1984
Year Remodeled: 2005
Unit Faces: South
Parcel #: 246901100009
Directions: Take Frying Pan Road out of Basalt toward Ruedi Reservoir. Just past the reservoir, there is a road that is on the left, Ruedi Creek Road. Take that road to the property. THIS IS A PRIVATE ROAD, PLEASE GO SLOWLY AND RESPECT THE OTHER PROPERTY OWNERS!
Unfinished SqFt: 0

Home Performance Programs

Energy Star Rated: No

Financing Info

Metro Tax District: No
Taxes: 7526.72
Tax Year: 2024
Transfer Tax: No
HOA Dues Y/N: No
HOA Transfer Fee: No
Special Assessments: N/A
Total HOA Fee Per Year: 0

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Status Change Info

Sold Price Per/SF: 0

Remarks

Public Remarks: Set on 9.77 private acres bordering the White River National Forest, this is the kind of Colorado property people dream about but rarely find. Ruedi Creek runs through the land and feeds three private ponds, creating a setting that feels more like your own mountain retreat than a traditional home. The 3-bedroom, 3-bath residence spans 2,546 square feet and is built from reclaimed Civil War-era barn wood using traditional mortise-and-tenon construction--authentic, solid, and full of character. The craftsmanship is immediately evident, with every beam and detail telling a story that simply cannot be replicated in modern construction. This is true Colorado--raw, timeless, and built to last. Large windows and a south-facing orientation bring in natural light while framing the surrounding forest, water, and mountain landscape. The property also includes a private spring/cistern water system, enhancing its self-sufficient, retreat-like feel. A major highlight is the 2,618 square foot heated shop/garage with concrete floors and hot and cold water--ideal for recreational vehicles, equipment, storage, or projects. Located near Ruedi Reservoir and within reach of Basalt and the Roaring Fork Valley, the property offers access to some of Colorado's best fishing, boating, hiking, and year-round recreation. In a market where premier mountain properties often command significantly higher price points, this offering presents a rare opportunity to secure land, water, privacy, and authentic craftsmanship at a compelling value.

Electric

Yes: Public
Electricity Connected: Yes

Fireplace

# Fireplaces: Yes
Wood Burning: Yes

Exclusions

Exclusions: Sellers Personal Property
Dryer: Yes
Washer: Yes

Laundry Facility

Laundry Room: Yes

Style

Cabin: Yes
Split Level: Yes
Other: Yes

Construction

Alt Framing Method: Yes
Frame: Yes
Other: Yes

Exterior

Wood Siding: Yes

Condition

Good: Yes

Cooling

None: Yes

Basement/Substructure

Walk-Out Access: Yes

Gas

Propane: Yes

Parking Area

RV Access/Parking: Yes

Roof

Metal: Yes

Water

Cistern: Yes
Other: Yes

Carport

None: Yes

Sanitation

Septic: Yes

Water Rights

No: Yes

Extras

Outbuildings: Yes
Patio/Deck: Yes

Location Amenities

Borders Public Land: Yes
Exposure, Southern: Yes
Gentle Topo: Yes
Pond, Stream, Lake: Yes
Rolling Topo: Yes
Trees: Yes
Views: Yes

Mineral Rights

No: Yes

Heating

Baseboard: Yes
Electric: Yes

Documents on File

House Plans: Yes
Survey/ILC: Yes

Disclosures

Easements: Yes
Excluded Buyer: Yes
Wetlands: Yes
Other: Yes

Terms Offered

Cash: Yes
New Loan: Yes

Possession

Negotiable: Yes

Inclusions

Ceiling Fan: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
See Remarks: Yes
Window Coverings: Yes

Sign

No: Yes

Property Features

Laundry Facility: Laundry Room Style: Cabin; Split Level; Other Construction: Alt Framing Method; Frame; Other Exterior: Wood Siding Roof: Metal Condition: Good Heating: Baseboard; Electric Electric: Electricity Connected Gas: Propane Water: Cistern; Other Cooling: None Sanitation: Septic Fireplace: Wood Burning Carport: None Parking Area: RV Access/Parking Possession: Negotiable Extras: Outbuildings; Patio/Deck Terms Offered: Cash; New Loan Disclosures: Easements; Excluded Buyer; Wetlands; Other Mineral Rights: No Water Rights: No Documents on File: House Plans; Survey/ILC Location Amenities: Borders Public Land; Exposure, Southern; Gentle Topo; Pond, Stream, Lake; Rolling Topo; Trees; Views Sign: No Inclusions: Ceiling Fan; Refrigerator; See Remarks; Window Coverings Exclusions: Dryer; Washer

Documents

Closing instructions ›

Lead Base Paint Disclosure ›

Source of water ›

Square Footage Disclosure ›

Listing Office: The Joe Reed Team

Last Updated: April - 09 - 2026

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