38539 Us Highway 285 Jefferson, CO 80456

Building Details

Year built

1881

Roof type

Asphalt

Additional Structures

Guest House

Listing agent JoAnn MacDougall License #FA100065750 Show Phone

Listing office Jefferson Real Estate, Inc. k***@jeffreal.com 18 Park County Rd 77, JEFFERSON, CO Show Phone

Listing date May 2, 2026

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MLS# S1068569 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in Jefferson, Colorado, this historic property, known as the Hungry Moose Caboose, presents a unique opportunity for living, working, and investment. Originally constructed in the early 1880s as a depot on the Colorado Southern Railroad line, it later became part of the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad. The property is a designated historic site and a landmark in the area. The interior features original wood floors in the kitchen, living room, and main bedroom, showcasing saw blade marks, hand-forged square nails, and rail grease stains. The property offers income potential through an established food business known for its locally sourced beef hamburgers. An additional commercial space, previously a cafe-style coffee and ice cream concept, provides room for expansion or new business ventures. The property benefits from prime highway frontage and summer traffic counts approaching 10,000 cars per day. Further opportunities include a proven VRBO rental, another commercial space ready for lease, and a vintage caboose with potential for a unique guest experience. The lot size is 1.82 acres.

Key Highlights

• Turnkey business opportunity with established food business (Hungry Moose Caboose) and income streams.
• Designated historic site with unique character and original features dating back to the 1880s.
• Prime highway frontage with high summer traffic (10,000 cars per day) ensuring excellent exposure.

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Restaurant - Iconic property in Jefferson, CO with multiple income streams.

Where is this restaurant located?

The property is located at 38539 Us Highway 285 Jefferson, CO.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $1,620,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Turnkey business opportunity with established food business (Hungry Moose Caboose) and income streams.; Designated historic site with unique character and original features dating back to the 1880s.; Prime highway frontage with high summer traffic (10,000 cars per day) ensuring excellent exposure.