Hayden Ranch: Historic Agricultural
5801 Hwy 24 Leadville, CO 80461
For Sale
$499,900
COMMERCIAL - Leadville, CO
Lot Size35.38 Acres
Days on Market104
Property Features for 5801 Hwy 24
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
RUR
Fencing
Fenced
Standard status
Active
APN
000596
Lot size
35.38 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2023
Tax Description
RIVER PARCEL D OF THE HAYDEN RANCH PT NE1/4, 3-11-80 & PT SE1/4 34-11-80
Tax Annual Amount
0
Utilities
Sewer type
Septic Tank
Water source
Well
Building Details
Year built
1880
Listing Agency:
Code of the West Real Estate LLC
(719) 742-3626
Listed By:
Arica Andreatta · License #100051579
(719) 251-3691
Added: Apr 17
Last Checked: Jul 29 at 1:06PM
MLS# 222695
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Hayden Ranch, originally established as Elkhorn Ranch in 1860, spans 35.38 acres. The ranch played a crucial role in supporting the silver industry boom in the Leadville Mining District by providing hay for the animals powering carts. In the 1890s, the Hayden Family transitioned to grazing cattle and constructed many of the existing structures. The Callahan Construction Company acquired the ranch in 1933, briefly using it to breed horses for the US Army Cavalry before resuming cattle breeding for another 14 years. In the 1960s, there were prospects through the ski industry, and many larger lots in Lake County were subdivided with thoughts of development. The lot to the north of the Hayden Homestead is one such example, and was planned to house 40 condominiums, three of which were constructed. The property is zoned RUR and is located in Leadville, Colorado.
Key Highlights
- Historic Ranch: Founded as Elkhorn Ranch in 1860, with ties to the Leadville silver boom and later the Hayden Family.
- Substantial Acreage: Large lot with potential, as evidenced by nearby subdivided lots intended for development.
- Water Source: Property includes a well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Ranch - 35.38-acre ranch with historical significance near Leadville, Colorado.
Where is this ranch located?
The property is located at 5801 Hwy 24 Leadville, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $499,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic Ranch: Founded as Elkhorn Ranch in 1860, with ties to the Leadville silver boom and later the Hayden Family.; Substantial Acreage: Large lot with potential, as evidenced by nearby subdivided lots intended for development.; Water Source: Property includes a well.
