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Historic Restaurant and Caboose Property
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$1,620,000

38539 Us Highway 285, Jefferson, CO 80456

Turn-key historic restaurant with additional commercial space and a vintage caboose guest experience concept.

Days on Market149

Property Features for 38539 Us Highway 285

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype General Commercial

Site & Location

Traffic Count 10,000 vehicles/day
Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1881
Listing Agency: Jefferson Real Estate, Inc.
Listed By: JoAnn MacDougall · License #100065750
Source: Xome
Added: Mar 4 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Jun 14 at 1:33AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This unique lifestyle property centers on the iconic Hungry Moose Caboose in Jefferson, presented as a turn-key opportunity with existing food service operations. The structure began as a depot on the Colorado Southern Railroad line and later served as part of the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad, and the property is described as a designated historic site. Original wood floors remain in the kitchen, living room, and main bedroom, with visible historical material details such as saw blade marks, hand-forged square nails, and rail grease stains, reflecting its working freight room heritage.

The offering also includes an additional commercial space that was previously used as a café-style coffee and ice cream concept, plus other revenue-oriented components referenced in the remarks, including a proven VRBO rental and another commercial space ready for lease. The property is described as having prime highway frontage with summer traffic counts approaching 10,000 cars per day, contributing to visibility for both the food business and the additional commercial uses.

For buyers or operators seeking a distinctive restaurant and hospitality-based investment, the combination of an operating food business, multiple commercial spaces, and a vintage caboose for guest use creates a flexible platform. The historic landmark character and preserved interior features may appeal to tenants and guests looking for an experience tied to Colorado rail history, while the on-site mix supports both food service continuity and potential brand or concept updates within the available commercial spaces.

Key Highlights

  • Hungry Moose Caboose built in 1881 and designated as a historic site/known landmark
  • Multiple income opportunities: established food business plus additional commercial space previously used as a cafe‑style coffee/ice cream concept
  • Additional rental/commercial options mentioned: proven VRBO rental and another commercial space ready for lease

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Lease Details

10,000 VPD
Traffic count
Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

82
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 80456, CO

651
Population
1,095
Households
0.6
Avg Household Size
57
Median Age
44%
College-Educated
100%
High-School Grad
241.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
3
Density / Sq Mi
$131,750
Median Household Income
$492,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in West region

7% 2022
7.8% 2023
8.6% 2024
8.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Turn-key historic restaurant with additional commercial space and a vintage caboose guest experience concept.
Where is this conventional 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: Hungry Moose Caboose built in 1881 and designated as a historic site/known landmark; Multiple income opportunities: established food business plus additional commercial space previously used as a cafe‑style coffee/ice cream concept; Additional rental/commercial options mentioned: proven VRBO rental and another commercial space ready for lease
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