Established Highway Restaurant
For Sale
$525,000
44365 Highway 72, Ward, CO 80481
Longstanding restaurant with water rights, on-site parking, and an included residence near Brainard Lake Recreation Area.
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Days on Market284
Property Features for 44365 Highway 72
General Information
Standard status
Active
Listing Agency:
RE/MAX Alliance-Boulder
(720) 201-3031
Listed By:
Robert Chambers
(720) 201-3031
Source:
Exprealty
Added: Nov 18, 2025
Changed: Aug 29
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 5:36PM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The Millsite Inn is an established restaurant property at 44365 Highway 72 in Ward, Colorado. The offering includes water rights, ample parking, and an approximately 1,100-square-foot home, creating a combined restaurant and residential component.
The property sits near the entrance to Brainard Lake Recreation Area and along the Peak to Peak Highway between Nederland and Estes Park. The restaurant has remained under the same ownership for 36 years and is identified as the only restaurant on that highway stretch between those two communities.
The property sits near the entrance to Brainard Lake Recreation Area and along the Peak to Peak Highway between Nederland and Estes Park. The restaurant has remained under the same ownership for 36 years and is identified as the only restaurant on that highway stretch between those two communities.
Key Highlights
- Established restaurant operating under the same ownership for 36 years
- Positioned along the Peak to Peak Highway between Nederland and Estes Park
- Located near the entrance to Brainard Lake Recreation Area
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
61
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Demographics for 80481, CO
544
Population
471
Households
1.2
Avg Household Size
47
Median Age
62%
College-Educated
100%
High-School Grad
43.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
12
Density / Sq Mi
$92,105
Median Household Income
$66,705
Median Earnings
$1,917
Median Rent
$551,500
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Longstanding restaurant with water rights, on-site parking, and an included residence near Brainard Lake Recreation Area.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 44365 Highway 72 Ward, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $525,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Established restaurant operating under the same ownership for 36 years; Positioned along the Peak to Peak Highway between Nederland and Estes Park; Located near the entrance to Brainard Lake Recreation Area
