This cabin built in the 1920's is ready for its next life. The interior was striped to the studs while the exterior was upgraded with a new roof, wood siding and new electric service. In addition a shed has been placed next to the cabin to become an addition or storage as needed. This cabin is next door to the Sellers second home, 541 Riverside, which is also listed for sale MLS# 1044127. The Seller has identified a location for a septic system to be shared by both 541 and 543. The Seller will credit each Buyer $20,000 to complete the septic system jointly with 541 owner. Water can be provided by a cistern or drilling a well. This property has potential to become a sweet tiny house in a great location. Riverside is a treasured location for those seeking hiking, fishing, and biking along the friendly Riverside road. Located less than 20 minutes to Lyons, 10 minutes to Allenspark and the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Seller owns 6 acres of river front property, 511 Riverside Dr MLS# 1044138 $200,000, within walking distance of the cabins. Seller will offer a discount with an offer that includes both 541 Riverside Dr & 511 Riverside Dr.
For sale
$165,000
543 Riverside Dr, Lyons, CO 80540
1beds
0baths
382sqft
Est.:
Cabin
Built in 1927
10,631 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$432/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 171 days |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 03, 2026 at 11:28am
Listed by:
Liz Ford 3035170351,
Ford & Co. Realty,
Will Ford 303-547-2241,
Ford & Co. Realty
Source: IRES,MLS#: 1044128
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 0
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 5
Heating
- None
Appliances
- Included: No Inclusions
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 382
- Total interior livable area: 382 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 382
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Details: Off Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 10,631 Square Feet
- Features: Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Level, Sloped, Steep Slope, Rock Outcropping, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: R0053527
- Zoning: F
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Cabin
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Xcel
- Gas: Propane Needed
- Sewer: None, See Remarks
- Water: None
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Cable Available, Satellite Avail, High Speed Avail
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Riverside Alpine
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lyons
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $432/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $78,000
- Annual tax amount: $149
- Date on market: 9/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $165,000+26.9%$432/sqft |
Source:  IRES #1044128 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2023 | Sold | $130,000-13.3%$340/sqft |
Source: IRES #986619 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2023 | Listed for sale | $150,000+200%$393/sqft |
Source: IRES #986619 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2020 | Sold | $50,000+53.8%$131/sqft |
Source: IRES #930675 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2017 | Sold | $32,500+6.2%$85/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2016 | Sold | $30,600+15.5%$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2012 | Sold | $26,500-32.1%$69/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2012 | Price change | $39,000-37.6%$102/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX OF BOULDER INC #669527 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2011 | Listed for sale | $62,500$164/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #669527 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $149 +1.5% | $4,875 -9.2% |
| 2024 | $147 -62.5% | $5,367 -1% |
| 2023 | $393 -1.2% | $5,419 +27% |
| 2022 | $398 +6.2% | $4,267 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $374 | $4,390 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $374 -11.8% | $4,148 |
| 2019 | $424 | $4,148 -13.9% |
| 2018 | $424 | $4,817 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $424 +48.7% | $5,325 +86.9% |
| 2016 | $285 +18.9% | $2,849 +2.9% |
| 2015 | $240 -31% | $2,770 -31.1% |
| 2014 | $348 -28.3% | $4,020 |
| 2013 | $485 +7.4% | $4,020 -28.9% |
| 2012 | $452 -18.6% | $5,652 |
| 2011 | $555 +2% | -- |
| 2010 | $544 -16.3% | $7,010 |
| 2009 | $650 +13.4% | $7,010 -27.7% |
| 2008 | $574 +12.4% | $9,700 |
| 2007 | $510 -1.9% | $9,700 +12.8% |
| 2006 | $520 +1.1% | $8,600 |
| 2005 | $515 +1.3% | $8,600 +0.5% |
| 2004 | $508 +6.6% | $8,560 |
| 2003 | $477 +16.9% | $8,560 +23.7% |
| 2002 | $408 | $6,920 -90.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $75,600 |
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Est. payment
$924/mo
Principal & interest
$851
Property taxes
$73
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Neighborhood: 80540
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lyons Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.6 mi
- 8/10Lyons Middle/Senior High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 9.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lyons
- Middle: Lyons
- High: Lyons
Source: IRES. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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