About This Home

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 38539 Us Highway 285 in Jefferson, CO is listed for $1,620,000. Built in 1881, on a 1.82 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1881
  • 1.82 acre lot

Property Details

1881
Listing Description

LIVE, WORK & INVEST IN JEFFERSON Welcome to the iconic Hungry Moose Caboose in scenic Jefferson-a truly rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind lifestyle property rich in history, character, and multiple income streams. This is a turn key business opportunity.

Originally built in the early 1880s as a depot on the Colorado Southern Railroad line-later part of the Denver, South Park & Pacific Railroad-this remarkable property is a designated historic site and a well-known landmark for locals and travelers alike.

Step inside and experience a living piece of Colorado history. Original wood floors in the kitchen, living room, and main bedroom showcase saw blade marks, hand-forged square nails, and even rail grease stains from its time as a working freight room. The natural wear patterns between rooms reflect its past life as a bustling ticket office and passenger waiting area.

Beyond its historic charm, the property offers exceptional income potential. The established food business draws steady traffic with its popular locally sourced beef hamburgers, while an additional commercial space-previously a successful cafe-style coffee and ice cream concept-offers room for expansion or new ideas.

With prime highway frontage and summer traffic counts approaching 10,000 cars per day, exposure is outstanding. Additional opportunities include a proven VRBO rental, another commercial space ready for lease, and a vintage caboose with exciting potential for a one-of-a-kind guest experience.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$8,664/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$1,172
Interest$7,020
Insurance$473

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

38539 Us Highway 285

Jefferson, CO 80456

JEFFERSON

Questions & Answers

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 38539 Us Highway 285 is listed at $1,620,000. The estimated monthly payment is $8,665 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1881, 1.82 acre lot.

This property is listed by JoAnn MacDougall and can be reached at 7198380117.

JM

JoAnn MacDougall

Agent at Jefferson Real Estate

(719) 838-0117
Agent website

Listed by Jefferson Real Estate · Broker phone: (970) 368-0025 · Broker website

MLS# S1068569· Source: Altitude REALTORS ®· 129 days on PropertySimple

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38539 Us Highway 285, Jefferson, CO 80456

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