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38539 US Highway 285 Jefferson, CO 80456
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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Special Purpose
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 954 sqft
Price per Sqft $1,698
MLS Listing ID 3629276
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1881
Annual Tax Amount $4,891
Tax Year 2025
Lot Size 1.820 Acres
Acres 1.82
Property Sub-Type Special Purpose
Source recolorado
Property Description
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 café-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.
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 café-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.
Location
State CO
County Park
Zoning Commercial
Interior
Fireplace N
Exterior
Utilities Available Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Propane
Roof Type Composition
Total Parking Spaces 20
Garage No
Building
Lot Description Corner Lot
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Structure Type Frame,Wood Siding
Others
Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional
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6455 S. Yosemite St., Suite 500 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 USA
6455 S. Yosemite St., Suite 500 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 USA
Listed by Jefferson Real Estate