Colorado rocks if you love mountains, snow, snow sports, hiking and pretty much anything to do with mountains. Problem is, you’re not alone. Hence, the cost of houses in Colorado is high. That said, $5 million still gets you a nice pad in Colorado as you’ll see. Just not as nice as other lower-cost states. Here’s a fun article setting out what you get for around 5 million bucks.
10. Denver, CO – $5,250,000
Here’s an example of a $5,250,000 home in Denver. This 2005-built home in Denver’s Hilltop neighborhood spans 7,824 square feet with 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and sits on two lots. The property features a gourmet kitchen with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, dual ovens, two dishwashers, an induction cooktop, a wine fridge, and a warming drawer.
The main-floor master suite includes a fireplace, heated floors, a steam shower, a walk-in closet, and a custom wall closet. The finished basement offers a 4K home theater, gym, wine cellar, office with a Murphy bed, wet bar, pool table, and poker table. Outdoor amenities include a heated pool with an automatic cover, a pool house with a bathroom and shower, multiple patios, a sports court, built-in grill, fire pit, and mature peach trees and grapevines.
9. Colorado Springs, CO – $5,488,000
Here’s what you get in Colorado Springs for $5,488,000. This 2023-built property in northern Colorado Springs spans 8,094 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and sits on 5.33 acres atop a bluff with Front Range views. The main home features a great room with 18-foot vaulted ceilings, a folding Nana wall, and a stone fireplace, along with a gourmet kitchen, a butler’s kitchen, and a master suite with a spa-like bath, heated floors, and a walk-in closet with a washer/dryer.
The lower level includes two bedrooms, a bunkhouse room, a secure vault, and 10-foot ceilings. Outdoor amenities include a heated, self-maintained pool with artificial turf, a stamped concrete patio, and a dedicated pool bath with a water therapy steam shower. The 1,512 sq ft barn-dominium includes a heated RV garage, upstairs living quarters with 2 en-suite bedrooms, a full kitchen, and a private deck.
8. Littleton, CO – $4,999,900
All this for $4,999,900 in Littleton. This 1996-built home in the gated Polo Reserve Sanctuary spans 10,813 square feet, featuring 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, and a 5-car garage with a porte-cochere. The main floor includes an open kitchen, a bar area, a great room with Nano doors to a private patio, a formal dining room, a study, and a formal living area.
Outdoor amenities include a pool, hot tub, professional sport court, batting cages, and park-like grounds with lake and scenic views. The upper level features a primary suite with a balcony, sitting area, and custom closet, along with three additional bedrooms, two with en-suite baths and one with a private balcony. The lower level includes two guest suites, a family room with a bar, a professional gym, and a bathroom with a steam shower.
7. Durango, CO – $4,750,000
In Durango, this is an example of what you can buy for $4,750,000. This 2019-built mountain contemporary home in Durango, Colorado, spans 5,299 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and is situated on 4.2 irrigated acres with water rights. The property includes a pond, a she-shed, an attached 2-car garage, and a detached 2-car garage with a workshop.
Outdoor features include a custom patio with a fire pit along Lightner Creek and ample space for parking. The property also includes two remodeled duplexes, totaling 2,812 square feet with four rental units that generate $79,560 annually. The home backs to BLM land, is across from a national forest entrance, and is located less than 10 minutes from downtown Durango.
6. Vail, CO – $5,300,000
For $5,300,000, here’s what you get in Vail. This 2018-built home, surrounded by National Forest, features 5 ensuite bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and 4,748 square feet of living space with sweeping mountain and valley views. The main level includes a great room with vaulted ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and a contemporary chef’s kitchen with Thermador appliances, an oversized stone island, and two dishwashers.
The main level primary suite offers scenic views, a spa-inspired bath, and walk-in closet hookups for a main-floor laundry. The upper level includes a rec room with a kitchenette, a cedar sauna, a plumbed outdoor gas grill, and an additional primary suite, along with a bedroom with private patio access. The top level features a sprawling ensuite bedroom with a wraparound rooftop deck showcasing panoramic alpine views.
5. Breckenridge, CO – $5,495,000
In Breckenridge, $5,495,000 will get you this property. This 2011-built home spans 4,414 square feet and features 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, and a heavily wooded private lot with views of Baldy Mountain. Each bedroom has a private en-suite bathroom and its own heated concrete patio, while the primary suite includes an oversized shower, heated towel racks, and dual sinks with extended windows.
The kitchen and entertainment area features a custom 30-foot serpentine sliding glass door, high-end appliances, and access to a large heated BBQ deck. Additional amenities include six heated concrete deck areas, a snow-melting driveway, two climate-controlled wine cellars, an air filtration system, and smart home features. The home also includes solar panels connected to grid power, custom cabinetry throughout, and a zinc roof for durability.
4. Boulder, CO – $5,495,000
In Boulder, this is an example of what you can buy for $5,495,000. This 2016-built contemporary home spans 4,359 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, designed with passive solar features, high-efficiency HVAC, Energy Star windows, foam insulation, and LED lighting for sustainability. The lower level features limestone-clad walls, while cantilevered spaces above offer expansive mountain views through large windows and decks.
The main floor includes a gourmet kitchen, a breakfast nook, a dining room, and a great room anchored by a double-sided gas fireplace. The bedroom level features a primary suite with a window seat overlooking the Flatirons and a modern bathroom with skylights, a floating vanity, and a hidden window. Additional features include a home office, a family room, and seamless integration with the surrounding natural landscape.
3. Longmont, CO – $4,900,000
For $4,900,000, here’s what you get in Longmont. This 1991-built home spans 6,562 square feet and features 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, and a three-car garage on a lot with a pool, gazebo, pond, and landscaped flower beds. The main level includes a kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, sliding glass doors for indoor-outdoor living, a butler’s pantry, and a large family/rec room.
The upper level features a primary suite with walls of windows, a sun/exercise room, a rooftop deck, and two additional bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. A versatile wing includes additional bedrooms, bathrooms, a private kitchen, and deck space, suitable for multi-generational living or guest quarters. Recent updates include new electrical, HVAC, windows, doors, and plumbing, with the property located minutes from Boulder, Longmont, and Lyons, and less than an hour from Denver International Airport.
2. Golden, CO – $4,700,000
For $4,700,000, here’s what you get in Golden. This 2024-built home features 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, and 5,107 square feet of living space, designed to integrate with its natural surroundings and offer Rocky Mountain views. The main level includes a great room with a custom fireplace and floor-to-ceiling Andersen E-series windows, as well as a chef’s kitchen with Dacor appliances, custom cabinetry, a breakfast bar, and a pantry.
The lower level provides additional living space, a wet bar, and a fireplace, suitable for use as a game room, gym, or playroom. Outdoor features include a covered patio, a wraparound terrace, a fire pit, and a modpool. The property includes Eurofase trimless recessed lighting, a high-efficiency furnace, and extensive smart home prewiring.
1. Castle Rock, CO – $4,995,000
I’d say you get the most modest home for $4,995,000 in Castle Rock. This 2023-built home spans 8,725 square feet and includes 7 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, and designer finishes such as oak flooring, custom wood accents, and automated window treatments. The main level features a two-story great room with a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, Nano doors opening to the pool area, a chef’s kitchen with marble countertops, high-end appliances, a wet bar, a walk-in pantry, and a prep kitchen.
The primary suite offers pool views, a spa-like bathroom with heated floors, and a custom walk-in closet, alongside a home office, guest room, mudroom with cubbies, a dog station, and a water bottle filler. The upper level includes three en-suite bedrooms and a loft, while the lower level features a bar, media room, exercise room, and two additional en-suite bedrooms. Outdoor amenities include a pool, spa, fire pit, artificial turf area, built-in grill, heated driveway, heated front steps, and a covered courtyard with heaters.
