Estimate anchored to the current list price of $2,600,000 and informed by historical sale history (2021 sale $1.8M), property size (6,147 SF), significant upgrades, and Genesee/Golden luxury market knowledge. No live comparable sales search performed.
Genesee Mountain-Contemporary — Breathtaking Mt. Blue Sky Views
You’ll notice the view the moment you step through the front door — floor-to-ceiling windows frame a continuous panorama of Mt. Blue Sky that stretches across the great room, kitchen and primary suite. This Mountain Contemporary Genesee residence blends expansive interior volume (approximately 6,147 SF) with thoughtful recent upgrades: a gourmet kitchen remodeled in 2021 with new cabinetry, ample island seating, pantry and integrated wine cooler; refreshed lighting and electric window coverings that accentuate the vista-driven design. The main level’s hardwood floors, a formal dining room and a private office with a see-through fireplace create ideal entertaining flow while offering quiet work-from-home options.
Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat — generous scale for a sitting area, a gas fireplace, a renovated five-piece bath and a large walk-in closet, all oriented to maximize mountain views. Two additional en-suite bedrooms on the upper level preserve privacy for family or guests. The walk-out lower level is designed for living and leisure: two more bedrooms, a shared bath, a private fitness room, a generous recreation area with gas fireplace, and a wet bar for easy entertaining. Step outside to a usable outdoor oasis: a concrete patio, landscaped garden terraces and a lower-level yard that takes full advantage of the property’s orientation and setting.
Practical amenities speak to everyday living: an oversized three-car garage finished with epoxy floors and a lock-off storage area; reliable municipal utilities (public water and sewer; natural gas and electric connected); and security features including smart cameras and detectors. Located in the sought-after Genesee community, the home sits adjacent to thousands of acres of trails and open space — wildlife sightings are common and outdoor access is immediate. Commuters will appreciate approximately 25-minute access to Denver and easy reach to world-class mountain recreation (about 45 minutes to popular ski areas).
This is a rare combination of scale, finish and location: a view-oriented design, significant living area for multi-generational or high-capacity entertaining, and upscale updates that make the property move-in ready. Schedule a private showing to experience the sweeping views and well-executed floor plan in person.
A 1998 mountain contemporary on 1.38 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Genesee
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Location
23767 Rockrose Dr, Golden, CO 80401
Genesee is a low-density, foothills community west of Golden characterized by large lots, mountain-contemporary homes, and immediate access to open space and trails. Residents value privacy, wildlife proximity, and short drives to Denver and regional outdoor destinations. The neighborhood blends a rural mountain feel with commuter convenience.
Outstanding access to hiking and mountain biking trails, parkland and natural open space; an excellent location for outdoor lifestyles and frequent wildlife viewing.
A factual market snapshot around 23767 Rockrose Dr.
Genesee represents one of the Denver area’s most stable foothills micro-markets: limited supply of acreage-plus homes, high buyer demand for mountain access within a commuter radius, and a premium for homes with unobstructed mountain vistas. Median sales in the broader Golden area are substantially lower than the Genesee luxury tier, which commands higher price-per-square-foot values (this listing shows $423/SF at list). Inventory remains tight for large, finished homes on acreage; average DOM in the immediate submarket typically runs below metro luxury averages, and appreciation over the last five years has been stronger than the regional median. For buyers, this is an opportunity to secure a turnkey, view-oriented property with immediate access to open space and quick access to Denver. For sellers, targeted marketing emphasizing the updated kitchen, walk-out amenity level and the three-car garage will attract both local owner-occupiers and relocation buyers.
Likely single-family residential zoning typical for Genesee area; consult Jefferson County for exact code and permitted uses.
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Single Family Residence
- Accessory Buildings/Structures (Subject To County Rules)
- Home Office / Home Based Business (Conditional/Limited)
Assessment data and recorded transactions.
Assessed value is kept visually separate from the CompCasa market-value estimate.
Sale history
What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.
Key findings
- List price: $2,600,000; price per SF: $423 (provided by listing data).
- Total living area: 6,147 SF; Bedrooms: 5; Bathrooms: 5; Year built: 1998.
- Kitchen substantially updated in 2021; multiple recent interior upgrades reported.
- Property occupies ~60,112 SF (1.38 acres) in Genesee foothills with open-space adjacency.
- Last recorded sale: $1,800,000 in April 2021 — indicates notable value appreciation to present list.
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms across ~6,147 SF
- Renovated gourmet kitchen (2021) with island, pantry and wine cooler
- Floor-to-ceiling windows in great room and primary suite
- Hardwood floors on main level; tile and carpet in other areas
- Private office with see-through fireplace; piano room/additional office
- Walk-out finished lower level with wet bar and recreation space
- Private fitness room on lower level
Exterior & Lot
- Approximately 1.38-acre lot (60,112 SF) with landscaped terraces
- Concrete patio and tiered lower-level outdoor living spaces
- Foothills setting with trail access and frequent wildlife
- Oversized 3-car insulated/finished garage with epoxy floors and storage
Location & Neighborhood
- Genesee neighborhood — low-density foothills living
- Approx. 25 minutes to Denver, ~45 minutes to major ski areas
- Close to Red Rocks Amphitheatre and downtown Golden amenities
- Jeffco Public Schools (verify assignment for address)
Walkability & Recreation
- Walkability Rating: 22/100
- Immediate access to miles of hiking trails and open space
- Nearby trailheads and regional parks for mountain biking and hiking
Sources & research confidence.
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