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Idaho Springs ushers in a new era for both residents and tourists
The small historic mountain town of Idaho Springs has traditionally existed as an Interstate 70 pit stop on the way to and from skiing for many Denverites. But this community of about 1,800, founded in 1859, is poised to leave its waystation vibes behind and become a major tourist destination, with a new mountain bike park, mountain gondolas and downtown renovations. "[Our town] is definitely in a growth spurt, and I think for the better," says Josh Spinner, broker and owner of Clear Creek Realty Colorado. "It's bringing a lot of fun activities and opportunities."
Idaho Spring's mountain charm is difficult to ignore.
Idaho Springs is walkable and locals can get downtown on foot.
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Victorian cottages and American Foursquares with character
Victorian-era cottages and American Foursquares, which often maintain their historic character with decorative woodwork and colorful roof cables, sit on smaller lots in the heart of town. The median single-family home price is about $600,000, lower than nearby Floyd Hill and Winter Park but higher than Central City-Black Hawk. The town has a limited housing stock and limited land for development. To combat the shortage, in 2025, Idaho Springs broke ground on a new 120-unit apartment complex at the site of a former high school stadium. The project is expected to expand the housing stock by over 10% upon completion in spring 2026.
Buyers can find vintage Victorian cottages and American Foursquares in Idaho Springs.
Due to land shortage, new apartment complexes are being built in Idaho Springs.
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Breweries, restaurants and antique stores on Miner Street
Historic brick buildings line Miner Street, the downtown shopping and dining hub. Gift shops cater to visitors, but residents appreciate the breweries, restaurants and antique stores. Upcoming projects are poised to add walkability and update the 150-year-old infrastructure while maintaining the historic character. Tommyknocker Brewery and Pub is a town staple with craft beer and homemade root beer. The menu features casual bites such as burgers, flatbreads, sandwiches and salads. Safeway is the main grocery store in town, and the Idaho Springs Farmers Market brings seasonal produce and artisan goods from May through August. Idaho Springs is considered walkable, and locals can get downtown on foot.
Locals can pick up essentials at Safeway in Idaho Springs.
Historic brick buildings line Miner Street in downtown Idaho Springs.
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Mountain biking and Aspen skiing
Idaho Springs is a hub for mountain biking, ziplining, white water rafting and four-wheeling. "For outdoor activities, I can't think of a better place in all of Colorado," Spinner says. Virginia Canyon Mountain Park, which opened in its first phase in 2022, is expected to become a major attraction, with 400 acres and miles of trails for all skill levels. The park's Mighty Argo Cable Car, expected to be completed in 2026, will bring locals, visitors and their bikes up the incline. They can enjoy scenic views and drinks at the upper platform, about 1,300 feet above the town. Skiers have a head start to resort towns such as Breckenridge, about 50 miles southwest, and Aspen, about 160 miles southwest.
A new mountain bike park and mountain gondolas are just a few of the activities found in Idaho Springs.
Virginia Canyon Mountain Park is set to shine with 28 miles of walking and downhill biking trails in Idaho Springs.
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Public schools through Clear Creek School District
The town is part of the Clear Creek School District, which earns an overall B-minus from Niche and has two elementary schools and one middle and high school. The district operates on a four-day school week to provide flexibility on Fridays. Kids typically attend Carlson Elementary School, which gets a B-minus and recently relocated to a new campus. Carlson feeds into C-plus rated Clear Creek Middle School and B-minus rated Clear Creek High School, which offers outdoor education and college and career readiness programs such as ski and snowboard manufacturing and a bike tech.
Clear Creek Middle School sits next to Clear Creek High School.
Clear Creek High School offers hands‑on programs like ski and snowboard manufacturing in Idaho Springs.
Carlson Elementary School provides a welcoming environment for young learners.
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Events to celebrate culture, holidays and music
Idaho Springs celebrates its heritage with a donkey race on Memorial Day weekend, a nod to the animals miners used to carry their supplies and equipment. Participants run with the donkeys through the downtown area and up the Virginia Canyon incline in a race to the finish line. The town baseball fields double as a concert venue at the Rapidgrass Bluegrass Festival in August. Fourth of July celebrations include live music, games and fireworks over the canyon.
Straightforward routes to Denver and the ski slopes
Interstate 70 offers a straightforward commute to Denver, about 30 miles east, and ski resorts to the west. The I-70 Floyd Hill Project is in the works to help improve traffic flow. The Colorado Department of Transportation's Bustang bus service heads into Denver. Denver Airport, about 50 miles east, is one of the world's busiest airports, offering nonstop flights to over 30 international destinations and nearly 20 countries. Residents also head into Denver for medical care, and CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital offers emergency services about 25 miles east.
Denver International Airport offers extensive flight options.
Idaho Springs residents can head to CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital for medical needs.
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EPA works to mend contamination from mining
Historic mining activities have resulted in environmental contamination around the Central City-Clear Creek Superfund site. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment are investigating potential exposures to lead and arsenic. Locals are encouraged to take precautions such as wearing gloves when gardening, washing homegrown produce and washing hands after touching soil. Idaho Springs experiences more extreme winters than Denver due to the higher elevation.
The EPA is working on cleaning up mining contamination from 1859.
Updated mining activities are helping to clean up the environment in Idaho Springs.
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On average, homes in Idaho Springs, CO sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Idaho Springs, CO over the last 12 months is $550,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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