Why Live in Keystone
Keystone in Montezuma is a small neighborhood with fewer than a thousand full-time residents, known for its proximity to Summit County’s outdoor recreation. Located at the base of Keystone Ski Resort, it offers access to world-class skiing and snowboarding, including night skiing and the longest runs in the area. Keystone is also near Arapahoe Basin, which boasts the longest ski season in Colorado. The Rocky Mountains dominate the landscape, providing ample opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and water activities like ice skating on Keystone Lake in winter and paddleboarding in summer. Local amenities include GOAT Soup & Whiskey Tavern, The Cala Pub, and Gateway Grocery & Liquor, with a wider selection available at City Market in Dillon. River Run Village, with its pedestrian-friendly promenade and variety of shops and restaurants, adds to the neighborhood's charm. Homes, mainly luxury cabins, condos, and townhouses, are concentrated along Route 6, which connects to Interstate 70 and other ski areas. The neighborhood features dark brown and wooden exteriors that blend with the forested surroundings. Keystone is more affordable compared to nearby Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen, with no rental restrictions in the resort area. The nearest public schools are in Summit Cove, including highly rated Summit Cove Elementary School and Summit High School. Free Summit County buses and the Mountain Shuttle provide transportation to nearby towns and Denver International Airport, 95 miles away. Despite the winter challenges of icy roads, the area is safer than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Keystone a good place to live?
Keystone is a good place to live. Keystone is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Keystone has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $155,118 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 71.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Keystone are home owners, with 26.7% of residents renting and 73.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Keystone can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Keystone neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Keystone?
The median home price in Keystone is $922,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $184,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,550 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $195K a year to afford the median home price in Keystone. The average household income in Keystone is $155K.
What are the best public schools in Keystone?
The best public schools that serve Keystone are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Keystone, Montezuma, CO?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Keystone, Montezuma, CO?
The most popular neighborhood near Keystone, Montezuma, CO is
Copper Mountain.
Home Trends in Keystone, CO
On average, homes in Keystone, Montezuma sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Keystone, Montezuma over the last 12 months is $920,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$920,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,700,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,355,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$871,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$599,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$844
Number of Homes for Sale
191
Last 12 months Home Sales
395
Median List Price
$922,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
