$925,000
SOLD MAY 29, 2026

5852 Watson Dr Fort Collins, CO 80528

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,263 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 29, 2026

$217 Per Sq Ft

49 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Open Floorplan
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Golf Course Community
  • Deck
  • Multiple Fireplaces

About This Home

As of May 2026

This beautifully appointed ranch-style patio home offers breathtaking golf course, water, and mountain views, perfectly positioned along the 14th fairway. Set within a world-class country club neighborhood featuring a championship golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, this home delivers a refined lifestyle with elegance and ease. The main level showcases stunning wide plank hardwood floors and a bright, open layout, while dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows frame magnificent views of the mountains and water along the 14th fairway, creating a striking backdrop for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with generous counter space, abundant cabinetry, and a layout that makes cooking and hosting effortless.The main-floor primary suite is a true retreat, showcasing picturesque views and a spa-inspired ambiance, complete with a well-appointed bathroom and ample closet space. The fully finished basement expands your living space with a spacious recreation room featuring a fireplace, two additional bedrooms, a three-quarter bathroom, and a bright study or office-perfect for guests or working from home. Recent updates include a new AC condenser, and a brand-new roof installation scheduled for completion soon, offering long-term value.Step outside to enjoy the peaceful setting, where the home backs directly to the 14th hole with serene lake views, offering a tranquil and scenic retreat year-round. The oversized, south-facing 3-car garage provides abundant space for vehicles, storage, and even your golf cart.Here you can enjoy laid-back luxury with access to exceptional community amenities, including a swimming pool, tennis and pickleball courts, and both fine and casual dining options (optional membership fees apply), conveniently located near I-25 for easy regional commuting. With its premier location, thoughtful design, and upscale finishes, this home offers a rare opportunity to experience luxury living at its finest.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jimmy Stewart

Real Brokerage Phone: 9702903755 License #100028597 Listed on: 04/07/2026

Real

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Mivshek

RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South License #100056656

RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,934

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Property is zoned E1

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Water
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 4,263 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Primary bathroom on main floor
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Windows

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Timnath Elementary School
  • Preston Middle School
  • Fossil Ridge High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R1532871

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include trash, snow removal, ground maintenance, management
  • Creekside At Ptarmigan Association, Phone Number (970) 377-1626
  • Ptarmigan Master Association
  • Creekside At Ptarmigan Subdivision

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,934

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

8,276 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$339 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: Creekside At Ptarmigan
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Windows
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Attribution Contact: 9702903755
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Possible Use: Single Family
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal, Fire Alarm
  • Accessibility Features: Main Floor Bath, Main Level Bedroom, Stall Shower, Main Level Laundry
  • Has Basement: Partial, Partially Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Two or More, Gas, Living Room, Family Room, Basement
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup, Kitchen Island

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Abuts Golf Course, Golf Course Neighborhood, Abuts Pond/Lake, House Faces West, City Limits, Paved, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks
  • View: Mountain(s), Water
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disclosures: Seller's Property Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Frame, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Oversized Garage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: PVREA
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Satellite Avail, High Speed Avail
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Trash, Snow Removal, Maintenance Grounds, Management
  • Association #2 Fee: 650
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee: 285
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Ptarmigan Master
  • Association Name: Creekside at Ptarmigan
  • Association Phone #2: 970-377-1626
  • Phone: 970-377-1626
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Timnath
  • HighSchool: Fossil Ridge
  • Junior High Dist: Poudre
  • Middle Or Junior School: Preston

Lot Info

  • Zoning: E1
  • Parcel #: R1532871
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5934

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Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2016
Closed on
Feb 10, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Susan Zack
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South
Buyer's Agent
Susan Zack
RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South
List Price
$585,000
Sold Price
$560,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-4.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.37%
Original Mortgage
$424,100
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 10, 2013
Closed on
Jun 13, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Greg Colley
RE/MAX Alliance-Loveland
Buyer's Agent
Lee Ralston Cord
West and Main Homes
List Price
$505,000
Sold Price
$499,400
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,600
-1.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $560,000 Fidelity National Title Ins
Warranty Deed $499,400 North Amer Title Co Of Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $366,047 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $424,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $180,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/29/2026 05/29/26 Sold $925,000 0.0% $217 / Sq Ft
04/09/2026 04/09/26 For Sale $925,000 +65.2% $217 / Sq Ft
01/28/2019 01/28/19 Off Market $560,000 -- --
01/28/2019 01/28/19 Off Market $499,400 -- --
02/10/2017 02/10/17 Sold $560,000 -4.3% $132 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/11/2017 01/11/17 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2016 10/28/16 For Sale $585,000 +17.1% $138 / Sq Ft
06/13/2013 06/13/13 Sold $499,400 -1.1% $118 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/14/2013 05/14/13 Pending -- -- --
05/10/2013 05/10/13 For Sale $505,000 -- $119 / Sq Ft
Source: IRES MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,985 $54,088 $12,813 $41,275
2024 $5,724 $60,327 $13,735 $46,592
2022 $4,666 $44,702 $9,556 $35,146
2021 $4,712 $45,989 $9,831 $36,158
2020 $4,526 $43,801 $9,831 $33,970
2019 $4,542 $43,801 $9,831 $33,970
2018 $4,254 $42,372 $9,900 $32,472
2017 $4,247 $42,372 $9,900 $32,472
2016 $4,374 $43,430 $10,945 $32,485
2015 $4,324 $43,430 $10,950 $32,480
2014 $4,135 $41,040 $10,950 $30,090
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: IRES MLS

MLS Number: IRE1055758

IRES MLS

APN: 86144-34-016

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