
Estimated payment $122,787/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Green Building
- Steam Shower
- Aspen Middle School Rated A-
- Victorian Architecture
- Furnished
About This Home
Tucked away on a quiet, sun-drenched, south-facing 7,500-square-foot lot in Aspen's coveted West End, 716 W. Francis blends historic charm with modern livability. Originally built in 1888, this Victorian gem was thoughtfully reimagined in 2007 by Lyon Stratton Powell Interior Design, and most recently refreshed by Gina Turchin Interiors with a clean, contemporary vision that honors its heritage. Character-rich details—like original stained-glass windows and doors—remain, alongside curated furnishings and fixtures imported from France and Switzerland. Local lore even remembers it as campaign headquarters for Hunter S. Thompson's legendary ''Freak Power'' run.
Wide plank reclaimed whitewashed oak floors span nearly 5,000 square feet of bright, functional living space. The main level features a welcoming great room with a gas fireplace, formal dining for eight, and a built-in breakfast banquette off the kitchen. French doors open to a shaded wraparound porch and fenced yard—ideal for easy indoor-outdoor living on one of the West End's sunniest lots. The updated kitchen showcases white quartzite slab counters, stainless steel Wolf, Sub-Zero, and new Bosch appliances (2025), plus ample storage. Also on the main level: a private en suite guest bedroom, powder room, and a mudroom that connects to an oversized, epoxy-floored two-car garage with built-in gear storage.
Upstairs, the sunny primary suite offers vaulted ceilings, dual window seats, a built-in dresser, and three closets—including a lock-off. The marble-tiled primary bath features dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a steam shower. A second en suite bedroom includes dual walk-in closets, another steam shower, and access to a private deck with views of Shadow Mountain. The lower level includes two additional en suite bedrooms—one with a window well and terraced brick garden that fills the space with natural light—a powder room, and a theater-style media room with a new projector (2025), surround sound (2023), bar seating, and a large laundry room with double stackable washer/dryers, folding counter, and sink.
Lovingly cared for by the same local manager since 2007, recent updates include: hot water tanks, Bosch microwave/oven, new sod, deck refinishing, sink hardware (2025), kitchen counters and backsplash (2021), and whitewashed oak flooring (2017). Tech upgrades include flat-screen TVs, a full surround sound system with outdoor rock speakers, and the latest Sonos app integration—perfect for entertaining. Additional exterior features include a dedicated landscaping/storage shed, a fully fenced perimeter ideal for pets, and mature landscaping beneath a trimmed cottonwood canopy.
Just blocks from the Benedict Music Tent, Aspen Institute, Aspen Meadows, and the cross-town shuttle, this five-bedroom, five-full and two-half-bath home offers the ideal blend of location, comfort, and turn-key readiness. With a strong rental history and consistent summer demand, 716 W. Francis is a rare West End opportunity—peacefully tucked away, yet close to everything.
Listing Agent
Aspen Snowmass Sotheby's International Realty - Hyman Mall Brokerage Phone: (970) 925-6060 License #FA100025125 Listed on: 07/25/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $38,104
Year Built
- Built in 1888
Lot Details
- 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Southern Exposure
- Fenced
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is in excellent condition
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shake Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,925 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Furnished
- Gas Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Steam Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Storage Shed
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Radiant Heating System
- Water Rights Not Included
Additional Features
- Green Building
- Mineral Rights Excluded
Community Details
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Association fees include sewer
- Townsite Of Aspen Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 273512408003
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $38,104 | $1,159,060 | $455,490 | $703,570 |
2023 | $38,104 | $1,173,010 | $460,970 | $712,040 |
2022 | $25,164 | $686,380 | $290,510 | $395,870 |
2021 | $25,056 | $706,130 | $298,870 | $407,260 |
2020 | $21,683 | $606,900 | $275,280 | $331,620 |
2019 | $21,683 | $606,900 | $275,280 | $331,620 |
2018 | $20,977 | $611,140 | $277,200 | $333,940 |
2017 | $18,509 | $581,930 | $269,280 | $312,650 |
2016 | $19,130 | $589,120 | $288,950 | $300,170 |
2015 | $18,884 | $589,120 | $288,950 | $300,170 |
2014 | $14,260 | $425,150 | $280,190 | $144,960 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/25/2025 07/25/25 | For Sale | $21,995,000 | 0.0% | $4,466 / Sq Ft |
06/09/2024 06/09/24 | Price Changed | $80,000 | -20.0% | $16 / Sq Ft |
04/02/2024 04/02/24 | Price Changed | $100,000 | +1900.0% | $20 / Sq Ft |
05/17/2019 05/17/19 | For Rent | $5,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Special Warranty Deed | $6,350,000 | None Available | |
Special Warranty Deed | $3,000,000 | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $1,247,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $2,400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $852,500 | Unknown |
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