$525,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025

96 Valley View Dr Bayfield, CO 81122

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,740 Sq Ft
1.11 Acres

Recently Sold

$302 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Ranch Style House

About This Home

As of August 2025

Embrace the mountain allure in this charming 3 bedroom 2 bath single-story residence, nestled on a spacious 1-acre property surrounded by majestic Ponderosa Pines. Enjoy easy year-round access with a paved driveway leading to the home. The property includes a detached 2-car garage and ample extra parking for visitors. A beautiful Brazilian Rosewood deck wraps around the front of the home. Step inside to be greeted by a grand vaulted ceiling in the expansive living area, complete with a gas fireplace adorned with unique artistic trim and built-in bookcases on either side. The open-concept kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting granite countertops, a large island/breakfast bar illuminated by a skylight, as well as an island cooktop, built-in oven, microwave, cherry cabinets with pull-out storage, and a sizable pantry. Experience outdoor entertaining on the spacious covered back deck. The luxurious primary suite features a walk-in closet and a private bath with a jetted tub, separate tiled shower, and dual sinks. Ceiling fans are present in all the bedrooms and the living area. This well-maintained mountain home had a new roof with ice and water shield installed in 2011, along with Raychem Guardian heat cables on both north roofs in 2013. The exterior was freshly painted in 2023, and the Rosewood decks were stained in the same year. Additionally, a Generac Standby generator is in place for your convenience. Take advantage of the easy access into the national forest for activities such as hiking, hunting, and mountain biking. Lake Simpatico, a private lake in the subdivision is ideal for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. This home has central water and the roads in the subdivision are maintained year round and are in good condition. Short term rentals are allowed

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Rigby

RE/MAX Pinnacle Listed on: 07/16/2025

Co-Listed By

Katri Annast

RE/MAX Pinnacle

Last Buyer's Agent

A. Danielle Worthen

Hall Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,311

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.11 Acre Lot
  • Corners Of The Lot Have Been Marked
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Composition Roof
  • Siding
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 1,740 Sq Ft Home
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace With Glass Doors
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Bayfield K-5 Elementary School
  • Bayfield 6-8 Middle School
  • Bayfield 9-12 High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic System
  • Internet Available
  • Phone Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 567502211004

Community Details

Overview

  • Forest Lakes Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,311

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Appliance Inclusions: Range Top, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Oven-Wall
  • Estimated Total Acres: 1.11
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Common Facilities: Playground
  • Em Deposit: 7500.00
  • Em Holder: Colorado Title & Closing
  • Exterior Inclusions: Deck, Covered Porch
  • Interior Inclusions: Window Coverings, Ceiling Fan(s), W/D Hookup, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Walk In Closet, Garage Door Opener
  • Legal Lot Block: Forest Lakes S/D Block: 0 Lot 179 Forest Lakes Unit 1
  • Lot Dimension: 1.11 acres
  • Lot Size Acreage: 1-1.99
  • Parcel Id Number: 567502211004
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 301.72
  • Property Description: Wooded Lot, Corners Marked
  • Real Estate Included: Yes
  • Realist Id: 5675-022-11-004
  • Residence Stories: One Story
  • Residence Style: Ranch, Modern
  • Sale/Rent: For Sale
  • Siding: Masonite
  • Sold Price Sq Ft: 301.72
  • Street Descriptionaccess: Private, Gravel, Dirt, Private Winter Maintenanc
  • Street Designation: Drive
  • Tax Account Id: R009027
  • Zoning: Residential Single Family
  • Type: Stick Built
  • Internet Provider: Century Link
  • Internet Service: Yes
  • Other Transfer Fees: Yes
  • Total Taxes Dollar: 3311
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Foreign Owned Y N: No
  • Prop Description Remarks: Embrace the mountain allure in this charming 3 bedroom 2 bath single-story residence, nestled on a spacious 1-acre property surrounded by majestic Ponderosa Pines. Enjoy easy year-round access with a paved driveway leading to the home. The property includes a detached 2-car garage and ample extra parking for visitors. A beautiful Brazilian Rosewood deck wraps around the front of the home. Step inside to be greeted by a grand vaulted ceiling in the expansive living area, complete with a gas fireplace adorned with unique artistic trim and built-in bookcases on either side. The open-concept kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting granite countertops, a large island/breakfast bar illuminated by a skylight, as well as an island cooktop, built-in oven, microwave, cherry cabinets with pull-out storage, and a sizable pantry. Experience outdoor entertaining on the spacious covered back deck. The luxurious primary suite features a walk-in closet and a private bath with a jetted tub, separate tiled shower, and dual sinks. Ceiling fans are present in all the bedrooms and the living area. This well-maintained mountain home had a new roof with ice and water shield installed in 2011, along with Raychem Guardian heat cables on both north roofs in 2013. The exterior was freshly painted in 2023, and the Rosewood decks were stained in the same year. Additionally, a Generac Standby generator is in place for your convenience. Take advantage of the easy access into the national forest for activities such as hiking, hunting, and mountain biking. Lake Simpatico, a private lake in the subdivision is ideal for fishing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. This home has central water and the roads in the subdivision are maintained year round and are in good condition. Short term rentals are allowed
  • Subdv Name: Forest Lakes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 17

Interior Features

  • Dining Room: Island, Kitchen Bar, Breakfast Nook
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet-Partial, Tile
  • Estimated Total Sq Ft: 1740
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarters: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Location Type: Gas Logs, Gas Starters, Glass Doors, Living Room
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1740
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main Level
  • Total Office Den: 0

Exterior Features

  • Windows: Double Pane
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Exterior Structures: Garage
  • Roof: Composition
  • Views: Mountains

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Type: Detached Garage
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 2

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electric, Propane-Tank Leased, Internet, Phone - Cell Reception, Phone - Landline
  • Electric Supplier: La Plata Electric Association
  • Gas Supplier: AmeriGas
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Sewer Supplier: Septic
  • Water Heater: Propane Water Heater
  • Water Supplier: Forest Lakes Metro District

Schools

  • Elementary School: Bayfield K-5
  • Middle School: Bayfield 6-8
  • High School: Bayfield 9-12
  • High School: Bayfield 9-12

Lot Info

  • Geo Subdivision: CO

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Unfurnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Bayfield K-5
  • Middle School: Bayfield 6-8

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2007
Sold by
Phillips Jesse E and Phillips Deborah A
Bought by
Wiley Gary R and Wiley Betty A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2005
Sold by
Sanders David
Bought by
Phillips Jesse E and Phillips Deborah A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
5.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 1996
Bought by
Wiley Gary R and Wiley Betty A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $369,900 Stewart Title Of Colorado
Warranty Deed $326,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $4,800 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $230,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $525,000 -4.5% $302 / Sq Ft
07/23/2025 07/23/25 Pending -- -- --
07/16/2025 07/16/25 For Sale $550,000 -- $316 / Sq Ft
Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $2,057 $30,320 $2,380 $27,940
2024 $1,812 $26,350 $1,660 $24,690
2023 $1,812 $29,310 $1,850 $27,460
2022 $1,798 $31,160 $1,970 $29,190
2021 $1,864 $26,600 $1,490 $25,110
2020 $1,686 $25,100 $1,430 $23,670
2019 $1,657 $25,100 $1,430 $23,670
2018 $1,444 $23,030 $1,560 $21,470
2017 $2,106 $23,030 $1,560 $21,470
2016 $2,023 $22,080 $1,490 $20,590
2015 $1,772 $22,080 $1,490 $20,590
2014 -- $20,940 $1,760 $19,180
2013 -- $20,940 $1,760 $19,180
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

MLS Number: 826641

Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

APN: R009027