21 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO 81224
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21 Elk Avenue,Crested Butte, CO 81224
$3,200,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,073 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: kiley flint
Office: liv sotheby's international realty - cb
MLS#:834963
Source:CO_CREN
Price summary
- Price:$3,200,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,543.66
About this home

Positioned on the quiet west end of Elk Avenue — the storied main corridor of one of Colorado's most cherished mountain towns — this meticulously remodeled historic home carries with it three decades of local lore. For thirty years, the property was one of Crested Butte's beloved neighborhood restaurants, a gathering place woven into the fabric of the community. Today, it has been thoughtfully reimagined as a private residence, its history preserved and its interiors elevated for effortless modern living.
The main level welcomes you into an open-concept kitchen, living, and dining area — a natural gathering space appointed with a chef's kitchen and anchored by the kind of warmth that only a home with genuine history can offer. Two guest bedrooms and a three-quarter bath complete the main floor, providing comfortable accommodations with easy access to all the home has to offer.
Upstairs, the floor plan divides with intention. On the north side, the primary suite offers a private retreat: a king bed, a dedicated workspace, a three-quarter bath, and a deck that frames sweeping views of Gothic Mountain and Mt. Crested Butte — the sort of panorama that makes mornings worth savoring. On the south side, a spacious bunkroom with three twin beds, a queen, and a full en suite bath with soaking tub provides generous, flexible accommodations for family or guests.
The lower level is currently home to the washer and dryer alongside a casual lounge area, however the space holds real potential — easily envisioned as a media room, den, or dedicated hangout for après-ski evenings. For the buyer with vision, it is a canvas waiting to be claimed.
Outside, two distinct seating areas extend the living space: a dining terrace for alfresco meals and a firepit lounge for evenings spent under the mountain sky. A small fenced backyard and two off-street parking spaces accessible from the alley lend everyday practicality to an already exceptional property. The free ski resort shuttle is just one block away, and the shops, restaurants, and energy of downtown Crested Butte are a short stroll in the other direction.
This is a home that holds lasting memories — and now, the opportunity to create new ones. Properties of this character, history, and location rarely come to market....
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Home facts
- Year built:1890
- Listing ID #:834963
- Added:21 day(s) ago
- Updated:June 11, 2026 at 02:15 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:1
- Flooring:Carpet-Partial, Hardwood
- Dining Description:Kitchen/Dining, Living Room Dining
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Bedroom Description:On Upper Level
- Basement Description:Partial Finish
- Living area:2,073 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Floor Radiant
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Metal
- Year built:1890
- Building area:2,073 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.11 Acres
- Lot Features:Golf Course Near
- Construction Materials:Wood
- Exterior Features:Deck, Patio
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Crested Butte Community K-12
- Middle school:Crested Butte Community K-12
- Elementary school:Crested Butte Community K-12
Utilities
- Water:City Water
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$3,200,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,543.66
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:All Furnishings, Electric Water Heater, Electricity, Furnished, Natural Gas, Phone - Cell Reception, Window Coverings
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