Blue River, CO Real Estate — Homes For Sale in Blue River, CO

With a little extra elevation and wooded lots that give off a fairy tale feel, Blue River feels quiet and quaint and yet it's only minutes to the nearest ski lift in beautiful Breckenridge Colorado! It's private, packed with trail heads and close to everything Breckenridge has to offer. What's not to like about this community!? less

Some refer to the Town of Blue River as "an extension of Breckenridge". Although true in some instances, especially when it comes to services like gas, groceries, restaurants, etc, Blue River offers a different a kind of living than most Breck neighborhoods offer. Situated just south of Breckenridge on both the east and west side of Hwy 9, the Town of Blue River stretches from the boundary of Breckenridge almost all of the way to the top of Hoosier Pass. Subdivision roads are gravel and the homes range from modest cabins to large luxury estates. The Upper Blue River flows through the Town of Blue River. The river is known for world class trout fishing. The Town of Blue River also has a tarn, or lake, called Goose Pasture Tarn. This body of water is owned by the town and for the private use of Blue River property owners only. Motorized boats are prohibited, but residents can launch their canoes or kayaks, fish, or enjoy other shoreline recreational activities free of charge. Blue River offers some of the most incredible hiking around! Feeling ambitious? Do some research, and pack your day-pack and set out to hike Quandary Peak, a 14,184 foot mountain. There is a good chance you will run into a mountain goat or two on this hike! Looking for something equally as beautiful but not offering the level of challenge of hiking a 14'er, set out to hike Mohawk Lakes, McCullough Gulch, or the Blue River Trail! If you like living a little bit of the beaten path, enjoy being surrounded by nature, and don't mind traveling a few miles into Breckenridge to run your errands, The Town of Blue River may just be the place for you! less

Blue River sits just minutes from bustling Main Street Breckenridge with all it has to offer. Want the Excitement of Breck but the Serenity of the Mountains - you found the place! Blue River could be featured in any Hollywood Movie and beyond. Here is where you find Million Dollar Homes for a fraction of the price. Lakes, Streams, 14er's, Hunting and Fishing are right there at your doorstep. Get a good wood splitting ax and start up your fireplace for a romantic evening - most homes have outdoor hot tubs overlooking mountain tops, lakes and streams - no neighbors peeking in! True Mountain Living without sacrifice! less