Blue Mountain Estates
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A limited 48-home community between Coal Creek Canyon Road and CO-93, large lots on half-acre to two-acre parcels with luxury homesites surrounded by Coal Creek Peak, Blue Mountain, and Eldorado Mountain. Built across four decades, these 3,000-to-4,000-square-foot homes offer some of Golden's most dramatic mountain settings.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Washington Avenue downtown (60+ restaurants, 8+ breweries, shops)
- Coors Brewery (world's largest single-site brewery, free tours)
- Colorado School of Mines campus
- Fossil Trace Golf Club (18 holes, prehistoric fossil beds)
- North Table Mountain Park (15+ miles of trails, climbing)
- South Table Mountain Park (mesa trails, Denver views)
- Lookout Mountain Nature Center & Preserve
- Clear Creek Trail (15-mile paved path to Denver)
- Clear Creek Canyon (170+ climbing routes, whitewater)
- Apex Park (11+ miles trails, mountain biking)
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (30 min west)
- Golden Community Center and Recreation Center
- Golden History Museum & Park
- Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave (Lookout Mountain)
- Colorado Railroad Museum
- Lions Park and Clear Creek kayak course
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Where it sits
Inside Golden. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Blue Mountain Estates
Where is Blue Mountain Estates?
Blue Mountain Estates is in Golden, about 7.9 miles north of the Golden center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Blue Mountain Estates built?
Homes in Blue Mountain Estates were built between 1960 and 2000 (mid-century / late 20th century / early 21st century).
Is there an HOA in Blue Mountain Estates, and what does it cost?
Blue Mountain Estates has a voluntary homeowners association; there are no mandatory dues. Blue Mountain Land & Homeowners Association (HOA site)
What amenities does Blue Mountain Estates have?
Blue Mountain Estates amenities include mountain and valley views, Coal Creek Canyon Road access, surrounded by multiple peaks (Coal Creek, Blue Mountain, Eldorado), and limited 48-home community.
How big are the lots in Blue Mountain Estates?
Typical lots in Blue Mountain Estates run 0.50–2.0 acres.
Which schools are near Blue Mountain Estates?
Schools near Blue Mountain Estates include Ralston Elementary, Bell Middle School, and Golden High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
How high is Blue Mountain Estates?
Blue Mountain Estates sits at about 6,860 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- White Ranch Park
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (20 min)
- Ralston Elementary
- Bell Middle School
- Golden High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 10 minCO-58
- CO-93 (direct)
- Coal Creek Canyon Rd
Transit in Golden: RTD W Line light rail, Jefferson County Government Center / Golden station · RTD Bus Route 16 / 16L, Golden to Denver via 6th Ave · Clear Creek Trail, 15-mile paved bike path to Confluence Park in Denver · RTD regional bus connections at Golden park-and-ride
Resources
- Blue Mountain Land & Homeowners Association (HOA site)Membership and dues
Other Neighborhoods in Golden
- Beverly Heights$800K–$1.2M (estimated)
- Genesee$1.2M–$2.5M (estimated)
- Lookout Mountain$750K–$2M (estimated)
- Bear Tooth Ranch$1.2M–$3M+ (estimated)
- Paradise Hills$1.3M–$2.9M (estimated)
- Tablerock$930K–$1.6M
- Table Rock Ridge$700K–$1M (estimated)
- Mesa Meadows$950K–$1.4M (estimated)
- Downtown Golden / Historic District$430K–$1.5M
- East Street Historic District$500K–$850K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Blue Mountain Estates was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source. 48-home community; limited comparable data.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.