08/05/2025
530 Smith Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524
c.1903 • 2,479 Sq Ft • 5 Beds • 2 Baths • 0.27 Acres • $1,075,000
For the first time in over 50 years, the Riddle House—a cherished piece of Fort Collins history—is on the market. Built in 1903 and listed on the Historic Registry, this architectural treasure in Old Town has been lovingly maintained by just four families across 120+ years.
Set on a lush, landscaped quarter-acre lot, this Victorian gem effortlessly blends original craftsmanship with thoughtful updates. Inside, you'll find 9-foot ceilings, original 6-foot windows, and Texas Yellow Pine floors known for their strength and beauty. Period details like 9-inch base trim, egg-and-dart moldings, solid wood pocket doors, and handcrafted woodwork speak to the home’s elegant past.
The galley kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring a Wolf gas range, Vent-a-Hood, slate backsplash, solid-surface counters, and refinished cabinets stretching to the ceiling. A cozy breakfast nook with custom wainscoting makes mornings special. The main-floor bathroom has been modernized with a vessel sink vanity and glass-enclosed shower.
The sunroom, renovated and insulated in the 1980s, offers fir floors and a wood-burning stove—perfect for cold-weather comfort. Upstairs, the bedrooms showcase dormered ceilings, unique wallpaper, and garden views from oversized original windows. Clever under-eave closets offer charm and extra storage.
Step outside to a magical garden cultivated over five decades: wisteria, herbs, grapes, and flowering plants designed for year-round beauty. A koi pond, reflection pool, and a screened summer house provide spaces to relax or entertain. The patio, built from salvaged Old Town sidewalk stones, adds a touch of Fort Collins history to your backyard.
This is far more than a house—it's a living piece of Colorado heritage, awaiting its next chapter.
📞 Contact:
The Barefoot Team – REMAX Advanced
📱 970-281-5049
📸 Photography: Sierra Ann Photography