Step Back In Time With This Wild West Town Square For Sale

A century and a half ago, Colorado saw a surge of boomtowns, which were settlements established to support miners on the pursuit of silver, gold, and other coveted minerals. Contemporary for their time, these towns were constructed with distinct wooden architecture that can still be seen throughout the state.

Today, in the mountain town of Silverton, a unique piece of history is for sale. And the best part? It’s been maintained to keep its original look and feel. Fondly dubbed “Old Town Square,” the property is a preserved memento of the Wild West. And if its walls could talk, they’d surely have some cowboy-studded, saloon-sloshing stories to tell.

Currently operating with multiple commercial businesses and a modern residential dwelling, Old Town Square is a local must-see spot for its historical artifacts and charm. The property includes the original 1875 San Juan County Courthouse, which was moved from nearby Howardsville; three buildings that were relocated from a fellow mining town, Eureka; and more.

Visitors stop to enjoy nostalgic activities like the old-fashioned portrait studio – complete with costumes – as well as a sluice in the center of the town square for gold panning.

“Old Town Square is a slice of heaven in Silverton, Colorado. If someone is looking to run their own business(es) while living in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, this rare opportunity offers many different business avenues and is truly an incredible location,” says Olivia Barrett, an agent with RE/MAX Pinnacle in Durango, who holds the listing.

“The Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is the top tourist activity in the area and it pulls in a few blocks away from the square. Everyday in the summer when you hear the train whistle, it’s time for the tourists to start pouring in from all over the world and Old Town Square is one of the first stops for them.”

While it’s choc-full of history, Silverton is also a popular year-round destination for outdoor recreation. In the winter, advanced skiers trek to Silverton Mountain Ski Area, which features thousands of acres of ungroomed, rugged terrain. And in the summer, hikers explore the many trails of the wildflower-dotted San Juan Mountains.

Located in the heart of Silverton, Old Town Square is listed for $1,580,000. Learn more about the intricacy of this special spot.

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