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$6,350,000
Active
Ouray County, CO

185 Lena, Ridgway, Colorado

MLS ID: 830773
Status: Active
Price: $6,350,000
Type: Business, Commercial
Address: 185 Lena
City, State: Ridgway, CO
County: Ouray County
ZIP Code: 81432
Parcel Number: 430516247001
Listed by: Colleen Aller of Keller Williams Realty Southwest Associates, Llc - Montrose
Bathrooms: 2
SqFt: 5,293
Year Built: 1907

Description

The Old Firehouse stands as one of Ridgway’s most remarkable commercial properties—an iconic 1907 structure elevated in 2024 with a stunning new addition and high-end commercial construction. The result is a 5,293 SF, turnkey restaurant and event venue that blends historic character with modern performance-level infrastructure. Designed for serious culinary and hospitality operations, the property features a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, exceptionally planned for efficiency, capacity, and workflow. A handcrafted bar anchors the interior with warmth and craftsmanship, while integrated AV systems support private dining, live music, corporate events, and celebrations. Indoor and outdoor seating areas offer flexibility for everything from intimate service to large groups, making this a versatile space for a variety of concepts. The property is not currently operating, providing a rare blank slate for a visionary owner. Every major component—from mechanicals to finishes—has been thoughtfully executed, eliminating the construction risk, time, and cost typically associated with launching a high-caliber restaurant or event venue. This Grade-A commercial buildout is truly turnkey. Ridgway’s year-round recreation, strong local community, proximity to Telluride and Ouray, and steady tourism activity create an exceptional environment for a destination restaurant, event center, brewery, distillery, or hybrid hospitality idea. Few properties in Western Colorado offer this level of history, infrastructure, and design quality. Located in the heart of Ridgway’s vibrant town core, 185 N. Lena benefits from high visibility, pedestrian access, and a setting that captures the charm and energy of this mountain community. The combination of historic brickwork, contemporary construction, and standout craftsmanship makes the Old Firehouse a signature asset that cannot be replicated.

Additional Information

Interior

Bathrooms Half: 2
Building Area Total: 5,293
Cooling (Yes/no): Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplace (Yes/no): Yes
Furnished: Furnished
Heating (Yes/no): Yes
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplaces, Natural Gas

Exterior

Electric: Volts220
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone, Stem Wall
Inclusions: Fixtures, Furniture, Inventory
Lot Dimensions Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
Parking Features: On Street
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Road Surface Type: Paved
Roof: Metal
Stories: 1
Water Source: Public

Financial/HOA/Schools

Days On Market: 3
Zoning Description: Business

Extra Information

Disclosures: Covenants Restrictions Disclosure
Documents Available: Inventory, Plat, Restrictive Covenants, Survey

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Listed By: Colleen Aller of Keller Williams Realty Southwest Associates, Llc - Montrose