$489,900
5223 Union Cour #3Arvada, CO 80002
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 12021579 · Listed 21 days ago (Oct 9, 2026)
22 mi straight line to Echo Mountain (local ski area) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
Welcome home to a beautifully updated residence in the highly desirable Rainbow Ridge community of Arvada where modern style, comfort, and convenience come together. From the moment you step inside, the home welcomes you with a warm, cozy feel with abundance of natural light. The thoughtfully updated kitchen is truly the heart of the home, featuring stylish cabinetry, newer stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a beautiful marble backsplash, and soft-close doors and drawers. The open flow to the dining area and spacious living room creates an ideal setting for morning coffee, casual dinners, or gathering with friends and family. Upstairs, along with a large light filled loft with a fireplace and in built office, is the luxurious primary bedroom and a very Zen bathroom. Need more room? The finished basement expands your living space with a second bedroom and bathroom-perfect for guests, a home office, hobbies, or simply having room to spread out. Outside, an attached one-car garage, generous driveway parking, and additional off-street parking provide plenty of convenience for guests parking. And there's even more to love about the lifestyle here. The HOA takes care of the exterior and grounds maintenance, insurance, roof, water, sewer, trash, recycling, and snow removal-giving you more time to enjoy your home and everything Arvada has to offer. You'll be close to grocery stores, parks, schools, and convenient transportation, including quick access to the Wheat Ridge-Ward Station Light Rail. Impeccably maintained, beautifully updated, and truly turnkey, this is a home where you can unpack, settle in, and start enjoying life in Arvada from day one.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echo MountainCO · homes near it | Local ski area | 22 mi | Base parking lot (unnamed OSM lot inside Echo Mountain winter_sports area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Eldora Nordic CenterCO · homes near it | Nordic center | 26 mi | Nordic Center building (Eldora)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Eldora Mountain ResortCO · homes near it | Alpine resort | 26 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Winter Park ResortCO · homes near it | Alpine resort | 34 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Arapahoe BasinCO · homes near it | Alpine resort | 41 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Loveland Ski AreaCO · homes near it | Alpine resort | 42 mi | Loveland Basin base parking (unnamed OSM lot inside Loveland Basin Ski Area)Visitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:13 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Christie Banowetz.
Features for skiers
- Fireplace (mentioned in description)
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $489,900
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Condo
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full baths
- 2
- Half baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 1,662 sq ft
- Year built
- 1984
- Stories
- 3
- County
- Jefferson County
- MLS number
- 12021579
- Annual property tax
- $2,516
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Arvada.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
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Estimated monthly payment
$2,829 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Christie Banowetz. Listing agent: Christie Banowetz. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 9, 2026, 4:32 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.