$745,000
SOLD MAR 10, 2025
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,144 Sq Ft
5,500 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$237 Per Sq Ft

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Clubhouse
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Zach Elementary School Rated A
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 4-minute walk to Stargazer Park

About This Home

As of March 2025

Welcome to 3620 Big Dipper Drive, a stunning 2-Story home nestled in the heart of Fort Collins' coveted Observatory Village. This elegantly updated home features 4 beds, 3.5 baths, an office, loft space, finished basement, private backyard with mature landscaping and large Trex deck, plus a secluded side patio off of the formal dining room creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. You are greeted by a beautiful foyer featuring hickory plank flooring, a home office with French Doors that is filled with natural light providing a serene workspace. A chef's kitchen with granite countertops, oversized island with seating, white hickory cabinets, a built-in desk and eat-in kitchen dining. Vaulted ceilings in the living room with ample natural light and a fireplace to relax and unwind. The spacious primary suite offers a 5-piece bath and walk-in closet. The upstairs bathroom remodel will pamper your guests with modern comfort and style. The finished basement is a versatile space, featuring a rec room/family room with dry bar, ideal for hosting gatherings or enjoying a quiet evening at home. Living in Observatory Village means you'll have access to several parks, walking areas, a fantastic community pool, a great playground, and even a neighborhood observatory. This is your place to call home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Fritz

RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South

RE/MAX Alliance-FTC South

Last Buyer's Agent

Missy Eisenach

Coldwell Banker Realty- Fort Collins

Coldwell Banker Realty- Fort Collins

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,376

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 5,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Southern Exposure
  • Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $90 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Tandem Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Veneer
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3,144 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Bar Fridge
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • French Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Loft
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Zach Elementary School
  • Preston Middle School
  • Fossil Ridge High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number R1609526

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common amenities, trash, management, utilities
  • Observatory Village Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Community Playground
  • Community Pool
  • Park

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,376

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$90 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 2005
  • Property Sub Type: Residential-Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Horses: No
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Observatory Village (Willow Brook)
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2363
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Southern Exposure
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Possible Use: Single Family
  • Private Spa: No
  • Appliances: Gas Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal
  • Has Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1277
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood Floors
  • Interior Amenities: Study Area, Satellite Avail, High Speed Internet, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Walk-In Closet(s), Loft, Kitchen Island, 9ft+ Ceilings
  • Living Area: 3144
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Double Pane Windows
  • Room Bedroom4 Area: 132
  • Room Bedroom3 Features: Carpet
  • Dining Room Features: Wood Floor
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: Basement
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Bedroom3 Area: 121
  • Room Bedroom4 Features: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Upper
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 100
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Upper
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 13
  • Room Family Room Area: 182
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Upper
  • Room Bedroom2 Features: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Features: Carpet
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Room Kitchen Features: Wood Floor
  • Room Living Room Area: 224
  • Family Room Features: Carpet
  • Living Room Features: Carpet
  • Room Kitchen Area: 288
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: Main
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 195
  • Room Dining Room Area: 156
  • Master Bathroom Features: 5 Piece Primary Bath
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Other

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Lawn Sprinkler System
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Wood/Frame, Brick/Brick Veneer
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck
  • Property Condition: Not New, Previously Owned

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Tandem
  • IRESDS_Garage Sq Ft: 675
  • IRESDS_GarageType: Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: Electric, City of FTC
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: City Sewer
  • Water Source: City Water, FTC-LVLD
  • Gas Company: Natural Gas, Xcel

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Includes: Common Amenities, Trash, Management, Utilities
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Pool, Playground, Park
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 90
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • IRESDS_HasAssociationReserve: Yes
  • IRESDS_HasAssociationFee: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Zach
  • HighSchool: Fossil Ridge
  • Junior High Dist: Poudre
  • Middle Or Junior School: Preston

Lot Info

  • Zoning: Res
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5500
  • Parcel #: R1609526
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4375.96

Multi Family

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Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/10/2025 03/10/25 Sold $745,000 0.0% $237 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Pending -- -- --
02/11/2025 02/11/25 For Sale $745,000 +53.6% $237 / Sq Ft
03/07/2019 03/07/19 Off Market $485,000 -- --
12/07/2018 12/07/18 Sold $485,000 -3.0% $199 / Sq Ft
12/06/2018 12/06/18 For Sale $499,900 +3.1% $206 / Sq Ft
12/04/2018 12/04/18 Off Market $485,000 -- --
08/06/2018 08/06/18 For Sale $519,000 -- $213 / Sq Ft
Source: IRES MLS

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,170 $48,468 $12,395 $36,073
2024 $4,170 $48,468 $12,395 $36,073
2022 $3,415 $35,417 $4,587 $30,830
2021 $3,452 $36,436 $4,719 $31,717
2020 $3,453 $36,129 $4,719 $31,410
2019 $3,466 $36,129 $4,719 $31,410
2018 $2,933 $31,493 $4,752 $26,741
2017 $2,923 $31,493 $4,752 $26,741
2016 $2,824 $30,272 $5,254 $25,018
2015 $2,803 $30,270 $5,250 $25,020
2014 $2,518 $27,020 $5,250 $21,770
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $345,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $394,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $393,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $388,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $51,600 Stand Alone Second
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $745,000 Htc
Warranty Deed $485,000 First American Title
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Corporate Deed $344,000 Land Title Guarantee Company
Source: Public Records

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Source: IRES MLS

MLS Number: 1026198

IRES MLS

APN: 86044-07-089