Snowmass Village
A ski town built around Snowmass, with true slopeside neighborhoods.
- County
- Pitkin
- Elevation
- 8,309 ft
- Population
- 3,096 (2020 Census)
- Denver
- About 200 mi via I-70 and Glenwood Springs ยท about 3.5 to 4 hr
- Airport
- Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE)
- Ski area
- Snowmass, with Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, and Buttermilk on the same pass
Drive times are typical and change with traffic and weather.
Living in Snowmass Village
What it's like to live in Snowmass Village
Snowmass Village sits in the Brush Creek Valley, which ranchers settled around 1910. The ski area opened in 1967 and the town incorporated in 1977. Life centers on the mountain, Base Village, and the Snowmass Mall, with free village shuttles and buses to Aspen. Summer brings the rodeo, mountain biking, and the Rim Trail.
Most of the housing stock is condos and townhomes near the slopes, plus single-family neighborhoods spread across the hillsides. Several of them, including Wood Run, Ridge Run, The Pines at Owl Creek, Two Creeks, and The Divide, have ski-in/ski-out access. The Aspen Times reported in April 2026 that the 2025 median sale price in Snowmass Village was $8.25 million for a single-family home and $2.09 million for a condo.
Buyers pay a 1.0% town real estate transfer tax, and parts of Base Village add another 1.0%. Short-term rentals need a town business license and a permit, and permits now renew every April 30. Condo and HOA dues can be high near the slopes, so ask for them early. I live on the Front Range, so for Snowmass I team up with a local agent I trust and stay with you through the whole move.
Where it is
Where Snowmass Village sits in Aspen & Snowmass
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Neighborhoods
Where to look in Snowmass Village
Wood Run
Slopeside on Fanny Hill and the first ski-in/ski-out subdivision of single-family homes.
The Pines at Owl Creek
Some of the newest and largest homes in the village, with ski-in/ski-out access from every lot.
Two Creeks
Lots near an acre or more with ski-in/ski-out access, set apart from the main base.
Horse Ranch
About 99 lots near the Snowmass Recreation Center, looking over open space and horse pastures.
Fairway Drive
Smaller lots next to the golf course and across from the Two Creeks lift.
Melton Ranch
An early subdivision north of Brush Creek Road with mountain views and village shuttle service.
Get outside
Things to do in Snowmass Village
- 01
Snowmass
About 3,332 skiable acres and 4,406 feet of vertical, the biggest of the four Aspen Snowmass mountains.
- 02
Rim Trail
A 7.84-mile ridge trail above the village; the free shuttle can bring you back to the start.
- 03
Snowmass Rodeo
Wednesday nights in summer, with room for about 2,000 people.
- 04
Anderson Ranch Arts Center
An arts center founded in 1966, with workshops in ceramics, painting, woodworking, and more.
- 05
Buttermilk
About 470 skiable acres a short ride toward Aspen on Highway 82.
- 06
Maroon Bells
A summer shuttle from Aspen Highlands takes you to Maroon Lake at 9,580 feet.
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FAQ
Snowmass Village questions, answered
How far is Snowmass Village from Denver?
About 200 miles via I-70, Glenwood Springs, and Highway 82, roughly 3.5 to 4 hours. Independence Pass is shorter in summer but closes from fall until about Memorial Day.
Can I rent my Snowmass place short term?
Yes, with a town business license and a short-term rental permit. The permit fee is $400 a year as of 2026, and permits expire April 30. Confirm current rules with the Town of Snowmass Village.
Are there extra costs at closing?
The town charges a 1.0% real estate transfer tax, and parts of Base Village add another 1.0%. Many condos and slopeside homes also carry HOA dues, so ask for the budget before you write an offer.
Is there really ski-in/ski-out in Snowmass?
Yes, in neighborhoods like Wood Run, Ridge Run, The Pines at Owl Creek, Two Creeks, and The Divide. Access varies lot by lot, so walk it before you buy.
What is the elevation of Snowmass Village?
About 8,309 feet.
What school district serves Snowmass Village?
Aspen School District. Confirm the district for any specific address.
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