Fraser, CO (zip 80442) sits at 8,574 feet in Grand County along Highway 40 -- 5 miles northwest of Winter Park Resort and 71 miles from Denver. Population 1,189 (ACS 2023). One of the coldest incorporated towns in the lower 48 states, with a year-round community, free ski bus to Winter Park Resort, and daily Amtrak service to Denver Union Station. Home prices range from $500K to $1.5M+. Served by East Grand School District.
| Fraser, CO Quick Facts | Detail |
|---|---|
| County | Grand County, Colorado |
| Zip Code | 80442 |
| Population | 1,189 residents (ACS 2023 5-year)[1] |
| Elevation | 8,574 feet above sea level |
| Median Age | 37.1 years[1] |
| School District | East Grand School District RE-2 |
| Distance to Winter Park Resort | 5 miles, approx. 10-12 min via Hwy 40 |
| Distance to Denver | 71 miles, approx. 90 min via Hwy 40 and I-70 |
| Home Price Range | $500K – $1.5M+ (condos to custom acreage) |
[1] U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-year (Census Reporter). Elevation: USGS. Distances: Google Maps. Prices: Zillow, Movoto, Rocket Homes 2025 data -- verify current with RE/MAX Peak to Peak.
Fraser sits in the Fraser River Valley along U.S. Highway 40 in Grand County at 8,574 feet. It is 5 miles northwest of Winter Park Resort, 14 miles southeast of Granby, and 71 miles from Denver via Hwy 40 and I-70. Fraser is in Grand County -- not Summit or Clear Creek County -- which governs property tax rates and school district assignment. All parcels are assessed by the Grand County assessor.
Verify parcel-level school assignment and STR permit status with Grand County before purchase.
Fraser is a working mountain town. The core runs along Railroad Avenue and Eisenhower Drive, with a mix of single-family homes, ranches, and newer subdivisions including Grand Park, Rendezvous, and Cozens Pointe. Home styles range from classic mountain cabins and log construction to contemporary mountain-modern builds. Lot sizes run from sub-half-acre in-town parcels to multi-acre rural sites.
The community feel is authentic and year-round. Residents access the same ski mountain as Winter Park at a fraction of the price. The vibe is outdoor-first, unpretentious, and four-season.
Fraser's amenities center on outdoor recreation year-round. HOA fees vary by subdivision and phase -- Grand Park and Rendezvous both carry HOA obligations; verify current amounts with the seller or Grand County assessor records before purchase. In-town Fraser addresses typically carry no HOA.
Sources: winterparkresort.com; trestlebikepark.com; amtrak.com; Grand Park Recreation District.
Fraser is zoned entirely within East Grand School District RE-2, headquartered in Granby. The district serves Fraser, Winter Park, Tabernash, Granby, Grand Lake, and Hot Sulphur Springs with approximately 1,300 students across four schools (2024-2025). One district, one assignment path -- no county-line complexity.
| Community | Price Range | School District | To WP Resort | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fraser | $500K – $1.5M+ | East Grand RE-2 | 5 mi / 10-12 min | Value entry, primary, STR |
| Winter Park | $400K – $4M+ | East Grand RE-2 | Walkable / ski-in-out | Ski access, resort lifestyle |
| Tabernash | $600K – $2M+ | East Grand RE-2 | 10-12 mi / 15 min | Acreage, newer construction |
| Granby | $450K – $1.1M+ | East Grand RE-2 | 20 mi / 25 min | Lowest entry, larger lots |
Price ranges: Zillow, Rocket Homes, Movoto 2025-2026 data. Verify current with RE/MAX Peak to Peak before publication. School assignments: egsd.org.
Fraser is a driving community. U.S. Highway 40 connects southeast to Winter Park (5 miles) and Denver (71 miles via I-70 and Eisenhower Tunnel), and northwest 14 miles to Granby. Plan for weekend I-70 backups during ski season -- Denver drives can stretch to 2.5 to 3 hours.
Drive times: Google Maps under typical conditions. I-70 conditions: cotrip.org.
Fraser's activity base spans all four seasons -- Winter Park Resort in winter, Trestle Bike Park in summer, Gold Medal fishing and Rocky Mountain National Park access year-round.
No community is perfect for everyone. Here is what buyers should know.
Fraser attracts primary residents, second-home buyers, and STR investors from Denver and the Front Range. Single-family homes, condos, and acreage lots from $500K to $1.5M+.
In-depth guides covering every angle of buying, investing, and living in the Fraser Valley.
RE/MAX Peak to Peak is the local real estate authority for Fraser, Winter Park, Granby, Tabernash, Grand Lake, and surrounding Grand County communities. Our agents live and work in Grand County year-round with direct knowledge of subdivision HOA structures, STR permit requirements, school assignment nuances, and the seasonal inventory patterns that drive pricing in this market. Broker/Owner John Sanderson closed over $61M in total transaction volume in 2025, including more than $29M in residential and $32M in commercial sales across Grand County.
Fraser is in Grand County, Colorado -- not Summit County or Clear Creek County. Grand County has its own property tax assessor and all Fraser properties are assigned to East Grand School District RE-2 regardless of subdivision.
Fraser has a population of 1,189 residents with a median age of 37.1 years, per U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year data. The town covers approximately 3.5 square miles with a year-round resident base supplemented by second-home owners and seasonal workers during ski season.
Fraser is approximately 5 miles from Winter Park Resort via Highway 40, a 10 to 12 minute drive. A free Lift ski bus connects Fraser to the resort base throughout the winter season at no cost. The Amtrak California Zephyr also stops at the Fraser-Winter Park station daily, providing train service to Denver Union Station in approximately 2 hours.
Fraser is a strong fit for buyers who want proximity to Winter Park Resort and Grand County recreation without resort-area pricing. 5 miles from the ski mountain, free ski bus in winter, daily Amtrak to Denver, and Gold Medal fly fishing steps from town. Primary trade-off is limited in-town retail variety and sub-zero winters. For outdoor-focused buyers and remote workers, Fraser consistently offers Grand County's strongest value-to-access ratio, with home prices from $500K to $1.5M+ vs Winter Park's $400K to $4M+.
1,189 people live in Fraser, where the median age is 37.1 and the average individual income is $44,651. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Fraser, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Liquor Depot, Monarch Lake Chocolate & Coffee, and Moon Frog Coffee.
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| Dining | 0.89 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.31 miles | 17 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 0.99 miles | 102 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.04 miles | 23 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.33 miles | 52 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.74 miles | 25 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.72 miles | 22 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.86 miles | 36 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.35 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.5 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.77 miles | 55 reviews | 4.8/5 stars | |
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Fraser has 494 households, with an average household size of 2.37. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fraser do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 1,189 people call Fraser home. The population density is 343.95 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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