Located in the downtown historic district of Salida, this property is a rare opportunity to purchase a true work/live! This is a perfect opportunity for you to open the business of your dreams and live in downtown Salida, close to restaurants, shops, hiking, biking, and skiing. The property is divided into two tax parcels, one retail (R368132431435) and one residential (R368132431436), although they are contiguous and have a wall (with a door) dividing them into commercial and residential. They are being sold together but can be rented out separately or sold separately. The residential unit is a successful short-term rental. Completely updated in 2016, the two parcels have updated electric, plumbing, roof, hardwood floors, heating, and custom tile work. The first floor has hardwood floors throughout, exposed brick walls in the residential portion, and a gear room in the back entry for your bikes, kayaks, and skis. The retail space in the front has an additional bathroom but is plumbed for two bathrooms. The retail space in one big, blank space with no additional walls, ready for your own design. The residential space has three bedrooms and two baths, a large kitchen, living space with dining room, living room, skylights all in an open floor plan. There is one large bedroom on the first floor with a bathroom, and two additional bedrooms and a bath upstairs. You could build a deck on the roof to look at the views and enjoy Salida's wonderful weather. The residential portion of this building is eligible for a residential loan financing, ask your banker for details. Seller is a licensed Colorado Realtor.