Colorado’s first duo of 3D-printed homes has landed in Buena Vista’s South Main neighborhood—offering a glimpse into how robotics and concrete printing could change how we build, maintain, and finance homes in the Rockies.

We probably won’t see these anytime soon in Evergreen CO as that market just doesn’t see to be a good fit.

What makes these homes different?

• 3D-printed concrete walls: A large printer lays continuous, rope-like layers of concrete to form both exterior and interior walls—ditching traditional stick framing.
• Fire resistance: Concrete is non-combustible, and future builds aim for fire-resistant metal roofing as well.
• Lower ongoing maintenance: No termites or wood rot; owners should still seal and monitor concrete for cracking in Colorado’s freeze-thaw cycles.
• Design-forward: Southwest-inspired facades with corded concrete textures; inside you’ll find smooth plaster or exposed ripple finishes, polished concrete floors, and modern fixtures.

Where is this happening—and what’s next?

• Buena Vista pilot: Two 1,100 sq. ft. two-bed/two-bath homes are complete; one was listed for rent around $3,500/month.
• Scaling in Salida: Builder VeroTouch is constructing 31 additional homes in the Cleora development (including some duplexes). Most are ~1,000 sq. ft., 2 bed/2 bath.
• Pricing goal: Target list prices around $450,000—about $175,000 lower than the Buena Vista asking price—as the team iterates on floor plans and production efficiency.

Why it matters

VeroTouch’s model aims to reduce build costs (up to ~20%), labor needs (up to ~40%), and timelines (up to ~20%), potentially adding durable, fire-resistant housing stock faster—without sacrificing aesthetics.

Source: “You Can Rent One of Colorado’s First 3D-Printed Homes in Buena Vista,” 5280. Read the full story for photos and additional context.