Los Angeles Art Collectors’ Aspen Residence Lists for $14.975 Million

February 18, 20262 min read

Michael Chilcoat

A five-bedroom residence in Aspen’s West End is now on the market for $14,975,000, owned by Los Angeles–based art collectors Dana Garman Jacobsen and James (Jim) Jacobsen. The residence was previously owned by Joan Harris, the Chicago philanthropist whose legacy includes Aspen’s Harris Concert Hall. The property changed hands in 2022, and the Jacobsens have made the home into a place where architecture, art, and daily livability align.

The sellers note that their collecting sensibility shaped the interiors more through installation and styling. “We did do a lot of fun artwork and decor—there was a huge wall space which became super fun to fill up,” they say. That emphasis on scale and display is echoed throughout the home, where light-filled rooms create an environment well-suited to viewing art without the space feeling overly formal.

Trevor Triano

The home sits on an oversized 9,532-square-foot lot and is all above-grade—an advantage for brightness and a more open feel—while still offering distinct zones for entertaining and everyday routines, along with convenience to downtown Aspen.

“There are so many things that make this property unique—the oversized lot, all above-grade living, purposeful great spaces, and the indoor pool, on one of the best streets in the West End, private and quiet yet steps from the Aspen Institute.”
– Melanie Muss, Douglas Elliman

Inside, the layout includes two living rooms, a dedicated media room, and an indoor resistance pool, a rare feature that supports year-round use. The backyard adds a six-person sauna, extending the home’s wellness amenities beyond the main interior. One bedroom includes a separate entrance and kitchenette, offering flexibility for guests.

Trevor Triano

The sellers’ favorite features involve “the architectural nostalgia,” as well as “the light” and “the lines in the house,” and call out specific details such as “the floating 70’s staircase,” “the second-floor high ceilings,”and the home’s organization in “the kids wing” and “the parents’ wing.”

Michael Chilcoat

Outdoor space is part of the long-term appeal as well. The sellers point to “the lovely yard with the Tiehack/Highlands (skiing, snowshoeing/hiking) views behind the house,” and they emphasize “the huge potential long term,” positioning the property as a lasting West End foothold with flexibility, privacy, separation, and amenities designed for repeat seasons in Aspen.