$603,000
SOLD FEB 26, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,644 Sq Ft
6,900 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$367 Per Sq Ft

8% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Private Yard
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Merrill Middle School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of February 2025

**MLS Listing: 1540 S Forest Street, Denver, CO**

Nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Virginia Village neighborhood, this charming brick ranch at 1540 S Forest Street offers an incredible opportunity to create the home of your dreams. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,800 square feet of living space, this home is brimming with potential and waiting for your personal touch.

The classic brick exterior boasts timeless curb appeal, while the interior provides a blank canvas to customize to your unique style. The main level includes a spacious living room with large windows that flood the space with natural light, a cozy dining area, and a functional kitchen ready for a modern makeover. The hardwood floors throughout the home are ready to shine again with a little TLC.

The full basement offers endless possibilities, from creating additional living or entertaining space to a home gym, office, or guest suite. The home’s oversized backyard, complete with mature trees, provides a serene outdoor retreat and plenty of space for gardening, entertaining, or expansion.

While the home retains its original charm, it presents a fantastic opportunity for an investor, first-time buyer, or DIY enthusiast looking to add significant value. With the right updates and vision, this property could easily become one of the premier homes in the neighborhood.

Virginia Village is known for its tree-lined streets, friendly community vibe, and convenient location. You'll enjoy being minutes from Cherry Creek, parks, shopping, dining, and easy access to downtown Denver.

Don't miss out on this diamond in the rough – opportunities like this in Virginia Village don’t come along often. With a little imagination and effort, you can transform this home into a showstopper. Schedule your showing today and start envisioning the possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ryan Jonke

JPAR Modern Real Estate Brokerage Email: RJonke@JPARModernRe.com,303-433-3158 License #40025593

JPAR Modern Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Vera Khristenko

HomeSmart License #100073573

HomeSmart

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,446

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 6,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned S-SU-D

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Fixer Upper
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms | 2 Main Level Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Bedroom in Basement
  • 1 Bedroom in Basement

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Ellis Elementary School
  • Merrill Middle School
  • Thomas Jefferson High School

Utilities

  • Evaporated cooling system
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Virginia Village Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Portable Air Conditioner, personal property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 6194-03-013

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,446

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Structure Type: House
  • Levels: One
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1259
  • Exclusions: Portable Air Conditioner, personal property
  • Living Area: 1644
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • SubdivisionName: Virginia Village
  • Ownership: Agent Owner
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • REC_BasementLevelBathrooms: 1
  • REC_BasementLevelBedrooms: 1
  • REC_BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 874.00
  • REC_RVSpaces: 0
  • REC_UpperLevelBathrooms: 0
  • REC_UpperLevelBedrooms: 0
  • REC_WaterIncludedYN: 1
  • Ratio Close Price By Original Li: 1.07679
  • Attribution Contact: RJonke@JPARModernRe.com,303-433-3158
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Yes
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 385
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Direction Faces: West
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Patio and Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Concrete
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3
  • REC_ParkingCount: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Association/Amenities

  • REC_AssociationFee2Annual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFee3Annual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFeeAnnual: 0.00
  • REC_AssociationFeeTotalAnnual: 0.00
  • REC_MultipleAssociationsYN: 0

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Merrill

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 6194-03-013
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Building Area Total: 2518
  • Lot Features: Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6900
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3446

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Ellis
  • High School: Thomas Jefferson

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/26/2025 02/26/25 Sold $603,000 +7.7% $367 / Sq Ft
01/26/2025 01/26/25 For Sale $560,000 -- $341 / Sq Ft
Source: REcolorado®

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,522 $44,470 $14,320 $30,150
2023 $3,446 $44,470 $14,320 $30,150
2022 $2,757 $34,670 $18,680 $15,990
2021 $2,662 $35,670 $19,220 $16,450
2020 $2,224 $29,970 $14,410 $15,560
2019 $2,161 $29,970 $14,410 $15,560
2018 $2,135 $27,600 $9,190 $18,410
2017 $2,129 $27,600 $9,190 $18,410
2016 $2,009 $24,630 $6,416 $18,214
2015 $1,924 $24,630 $6,416 $18,214
2014 $1,569 $18,890 $6,416 $12,474
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $603,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $202,000 Landamerica
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: REcolorado®

MLS Number: 2992774

REcolorado®

APN: 6194-03-013