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1540 S Forest Street
Denver, 80222
FOR
SALE
$560,000
Active
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
Garage
2,518
Sq.Ft.
0.16
Acres
MLS# 2992774
Cumulative Days on Market: Less than 1 (since January 26th, 2025) Data provided by the MLS.

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* * 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 homes 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 dont 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!

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Property Highlights

Price
$560,000
Property Type
Residential
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Architectural Style
Traditional
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
2
Living Area
1,644
Price / Sq Ft
$341
Acres
0.16
Year Built
1955
Condition
Fixer

Location

County
Denver
Direction Faces
West
Subdivision
Virginia Village
Zoning
S-SU-D

Property Details

Condition
Fixer
Price
$560,000
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Property Type
Residential

Building

Levels
One
Structure Type
House
Total Area
2,518

Community

Local Schools

Elementary School
Ellis
High School
Thomas Jefferson
Middle School
Merrill
School District
Denver 1

Interior Features

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

3/4 Bathrooms
1
Bathrooms on Main Level
1
Bedrooms
3
Bedrooms on Main Level
2
Full Bathrooms
1
Total Bathrooms
2

Rooms and Basement

Basement Features
Full
Has Basement
Yes

Area and Spaces

Above Grade Finished Area
1,259
Below Grade Finished Area
385
Living Area
1,644

Appliances

Appliances
Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features

Fireplace Features
Living Room
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Heating and Cooling

Fireplaces
1
Heating Features
Forced Air

Building Details

Construction

Architectural Style
Traditional
Year Built
1955

Materials

Construction Materials
Brick, Frame
Roof
Composition

Terms

Terms

Exclusions
Portable Air Conditioner, personal property
Ownership
Agent Owner
Special Conditions
None
Special Terms
Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Taxes

Tax

Tax (Annual)
$3,446

Heating, Cooling & Utilities

Cooling Features
Evaporative Cooling

Utilities

Sewer
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public

Lot

Acres
0.16
Lot Features
Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Lot Size
6,900
Lot Size Area Sq Ft
6,900

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features
Covered, Front Porch

Parking

Garage Capacity
1
Parking Features
Concrete
Total Parking Spaces
3
Listed by Jpar Modern Real Estate, rjonke@jparmodernre.com, 303-433-3158.
Listing Data last updated 01/27/2025 09:00 am
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