1569 High Street
Denver, CO 80218
2074 sqft | 4 beds | 2.25 baths | 0.11 acres | #5709148
Description
Step into this meticulously restored 1890 Victorian masterpiece in City Park West, once home to Barney Lancelot Ford, a pioneering entrepreneur. Barney Ford is recognized with a stain glass portrait in the CO State Capital. This 4-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,074-sq-ft gem on a 4,687-sq-ft lot blends historic elegance with modern luxury, perfect for professionals, history enthusiasts, or Airbnb hosts. A front-yard plaque (Historic Denver, 2024) celebrates Ford’s legacy, ideal for guest storytelling or historians diving into local archives.Classic Charm, Modern Comfort: Revel in 1890s marquetry floors, restored original windows flooding rooms with light, ceiling fans, and fresh paint. A new $26K heat pump (20-year transferable warranty), updated plumbing, and electrical systems ensure efficiency, while a chef’s kitchen with premium appliances is perfect for business dinners or guest feasts. Newly remodeled bathrooms dazzle with modern fixtures, and a smart thermostat, smart locks, advanced security system, and new smoke/CO alarms deliver low-maintenance living or guest-ready rentals. Outdoor Sanctuary: A smart sprinkler system nurtures a professionally landscaped English rose garden and yard, blooming spring to fall. Unwind in a backyard oasis with a large matching shed for storage or a workshop, a gazebo on the deck with a patio umbrella, and two matched outdoor patio stone seating areas, all framed by a wrought iron fence, a serene retreat for professionals or a charming guest experience.Prime Location (Walk Score 87, Bike Score 92, Transit Score 56): Close proximity to 17 Ave’s “Restaurant Row,” Ogden Theatre, Denver Botanic Gardens, Denver Zoo ,Tattered Cover Bookstore, Cheesman Park, Bluebird Theater & more. At $1M, live Denver’s vibrant lifestyle, preserve history with support from History Colorado, or tap into short-term rental demand with smart tech, modern upgrades, and proximity to Colfax’s buzz and top attractions.
Property Details
- InteriorBuilt-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen
- Lot DescriptionHistorical District, Irrigated, Level, Many Trees, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Utility FeaturesCable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available
- BasementCellar, Exterior Entry, Partial
- Elementary SchoolCole Arts And Science Academy
- Property SubtypeSingle Family Residence
- SubdivisionCity Park West
- Middle SchoolWhittier E-8
- Sewer InformationPublic Sewer
- Original List Price$1,000,000
- Property TypePurchase
- School DistrictDenver 1
- MLS #5709148
- Cost1000000
- MLS #5709148
- Utility SourcePublic
- CountyDenver
- Taxes Annual$3,417
- FoundationBlock
- Structure TypeHouse
- Bathrooms2.25
- Acres0.11
- Square Feet2074
- Year Built1890
- High SchoolEast
- Fireplaces1
- Bedrooms4
- Full Baths1
- Half Baths1
- 3/4 Baths1
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Listing Agent: Kathleen Haas (#REC55053354), Phone: 970-531-7448, Email: KathyHaas@coloradorealty4less.co
Listing Office: Colorado Realty 4 Less, LLC (#RECCORE4)
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