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1540 S Forest Street

Denver, CO 80222

3 beds
2 baths
1,644 sqft
6,900 sqft lot
$340 per sqft
1955 build
– on site

**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!

Listing courtesy of JPAR Modern Real Estate

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 27, 2025 •

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The Building

Year Built:

1955
Direction Faces:

West
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Construction Materials:

Brick, Frame
Structure Type:

House
Exterior Features:

Private Yard
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered, Front Porch
Security Features:

Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Roof:

Composition
Basement:

true
Levels:

One
Building Area Total:

2518
Building Area Source:

Public Records
Above Grade Finished Area:

1259
Below Grade Finished Area:

385
Property Attached:

false

Interior

Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Living Room

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1644

Location

Latitude:

39.68894333
Longitude:

-104.92724942

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

6194-03-013
Property Condition:

Fixer
Zoning:

S-SU-D
Lot Features:

Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Lot Size Area:

6900
Lot Size Acres:

0.16
Lot Size SqFt:

6900
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Exclusions:

Portable Air Conditioner, personal property

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

3446
Tax Legal Description:

THE S 54FT OF L 3 & THE N 11FT OF L 4 BLK 1 VIRGINIA VILLAGEFLG NO 4

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Main Level Bedrooms:

2
Basement Level Bedrooms:

1

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

1
Main Level Baths:

1
Basement Level Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Cooling:

Evaporative Cooling

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Included:

Yes
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

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

Schools

Elementary School:

Ellis
Elementary School District:

Denver 1
Middle Or Junior School:

Merrill
Middle Or Junior School District:

Denver 1
High School:

Thomas Jefferson
High School District:

Denver 1

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Virginia Village
Senior Community:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Total:

3
Parking Features:

Concrete
Attached Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$560,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,998
Taxes	$287
Insurance	$154
Utilities	$143 See report
Total	$3,582/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in Near Southeast Denver, Denver, CO 80222 is currently for sale for $560,000. 1540 S Forest Street is a 1,644 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 2 days. 1540 S Forest Street is in the Near Southeast Denver neighborhood of Denver and has a WalkScore® of 70, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Merrill Middle School, Ellis Elementary School, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

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