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521 W Main St

Florence, CO 81226

2 beds
2 baths
1,041 sqft
3,500 sqft lot
$185 per sqft
1888 build
– on site

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This charming 2-bedroom 1.5-bath historic home offers the best of both worlds-original character seamlessly blended with thoughtful updates for modern living. Great first home or addition to an STR or long-term rental portfolio. Situated only 2 blocks from Florence's quaint downtown brimming with great restaurants, coffee shops, art galleries and antiques, this 1888 gem has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its classic appeal. Major updates are completed, so you can enjoy the charm without the big expenses. Main level has an open layout stretching from the original front picture window to the new French doors that open onto a spacious patio and backyard enclosed by new cedar fencing, with room behind the fencing gates for off street parking for 2 vehicles. Backyard is ready for your landscaping vision, garden, entertaining or even RV parking with gates allowing 12' of access from the alley. Inside, the living and dining rooms show off brand new laminate wood flooring that complements the existing hardwood. A spacious main bath boasts new tile and flooring along with washer/dryer hookups, while the convenient half bath has a fully modern design. The South bedroom features mountain views and a stunning pine tongue-and-groove ceiling with skylight, the front bedroom has a darling built-in desk, which could also double as a vanity. Additional significant updates include new 200-amp electric panel, modern Romex wiring, complete new underground gas main, new main interior water lines and updated PVC sewer piping as well as a serviced furnace, ensuring a worry-free experience for years to come. With restored brickwork ready for either a return to natural brick or repainting, the home is a historic standout. This home is a fantastic value for those looking to step into a piece of local history with a few final upgrades left for you to personalize. Don't miss this opportunity to own a unique property in an unbeatable downtown location-ready for a quick close!

Listing courtesy of IRES

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 12, 2025 •

MLS# 6435725 —

The Building

Year Built:

1888
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick/Brick Veneer
Stories:

2
Levels:

Two
Roof:

Composition
Building Area Total:

1041
Total SqFt:

1041
Above Grade Finished Area:

1041

Interior

Living Room Level:

Main
Kitchen Level:

Main
Dining Room Level:

Main

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1041
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Living Room Area:

204
Living Room Length:

17
Living Room Width:

12
Kitchen Length:

13
Kitchen Area:

156
Kitchen Width:

12
Dining Room Area:

210
Dining Room Length:

15
Dining Room Width:

14
Master Bedroom Area:

135
Master Bedroom Width:

9
Master Bedroom Length:

15
Bedroom 2 Area:

180
Bedroom 2 Length:

15
Bedroom 2 Width:

12

Location

Directions:

Head East on Hwy 50. Turn Right onto Mackenzie Avenue. Turn Left onto State Hwy 115. Turn Right onto Frazier. Turn Left onto Main Street. The home will be on your Right. 521 Main Street Florence.
Coordinates:

-105.125, 38.390999
Latitude:

38.390999
Longitude:

-105.125

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential-Detached
Lot Size Acres:

0.08
Lot Size SqFt:

3500
Lot Size Area:

3500
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Exclusions:

Seller's Personal Property
Horse:

false
Fencing:

Partial
Water Source:

City Water
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

401

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedroom 2 Level:

Upper
Master Bedroom Level:

Upper

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Private Owner

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true

Utilities

Utilities:

Electricity Available
Electric:

Electric
Sewer:

City Sewer

Appliances

Appliances:

Refrigerator

Schools

Elementary School:

Fremont
Middle Or Junior School:

Fremont
High School:

Florence
High School District:

Fremont RE-2

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Greens JW Detached
Senior Community:

false
Spa:

false
Association:

false

Parking

Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

false
Garage Type:

Off Street
Garage Spaces:

2
Covered Spaces:

2

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Utility Costs

$163/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
12/2/24 Dec 2, 2024	Sold	IRES	$192,900	-1.0%
11/12/24 Nov 12, 2024	Pending	IRES	$194,900
11/7/24 Nov 7, 2024	Listed / Active	IRES	$194,900

House Sold on 12/2/2024

$192,900

Listing provided by broker:

Deena Vines

vineshomes719@gmail.com

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521 W Main St

Florence, CO 81226