1203 S 2nd Street, Montrose, CO 81401

Looking for a charming home in Montrose? Look no further! This eye-catching corner lot has an inviting historic two-story home that features a beautiful exterior with delightful curb appeal. Built in 1913, this 2,561 square foot, Cape Cod style home has 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms PLUS a bonus flex room that could be used as an office or a 6th bedroom. The 240 sq ft front porch and mudroom in the back of the home add even more living space. The main level has a large and expansive floor plan opening into the living room and flowing into the spacious dining room boasting the beautiful double-paned argon gas windows (which are throughout the house), topped with the original beveled glass windows. Once in the bright and airy kitchen, notice the amount of storage the custom Schuler kitchen cabinets offer, new appliances, new hardware, and new faucet. Ample Corian countertops offer a lot of workspace along with the functional island all around the breakfast nook that is surrounded by windows with a view into the backyard. Off the kitchen is a second living space, followed by 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a space for storage under the stairs. Once up the original hardwood stairs you will see more of the original hardwood flooring and will come upon a beautiful and window filled space. The landing is a bright open flex space with more double-paned argon gas windows. Upstairs is home to 3 very large bedrooms each with large closets, plus a library/office/bonus room, landing, and a full bath. There are 2 washers and 1 dryer in laundry room which is in the basement and has a ton of storage, including a room that has the old coal shoot for the old coal stove (non-functioning) In the backyard you will find a large, fenced in back yard with sprinkler fed lawn, including a swing set and playhouse/ chicken coop. Don't miss the garden areas complete with white raspberries, beautiful rose bushes, herb garden, apple tree, tulips, irises, columbines, and more! Plenty of street parking, plus a detached garage which is the original carriage house. Most recent updates include a new roof by JV Roofers, new carpet, light fixtures and remodeled upstairs bath (new vanity, flooring, and shiplap) in 2024. New kitchen appliances and newly painted cabinet exterior in 2023. Some of Montrose’s founding fathers called this house their home, as well as prominent bankers and businessmen including J.F. Warren. An updated house of this quality and vintage rarely comes available on the market, come take a tour today!