MAIN FLOOR LIVING IN DAM EAST! Dam East is known for it's beautiful layout, parks, trails, amenities, and low HOA fee. This floorplan features a rare main floor primary bedroom with 3/4 ensuite and walk-in closet. Prefer an upstairs primary? The second floor boasts a huge additional bedroom to give you that flexibility! Enjoy the open feel as you walk in the door, greeted by vaulted ceilings, clear sightlines, and lovely natural light. Freshly updated with new LVP floors, new carpet, new interior and exterior paint, and several new vanities and fixtures - this home is move-in ready! The kitchen has been tastefully updated to maximize function, with newer cabinets, additional cabinet space, granite counters, stainless appliances, and vented hood. Step out back to find a concrete patio and a blank canvas of a backyard, ready for your personal touch. Downstairs, the finished basement expands your options — whether you need a second living area, guest space, gym, or home office. The low HOA fees grant you access to the community pool, tennis and pickleball courts, clubhouse, parks, greenbelt trails, and all the wonderful events hosted by the Dam East neighborhood. Located in Circle 3, it's hard to beat this home's easy access to I25/225, DTC, Denver, shopping, groceries, and more - bus lines and light rail are both nearby! Highly rated Cherry Creek schools, fantastic neighbors and neighborhood, and prime location - this home has it all - hurry to make this home yours!
Sold for $495,000
$495,000
12256 E Bates Circle, Aurora, CO 80014
4beds
2,178sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
5,009 Square Feet Lot
$483,400 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$3,164 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Michael Surges 303-981-7872 michael.surges@compass.com,
Compass - Denver,
Kathleen Surges 303-981-6170,
Compass - Denver
Bought with:
Andrew MacArthur, 100083030
Equity Colorado Real Estate
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 5299982
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Great As An Extra Bedroom Or A Study.
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Bedroom
- Description: Large Upstairs Bedroom With Wall Closet.
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Bedroom
- Description: Huge Upstairs Bedroom! Great For A Second Primary. New Carpet, Large Wall Closet.
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bathroom
- Description: New Vanity, Attached To The Spacious Main Floor Master.
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Primary Suite
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 14
Bathroom
- Description: Large Tub, Updated.
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Bathroom
- Description: New Sconces, New Vanity.
- Level: Upper
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Other
- Description: Main Floor Primary! New Carpet, Ensuite Bath, Walk-In Closet.
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Bonus room
- Description: Mostly Finished Basement - Storage, Rec Room, Study, Or More!
- Level: Basement
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 20
Dining room
- Description: New Lvp Floors, Open To Family Room.
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Family room
- Description: New Lvp Floors, Vaulted Ceilings, Great Sunlight, Open Concept, New Entry Fixture.
- Level: Main
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 20
Kitchen
- Description: Fully Updated - Stainless Appliances, Extra Cabinetry, Wood Floors, Granite Counters. Large Pantry.
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Laundry
- Description: Unfinished Laundry Room. Storage / Utility Room.
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Evaporative Cooling
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls,No One Above,No One Below
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,178
- Total interior livable area: 2,178 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,818
- Finished area below ground: 142
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Ground
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 5,009 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level, Master Planned
Details
- Parcel number: 031302706
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1973
Details
- Builder name: Writer Homes
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 110V, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Dam East
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Garden Area, Park, Parking, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Trail(s)
- Services included: Reserve Fund, Maintenance Grounds, Recycling, Trash
- HOA fee: $140 monthly
- HOA name: Dam East Homeowners Association
- HOA phone: 855-289-6007
Location
- Region: Aurora
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $509,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,253
- Date on market: 7/4/2025
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: None
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $495,000-1%$227/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Pending sale | $500,000$230/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2025 | Price change | $500,000-2.9%$230/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Price change | $515,000-1.9%$236/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000$241/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Pending sale | $525,000$241/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 7/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+272.3%$241/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #5299982 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/1995 | Sold | $141,000$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,253 +13.4% | $31,825 -10.1% |
| 2024 | $1,986 +46.2% | $35,410 -10.3% |
| 2023 | $1,358 -26.3% | $39,474 +53.6% |
| 2022 | $1,843 | $25,702 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $26,441 -4.3% |
| 2020 | $1,961 +7.1% | $27,642 |
| 2019 | $1,831 | $27,642 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $1,831 -22% | $24,919 |
| 2017 | $2,348 | $24,919 +22.7% |
| 2016 | -- | $20,314 |
| 2015 | -- | $20,314 +33.3% |
| 2014 | $2,061 +11.8% | $15,235 -10.5% |
| 2013 | $1,843 | $17,030 |
| 2012 | -- | $17,030 |
| 2011 | $1,319 +2.7% | $17,030 +0.2% |
| 2010 | $1,285 -12.4% | $17,000 |
| 2009 | $1,466 | $17,000 -11.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $19,184 |
| 2007 | -- | $19,184 +1.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $18,953 |
| 2005 | -- | $18,953 +3% |
| 2002 | $1,356 +13.5% | $18,400 +19.6% |
| 2001 | $1,195 | $15,380 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Dam East
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Polton Community Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Prairie Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Overland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Polton
- Middle: Prairie
- High: Overland
- District: Cherry Creek 5
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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