Nestled in the desirable Hilltop neighborhood with views of Cranmer Park, this Spanish Mission-style home is a true architectural gem built by G.N. Smedegaard. With its Ludowici Italian terra cotta tile roof and stunning details. Spanning over 3700 square feet, the interior showcases 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, with quarter sawn oak floors throughout the first two floors. Complete top to bottom renovation and expansion restoring this special home to its original glory with no detail overlooked. The expansive living room has oversized windows, bathing the space in natural light and highlighting the high ceilings and original restored beams. A romantic fireplace and original details including light fixtures, Batchelder tile and wrought iron balustrade/gate. Upgraded kitchen is a chef's dream, equipped with high-end appliances and cozy eat-in kitchen. This level also includes a main floor guest suite plus a powder room. Retreat to privacy on the second level, where the large primary suite awaits with a balcony, original restored bathroom and additional bedroom/office/nursery. Two additional bedrooms with two bathrooms in the lower level. The lower-level stairs and flooring are fully covered with handmade Mexican tiles. Outside, the landscaped grounds create a picturesque setting with Colorado Buff flagstone patios and walkways, wrought iron fencing, Ipe wood gates, private back yard and serene landscaped side yard. The original garage has been expanded into a heated, insulated 3-car garage with epoxy-coated floors and a 240-volt car charger. A heated custom-built shed, with large wood beams and designed to match the home’s original style, provides extra storage. Located just blocks from Robinson Park for sledding and playground and Cranmer Park where you can watch the perfect sunset. Residents love living in Hilltop with its easy access to Graland country Day and Steck Elementary and minutes to Cherry Creek North.
For sale
Price cut: $152K (8/26)
$2,498,000
178 Ash Street, Denver, CO 80220
5beds
3,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
8,850 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$670/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 187 days
- 925
- 59
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Listed by:
Marilyn Dana 303-378-1089 marilyn@marilyndana.com,
Coldwell Banker Global Luxury Denver
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 9999990
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 203 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14.5
Bedroom
- Description: Main Floor Guest Suite Or Primary W/Ensuite Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 181.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 14.5
Bedroom
- Description: Primary Suite
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
- Area: 239.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.5 x 16.5
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 166.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 14.5
Bedroom
- Description: Additional Bedroom/Office/Nursery
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 13.5
Bathroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Primary Suite
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Description: Formal Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 410.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 26.5
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant, Steam
Cooling
- Air Conditioning-Room, Evaporative Cooling
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Audio/Video Controls, Built-in Features, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Primary Suite, Quartz Counters, Smoke Free, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,728
- Total interior livable area: 3,728 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,326
- Finished area below ground: 1,402
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Floor Coating, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Lighted
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: Exterior Access
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Garden, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 8,850 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 607240001
- Zoning: E-SU-D
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Spanish
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Spanish Tile
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smart Cameras, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Hilltop
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Denver
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $670/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,097,900
- Annual tax amount: $11,315
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property, Light Fixture In The Upstairs Office Off The Primary, The Outdoor Furniture And Pots, The Mirror In The Dining Room.
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $2,498,000-5.7%$670/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Price change | $2,650,000-1.8%$711/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $2,698,000-3.5%$724/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $2,795,000-3.5%$750/sqft |
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| 4/15/2026 | Price change | $2,895,000-3.5%$777/sqft |
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| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,000,000+233.3%$805/sqft |
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| 11/11/2006 | Sold | $900,000+130.8%$241/sqft |
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| 8/2/1996 | Sold | $390,000$105/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,934 +2.2% | $147,900 +17.9% |
| 2024 | $9,719 +19.5% | $125,430 -3% |
| 2023 | $8,136 +3.6% | $129,350 +26.4% |
| 2022 | $7,854 +13% | $102,310 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $6,950 +2.9% | $105,260 +12.4% |
| 2020 | $6,755 +18.9% | $93,665 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $5,683 | $94,320 +28.4% |
| 2018 | $5,683 +0.3% | $73,460 |
| 2017 | $5,666 -5.2% | $73,460 -3.9% |
| 2016 | $5,974 +12% | $76,470 |
| 2015 | $5,333 0% | $76,470 +19.1% |
| 2014 | $5,335 -4.4% | $64,210 |
| 2013 | $5,578 +17.9% | $64,210 -3.2% |
| 2012 | $4,731 +0.4% | $66,350 |
| 2011 | $4,713 +3.1% | $66,350 -6.2% |
| 2010 | $4,570 +9.8% | $70,770 +0.9% |
| 2009 | $4,162 -0.2% | $70,150 +12.6% |
| 2008 | $4,169 +21.3% | $62,320 |
| 2007 | $3,438 +1.1% | $62,320 +21.4% |
| 2006 | $3,399 +10.5% | $51,350 |
| 2005 | $3,076 -1.2% | $51,350 -4.7% |
| 2003 | $3,115 +1.9% | $53,890 +3.6% |
| 2002 | $3,057 | $52,040 +20.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $43,170 |
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Neighborhood: Hilltop
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Steck
- Middle: Hill
- High: George Washington
- District: Denver 1
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.







