Welcome to 1996 S Downing Street — a beautifully updated Denver home in the heart of Platt Park, offering walkability, charm, and modern livability. This property blends classic character with thoughtful updates and improvements, creating a move in ready home just minutes from DU, Pearl Street dining, Harvard Gulch Park, and light rail. Inside, you’ll find bright living spaces, an efficient layout, and well appointed finishes throughout. The granite countertops, under-cabinet lighting, and SS appliances in the kitchen add to the polished, modern aesthetic and make everyday cooking feel effortless. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, adding warmth, character, and easy everyday living. The home opens to a spacious, fully finished basement that expands your livable square footage with a large family room, private bedroom, updated bath, and flexible space for guests, work, or recreation. Updates include newer interior paint, carpet, windows, blinds, ELFA closets and newer doors throughout. Major improvements add peace of mind: a brand-new sewer line, new sod, updated landscaping, and a recently stained fence. Outside, the backyard is a true highlight — fully fenced with mature trees, fresh landscaping, and plenty of room for dining, pets, gardening, or simply enjoying Colorado evenings. It’s the perfect blend of indoor comfort and outdoor living. The home sits on a desirable corner of South Downing, providing quick access to parks, trails, shops, and some of Denver’s most beloved neighborhood amenities. Whether you're looking for a a centrally located Denver base, a first home or an investment property, this one delivers location, convenience, and long term value.
Sold for $795,000
$795,000
1996 S Downing Street, Denver, CO 80210
3beds
2,140sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$776,900 Zestimate®
$371/sqft
$3,594 Estimated rent
Home value
$776,900
$738,000 - $816,000
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Polished modern aestheticRecently stained fenceWell appointed finishesNew sodNewer interior paintSpacious fully finished basementSs appliances
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Listed by:
Anne Goldrick AnneGoldrick@Gmail.com,
Altitude Real Estate Services, LLC
Bought with:
Christine Nicholson, 40044355
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3080802
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 7
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 19
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Living room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 20
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Granite Counters
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,140
- Total interior livable area: 2,140 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,207
- Finished area below ground: 933
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Off Street Spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,250 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Parcel number: 526208012
- Zoning: U-SU-C
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Access (Wired), Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Denver
- Subdivision: University/Platt Park
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,Jumbo,Other
- Ownership: Individual
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $795,000$371/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3080802 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2026 | Pending sale | $795,000$371/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3080802 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $795,000+140.9%$371/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3080802 Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2010 | Sold | $330,000-2.9%$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2010 | Price change | $339,900-2.9%$159/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Cherry Creek #909955 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2010 | Listed for sale | $349,900+48.9%$164/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX of Cherry Creek #909955 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2007 | Sold | $235,000+111.7%$110/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/1995 | Sold | $111,000+23.3%$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/1993 | Sold | $90,000$42/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,370 +6.5% | $43,490 -6.7% |
| 2023 | $3,164 +3.6% | $46,630 +17.2% |
| 2022 | $3,054 +0.7% | $39,780 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $3,032 +2.9% | $40,930 +0.1% |
| 2020 | $2,947 +6.5% | $40,870 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $2,768 | $41,155 +15% |
| 2018 | $2,768 +0.3% | $35,780 |
| 2017 | $2,760 +0.3% | $35,780 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $2,752 +27.6% | $35,220 |
| 2015 | $2,157 0% | $35,220 +35.6% |
| 2014 | $2,158 +1.2% | $25,970 |
| 2013 | $2,132 +39.6% | $25,970 +2.4% |
| 2012 | $1,527 +20.1% | $25,360 +18.4% |
| 2011 | $1,272 +2.2% | $21,420 +12.1% |
| 2010 | $1,244 -10.9% | $19,100 |
| 2009 | $1,396 -0.2% | $19,100 -8.6% |
| 2008 | $1,398 +11.5% | $20,900 |
| 2007 | $1,254 +1.1% | $20,900 +11.6% |
| 2006 | $1,240 +4.9% | $18,730 |
| 2005 | $1,182 | $18,730 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: University
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Asbury Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Grant Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Asbury
- Middle: Grant
- High: South
- 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.
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