Perfectly positioned in Denver's historic Curtis Park/Five Points/Whittier neighborhoods, 2808 California Street offers the best of city living with timeless character, thoughtful updates, and exceptional flexibility. Just minutes from the RiNo Arts District, Downtown Denver, Coors Field, Union Station, light rail, acclaimed restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and local galleries, this home places some of Denver's most sought-after destinations nearby.
Inside, you'll find an open and inviting floor plan filled with natural light, rich hardwood floors, and spaces designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring a spacious island with seating, abundant workspace, and plumbing already in place for a gas rangemaking it equally suited for weeknight dinners or hosting friends.
Upstairs, the generous primary suite feels like a private retreat with soaring vaulted ceilings and oversized windows that flood the room with natural light. The ensuite bath offers double vanities, skylights, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower with a window that brings the outdoors in.
The home has also received significant recent improvements that provide lasting value and peace of mind. Approximately 80,000 in structural enhancements have been completed under the guidance of a structural engineer to preserve the integrity of this historic residence. Additional recent upgrades include: brand-new carpet, newer HVAC, water heater, basement plumbing, main water line, installed by city of Denver, well as a new roof and new gutters (2026).
During the current ownership, it has operated as a successful Airbnb, generating more than six figures in gross revenue, creating an exceptional opportunity for those interested in house hacking, investment potential, or supplemental income.
For sale
$689,000
2808 California Street, Denver, CO 80205
3beds
1,815sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1894
3,160 Square Feet Lot
$685,000 Zestimate®
$380/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alexandria Reed 720-255-3343 alex@elevatecollection.co,
Compass - Denver,
Kelly Turk 720-289-9475,
Compass - Denver
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 5833198
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Smoke Free, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,815
- Total interior livable area: 1,815 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,606
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Details: Off Street Spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 3,160 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 227615010
- Zoning: U-RH-2.5
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Year built: 1894
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Whittier
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Denver
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $380/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $707,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,463
- Date on market: 7/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property And Staging Items
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$685,000
$651,000 - $719,000
$3,340/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $689,000+96.9%$380/sqft |
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| 6/21/2022 | Sold | $350,000+150%$193/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/31/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2004 | Sold | $140,000$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,388 -3.1% | $43,720 -6.7% |
| 2023 | $3,497 +3.6% | $46,850 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $3,375 +10.7% | $43,970 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $3,049 +2.9% | $45,230 +10.1% |
| 2020 | $2,963 +22.9% | $41,091 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $2,411 | $41,378 +32.7% |
| 2018 | $2,411 +0.3% | $31,170 |
| 2017 | $2,404 +5.5% | $31,170 +6.9% |
| 2016 | $2,278 +24.4% | $29,160 |
| 2015 | $1,831 0% | $29,160 +32.2% |
| 2014 | $1,832 +28.8% | $22,050 +10.5% |
| 2012 | $1,423 +4.9% | $19,950 +0% |
| 2011 | $1,356 +2.2% | $19,948 -2.1% |
| 2010 | $1,327 +36% | $20,370 |
| 2009 | $976 -0.2% | $20,370 -9.7% |
| 2008 | $977 +33% | $22,570 |
| 2007 | $735 -41.4% | $22,570 +19.2% |
| 2006 | $1,254 +42.9% | $18,940 |
| 2005 | $877 +3.7% | $18,940 +35.4% |
| 2003 | $846 +1.9% | $13,990 -1% |
| 2002 | $830 | $14,130 +61.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $8,740 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Five Points
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Whittier K-8 SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
- 3/10University Preparatory SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gilpin
- Middle: Morey
- High: East
- 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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- Colorado
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- Five Points
- 2808 California Street





