Stunning Piney Creek Masterpiece! Luxury abounds in this former model home with upgrades galore! Grand entry with gorgeous winding staircase! Elegant living space filled with an abundance of light , custom window coverings and plantation shutters! The gourmet kitchen is complete with island, breakfast bar, newer stainless steel appliances , pantry, induction cooktop, dining area , built in desk and opens to the inviting family room! The floor plan with it's designated living and dining rooms offers a special place to gather! The main level is perfect for entertaining and daily living alike as it flows seamlessly and offers access to the amazing backyard and oversized deck! The main level of the home also boasts a large den with the ability to create a main level bedroom ensuite with full bathroom. Convenient main level laundry and a separate powder room for guests. At the top of the open circular stairway is the entrance to an exquisite primary suite! A true owner's retreat with a renovated spa like bathroom, walk in closet, sitting area with fireplace and french doors leading to an upper level deck! There are three additional spacious upper level bedrooms, one boasting an ensuite with full bath and the other two bedrooms connected by a jack n' jill bathroom with two sinks and separate shower/tub area. With over 4,000 finished sq ft this one owner home features an additional 1,600 sf of potential living space in the unfinished basement. This is an absolute gem with updated mechanical systems , window replacements, garage door replacements, recent interior paint and carpet. Outstanding opportunity in coveted Piney Creek with it's incredible amenities and area schools!
For sale
$975,000
5498 S Helena Street, Aurora, CO 80015
4beds
5,694sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
0.28 Acres Lot
$951,200 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$118/mo HOA
What's special
- 49 days
- 537
- 32
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karla Anderson 303-907-1848 karla.anderson@compass.com,
Compass - Denver
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4702154
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Luxurious Primary Suite; Tray Ceilings With Hardwood Floors
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Upper Level Bedroom #4 Ensuite
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Walk In Closet Bedroom #2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom #3
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Description: Main Level Full Bathroom Adjacent To Office; Potential For 5th Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Description: Renovated Spa Like Primary Bath
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Description: Elegant Powder Room
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Description: Upper Level Bedroom Ensuite
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Description: Jack N' Jill Bath With Separate Door To Shower
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Description: Primary Suite Sitting Room With Firepalce And Custom Built In Cabinetry
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Description: Custom Window Coverings
Family room
- Description: Multiple Built In's Open To Kitchen
Kitchen
- Description: Large Kitchen With Island And Breakfast Bar
Laundry
- Description: Sink And Abundant Cabinetry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Description: Vaulted And Light Filled
- Level: Main
Office
- Description: Built In Shelves; Adjacent To Full Bathroom; Possible Bedroom #5 If Closet Added
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, High Ceilings, Jack & Jill Bathroom, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite, Smart Thermostat, Smoke Free, Solid Surface Counters, Tile Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings, Window Treatments
- Basement: Cellar,Interior Entry,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,694
- Total interior livable area: 5,694 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,078
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 033580460
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 1997
Details
- Builder name: Richmond American Homes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Video Doorbell
- Subdivision: Piney Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Park, Playground, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Recycling, Trash
- HOA fee: $70 monthly
- HOA name: Piney Creek Maintenance
- HOA phone: 303-369-1800
- Second HOA fee: $48 monthly
- Second HOA name: Piney Creek Recreation
- Second HOA phone: 303-369-1800
Location
- Region: Centennial
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $933,700
- Annual tax amount: $6,071
- Date on market: 7/25/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Jumbo,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property And Staging Items.
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$951,200
$904,000 - $999,000
$4,637/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000+121.1%$171/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #4702154 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/1999 | Sold | $441,000$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,117 +12.4% | $58,356 -93.3% |
| 2024 | $4,553 +20.6% | $874,100 +1378.2% |
| 2023 | $3,775 -0.4% | $59,133 +32.6% |
| 2022 | $3,789 | $44,585 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $45,868 -2.3% |
| 2020 | $3,919 -12.4% | $46,955 |
| 2019 | $4,475 | $46,955 +10.7% |
| 2018 | $4,475 +1.7% | $42,422 |
| 2017 | $4,400 | $42,422 +4.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $40,628 |
| 2015 | -- | $40,628 +10.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $36,632 +2.5% |
| 2013 | $4,275 | $35,730 |
| 2012 | -- | $35,730 |
| 2011 | $4,799 +1.8% | $35,730 -9.5% |
| 2010 | $4,712 -0.7% | $39,470 |
| 2009 | $4,743 | $39,470 -0.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $39,514 |
| 2007 | -- | $39,514 +4.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $37,754 |
| 2005 | -- | $37,754 -10.6% |
| 2002 | $4,666 +9.5% | $42,210 +17.1% |
| 2001 | $4,263 | $36,050 |
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Neighborhood: 80015
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Indian Ridge
- Middle: Laredo
- High: Smoky Hill
- 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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