Rare chance to own a piece of history! The Governor Carr Residence is a Landmark treasure in the heart of the 7th Ave Historic District w/ charming original details throughout & many high-end updates for today's living carefully selected to honor the history of the home. This gorgeous wide-stance Denver Square sits high above the street w/ a fenced-in front yard & stunning front porch featuring a mosaic tile floor, sturdy Corinthian columns & blonde brick. The home is welcoming with quartersawn oak floors, crown molding, built-ins & original leaded and stained glass windows throughout. A wood-burning fireplace in the living room adds to the cozy ambiance provided by in-floor radiant heat. The kitchen was lovingly remolded and features a Wolf gas cooktop, Sub-Zero refrigerator, custom vent hood, painted Farrow & Ball Green Smoke cabinetry, soapstone countertops & unlacquered brass fixtures. The kitchen is open to a striking sunroom conditioned for year-round comfort & updated w/ marble tile floor & built-in banquet for informal dining. There are 5 bedrooms upstairs including a comfortable primary suite w/ a walk-in closet, decorative fireplace w/ wooden mantel & a 5-piece bathroom featuring a claw foot soaking tub, Euro-glass shower, hexagon floor tile and dual undermount sinks w/ a Carrara marble countertop. A spacious second level deck provides a quiet place to enjoy the afternoon sun. The basement in this home is fully finished w/ wood-look porcelain tile flooring, an exposed stone wall, egress windows & custom built-ins for entertainment & work-from-home space. An additional bedroom & bathroom downstairs is the perfect space for guests. This historic home is situated on a beautifully landscaped lot with lush green grass, extended Colorado red flagstone patio, bistro lighting & a brick clad 2-car garage. Enjoy weekend walks down 7th Avenue & easy access to Cheesman Park, the Botanic Gardens & Cherry Creek. This home is truly move-in ready with no work to be done!
Sold for $1,940,000
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$1,940,000
747 N Downing Street, Denver, CO 80218
6beds
3,970sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
5,730 Square Feet Lot
$1,866,900 Zestimate®
$489/sqft
$7,242 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,866,900
$1.74M - $2.00M
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Blonde brickCarrara marble countertopLush green grassEgress windowsDecorative fireplaceCustom built-insIn-floor radiant heat
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Listed by:
Leigh Wilbanks 303-884-9166 LEIGH@REDDOORDENVER.COM,
Compass - Denver
Bought with:
Debra Fagan, 40033788
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 8459947
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Walk-In Closet, En-Suite Bathroom, Decorative Fireplace With Frame Tv Hook-Up, Leaded Glass Corner And Oval Windows, In-Ceiling Speakers,
- Level: Upper
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Bedroom
- Description: Built-In Shelving, Leaded Glass Corner Window, Wallpaper
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom
- Description: Farrow & Ball Paint, Private 2nd Level Deck
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom
- Description: Built-In Window Seat, Closet, Supplemental Mini-Split
- Level: Upper
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Bedroom
- Description: Skylight, Closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom
- Description: Egress Window, Porcelain Tile Flooring, In-Ceiling Speakers,
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Primary bathroom
- Description: Claw Foot Soaking Tub, Radiant In-Floor Heat, Hexagon Floor Tile, Dual Vanity With Carrara Marble Countertop, Euro-Glass Shower, Water Closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bathroom
- Description: Whimsical Wall Paper, Wall Mounted Sink
- Level: Main
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3 x 4
Bathroom
- Description: Classic Finishes
- Level: Upper
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 8
Bathroom
- Description: Euro-Glass Shower, In-Ceiling Rain Shower Head, Black Tile, Stone Shower Floor
- Level: Basement
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Dining room
- Description: Open To Living Room And Sunroom, Crown Molding, Leaded Glass Windows
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Family room
- Description: Exposed Stone Wall, Egress Windows, In-Ceiling Speakers, Recessed Lighting, Porcelain Tile Flooring, Custom Built-In Desk And Media Center
- Level: Basement
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 27
Kitchen
- Description: Custom Vent Hood, Wolf Gas Cooktop, Sub-Zero Refrigerator, Farrow & Ball Painted Cabinets, New Open Shelving, Soapstone Countertops, Apron Sink, Rejuvenation Unlacquered Brass Fixtures
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Laundry
- Description: Custom Built-In Shelving/Rod, Washer And Dryer (2024) Included
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 10
Living room
- Description: Wood-Burning Fireplace, Built-Ins, Crown Molding, Leaded Glass Windows
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Office
- Description: Leaded Glass Windows, Crown Molding, Hardwood Flooring
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Sun room
- Description: New Checkerboard Marble Tile Floor, Custom Built-In Banquette, Double-Pane Windows, New Supplemental Mini-Split For Year-Round Comfort, In-Ceiling Speakers, Recessed Lighting
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 20
Heating
- Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, Marble Counters, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,970
- Total interior livable area: 3,970 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,945
- Finished area below ground: 965
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Lighting, Private Yard
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 5,730 sqft
- Features: Historical District, Level, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Parcel number: 502323026
- Zoning: U-SU-B
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Denver Square
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Video Doorbell
Location
- Region: Denver
- Subdivision: Country Club
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Jumbo,VA Loan
- Ownership: Individual
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $1,940,000-10.8%$489/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8459947 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Pending sale | $2,175,000$548/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8459947 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,175,000+7.4%$548/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8459947 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2022 | Sold | $2,025,000+58.8%$510/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2019 | Sold | $1,275,000+6.3%$321/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2019 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$302/sqft |
Source: LIV Sotheby's International Realty #1676451 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+130.8%$302/sqft |
Source: LIV Sotheby's International Realty #1676451 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2003 | Sold | $520,000+9.9%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2000 | Sold | $473,000+37.1%$119/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/1998 | Sold | $345,000+23.2%$87/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/1996 | Sold | $280,000+43.6%$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/1993 | Sold | $195,000$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,435 +6.2% | $95,950 -3.6% |
| 2023 | $6,998 +3.6% | $99,580 +13.2% |
| 2022 | $6,754 +7.7% | $88,000 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $6,272 +2.9% | $90,520 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $6,096 +9.4% | $84,535 -0.7% |
| 2019 | $5,570 | $85,125 +18.2% |
| 2018 | $5,570 +0.3% | $72,000 |
| 2017 | $5,554 -11% | $72,000 -9.8% |
| 2016 | $6,238 0% | $79,840 |
| 2015 | $6,241 0% | $79,840 +6.3% |
| 2014 | $6,243 +9.3% | $75,140 |
| 2013 | $5,710 +31.6% | $75,140 +10.6% |
| 2012 | $4,340 +49.8% | $67,920 +55.2% |
| 2006 | $2,898 +12% | $43,770 |
| 2005 | $2,588 -1.4% | $43,770 +6% |
| 2003 | $2,624 +1.9% | $41,300 -5.8% |
| 2002 | $2,575 | $43,840 +26.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $34,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Dora Moore ECE - 8th Grade SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Morey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dora Moore
- 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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