Looking for a home that doesn't just check every box—it redefines what those boxes should look like? Well, look no further! An unbeatable location that sides and backs to a greenbelt give this home ideal privacy. An oversized covered front porch greets you and the open-concept main level boasts soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and a flowing floor plan that makes everyday living feel effortless. The kitchen is a true culinary showpiece, outfitted with gorgeous quartz countertops, an oversized island, under/over cabinet lighting, double ovens, gas cooktop and a huge pantry. For entertaining, the kitchen is open to the family room and large dining area allowing everyone to gather easily. Don't miss extras such as a double sided fireplace, custom woodwork accents and the gleaming hardwood floors! Don't miss the serene Primary retreat with custom closet organization, and a luxurious 5 piece bath. There are two additional bedrooms and a nice shared 3/4 bathroom on the main level, plus a functional laundry room. If you've ever dreamed of a basement that functions as a true extension of your living space, prepare to be impressed. The full kitchen that makes it perfectly suited for hosting or serving as a self-contained living area for multi-generational families. The basement offers a wealth of versatile space that can be customized to fit your lifestyle, the possibilities here are truly endless. Outside, you will find a perfectly situated covered back patio complete with a TV for entertaining and a hot tub to enjoy the stunning Colorado evenings. The low-maintenance yard has 1 year old turf and a large upper seating area to enjoy sunsets year round. There is a built-in dog run and multiple gates to make access to the yard and surrounding trails. The oversized 3 car garage comes with abundant overhead storage and a freezer. Oh, and significantly lower taxes than surrounding neighborhoods! This home is truly stunning and turn-key.
Sold for $885,000
$885,000
7978 S Elk Way, Aurora, CO 80016
5beds
5,232sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2016
8,316 Square Feet Lot
$891,000 Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$4,228 Estimated rent
Home value
$891,000
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Double sided fireplaceHot tubOversized covered front porchCustom woodwork accentsOpen-concept main levelGas cooktopDouble ovens
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Listed by:
Shelle Pennington shelle@addisonmaxwell.com,
Addison & Maxwell
Bought with:
Laura Stewart, 40046692
HomeSmart
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 3028720
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Description: Secondary Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 142.51 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 14.11
Bedroom
- Description: Secondary Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 161.57 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.7 x 15.1
Bedroom
- Description: True Luxury - Large Enough To Accomodate Big Furniture, Plus A Walk-In Closet With Custom Closet Organizers Already In Place!
- Features: Primary Suite
- Level: Main
- Area: 295.83 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 17.1
Bedroom
- Description: Huge Secondary Bedroom With Ensuite Bath
- Level: Basement
- Area: 319.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.9 x 18.9
Bedroom
- Description: Another Secondary Bedroom Next To Another Guest 3/4 Bath
- Level: Basement
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 17
Bathroom
- Description: Private Powder Bath For Guest Use
- Level: Main
- Area: 33.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.1 x 5.5
Bathroom
- Description: Double Vanity And Separation Between Shower/Vanity Makes This A Convenient Shared Bathroom. Granite Countertops, Warm Cream Cabinets!
- Level: Main
- Area: 29.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.7 x 5.2
Bathroom
- Description: Luxurious 5-Piece Bath With Granite Countertops!
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Primary Suite
- Level: Main
- Area: 118.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.7 x 11.11
Bathroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 53.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.9 x 9.11
Bathroom
- Description: Neutral And Clean, Nice Tile
- Level: Basement
- Area: 51.62 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.8
Family room
- Description: Open To Kitchen And Dining Area With A Double Sided Fireplace And Drenched In Natural Light!
- Level: Main
- Area: 284.97 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.7 x 16.1
Family room
- Description: Space To Spread Out, Plus Room For Workout Equipment, A Play Area Or Whatever You Can Imagine!
- Level: Basement
- Area: 2119.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 51.7 x 41
Game room
- Description: The Ultimate Game Room! Use However You Would Like!
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Description: Gourmet Kitchen With Double Ovens, Gas Cooktop, A Huge Island, A Double Door Pantry, High-End Cabinetry With Pull-Outs, And Quartz Counters.
- Level: Main
- Area: 278.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 27.6
Kitchen
- Description: A Full Kitchen! White Cabs, Black Appliances, Granite Countertops!
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144.15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 9.3
Laundry
- Description: Custom Built Elevated Platform With Folding Counter, Cabinet Storage And A Linen Closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 64.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 6.4
Living room
- Description: Enter Into This Formal Living Room/Flex Space With Dry Bar! West-Facing Light
- Level: Main
- Area: 286.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.3 x 17.6
Mud room
- Description: Custom Built In Bench And Storage Cubbies
- Level: Main
- Area: 55.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 5.5
Utility room
- Description: Behind A Secret Door (Bookshelf)! Nice Storage Area, Plus Where All Av Equipment For Wired Cameras Are
- Level: Basement
- Area: 191.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.2 x 13.5
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Radon Mitigation System, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
- Basement: Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Outside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,232
- Total interior livable area: 5,232 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,616
- Finished area below ground: 2,483
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Dog Run, Gas Valve, Private Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa/Hot Tub, Heated
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 8,316 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Greenbelt, Landscaped, Open Space, Sprinklers In Front
Details
- Parcel number: 034751050
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Year built: 2016
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet Access (Wired), Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smart Cameras, Smart Locks, Smart Security System, Smoke Detector(s), Video Doorbell
- Subdivision: Ponderosa Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Park, Playground
- Services included: Trash
- HOA fee: $80 monthly
- HOA name: RowCal
Location
- Region: Aurora
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $169/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $892,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,145
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Pool Table, Shuffleboard Table, Foosball Table, Air Hockey Table, Seller's Personal Possessions.
- Ownership: Individual
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Sold | $885,000-1.6%$169/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3028720 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2026 | Pending sale | $899,000$172/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3028720 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $899,000-2.8%$172/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3028720 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2026 | Price change | $924,900-2.5%$177/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3028720 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $949,000+32.7%$181/sqft |
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #3028720 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2020 | Sold | $715,000$137/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2020 | Pending sale | $715,000$137/sqft |
Source: Equity Colorado Real Estate #2134349 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $715,000+26.3%$137/sqft |
Source: Equity Colorado Real Estate #2134349 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2016 | Sold | $565,896$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,958 +12.8% | $55,776 -4.8% |
| 2024 | $4,396 +23.9% | $58,598 -8% |
| 2023 | $3,549 -0.8% | $63,672 +41.2% |
| 2022 | $3,577 | $45,091 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $46,389 -4.8% |
| 2020 | $3,807 +3.8% | $48,749 |
| 2019 | $3,667 | -- |
| 2018 | $3,667 +14.4% | $45,814 +12.9% |
| 2017 | $3,206 | $40,594 +982.2% |
| 2016 | -- | $3,751 +3.8% |
| 2015 | -- | $3,612 -1.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $3,652 -64% |
| 2013 | $323 | $10,150 |
| 2012 | -- | $10,150 |
| 2011 | $216 -9.4% | $10,150 +288.9% |
| 2010 | $239 -58.7% | $2,610 +4.4% |
| 2009 | $578 | $2,500 -58.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $5,981 |
| 2007 | -- | $5,981 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Whispering Pines
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Black Forest Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Fox Ridge Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
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Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Black Forest Hills
- Middle: Fox Ridge
- High: Cherokee Trail
- 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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