Wow! Walking distance to the 88th and Welby road light rail station!!! And just a short drive to restaurants, K-12 schools and entertainment. Don't miss this incredible Thornton brick ranch on over 8200sqft private fenced lot. This brick fortress has over 1650sqft on the main floor and an additional 1000sqft finished in the basement. This home has many upgrades including an updated galley kitchen with maple cabinets, tall pantry for goodies, and brand new laminate flooring. Don't miss the decorative granite counters, can lights and stainless steel appliances. The massive 19 X 20 foot living room is located just off the kitchen and is great for entertaining guests or just hanging with the family. This large but cozy family room addition has easy back yard access and lots of windows to bring in lot of natural sunlight from its south west exposure and year round sunshine. Don't miss the fully finished basement with 3 additional bedrooms, one of which is over 250sqft. The finished basement includes 2 additional non-conforming bedrooms and a very convenient 3/4 bathroom for guests, family members or roommates. The one car garage is extra deep for storage or an extra long vehicle + toys or workshop. Don't miss this hard to find ranch floor plan in the center of it all. Great opportunity for both first time buyers, move-up buyers or investors looking for a long term appreciating asset.
Sold for $485,000
$485,000
8771 Franklin Street, Denver, CO 80229
5beds
2,710sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
8,176 Square Feet Lot
$514,800 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$2,786 Estimated rent
Home value
$514,800
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Ranch floor planFinished basementFully finished basementShort drive to restaurantsUpdated galley kitchenBrand new laminate flooringCozy family room addition
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jon Wells 720-271-2778 jon@abetterwayrealty.com,
A Better Way Realty
Bought with:
Angel Hernandez, 001313975
Paisano Realty, Inc.
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 9874251
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Main Floor Master Bedroom, Vinyl Windows, 6-Panel Doors, Fresh Paint
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom
- Description: 2nd Bedroom Or Guest Bed Vinyl Windows, Mirrored Closet And View Of The Back Yard
- Level: Main
- Area: 103.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 9
Bedroom
- Description: One Of Three Non-Conforming Basement Bedrooms Including Closet And Window
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom
- Description: One Of Three Non-Conforming Basement Bedrooms Including Closet And Window
- Level: Basement
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bedroom
- Description: Huge 3rd Basement Bedroom Or Game Room For The Kids
- Level: Basement
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 24
Bathroom
- Description: Utilitarian Shared Full Upstairs Bathroom With Showing And Updated Vanity Sink
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 5
Bathroom
- Description: Updated Basement Bathroom Serves 3 Basement Bedrooms
- Level: Basement
- Area: 38.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.5
Family room
- Description: Huge Family Room, Vinyl Windows, Access To Back Yard
- Level: Main
- Area: 360.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 18.5
Kitchen
- Description: Galley Style Kitchen With Updated Appliances, Flooring, Cabinetry And Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 172.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 15
Laundry
- Description: Large Unfinished Laundry And Utility Room Washer/Dryer Stay
- Level: Basement
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 22
Living room
- Description: Spacious Entry Room Invites You Into The Large Upstairs Living Space
- Level: Main
- Area: 201.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 17.5
Office
- Description: 3rd Upstairs Non-Conforming Bedroom Or Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven
Features
- Granite Counters, Smoke Free
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,710
- Total interior livable area: 2,710 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,726
- Finished area below ground: 754
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 8,176 sqft
- Features: Landscaped, Sloped
- Residential vegetation: Grassed, Mixed, Natural State
Details
- Parcel number: R0056131
- Zoning: R-1-C
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Denver
- Subdivision: City View Heights
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Individual
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2023 | Sold | $485,000+25.3%$179/sqft |
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| 1/8/2021 | Sold | $387,000+0.5%$143/sqft |
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| 12/15/2020 | Pending sale | $384,900$142/sqft |
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| 12/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $384,900$142/sqft |
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| 11/25/2020 | Pending sale | $384,900$142/sqft |
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| 11/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $384,900+119.9%$142/sqft |
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| 7/17/2009 | Sold | $175,000+113.4%$65/sqft |
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| 11/10/2008 | Listed for sale | $82,000-49.9%$30/sqft |
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| 7/24/2002 | Sold | $163,700$60/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,895 +0.9% | $32,320 -16.6% |
| 2024 | $3,862 +29.8% | $38,760 |
| 2023 | $2,976 -2.5% | $38,760 +54.1% |
| 2022 | $3,051 | $25,160 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $25,880 +1.6% |
| 2020 | $3,014 | $25,470 -0.2% |
| 2019 | $3,014 +24% | $25,510 +28.4% |
| 2018 | $2,432 | $19,870 |
| 2017 | $2,432 | $19,870 -1.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $20,160 |
| 2015 | $2,319 | $20,160 +25.9% |
| 2014 | -- | $16,010 |
| 2013 | -- | $16,010 +2.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $15,630 |
| 2011 | -- | $15,630 +23.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $12,640 |
| 2009 | -- | $12,640 -8.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $13,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $13,800 +0.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $13,790 |
| 2005 | -- | $13,790 +6.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $13,000 |
| 2003 | $1,280 +3% | $13,000 +9% |
| 2002 | $1,242 +9.6% | $11,930 +15.5% |
| 2001 | $1,133 | $10,330 |
| 2000 | -- | $10,330 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 80229
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Mc Elwain Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Thornton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 2/10Thornton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Thornton
- Middle: Thornton
- High: Thornton
- District: Adams 12 5 Star Schl
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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