About Denver's Curtis Park

You may remember my recent blog about Jerry, the Denver Fireman that was looking for a home. Well, we did find him a great old Denver Square that has spectacular original woodwork that even includes functional pocket doors between the living room and dining room.

Jerry is a true history buff (you wouldn't BELIEVE his collection of fire memorabilia). During our outings to look at homes, Jerry took me by three of Denver's oldest operational Fire Houses.

I would like to share with you the oldest in Denver; Fire House #3, which is located at 2500 Washington St. Station #3 serves Denver's Historic Neighborhoods of Curtis Park and Five Points.



This Deco styled Firehouse was built in 1931, and was initially, Denver's only fire station that was staffed entirely by black firefighters.

This old historic building is gorgeous! Built in red brick with light brick trim, it has a multi colored tile roof. It carries a staff of 4 firefighters.

I think that one of the things that I appreciate most about this firehouse are the beautiful old wooden doors that grace the front of the building. The planting of the tree in front definitely was a good idea! I can't believe that my trusty old Blackberry took pictures this good!

Have you always wanted to know what it would be like to live in Denver near downtown? Are you thinking of being an investor and buying/fixing up your next property? Here are the homes that are available, detached family home in the price range of $0+.

These listings are located in Curtis Park, which is very up and coming. Many short sales and bank owned properties. Many have been completely remodeled and located on great streets with character. Need to see MORE?

If you have thought about this area being an area you are interested in, please call me, and I will send a list of active listings to suit your criteria.

MLS Sold data for Denver - Zip 80205 to include Curtis Park

Curtis Park has been an up and coming neighborhood for a while now, with many scrapes and rebuilding of McMansions. With this neighborhood's location being within walking/biking distance to LoDo, LoHi and downtown, it is very desirable. Here are the latest statistics for zip code 80205 --

As you can see from the stats, there is a HUGE disparity in price. You can find many lender owned properties for $50K (and some a little less), that need a lot of work, but remodels up to $605,000. The median price was $196,100, with 63 sold and 49 days on market. This area is an older area with the median age being 1910, all with character.

If you have thought about selling your home, or purchasing a home in Curtis Park or in zip code 80205, please give me call.

The Curtis Park Neighborhood was developed in the mid to late 1800's as a fashionable suburb with large Victorian mansions and stately homes. A short walk from Downtown, Curtis Park is Denver's oldest neighborhood. Curtis Park also includes Denver's first park. Curtis Park was donated to the city from Samuel S. Curtis, a developer of the area.

In the 1960s - 70s, Curtis Park was one of Denver's poorest neighborhoods. In 1975, when a large part of the neighborhood was named to the National Register of Historic Places, a period of renovation and revitalization began. Home buyers discovered inexpensive yet exquisite historic homes in Curtis Park. Many of Curtis Park's stately Victorian-Era homes underwent extensive renovations starting a renaissance that continues to this day.

Several of the city's early movers and shakers lived in Curtis Park. However, because many residents of Curtis Park were immigrants, there were smaller homes interspersed amongst the neighborhood's turn-of-the-century mansions. Even in its early days, Curtis Park was known as a diverse, mixed income neighborhood.

A showcase for restored and renovated homes, Curtis Park has caught local and national attention for its mix of grand Victorians, Queen Anne's, Denver Squares and Brownstones. The Curtis Park Neighborhood is a popular urban area where homebuyers can find some of the best home values in the city.

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Posted By: Kerry Klun - Historic Homes of Denver - 303-549-0818
www.historichomesofdenver.com


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This home is 2 blocks from Coors Field, minutes to downtown, and everything happening!

1042 sq ft, built 1875, new plumbing & electric, fenced yard for pets and in back for cars, alley access. $189,900 Newer kitchen, and all appliances includes, including washer/dryer. Newly remodeled bath with beautiful tile! MLS#834258

Joan Cox, GRI,ABR,CRS,e-Pro

Metro Brokers - House to Home, Inc.

Denver, CO 80237

www.JoanCox.com

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