Veterans United Realty
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8509 Ames Street, Arvada, CO 80003

$540,000 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
2,064  sqft
Built in 1968

Affordable, adorable, and ready for you to make it your own! This charming Arvada ranch-style home offers over 2,000 SF of finished living space, including 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an attached garage. Nicely updated and move-in ready, this home combines convenience, comfort, and space! Step inside and discover easy, one-level living with the bonus of a fully finished basement. The updated eat-in kitchen boasts ample storage and generous prep space for the chef in your family. Just off the kitchen, the expansive Great Room provides the perfect gathering area, seamlessly connected to a sweet dining room—picture holidays and parties here! The main floor features two spacious bedrooms, including a king-sized primary suite with plenty of room for a full bedroom set. The second bedroom, currently a home office, is equally spacious and can easily accommodate a queen-sized suite. A full bath with contemporary finishes completes the main level. Additionally, just off the kitchen is an unheated sunroom—not included in the square footage—perfect as a plant room, hobby space, or future heated home office. The basement level adds versatility in another 1,000 SF of finished space including a large recreation room, two oversized and non-confirming bedrooms (no egress windows), and a ¾ bathroom with a walk-in shower. The basement also delivers a generously sized laundry room with additional storage, a hobby sink, and space for all your household needs. Step outside into the enormous backyard, a true highlight of this home! With plenty of space for barbecues, gardening, and play, this yard is ready to become your outdoor oasis. Fresh paint, new carpet, and simple updates ensure this home is move-in ready while leaving room to add your own flair. This home is not a flip—it was lovingly cared for as mom and dad’s house and is now ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a quality home in a great location—schedule your showing today!

Listing Status:
Backup
Date Added:
January 24, 2025 — 10 days ago
Listing Office:
Compass - Denver, Jennifer Apel (303-570-9690)
Office Phone:
303-570-9690
MLS ID:
5145109

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Eat-in Kitchen, Smoke Free, Utility Sink
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
Basement:
Finished
Flooring:
Bamboo, Carpet, Tile
A/C:
Forced Air
Heating:
Forced Air

Exterior

Style:
Contemporary, Traditional
Parking:
Parking spaces: 2

Construction

Roofing:
Composition
General:
One

Location

Road/Access:
Public
Originating MLS:
recolorado
School District:
Jefferson County R-1
County:
Jefferson

Lot

Zoning:
Lot 11, Block 8, Far Horizons - Filing No. 1, County of Jefferson, State of Colorado, 071887
Fencing:
Partial

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
recolorado
Ownership:
Individual
Exclusions:
None

This listing courtesy of:
Compass - Denver, Jennifer Apel

About Arvada, CO

Housing

Number of Units
59,740
Median Home Value
$442,673
Median Rent
$1,338

25.52% of housing units are renter occupied.

3.19% are vacant.

Commute

Car
59.65%
Public Transportation
1.63%
Walk to Work
0.70%
Work from Home
37.28%
Other
0.57%

The median travel time to work is 19 minutes.

People

Population
140,555
Median Age
39.20
Median Household Size
2.69

Education

High School
22.26%
Associate’s Degree
8.07%
Bachelor’s Degree
28.04%
Graduate Degree
14.95%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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