1824 W Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80904

$800,000 Asking Price

4 beds
3 baths
3,219  sqft
Built in 1888

Constructed in 1888 with an ADU added in 1998, this property offers ultimate flexibility for residential, live/work, or commercial use and has been renovated to blend modern conveniences with historic charm. Fresh paint, refinished original hardwood floors, new kitchen (2024) with brand new stainless steel appliances and leathered granite countertops, detailed trim work, updated bathrooms, new sewer line (2023), newer boiler (2020), roof (2017), and foundation improvements (2024) bring this home into the 21st century without sacrificing its Victorian allure. The main house, which could be divided into two seperate units with seperate entrances, features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, a formal dining room, ample closet space, an original leaded glass pantry, a sunroom with new floors(2024) & window treatments, and an upstairs studio or home office. The flexible layout is suitable for generating income or live/work arrangements. Laundry hookups are available both upstairs and downstairs, with a stackable washer/dryer included. The downstairs back bedroom also offers separate access, ideal for an office setup. The professionally designed outdoor living space offers a low maintenance cottage garden featuring a courtyard fountain, mature roses, peonies, and a stately shade tree. The cottage includes 1 bedroom + loft, 1.5 bathrooms, its own laundry and kitchen facilities, and central heating and air conditioning and presents a wonderful income generating opportunity, with a lease in place until May 2025. The cottage offers potential for office, owner occupied short term rental, multi-generational living, or conversion into a 1-car garage with an attached office or loft. This property’s historic charm, modern updates, and versatility make it a rare find. Whether as a home, workspace, boutique, rental property, or a combination, this classic Victorian gem offers endless possibilities.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Crown Molding,Vaulted Ceilings
Appliances:
Cook Top,Dishwasher,Dryer,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
Laundry:
Main,Upper
Flooring:
Vinyl/Linoleum,Wood
A/C:
Other,See Prop Desc Remarks
Heating:
Hot Water

Exterior

Style:
2 Story

Construction

Roofing:
Composite Shingle
General:
Wood, 2 Story, Partial Basement

Location

HOA Amenities:
0.0, Not Applicable
School District:
Colorado Springs 11
County:
El Paso

Lot

Driveway:
Paved
Landscaping:
All
Fencing:
Other

Utilities

Utilities:
Cable Available,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Available
Water:
Municipal

This listing courtesy of:
Shift Real Estate LLC, Milissa Everly

About Colorado Springs, CO

Housing

Number of Units
261,010
Median Home Value
$320,371
Median Rent
$1,128

38.15% of housing units are renter occupied.

4.79% are vacant.

Commute

Car
65.07%
Public Transportation
0.55%
Walk to Work
1.30%
Work from Home
32.17%
Other
0.52%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population
618,741
Median Age
35.20
Median Household Size
2.77

Education

High School
20.31%
Associate’s Degree
11.24%
Bachelor’s Degree
24.43%
Graduate Degree
15.25%

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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