538 E Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

$599,900 Asking Price

3 beds
2 baths
1,994  sqft
Built in 1888

This historic Victorian 2-story home is located within walking distance to downtown Colorado Springs and offers PRIVATE ALLEY ACCESS off of Boulder Street. The inviting covered wrap around front porch welcomes you as you approach this charming late 19th century home and you will be delighted by the high ceilings, the outstanding condition of the wonderful original woodwork, hardwood floors and pocket doors separating the living areas on the main level. There are 2 walkouts to the front porch. The bright, open kitchen offers Maple cabinets, white appliances and a retro double windowed swinging door. All of the appliances are included. The large main laundry room has a walk-out to a 12' x 24' Trex deck. One bedroom is on the main level and could serve as a dining room if one desired as well as a full bathroom with a vintage claw foot tub. Upstairs you will find 2 large bedrooms and a study or multi-purpose area that has no closet. The master bedroom has an adjoining sunroom that is bright and cozy!! Additionally, you will find another huge 4-piece bathroom with a claw foot tub and stand-up shower. New paint and carpet throughout make the home shine. There is a large, fenced back yard to enjoy those summer days equipped with auto sprinklers and drip system. Don't miss the wall of fragrant Lilac bushes in the rear yard. The 864 s.f oversize, detached 2-car garage with a spacious shop space was a great addition in 2008 and offers tons of workbenches, is fully insulated and has private alley access. All updated vinyl windows throughout the entire home with pleated blinds throughout the main level. This home had a new roof in 2014 to include all sheathing and shingles. The front wrap around porch was completely replaced in 2016. Water pipes were updated to copper at some point. This home is in great condition and has tons of character and charm! The R-2 zoning could offer possibilities of extra income by ways of an accessory dwelling unit.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
9Ft + Ceilings
Appliances:
220v in Kitchen,Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Laundry:
Electric Hook-up,Main
Flooring:
Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood,Luxury Vinyl
A/C:
Attic Fan,Other
Heating:
Forced Air,Natural Gas

Exterior

Style:
2 Story
Other Structures:
Storage Shed

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

Landscaping:
All
Fencing:
Rear

Utilities

Utilities:
Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected
Water:
Municipal

This listing courtesy of:
Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty, Rocky Manning

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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