848 Emerson Street

Denver, CO 80218

$1,738,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
5
Baths
4,767 Sq. Ft.
$365 / Sq. Ft.
4,767
Sq. Ft.
$365
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into a home where history meets luxury—an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Denver's past. Discover the Essence of Emerson at this 3-story Italian Renaissance Revival mansion, located in historic Capitol Hill. Built in 1904 by Dennis Mullen and designed by renowned architects Quayle & Rice, this architectural gem invites you to experience its timeless grandeur. The archway entrance and incredible porch set the tone for the beauty that lies within. Enter through a vestibule with original...Step into a home where history meets luxury—an extraordinary opportunity to own a piece of Denver's past. Discover the Essence of Emerson at this 3-story Italian Renaissance Revival mansion, located in historic Capitol Hill. Built in 1904 by Dennis Mullen and designed by renowned architects Quayle & Rice, this architectural gem invites you to experience its timeless grandeur. The archway entrance and incredible porch set the tone for the beauty that lies within. Enter through a vestibule with original tile work and a foyer with coffered ceilings that whisper stories of a bygone era. Richly detailed walls and ceilings with hand-painted paneling evoke a sense of sophisticated artistry. The sun-filled dining room is surrounded by exquisite woodwork, built-in buffet, and plate rail shelving. The living room features an original cherrywood fireplace with an elegant oval mirror and dual-sided pocket doors, ideal for intimate gatherings or grand celebrations. For the culinary enthusiast, the remodeled and expanded kitchen is a dream come true. Bathed in morning sunlight, it features avonite counter tops, gorgeous cabinetry, a refurbished oversized butcher block, and high-end luxury appliances. The second level is a sanctuary for modern living, with a spacious primary bedroom featuring three closets adorned with glass door knobs, built-in bookshelves, and a private balcony. An art studio with a conservatory style skylight provides a space for creative inspiration with private balcony. The third level includes two bedrooms and a balcony with views of Denver’s iconic Cash Register Building. Fully finished basement to include family room, office, bathroom and laundry room. Enjoy a walkable lifestyle, steps away from Cheesman Park, the Molly Brown House Museum, and the Botanical Gardens. This warm and inviting historic home is filled with character and charm—a true treasure where new memories are waiting to be made.
  1. Listed by Lindsay Coe • LIV Sotheby's International Realty • lindsay.coe@sothebysrealty.com,303-246-9099

Property Details for 848 Emerson Street

Structure Type
House
View
City, Mountain(s)
Levels
Two
Stories
2
Subdivision Name
Capitol Hill
Association
No
Multiple Associations
No
Basement
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/28/2024 04:07 PM

Property Details for 848 Emerson Street

StatusClosed
MLS #3243243
Days on Compass20
Taxes$9,221 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential-Detached
Year Built1904
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,649 SF
CountyDenver County

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Building Information for 848 Emerson Street

Stories-Year Built1904Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,649 SF

Property Information for 848 Emerson Street

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 4767
  • Sqft Total: 4767
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 4717
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3468
  • Living SqFt: 3468
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1249
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 50
  • Area Source: Public Records
  • PSF Total: 365
  • PSF Above Grade: 501
  • PSF Finished: 368
  • Master on Main: No
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Room and Floor: Dining Room-Main-1, Living Room-Main-1, Kitchen-Main-1, Primary Bedroom-Upper-1, Primary Bathroom (Full)-Upper-1, Bedroom-Upper-1, Bedroom-Upper-2, Bedroom-Upper-3, Sun Room-Upper-1, Bathroom (3/4)-Upper-1, Bathroom (Full)-Upper-1, Laundry-Basement-1, Family Room-Basement-1, Bedroom-Basement-1, Bathroom (Full)-Basement-1, Bonus Room-Basement-1, Bathroom (1/2)-Main-1
  • Room Count: 17
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Dining Room, Family Room, Other
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Nook, Built-in Features, Butcher Counters, Corian Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, High Ceilings, Marble Counters, Pantry, Primary Suite, Sound System, Utility Sink, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Video Doorbell
  • Flooring: Stone, Wood
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 5
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Original Built-In Buffet Cabinets and Plate Railing Shelves.
  • Room Length: 16
  • Room Width: 14
Room 2
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Original Cherrywood Fireplace with Oval Mirror. Dual Sided Pocket Doors.
  • Room Length: 16
  • Room Width: 18
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Stunning Morning Light. Sub-Zero Refrigerator. Dacor Gas Stove. Sitting Area with Floor to Ceiling Windows.
  • Room Length: 30
  • Room Width: 16
Room 4
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Bathed in Natural Light. Three Closets. Private Balcony. Doors Handmade by Violin Maker.
  • Room Length: 20
  • Room Width: 14
Room 5
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom (Full)
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: 5 Piece En-Suite. Marble Counter Tops. Upgraded Handheld Tub & Shower Faucet.
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 9
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Guest Bedroom Second Floor. Plenty of Closet & Storage Space.
  • Room Length: 17
  • Room Width: 11
Room 7
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Dream Artist Studio. Conservatory Style Skylight. Private Balcony.
  • Room Length: 17
  • Room Width: 12
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom (3/4)
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Guest Bathroom Second Floor. Walk-In Shower.
  • Room Length: 11
  • Room Width: 4
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Guest Bedroom Third Floor. Access to Third Floor Balcony.
  • Room Length: 16
  • Room Width: 10
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom (Full)
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Guest Bathroom Third Floor. Clawfoot Tub.
  • Room Length: 7
  • Room Width: 5
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Guest Bedroom Third Floor. Access to Third Floor Balcony. Views of Cash Register Building Downtown.
  • Room Length: 12
  • Room Width: 10
Room 12
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Laundry Room. Lifted Front Loading Washer & Dryer.
  • Room Length: 8
  • Room Width: 5
Room 13
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Built in Attorney Style Bookshelves. Walk-In Closet.
  • Room Length: 17
  • Room Width: 13
Room 14
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Guest Bedroom Basement. Walk-In Closet.
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 10
Room 15
  • Room Type: Bathroom (Full)
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Guest Bathroom Basement. Remodeled.Tile Floor.
  • Room Length: 9
  • Room Width: 7
Room 16
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Flex Space. Great Space for Peloton or Gym Equipment.
Room 17
  • Room Type: Bathroom (1/2)
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Powder Bathroom on Main Level.
Parking
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage (Attached), Off-Street
  • Parking Description: Garage (Attached)-2, Off-Street-2
  • Parking Details: 2
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Offstreet Spaces: 2
  • Parking Count: 4
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Reserved Spaces: 0
  • RV Spaces: 0
Association Information
Association Information
  • Association Fee Total Annual: $0
  • Senior Community: No
Site & Location Information
School Information
  • Elementary School: Dora Moore
  • Elementary School District: Denver 1
  • Middle Or Junior School: Morey
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Denver 1
  • High School: East
  • High School District: Denver 1
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: 0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5649
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, Many Trees, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Zoning: G-RH-3
  • Fencing: Full
  • Property Exclusions: Seller's Kitchen Chalk board. Basement Safe.
Building Information
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Composition
  • Common Walls: No Common Walls
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: Electric

Property History for 848 Emerson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 848 Emerson Street

Taxable ValueLand$17,040Additions$101,960Total$119,000
Tax Record2023$9,221 ($768 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,717 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,468 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,249 SqFtStories3Lot Size5,649 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914Year Renovated2003ZoningG-RH-3CountyDENVERAPN05023-12-019-000

Schools near 848 Emerson Street

This home is within Denver County 1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Dora Moore ECE - 8th Grade School
PublicPK to 8

Morey Middle School
Public6 to 8

East High School
Public9 to 12

Montbello Middle School
Public6 to 8

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