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$450,000

1229 N Institute StreetColorado Springs, CO 80903

Beds
2
Baths
1
Sq ft
925
Acres
0.11
Built
1954

About $2,584/month with 20% down at 6.5% · Estimate your payment

Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Premier · Active · MLS #2107955

About this home

Rare opportunity to own this distinctive 1954 mid-century ranch in downtown Colorado Springs! Completely updated with beautiful and thoughtful touches, this turnkey home features central A/C, genuine hardwood floors throughout, gas fireplace, a spacious primary bedroom with an oversized walk-in closet, an attached garage, a walk-in pantry and main level laundry, and generous unfinished basement storage —all rare finds in a downtown home. Outside, enjoy low maintenance, water-wise xeriscaping on drip irrigation in the front yard and a serene, fenced-in backyard upgraded with turf. Previously operated as a short-term rental, this versatile property offers exceptional appeal for homeowners and investors alike. Bursting with unique style and character, easy main-level living, and desirable downtown location near Patty Jewett, Shooks Run and walkable coffee shops, this is a special home that stands apart from the ordinary. Don't miss your chance to own a one-of-a-kind piece of Colorado Springs!

Details

Interior

Full / ¾ / half baths
1 / 0 / 0
Main floor bedroom
Yes
Basement
Partial Basement
Basement finished
0%
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Main Level, One
Flooring
Wood
Appliances
220v in Kitchen, Cook Top, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry
Main

Exterior and lot

Garage
Attached, 1 spaces
Roof
Other
Siding
Wood
Lot
4,988 sq ft · Level
Water
Municipal
Sewer
Sewer

Costs and listing

Property type
Residential · Single Family
Taxes
$1,448.7 (2025)
School district
Colorado Springs 11
County
El Paso
MLS #
2107955

Location

45 photos · 1229 N Institute Street, Colorado Springs
Mid-century architectural exterior featuring a prominent chimney, low-pitch roofline, integrated single-car garage with wood-accented siding, and a concrete front patioMid-century modern exterior featuring low-pitched rooflines, textured stucco chimney, horizontal wood paneling, and an integrated garageMid-century modern architectural style featuring an integrated garage, brick masonry accents, a prominent exterior chimney, and large multi-pane windowsStucco exterior featuring vertical paneling, a concrete front patio, and square-paver hardscapingStucco exterior featuring a prominent chimney, concrete paver walkway, and mature landscapingMid-century modern exterior featuring a multi-pane grid window system, horizontal wood-plank siding, and a single-car garage with horizontal frosted glass insertsMid-century exterior featuring vertical wood siding, a prominent concrete chimney, square concrete pavers, and a covered entrywayStucco exterior featuring a prominent masonry chimney, concrete paver walkway, and mature landscapingFloor-to-ceiling multi-pane windows, textured floor-to-ceiling fireplace surround, and built-in modern gas fireplace insertLiving area featuring a floor-to-ceiling textured fireplace surround, wood-finish flooring, tall vertical window panels, wall-mounted lighting, and a solid-core door with glass insertsOpen-concept interior featuring light wood-finish flooring, wall-mounted ambient lighting fixtures, and high-reaching ceilingsExpansive floor-to-ceiling windows, clerestory windows, wood-finish flooring, and minimalist wall-mounted light fixturesLiving area featuring wood-finish flooring, a series of clerestory windows, and wall-mounted light fixturesEntryway featuring a solid door with triple-lite glass inserts, a wall-mounted sconce, and a natural wood floating display shelfKitchen featuring wood cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, wood-finish flooring, and pendant lightingKitchen featuring flat-panel wood cabinetry, white stone countertops, an undermount stainless steel sink, under-cabinet lighting, and wood flooringKitchen featuring stained wood cabinetry, stainless steel French-door refrigerator, built-in stainless steel oven, and solid-surface countertop with under-cabinet task lightingKitchen featuring wood-finish cabinetry, solid surface countertops, stainless steel dishwasher, and dual pendant lighting, complete with hardwood flooringKitchen featuring stained wood cabinetry, white solid-surface countertops, an undermount stainless steel sink, integrated stainless steel dishwasher, and metallic pendant lightingKitchen featuring wood-finish cabinetry, solid surface countertops, stainless steel undermount sink, under-cabinet lighting, and built-in stainless steel dishwasherKitchen featuring rich wood-finish cabinetry, solid surface countertops, a glass cooktop, under-cabinet task lighting, and a metal pegboard wall organizerKitchen featuring wood-finish cabinetry, stainless steel refrigerator, built-in oven, hardwood flooring, and a window with a fixed roller shadeKitchen area featuring wood-finish cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, a stainless steel built-in oven, and a double-pane windowStacked laundry unit featuring white appliance finish, complemented by integrated metal wire shelving and masonry wall constructionLiving space featuring clerestory windows, wood-finish flooring, a floor-to-ceiling dark stone-finish fireplace surround, and wall-mounted light fixturesRoom featuring wood-finish flooring, dual windows with horizontal blinds, and a central ceiling light fixtureHardwood flooring and dual-pane windows with horizontal blindsRoom featuring wood-finish flooring, a walk-in closet with built-in shelving, two wall-mounted adjustable sconce lights, and a flush-mount ceiling light fixtureInterior space featuring neutral wall tones, a recessed ceiling light fixture, a window with horizontal blinds, and a walk-in closet with built-in shelvingWalk-in storage space featuring wood-finish flooring, mounted wooden hanging rods, and integrated wire shelving unitsWalk-in storage space featuring adjustable wire shelving, integrated wood-finish clothing rods, and a full-length wall-mounted mirrorWood-finish flooring, dual windows with horizontal blinds, and a wall-mounted swing-arm lampBathroom featuring a wood-finish vanity, rectangular vessel sink, wall-mounted faucet, rectangular wall mirror, and built-in wall shelvingWood-finish flooring, three double-pane windows with horizontal blinds, and a circular flush-mount ceiling light fixtureBedroom featuring wood-finish flooring, a flush-mount ceiling light fixture, and a window equipped with horizontal blindsUnfinished basement featuring exposed floor joists, concrete block walls, a concrete floor, an integrated water heater, and a central heating unitUnfinished lower level featuring exposed wood-joist ceiling, concrete floor, concrete foundation walls, and an exterior access doorPrivate backyard featuring a concrete patio, synthetic turf lawn, perimeter wood fencing, and an enclosed exterior structureBackyard featuring a concrete patio, wood-slat perimeter fencing, stone ground cover, and a detached wooden storage structureExterior patio featuring a concrete slab surface, covered wood porch, vertical siding, and surrounding stone landscapeFenced backyard featuring a concrete patio, covered porch with wood railing, and mature treesRear exterior featuring a concrete patio, wood-railing covered porch, and detached storage shed within a fenced yardBackyard featuring a concrete patio, wood-deck porch covering, mature trees, and privacy fencingConcrete patio, fenced exterior with vertical siding, attached wood deck, and detached storage shedBackyard featuring a synthetic turf lawn, concrete patio, decorative stone border, vertical wood privacy fencing, and a built-in enclosure
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