Patricia Beck
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$549,900

1617 W Colorado AvenueColorado Springs, CO 80904

Beds
2
Baths
2
Sq ft
1,808
Acres
0.15
Built
1893

About $3,105/month with 20% down at 6.5% · Estimate your payment

Listing courtesy of HomeSmart · Active · MLS #7887337

About this home

**Historic Victorian Charm with Mixed-Use Potential in Colorado Springs' Westside!** Built in 1893, this beautiful two-story Victorian offers 1,808 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a versatile upstairs bonus room ideal for an office, hobby room, or additional living space. Relax on the inviting covered front porch before stepping inside to discover a marble entry, gorgeous hardwood floors, classic counterbalance windows, and beautiful Victorian-style woodwork. The elegant formal living room features a stunning gas fireplace with an ornate wooden mantel, decorative trim, and charming French doors. The rich wood accents and architectural details create a warm, inviting atmosphere that celebrates the home's historic character. A main-floor half bath features marble flooring, while fresh interior and exterior paint enhances the home's appeal. A standout feature is the custom built-in pantry with multiple pull-out wooden shelves and trays, providing exceptional organized storage. Upstairs, a second-floor sitting balcony offers another place to unwind. Outside, enjoy a spacious, fully fenced private lot, large backyard, brand-new deck, and electric-gated off-street parking. A detached "she shed" with electricity makes a great studio, workshop, or retreat. Located along historic West Colorado Avenue, close to Old Colorado City shops, dining, galleries, schools, parks, and hiking trails. Enjoy the character of this established Westside neighborhood with convenient access to downtown Colorado Springs and nearby outdoor recreation. Zoned MX-M P for mixed use, subject to applicable regulations and approvals. Formerly a salon, the property has served as a private residence for over 30 years, offering historic character and exciting possibilities. **SELLER OFFERING $5,000 IN BUYER INCENTIVES WITH AN ACCEPTABLE OFFER!** Funds may be applied toward eligible closing costs or mortgage interest rate buydown, subject to lender guidelines.

Details

Interior

Full / ¾ / half baths
1 / 0 / 1
Main floor bedroom
No
Basement finished
0%
Heating
Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
Attic Fan, Evaporative Cooling
Fireplace
Gas, Main Level
Flooring
Carpet, Stone, Wood
Appliances
220v in Kitchen, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry
Basement, Main

Exterior and lot

Garage
None
Roof
Composite Shingle
Siding
Masonite Type
Lot
6,648 sq ft · Level, See Prop Desc Remarks
Patio and porch
Covered, Wood Deck, See Prop Desc Remarks
Water
Municipal
Sewer
Sewer

Costs and listing

Property type
Residential · Single Family
Taxes
$1,143.25 (2025)
School district
Colorado Springs 11
County
El Paso
MLS #
7887337

Location

43 photos · 1617 W Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs
Victorian-style exterior featuring a turret, covered front porch with decorative columns, multi-gabled roofline, and lattice foundation skirtingVictorian-style exterior featuring a prominent corner turret, two-story covered front porch with decorative millwork, lap siding, and wrought-iron front fencingVictorian-style exterior featuring horizontal siding, a covered front porch with classic columns, decorative lattice skirting, and a leaded glass front doorCovered porch featuring painted decorative columns, matching balustrade, and wood-finish deckingCovered front porch featuring a decorative metal screen door, sidelights with transom window, horizontal lap siding, and rounded columns with square basesEntryway featuring extensive natural wood paneling, a solid wood paneled front door with a transom window, an ornate wood staircase with decorative balusters, and dark stone flooringEntryway featuring natural wood trim, a paneled wood door with a transom window, ornate decorative millwork, a polished stone floor, and a wooden staircasePolished wood-finish flooring, intricate patterned wallpaper, crown molding, dark wood trim, and a decorative crystal chandelierHardwood flooring, wood-framed glass paneled door with decorative transom, fireplace with wood mantel and tile hearth, ornate ceiling medallion, and crystal-style chandelierWood-finish flooring, fireplace with a carved wooden mantel and stone hearth, intricate wood-framed glass door with arched transom, and a crystal chandelierHardwood flooring, crown molding with decorative border, multi-pane window with wood trim, built-in wall mirror, and tiered glass chandelierInterior space featuring wood-finish flooring, intricate crown molding, detailed wall trim, wide wood-encased doorways, and an ornamental glass chandelierRoom featuring wood-finish flooring, textured ceiling, central ceiling fan, and decorative wallpaper borderWood-finish flooring, built-in wooden shelving, ceiling-mounted paddle fan, and decorative crown mouldingBathroom featuring wood-finish wainscoting, built-in shelving, wall-mounted cabinet with leaded glass inlay, and a pedestal sink with brass-finish hardwareKitchen featuring wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, dual-basin sink, and a ceiling fanKitchen featuring wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and integrated lighting, accompanied by a bathroom with a pedestal sinkKitchen featuring light wood cabinetry, white countertops, double-basin stainless steel sink with high-arch faucet, and a window with wood trimKitchen featuring light-finish wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a stacked laundry unit, and stone-finish countertopsBuilt-in wood cabinetry featuring pull-out storage drawers and shelving, paired with a stackable laundry applianceOrnate carved wood fireplace mantel featuring decorative tile surround and metallic firebox insert, set upon a polished stone tile hearth, complemented by wood-finish flooring and detailed wood door casingCovered porch featuring vertical tongue-and-groove siding, fluted columns, ornate decorative trim, and stained glass detailingRoom interior featuring large windows, intricate crown molding, dark wood trim, and a centered ceiling fanRoom featuring natural wood-finish five-panel doors, matching wood-finish trim, ceiling fan with light fixture, and decorative wall borderInterior room featuring wall-to-wall carpeting, a ceiling fan with integrated lighting, dual windows, and a wood-finish interior doorInterior space featuring five-panel solid wood doors, crown molding with decorative trim, and a ceiling-mounted light fixtureBathroom featuring a wooden vanity with an integrated basin, wall-mounted white cabinetry with glass-front doors, a wooden-framed mirror, and wood-trimmed window casingHigh ceilings featuring decorative wood picture rail molding, two windows with wood casing, and a central ceiling fanInterior space featuring stained-wood crown molding, ornamental wood trim, a built-in wall shelf, and a ceiling fanLower level storage area featuring exposed wood ceiling joists, painted concrete walls, concrete flooring, and an exterior access doorAdditional contentAttic space featuring exposed timber framing, wood plank subflooring, metal ductwork, and an installed ventilation systemTwo-story residence featuring light-toned horizontal siding, a gabled roofline, a raised wooden deck with railings, and a paved concrete drivewayExterior siding with a raised wooden deck, paved patio area, and detached structureBackyard gazebo with a metal frame and overhead canopy situated on a paved patio surfaceHexagonal paver patio enclosed by a wood-panel fence with decorative brick pillars and gated accessOutdoor space featuring a brick-columned fence, a wooden pergola structure, lattice paneling, and mature treesAerial view featuring a multi-pitched shingled roof, paved patio area, and mature trees across a landscaped lotAerial perspective of multi-story residences featuring pitched rooflines, covered front porches, and proximity to mature trees with mountainous terrain in the distanceAerial perspective showcasing a residential lot featuring mature trees, paved street access, and a prominent mountain range backdropAerial perspective featuring a neighborhood with mature trees and a prominent mountain range backdropAerial perspective featuring mature deciduous trees, landscaped grounds, and proximity to city infrastructureAerial view of the property featuring a multi-level structure, a concrete driveway, and dense mature canopy coverage
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