What could be better than purchasing a designer Craftsman Bungalow in Littleton, CO? This beautiful, 2-story, Craftsman Bungalow located in the coveted Sterne Park Neighborhood was tastefully updated while maintaining the original woodwork and charm of an early 1900’s Craftsman. The main floor is warm and cozy with its refinished hardwood floors, natural wood work and open floor plan. There is a large dining room for entertaining and a chef’s kitchen complete with double ovens, butcher block island, slab granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. This floor also features a flex guest suite and bath.
The second floor has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring a true Master Suite with 5-piece bath and a walk-in closet. The basement is a perfect place for movie night with its large family room and custom fish tank. There is also a guest bedroom with full bath.
The back yard is a private oasis complete with stone patio, hot tub, trellis and a pond with custom water feature. The location of this home can’t be beat with easy and quick access to Sterne Park, Rose Garden, Shopping and Dining in Old Town Littleton, and the Light Rail. This home was a perfect balance between old and new. For more information about homes available in the Littleton or the Denver Metro Area, please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer of Vintage Homes of Denver at 303-564-2245.
Please watch our You Tube video of 5910 S. Bemis St. Littleton, CO.
This mid-century ranch located in the heart of the beautiful tree lined Park Hill neighborhood was the perfect turn key opportunity for its new owner. This house featured a great floor plan with open layout, restored hardwood floors, new bathrooms, and a flex third bedroom on the main floor. The kitchen was remodeled with new cabinets, slab granite countertops, and stainless appliances.
The basement was fully finished with a media room, second bathroom and a fourth bedroom with egress window and stainmaster carpet. The home was updated with a new electrical panel, new furnace, hot water heater and windows – sure to save money on the utility bills.
The front porch was welcoming and the beautiful covered patio in the backyard looked out to a private, newly landscaped backyard with a 6′ fence and brand new two car garage.
This home is located in the heart of Park Hill and is close to the great shops and restaurants on 23rd like Spinelli’s Market, Cherry Tomato, and Adagio Bakery. It is also close to City Park, Museum of Nature and Science and the Denver Zoo. This home showed well and was a breath of fresh air with all of its upgrades and prime location. If you would like to find your new home or have real estate questions, please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer of Vintage Homes of Denver at 303-564-2245. Please watch our You Tube video of this property.
Vintage Homes of Denver helped a young couple purchase this 1940’s Englewood Bungalow a few years ago, and then helped them sell it when their family grew and it was time to move onward and upward. This home was turned into a charming gardener’s retreat, with a private master deck, large backyard deck and amazing raised-bed garden space. The backyard is private and spacious with an in-ground sprinkler system. Large trees surround the house, making the West facing front yard a great place for watching the evening sunsets and changing fall colors.
This home maintained much of its original character with hardwood floors, arched doorways and coved ceilings, yet had many major upgrades since its original purchase. The kitchen was remodeled with gorgeous cabinets, solid surface counters, new backsplash, and custom flooring. The homes hardwood floors were restored and the interior was freshly painted. Custom lighting, a new furnace, new hot water heater, and all new windows were installed. The homes wood siding was meticulously restored, there is a newer sewer line and a new tap was installed as well. The garage is a perfect space for a workshop and parking.
The location of this home can’t be beat with easy access to light rail, the re-developed Englewood City Center, and local venues and restaurants on South Broadway such as The Gothic Theater and Moe’s BBQ and Bowling. The sellers did great things with this home, making it a perfect turn key opportunity for someone looking in the Englewood area.
It was a pleasure to assist this couple in the purchase and eventual sale of their first home. Please watch our You Tube video of this property and feel free to contact Jesse Sehlmeyer of Vintage Homes of Denver at 303-564-2245 with any of your Real Estate questions.
This Old Town Littleton, Historic Denver Square located at 5634 S. Prescott St. has been beautifully preserved and restored. It was built in 1910 by the Valore Family who have spanned over three generations in the Hardware Business in Littleton, CO.
The home offers welcoming curb appeal with big trees and enclosed front porch, which can be enjoyed year round. When you walk into the home, an open floor plan, lots of natural light, and a stunning wood stair case welcome you. The main floor boasts all hardwood floors, living room with fireplace and built ins, dining room, and a Chef’s Dream of a kitchen with gas range, high-end stainless steel appliances, and granite counter tops.
The second floor offers a well flowing floor plan with Master Suite and two additional bedrooms and a full period bath. The third floor offers a beautiful custom stair case leading to a unique flex space for an office, kids play room, or artist retreat.
The basement offers generous space for a family/rec. room and has access to the outside. The back yard offers a good size yard and a new custom built brick 2 car garage.
Enjoy a short walk into Downtown Littleton and enjoy restaurants such as Merle’s of Littleton, Old Town Tavern, Kate’s Wine Bar, JaJa Bistro and the Chocolate Therapist, OR enjoy wandering through many of the charming boutique’s, galleries and antique stores.
This home was a pleasure to list and sell, as much attention and care went into the preservation and remodel of this home. Please watch our YouTube video of this property and contact Jesse Sehlmeyer of Vintage Homes of Denver at 303-564-2245 to assist with your real estate needs.
Vintage Homes of Denver enjoyed seeing the transformation and remodel of this Highland’s property at 3106 Perry St. It went from a run down, as-is property to a beautifully restored 1910 Bungalow. It is the perfect combination of preserved character with attention to detail and modern updates.
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This house featured a restored front porch, all new landscaping, in-ground sprinkler system, large deck, new re-decked roof, and full brick and paint restoration. The interior featured an open floor plan, restored hardwood floors, doors, and trim work. The modern design of the bathrooms and kitchen featured carrara marble countertops, euro cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and designer fixtures throughout.
Both the main floor and basement bathrooms were completely new and had custom tile and amenities. The home had new insulation, wiring, plumbing including sewer line, new furnace, and a new hot water heater installed.
The basement was professionally finished with a lowered floor and high ceilings. All walls in the basement were brand new creating a bedroom, bathroom, and a loft style living space. The plaster was a smooth coat finish and period correct.
The private back yard and restored front porch make for great entertaining spaces. A quick walk to the restaurants and shops on 32nd Ave. make it easy to take advantage of all The Highlands has to offer. This is a project we were proud to be a part of. Please watch our YouTube video on this property.
Some of the few Hot Spots in Highlands include: Trattoria Stella, Mead St. Station, bang!, Happy Cakes Bakeshop, and Pinche Tacos. This is a neighborhood that has come along way and is thriving. For more information about listings available in the Highlands or surrounding Metro Denver Neighborhoods, please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer at 303-564-2245.
Vintage Homes of Denver hopes you and your family enjoy the upcoming Memorial Day weekend! Memorial Day seems to unofficially kick-off the beginning of summer with a three day weekend, the opening of swimming pools, and sunnier weather. Now is the time that people are coming out of hibernation and looking for fun, outdoor activities to reconnect with neighbors and friends. If you are looking for ideas on how to spend your Memorial day weekend please enjoy the list and links below:
35th Annual Gaylord Street Fair – Sunday, May 25th through Monday, May 26th
16th Annual Downtown Denver Arts Festival – Friday, May 23rd through Sunday, May 25th
Denver Day Of Rock – Friday, May 23rd through Saturday May 24th
Denver Memorial Day Parade – Saturday, May 24th at 10:00 a.m.
The Denver Parade honoring those who have given their lives to serve and protect our country will be held near Civic Center Park at 14th and Court. It will be followed by the Veterans Memorial Day Tribute at the Veterans Monument.
The First Annual Denver Flea – Saturday, May 24th @ 2 p.m., City Park
A celebration of Colorado made food, beer and goods from local artisans. Come find unique gifts or that perfect vintage piece to complete your home.
Artstir Denver – Saturday, May 24th and Sunday, May 25th – Denver Pavillions
An art market exclusively showcasing Colorado Creatives designed to stir up the artist within all of us with a spirited blend of Colorado art, music, and fashion.
Denver Elitch Gardens and Water World also open this weekend. Enjoy cool fun in the Sun! Make it a splash!
We hope you have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend! If you would like more neighborhood information or have questions about buying or selling a home, please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer, 303-564-2245.
Vintage Homes of Denver recently sold this beautifully updated Queen Anne Victorian in the City Park neighborhood. Built in 1890, this home maintained most of its original details – trim, casings, high ceilings, period woodwork and original dining room cabinetry, while boasting an updated kitchen with new stainless steel Monogram GE Appliances and new custom countertops.
Many modern amenities were added such as central A/C, a new high efficiency furnace, large fully landscaped lot with private backyard deck, a detached oversized 2 car garage wired with 220, a new roof on the house and garage and remodeled bathrooms. This home also featured a large dining room, living room with custom bookshelves and gas fireplace, spacious entry foyer and staircase, hardwood floors throughout, window seats with storage, and three good sized bedrooms on the upper level with a master walk in closetThis home was the perfect blend between historically preserved details and modern upgrades. The location of this home is only 5 blocks to the 17th Ave. Restaurant Row, walking distance to the new Whittier Pub, 6 Blocks to beautiful City Park , and City Park Golf Course . The City Park neighborhood is well established with big trees and many beautiful historic homes. It is close to Downtown Denver and other attractions such as The Denver Zoo, and Museum of Nature and Science.
Please watch our YouTube Video of this property. If you are looking to buy or sell a home, we would be happy to discuss your needs. Please contact Jesse Sehlmeyer at 303-564-2245.
A good mortgage at a favorable interest rate is important to first time buyers as well as those with experience. You might end up paying more than you need to if you have a mortgage that is not ideal. This could even result in foreclosure in the worst circumstances. This article provides some valuable tips to make sure you get the right mortgage.
Bring your financial documents with you when you visit lenders. In the event that you arrive without sufficient documentation of your current earnings and other relevant information, you may quickly be dismissed, and asked to return when you do have everything in hand. Your lender will need to see all these documents. Bringing this paperwork with you during your first meeting will help you save time.
If there are sudden fluctuations in your financial standing, your mortgage application may be denied. You need a secure job before applying for a loan. Do not change jobs until you receive mortgage approval, as this could impact your application negatively.
If you are underwater on your home and have made failed attempts to refinance, give it another try. Recently, HARP has been changed to allow more homeowners to refinance. Speak to a lender now since many are open to Harp refinance options. If the lender is making things hard, look for another one.
Have your terms well-defined before you apply for a mortgage loan to help you keep your budget on track. It means you will need to not only consider the house you want, but the payments you can realistically make. No matter how awesome getting a new house is, if you’re not able to get it paid for you will be in trouble.
Predefine your terms before applying for a mortgage, not just to show the lender that you can handle the arrangements, but to keep your monthly budget aligned as well. Set a monthly payment ceiling based on your existing obligations. Despite how great that new home may appear, if you are strapped because of it, you will mots likely run into problems.
Make sure that you do not go over budget and have to pay more than 30% of your total income on your house loan. Paying more than this can cause financial problems for you. When your payments are manageable, it’s much easier to keep a balanced budget.
Line up your budget appropriately, so that 30 percent or less of your income goes to the mortgage. If your mortgage payment is too big, you will end up with problems when money is tight. Manageable payments leave your budget unscathed.
Be certain you have impeccable credit before you decide to apply for a mortgage. Lenders will study your personal credit history to make sure that you’re reliable. If your credit is bad, you must repair it before applying for a mortgage. This will improve your chances of acceptance.
If you’re denied the loan, don’t despair. Instead, visit another lender and apply for a mortgage. Every lender has it own criteria that the borrower must meet in order to get loan approval. Because of this, it is to your benefit to work with several lenders and go with the one that suits your needs the best.
If your mortgage application is initially denied, keep up your spirits. Try visiting another lender and applying for a mortgage. Each lender can set its own criteria for granting loans. It is for this reason, that it is beneficial to you to apply with different lenders.
As a first-time homebuyer, you may qualify for government programs. These programs can reduce closing costs, offer lower interest rates and even get your loan approved.
If your mortgage is for thirty years, making additional payments can help you pay it off more quickly. Anything extra you throw in will shave down your principal. You can pay your loan back faster if you can make extra payments.
Try to find the lowest available interest rate. Banks want you to pay a high interest rate. Don’t fall victim to this. Make sure you do some comparison shopping so you know your options.
Of all the loans you take out in your lifetime, a home mortgage is typically the largest and riskiest. It’s crucial to find the correct loan. Follow the advice presented here to get the very best deals in home mortgages.
Make extra payments whenever possible. This added payment will be applied to the principal amount. You can pay your loan back faster if you can make extra payments.
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The Victorian era in America was one of garish displays of wealth and influence, and the Victorian home offered a beautiful canvas. The combination of styles found in England, including the Romanesque, Shingle and Queen Anne, made for a distinctly American version of this popular architectural style.
Built primarily between 1870-1900, the these Denver homes were a monument to wealth and prestige. Grand entrances, turrets, gables, buttresses, stained glass windows and parapets ran rampant. Most Victorian homes were two or three stories tall and included parlors for men and women, ball rooms, music rooms, libraries, butler’s pantries, servants quarters and nurseries. Elaborate gardens and outdoor spaces made for pleasant venues to take tea.
Not to be outdone by wealthy neighbors, many middle-class families built smaller versions of the grandiose homes found nearby.
The newly implemented balloon-framing allowed for a freedom in home plans not before enjoyed. No longer restrained by strict timber framing, these homes allowed for irregular floor plans, sweeping overhangs, and other elaborate details. The use of machine cut mouldings, courtesy of the industrial revolution, led to even higher decorative style. Gingerbread, finials, grand staircases, and intricate interior trim are all necessary in the “proper” Victorian home.
While in other parts of the country, most Victorian homes are frame built with painted wooden exteriors, those in Denver are brick. After a fire wiped out a young Denver in 1863, the “Brick Ordinance” was instituted, requiring all new structures to be built of brick or stone. The ordinance was in place until the 1940’s.
The Victorian style met its demise as desirable Denver real estate after the Silver Panic of 1893. Those that had spent fortunes on the elaborate homes were broke. Future homeowners chose the Craftsman bungalow, Denver Square or Tudor-revival styles in consideration of their more reserved architecture.
Denver has managed to save many of her architectural “Grand Dames”. Many of these have been converted into office buildings, apartments or bed and breakfasts. However, some are still single-family homes. Examples of these early Denver homes are easily found in the neighborhoods of Capitol Hill, Highlands, City Park, Five Points, and Whittier with a few sprinkled around Wash Park.
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