#7234182, Heather Slump, Listing Office: Rhae Group Realty

12825 W 81st Ave Arvada, CO 80005
Property details
About 12825 W 81st Ave
Welcome to an exceptional custom home in the prestigious Alkire Estates, where contemporary elegance and a prime location come together seamlessly. Situated on a beautifully landscaped lot within walking distance to Ralston Valley High School, this rare, one-of-a-kind residence offers both sophistication and convenience. Enter through the custom front door into a cozy foyer and on your left is the office with custom built-in cabinetry & is paired with a private 3/4 bath & bench seating, making it easily adaptable as a 6th bedroom. An intimate formal dining room sits adjacent to the entryway adorned by a small butler’s pantry, perfect for those elegant gatherings. The stunning wrought iron staircase creates a dramatic focal point as you move toward the heart of the home. The spacious living room, with soaring 20ft ceilings, electric blinds, and an ornate fireplace, is ideal for entertaining. The north walls of windows bring in abundant natural light and connect seamlessly to the open-concept family room, breakfast nook, & kitchen. The kitchen features a custom granite eat-in island, stainless steel appliances, luxurious cabinetry, a hidden walk-in pantry & gas cooktop. Step out to the back patio; overlooking the backyard & play area. Nearby, the mudroom includes custom cabinetry for coats & shoes, a storage closet, & spacious laundry area with sink, folding counters. Ascend the grand staircase to the primary suite, enhanced by crown molding, a decorative ceiling & a generous walk-in closet. Enjoy your elegant soaking tub, an expansive glass-enclosed shower & private windows for natural light. The upper level also includes 3 large bedrooms, each with its own unique private en-suite bathroom, 2 full, 1-3/4. The finished basement features a custom fireplace, wetbar, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, wine fridge & abundant cabinetry. A full bathroom & large flex space offer endless possibilities for a media room, gym, guest suite, or additional bedroom.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Five Piece Bath, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Primary Suite, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Basement, Gas, Great Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Concrete
- Exterior: Fire Pit, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Mountain Contemporary, Traditional
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,875,000
- Price/SqFt: $344
- HOA Amount: $130
- HOA Frequency: Monthly
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,365
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Landscaped, Open Lot, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Year Built: 2005
- Living Area: 5,435 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.41 Acres
- MLS Number: 5225659
- MLS Name: RECOLORADO
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty 24
- Office Phone: (303) 409-1300
- Listing Agent: Mark Cooper
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
May 18, 2005 | Home Sold | $850,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $86,244 | $8,365 |
2022 | $69,856 | $6,841 |
2021 | $71,866 | $6,954 |
2020 | $65,614 | $6,331 |
2019 | $66,073 | $6,235 |
2018 | $63,678 | $5,707 |
2017 | $70,399 | $5,601 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
9
Meiklejohn Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.5 mi
•13405 W 83rd Pl
7
Van Arsdale Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•7535 Alkire St
8
Sierra Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•7751 Oak St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $117,526. Typical income of Arvada, CO residents is between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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About 12825 W 81st Ave
The listing price of 12825 W 81st Ave property is $1,875,000.
The property 12825 W 81st Ave is a house located in Arvada, Colorado, 80005.
Active Listing: 12825 W 81st Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12825 W 81st Ave are: Meiklejohn Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Van Arsdale Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Sierra Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Oberon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lincoln Charter Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Wayne Carle Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ralston Valley Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Excel Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Arvada West High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $8,365 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 18, 2005 for $850,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 12825 W 81st Ave has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 12825 W 81st Ave is 5,435 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12825 W 81st Ave is 2005.
This home is located at 12825 W 81st Ave in Arvada, CO and zip code 80005 in the Alkire Estates neighborhood. This 5,435 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 0.41 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,875,000.
Over 59 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Arvada, CO. In the same period over 70 listings were sold below the listed price and 44 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Arvada, CO increased by 9.4% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $629,068 and the average listing age was 27 days.