#5970367, David Porter, Listing Office: Rustic Realty Co

1455 La Mesa St Colorado Springs, CO 80904
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About 1455 La Mesa St
Welcome to the Wood-Peterson House! This ICONIC 1951 MIDCENTURY MODERN MASTERPIECE is a one-of-a-kind home designed by renowned architect ELIZABETH WRIGHT INGRAHAM (granddaughter of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright), nestled on an incredibly PRIVATE 1.5+ acre lot with inspiring PIKES PEAK VIEWS. As you pull up to this property, you have no idea what you're in store for once you step inside! Showcasing the best of midcentury design, this home offers WORLD CLASS VIEWS, and brings the outdoors in through its design. The residence has a sprawling MULTILEVEL floorplan with multiple living spaces, 4 bedrooms & 3 baths. Off the foyer at the main entrance is a casual sitting room (formerly a charming art studio) attached to the Primary Suite with wall-to-wall bookshelves and an en-suite bath. As you proceed through the home toward the Living Room, take a moment to appreciate the front & center Pikes Peak view, the stone and concrete walls, and the architectural details everywhere you turn. In the lower level Living Room, notice the built-in seating, wood burning fireplace with copper hood, and concrete floors. The adjacent dining area has built-in display shelves and drawers - all original! The large kitchen windows overlook an outdoor raised planter and the large patio. Bedroom #2 is a small suite with en suite bath, built-in desk/vanity, bookshelves and sweeping views. Bedrooms 3 & 4 are at the other end of the home, along with a casual Family Room with wood stove. It's less than 5 minutes to downtown, the Old North End or Old Colorado City, with easy access to I25, however you'll feel like you are a world away. Recent upgrades include a NEW ROOF (2022), NEW GAS LINE TO HOME (2017), SEPTIC (2015) and NEW FURNACE (2016). This property has only been for sale ONCE before - truly a rare opportunity to own a PIECE OF COLORADO SPRINGS ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY. You've never seen a home like this! ***See uploaded video tour & 3D tour, plus add'l documents with even more details.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
- Interior: Built-in Features
- Fireplace: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Unpaved, Gravel
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $1,200,000
- Price/SqFt: $394
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,608
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Many Trees, Mountainous, Open Lot
- Directions: I-25 to Uintah St, West on Uintah, Right on Mesa Rd, Right on La Mesa St, 1st drive on the right
- Year Built: 1951
- Living Area: 3,045 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.54 Acres
- MLS Number: 2547789
- MLS Name: RECOLORADO
- Office Name: Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty
- Office Phone: (719) 535-0355
- Listing Agent: Monica Shea
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $41,770 | $1,608 |
2022 | $36,540 | $1,655 |
2021 | $37,590 | $1,796 |
2020 | $30,860 | $1,609 |
2019 | $30,860 | $1,479 |
2018 | $27,360 | $1,401 |
2017 | $27,360 | $1,107 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Bristol Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.7 mi
•890 N Walnut St
8
Steele Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.3 mi
•1720 N Weber St
3
Midland Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.5 mi
•2110 Broadway Ave
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 $43,447. The majority of Colorado Springs, CO residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 1455 La Mesa St
The listing price of 1455 La Mesa St property is $1,200,000.
The property 1455 La Mesa St is a house located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80904.
Active Listing: 1455 La Mesa St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1455 La Mesa St are: Bristol Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Steele Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Midland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Academy for Advanced and Creative Learning (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Holmes Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Community Preparatory Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Palmer High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Coronado High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,608 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1455 La Mesa St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 1455 La Mesa St is 3,045 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1455 La Mesa St is 1951.
This home is located at 1455 La Mesa St in Colorado Springs, CO and zip code 80904 in the Mesa / Indian Heights neighborhood. This 3,045 square foot home, which was built in 1951, sits on a 1.54 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,200,000.
Colorado Springs, CO housing market in April 2025 saw over 79 listings sold above listed price, more than 71 sold at listed price and over 113 sold below. Between March and April 2025, Colorado Springs, CO real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 46.1%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $478,588, while the average time on the real estate market was 48 days.