Backup offers
$7,814 Closing Credit¹
#7345218, Tracy Sheldon, Listing office: Sheldon Properties, LLC
#8934748·
Listing office: Milehimodern·
Listing agent: Lauren Valinoti·
Listing office phone: 303-876-1073
$690,000 List price
6535 Balsam St Arvada, CO 80004
$8,194
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 2 partial
2,848 sqft
0.2 acres
$242 / sqft
House
Property details
About 6535 Balsam St
MOUNTAIN VIEWS // HOUSE HACK // INCOME POTENTIAL // MULTI GENERATIONAL LIVING // Perched in Scenic Heights, this inviting home blends timeless charm with flexible living. Wrapped in a classic brick exterior, this residence offers a spacious floorplan designed to capture natural light and sweeping mountain views. A welcoming living room with a cozy fireplace opens seamlessly to the dining area, where glass French doors lead to an expansive deck — perfect for indoor-outdoor entertaining. The bright kitchen features all-white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, while the dedicated laundry room with a washer and dryer set adds everyday ease. The laundry is accessible for both top and bottom units. The walkout basement includes a separate lock-off 2 bedroom suite complete with a large living area, kitchenette and full bathroom perfect for multigenerational living or rental income. Mature trees frame the private backyard, offering ample space for pets or gardening. Additional storage space is found in a two-car attached garage. Offering easy access to all that Arvada has to offer, this home pairs comfort and versatility in a prime location. House Hacking - Renting out one of the levels allows you to help pay a portion of your mortgage. The washer and dry is located in the basement and it can be locked off to ensure the basement has full privacy and the top unit still has access. The basement unit can gain access through the double doors located on the bottom unit for full privacy. Arvada short term rental rules allow for an investor/non-owner occupant to purchase the home to use as an airbnb. Average rents in the area for a 2 bed is $2100+ for a 12 month lease. ???????The large bedroom on the main floor could be divided to make an additional bedroom to help increase rents to $2900 a month for a 3 bed. keywords: airbnb , abnb , short term , short-term , invest , investor , rent , rental , STR.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingEvaporative Cooling
Size2,848 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.21 Acres
Year built1959
MLS #8934748
Attached garage2 spaces
FireplaceCirculating, Living Room
ViewMountain(s)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, In-Law Floorplan, Open Floorplan, Radon Mitigation System
- Fireplace: Circulating, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- View: Mountain(s)
- Exterior: Fire Pit, Garden, Lighting, Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Electric, Forced Air
- Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
- List Price: $690,000
- Price/SqFt: $242
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,100
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Many Trees, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
- Year Built: 1959
- Living Area: 2,848 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.21 Acres
- MLS Number: 8934748
- MLS Name: RECOLORADO
- Office Name: Milehimodern
- Office Phone: (303) 876-1073
- Listing Agent: Lauren Valinoti
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2021 | Home Sold | $615,000 |
| Dec 17, 2018 | Home Sold | $470,000 |
| Mar 31, 2016 | Home Sold | $415,000 |
| Jan 05, 1999 | Home Sold | $135,900 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $42,279 | $4,100 |
| 2022 | $34,374 | $3,366 |
| 2021 | $35,363 | $3,422 |
| 2020 | $30,252 | $2,919 |
| 2019 | $30,464 | $2,957 |
| 2018 | $30,201 | $2,707 |
| 2017 | $33,388 | $2,161 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Peck Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.2 mi
•6495 Carr St
3
Secrest Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•6875 W 64th Ave
6
Lawrence Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•5611 Zephyr 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 $42,059. The most common annual income of people living in Arvada, CO is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
65%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
32%
35-64 yrs old
31%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Pro Boxing
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Burlington
Foot Locker
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Boston Market
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Nissan
Honda
Kia
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Adult Contemporary
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 6535 Balsam St
The listing price of 6535 Balsam St property is $690,000.
The property 6535 Balsam St is a house located in Arvada, Colorado, 80004.
Active Listing: 6535 Balsam St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 6535 Balsam St are: Peck Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Secrest Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lawrence Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Arvada K-8 School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North Arvada Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lincoln Charter Academy (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Arvada High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Two Roads 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 $4,100 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 26, 2021 for $615,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 6535 Balsam St has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 6535 Balsam St is 2,848 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 6535 Balsam St is 1959.
This home is located at 6535 Balsam St in Arvada, CO and zip code 80004 in the Scenic Heights neighborhood. This 2,848 square foot home, which was built in 1959, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $690,000.
Arvada, CO housing market in May 2025 saw over 64 listings sold above listed price, more than 46 sold at listed price and over 62 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Arvada, CO increased by 14.6% between April and May 2025. While the average time on the market in May 2025 was 25 days, the median list price was $629,694.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.