$6,413

closing credit¹

8509 Ames St Arvada, CO 80003

$540,000
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,064 sqft
0.2 acres
$262 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8509 Ames St

Affordable, adorable, and ready for you to make it your own! This charming Arvada ranch-style home offers over 2,000 SF of finished living space, including 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an attached garage. Nicely updated and move-in ready, this home combines convenience, comfort, and space! Step inside and discover easy, one-level living with the bonus of a fully finished basement. The updated eat-in kitchen boasts ample storage and generous prep space for the chef in your family. Just off the kitchen, the expansive Great Room provides the perfect gathering area, seamlessly connected to a sweet dining room—picture holidays and parties here! The main floor features two spacious bedrooms, including a king-sized primary suite with plenty of room for a full bedroom set. The second bedroom, currently a home office, is equally spacious and can easily accommodate a queen-sized suite. A full bath with contemporary finishes completes the main level. Additionally, just off the kitchen is an unheated sunroom—not included in the square footage—perfect as a plant room, hobby space, or future heated home office. The basement level adds versatility in another 1,000 SF of finished space including a large recreation room, two oversized and non-confirming bedrooms (no egress windows), and a ¾ bathroom with a walk-in shower. The basement also delivers a generously sized laundry room with additional storage, a hobby sink, and space for all your household needs. Step outside into the enormous backyard, a true highlight of this home! With plenty of space for barbecues, gardening, and play, this yard is ready to become your outdoor oasis. Fresh paint, new carpet, and simple updates ensure this home is move-in ready while leaving room to add your own flair. This home is not a flip—it was lovingly cared for as mom and dad’s house and is now ready for its next chapter. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a quality home in a great location—schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Pending)
CoolingEvaporative Cooling
Size2,064 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.21 Acres
Year built1968
MLS #5145109
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: 5145109
  • MLS Name: RECOLORADO
  • Office Name: Compass - Denver
  • Office Email: jenny@nostalgichomes.com
  • Listing Agent: Jennifer Apel

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 27, 2016
Home Sold
$275,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$27,138$2,632
2022$23,397$2,291
2021$24,070$2,329
2020$22,431$2,164
2019$22,588$1,778
2018$18,163$1,628
2017$20,081$1,594

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Little Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

8448 Otis Dr

5

Mesa Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.3 mi

9100 Lowell Blvd

5

Betty Adams Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

6450 W 95th Pl

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $81,250. The most common annual income of people living in Arvada, CO is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

32%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
25%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 8509 Ames St

This home is located at 8509 Ames St in Arvada, CO and zip code 80003 in the Far Horizons neighborhood. This 2,064 square foot home, which was built in 1968, sits on a 0.21 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $540,000.

While more than 37 listings in Arvada, CO in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 41 listings sold at asking price, and more than 84 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Arvada, CO decreased by 12.7% between November and December 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $625,026, while the average time on the real estate market was 49 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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