2520 S Jackson St

Denver, CO 80222

$996,000
Price
3
Beds
2,606 Sq. Ft.
$382 / Sq. Ft.
2,606
Sq. Ft.
$382
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassPending
Listed By CompassPending
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Description

Located on coveted South Jackson Street in Observatory Park, this property offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Denver’s most sought-after neighborhoods. The expansive 20,600-square-foot (.47-acre) divisible lot provides multiple development paths for an owner-occupant, investor, or builder, including a new luxury single-family residence with an ADU, potential subdivision for two homes, or renovation of the existing residence, all subject to city approval. The current single-level 2,606-square-foot...Located on coveted South Jackson Street in Observatory Park, this property offers an exceptional opportunity in one of Denver’s most sought-after neighborhoods. The expansive 20,600-square-foot (.47-acre) divisible lot provides multiple development paths for an owner-occupant, investor, or builder, including a new luxury single-family residence with an ADU, potential subdivision for two homes, or renovation of the existing residence, all subject to city approval. The current single-level 2,606-square-foot brick ranch includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a west-facing living room with fireplace, a large flex or recreation room opening to the backyard, abundant storage, and an attached two-car garage—an ideal footprint for renovation or expansion. Architectural plans are available for a 4,000-square-foot, single-level luxury home, with plans already submitted and under review by the City of Denver, offering meaningful time and cost savings for a full remodel and expansion. Ideally positioned near the University of Denver and bordering University Park, Observatory Park, and Wellshire, the property offers convenient access to major routes, shopping, dining, and daily amenities, and is located within the highly desirable Merrill Middle School boundary. Buyer to verify all zoning, building, subdivision, and ADU requirements with the City of Denver.

Listing Agent

  1. Jen Widler

    Jen Widler

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jen.widler@compass.com

    P: (303)-552-7079

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Property Details for 2520 South Jackson Street

Structure Type
House
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern
Levels
One
Subdivision Name
Observatory Park
Association
No
Basement
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/11/2026 10:05 AM

Property Details for 2520 South Jackson Street

StatusPending
MLS #4018488
Days on Compass31
Taxes$7,990 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,600 SF
CountyDenver County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.8%

Location

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Building Information for 2520 South Jackson Street

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,520 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,854

Property Taxes

$666

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 2520 South Jackson Street

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 2606
  • Sqft Total: 2606
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 2606
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2606
  • Living SqFt: 2606
  • Area Source: Public Records
  • PSF Total: 382
  • PSF Above Grade: 382
  • PSF Finished: 382
  • Master on Main: Yes
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Room and Floor: Living Room-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-2, Kitchen-Main-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main-1, Laundry-Main-1, Family Room-Main-1, Bonus Room-Main-1, Bonus Room-Main-2, Bedroom-Main-1, Bedroom-Main-2, Bedroom-Main-3, Bathroom Full-Main-1
  • Room Count: 13
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters, No Stairs, Smoke Free
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Fire Alarm
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 0
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Large front-facing living room with hardwood floors, a wood burning fireplace, and an abundance of natural light
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Formal dining room with access to the kitchen, living room, and family room
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Highly functional kitchen with lots of cabinet space and hardwood flooring
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Open-concept casual dining area located in the kitchen featuring a built-in storage/coffee area
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Convenient 3/4 bathroom accessible through the laundry room
Room 6
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Separate laundry room with washer/dryer included
Room 7
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Oversized family room/bonus space/flex room located at the back of the property with views overlooking the sprawling back yard (so much potential)
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Bonus room accessible through the family room–great as a guest bedroom or home office
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Large additional bonus room with garage access–perfect as an additional living room, media room, game/play room, or create an entire guest suite
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Bright front-facing bedroom with hardwood floors and a reach-in closet
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Second bedroom featuring hardwood floors and a walk-in closet
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Third bedroom complete with two reach-in closets, a ceiling fan, built-in shelving, and a desk area
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Full hallway bathroom easily accessible from all bedrooms
Parking
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage (Attached), Off-Street
  • Parking Description: Garage (Attached)-2, Off-Street-2
  • Parking Details: 2
  • Parking Total: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Offstreet Spaces: 2
  • Parking Count: 4
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Reserved Spaces: 0
  • RV Spaces: 0
Association Information
Association Information
  • Association Fee Total Annual: $0
  • Senior Community: No
Site & Location Information
School Information
  • School Of Choice: Yes
  • Elementary School: University Park
  • Elementary School District: Denver 1
  • Middle Or Junior School: Merrill
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Denver 1
  • High School: South
  • High School District: Denver 1
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: .47
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 20600
  • Lot Features: Irrigated, Landscaped, Level, Near Public Transit, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Subdividable
  • Zoning: S-SU-D
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Accessibility Features: Level, Outbuildings, House Faces West, Paved, Gutters
  • Distance To Bus: 3
  • Distance To Bus Units: Blocks
  • Distance To Light Rail: 1
  • Distance To Light Rail Units: Miles
  • Property Exclusions: Seller's personal property
Building Information
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 1
  • Number of Out Buildings: 1.0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Smart Irrigation
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Property History for 2520 South Jackson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 8, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1542472411

$985,000

+10.0% / yr

Dec 20, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #343433656

$320,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/08/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1542472411

$985,000

+10.0% / yr

12/20/2012

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #343433656

$320,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2520 South Jackson Street

Taxable ValueLand$107,510Additions$70Total$107,580
Tax Record2024$7,990 ($666 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,606 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,606 SqFtStories1Lot Size20,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952ZoningS-SU-DCountyDENVERAPN05254-17-005-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2520 South Jackson Street

This home is within Denver County 1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
University Park Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Merrill Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
South High School
Public - 9 to 12
Montbello Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
University Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Merrill Middle School
Public6 to 8

South High School
Public9 to 12

Montbello Middle School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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