551 Cherokee St

Denver, CO 80204

$450,000
Price
2
Beds
1,104 Sq. Ft.
$408 / Sq. Ft.
1,104
Sq. Ft.
$408
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
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Description

Charming historic bungalow nestled in the heart of the vibrant Baker neighborhood! This home exudes character, with a welcoming covered front porch perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors gracing part of the main level, soaring high ceilings, and a cozy layout ready to inspire your personal touch.
The partially finished basement offers flexibility—whether you envision a family room, home office, or creative space. The second bedroom is nonconforming -...Charming historic bungalow nestled in the heart of the vibrant Baker neighborhood! This home exudes character, with a welcoming covered front porch perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors gracing part of the main level, soaring high ceilings, and a cozy layout ready to inspire your personal touch.

The partially finished basement offers flexibility—whether you envision a family room, home office, or creative space. The second bedroom is nonconforming - no closet. Outside, the small yard is ideal for summer BBQs, gardening, or giving your furry friends a place to roam.

Location? It doesn’t get much better. Just steps from Denver Health and minutes from downtown, this property is a fantastic opportunity for hospital workers, city commuters, or savvy investors. Plus, you’re a stone’s throw from First Friday art walk on Santa Fe, shops, delicious restaurants, and parks.

This bungalow has been a reliable rental for years and is now ready for someone with vision to make it their own. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, an investor, or a dreamer who loves a touch of history, this home is calling your name!

Listing Agent

  1. Kathy McBane

    Kathy McBane

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    kathy.mcbane@compass.com

    P: (303)-641-8642

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Property Details for 551 Cherokee Street

Structure Type
House
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Levels
One
Stories
1
Subdivision Name
Baker
Association
No
Basement
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 01/08/2026 05:40 PM

Property Details for 551 Cherokee Street

StatusActive
MLS #5214722
Days on Compass29
Taxes$2,032 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential-Detached
Year Built1896
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,575 SF
CountyDenver County

Location

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Building Information for 551 Cherokee Street

Stories-Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,575 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,363 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,193

Property Taxes

$169

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 551 Cherokee Street

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 1104
  • Sqft Total: 1104
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 1104
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 751
  • Living SqFt: 751
  • Sq Ft Apx: 353
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0
  • Area Source: Public Records
  • PSF Total: 408
  • PSF Above Grade: 599
  • PSF Finished: 408
  • Master on Main: Yes
  • Room and Floor: Bedroom-Main-1, Bedroom-Main-2, Kitchen-Main-1, Living Room-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Family Room-Basement-1, Workshop-Basement-1, Bathroom Full-Main-1
  • Room Count: 8
  • Basement: Partial
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/e1ba68a5-7821-4b8a-a526-a645c0bf7280?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 0
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 9
  • Room Width: 13
Room 2
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 9
  • Room Width: 13
Room 3
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 11
Room 4
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 18
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Non conforming. No closet.
  • Room Length: 11
  • Room Width: 11
Room 6
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Partially finished family room space in basement
  • Room Length: 19
  • Room Width: 15
Room 7
  • Room Type: Workshop
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Length: 6
  • Room Width: 6
Parking
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Type: Off-Street
  • Parking Description: Off-Street-1
  • Parking Details: 1
  • Parking Total: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Offstreet Spaces: 1
  • Parking Count: 1
  • 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
  • Elementary School: DCIS at Fairmont
  • Elementary School District: Denver 1
  • Middle Or Junior School: KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Denver 1
  • High School: KIPP Denver Collegiate High School
  • High School District: Denver 1
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: .04
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1575
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Zoning: U-RH-2.5
  • Property Exclusions: None
Building Information
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Other
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Property History for 551 Cherokee Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 30, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #230899352

$168,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/30/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #230899352

$168,000

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

Public Records for 551 Cherokee Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,730Additions$19,920Total$25,650
Tax Record2024$2,032 ($169 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt676 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt676 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,575 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1896ZoningU-RH-2.5CountyDENVERAPN05102-04-004-000

Schools near 551 Cherokee Street

This home is within Denver County 1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Denver Center For International Studies At Fairmont
Public - PK to 5
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy
Charter - 5 to 8
Kepner Beacon Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Compass Academy
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Denver Center For International Studies At Fairmont
PublicPK to 5

Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy
Charter5 to 8

Kepner Beacon Middle School
Public6 to 8

Compass Academy
Charter6 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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More information about 551 Cherokee Street, Denver, CO 80204

551 Cherokee Street is a single family home for sale in Denver, CO 80204. This property was listed for sale on January 8, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 29 days and was last sold on November 30, 2007. This listing's school district is Denver County 1 School District. Nearby schools include Denver Center For International Studies At Fairmont, Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy and Kepner Beacon Middle School. 551 Cherokee Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,104 sqft single family home built in 1896.

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