801 S Ellipse Way

4,337 Sq. Ft.
$1,383 / Sq. Ft.
4,337
Sq. Ft.
$1,383
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An exceptional expression of restraint, proportion, and material clarity, this International Style Bonnie Brae residence articulates rare design detail and refined livability. Inspired by its 1939 Post-Art Deco origins, then expanded and reimagined by its designer owner with Boss Architecture in 2018, this iconic home occupies a commanding corner lot overlooking Ellipse Park. Inside, main level poured terrazzo floors, quarter-sawn walnut hardwoods, and polished concrete establish a sophisticated...An exceptional expression of restraint, proportion, and material clarity, this International Style Bonnie Brae residence articulates rare design detail and refined livability. Inspired by its 1939 Post-Art Deco origins, then expanded and reimagined by its designer owner with Boss Architecture in 2018, this iconic home occupies a commanding corner lot overlooking Ellipse Park. Inside, main level poured terrazzo floors, quarter-sawn walnut hardwoods, and polished concrete establish a sophisticated foundation. Interior volumes are carefully oriented for natural light and lined with custom built-in furniture, Modernist windows, and rounded architectural edges. The Bulthaup kitchen is organized around a generous island with stainless steel countertops, Gaggenau, Miele, and Sub-Zero appliances, a built-in refrigerator, espresso machine, dual cooktops, and hidden conveniences such as a toe-kick central-vac dust catch, hardwired blinds, Savant smart systems. Indoor-outdoor living is elevated by a heated, covered patio with a built-in grill and integrated sound that extends into the private, elevated backyard. Luxurious baths feature seamless glass + Vitraform sinks, floor to ceiling quartzite, linear drains, heated floors, a steam shower, jetted soaking tub. The primary suite offers an indoor-outdoor retreat with a secluded rooftop garden balcony, fireplace, walk-in wardrobe with island and skylight, and a full laundry suite. This home’s enhanced, comprehensive, wellness-forward systems include HEPA air filtration, a whole-house humidifier, water softener, hot water recirculation, and advanced water filtration with re-mineralizer. Two separate, attached garages for 3 cars, plus a parking pad and driveway offer an expansive motor depot. Abundant custom storage, cedar closets, built-in seating, and a separate workshop create a polished lower level. This stunning home is a contemporary reinterpretation of Bauhaus ideals, executed with scholarly precision.
  1. Listed by Kim O'Connor • Milehimodern • kim.oconnor@milehimodern.com,303-885-0502

Property Details for 801 South Ellipse Way

Structure Type
House
Levels
Two
Stories
2
Subdivision Name
Bonnie Brae
Association
No
Basement
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 01/20/2026 03:40 PM

Property Details for 801 South Ellipse Way

StatusActive
MLS #2553266
Days on Compass6
Taxes$18,073 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential-Detached
Year Built1939
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,250 SF
CountyDenver County

Location

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Building Information for 801 South Ellipse Way

Stories-Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,250 SF

Payment Calculator

$30,749 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$29,243

Property Taxes

$1,506

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 801 South Ellipse Way

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 4337
  • Sqft Total: 4337
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 4039
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3291
  • Living SqFt: 3291
  • Sq Ft Apx: 748
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 298
  • Area Source: Public Records
  • PSF Total: 1383
  • PSF Above Grade: 1823
  • PSF Finished: 1486
  • Master on Main: Yes
  • Direction Faces: Southeast
  • Room and Floor: Living Room-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Kitchen-Main-1, Family Room-Main-1, Bedroom-Main-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Main-1, Master Bedroom-Upper-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Upper-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Upper-2, Bedroom-Upper-1, Laundry-Upper-1, Workshop-Basement-1, Bathroom Full-Basement-1
  • Room Count: 13
  • Basement: Bath/Stubbed, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Partial, Sump Pump
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: Central Air, Other
  • HVAC Description: EnergyRecoveryVentilator
  • Interior Features: Audio/Video Controls, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Central Vacuum, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite, Radon Mitigation System, Smart Thermostat, Smart Window Coverings, Smoke Free, Sound System, Stainless Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wired for Data
  • Security Features: Security System, Smart Cameras, Video Doorbell, Water Leak/Flood Alarm
  • Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s), Egress Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Sump Pump, Washer, Water Purifier, Water Softener
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Laundry Features: Sink, In Unit
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 0
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: -sunken living room, curved front windows, fireplace, quarter-sawn walnut hardwood floors, custom stainless surround railing
Room 2
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: -dining area includes Bulthaup bar + built-in cabinetry, terrazzo floors; sliding dining room doors open seamlessly to backyard with covered custom concrete patio, stainless ceiling panels, built-in heaters + Lynx grill for outdoor kitchen/entertaining
Room 3
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: -Bulthaup cabinets, Gaggenau, SubZero, Miele appliances, built-in coffee, induction + gas cooktops, Vola taps, oversized island, stainless steel countertops, Sub-Zero fridge, ceiling-mounted vent/hood, hidden bar with instant hot/cold filtered water
Room 4
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: -sun-drenched den has wall-to-wall windows on 3 sides, custom walnut grain-matched cabinetry with hideaway desk, sliding entertainment cabinets, shelving, drawers
Room 5
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: -main floor bedroom has 2 closets, corner windows, walnut hardwood floors
Room 6
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: -main floor bath with shower, heated floors, penny-round tile, custom mirror/vanity/glass, Vitraform vessel sink, Vola + Duravit fixtures
Room 7
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: -fireplace, custom walnut bedroom built-in (king) wall-to-wall walnut custom furniture + nightstands, built-in hidden/rising TV, oculus window, private rooftop patio overlooking Bonnie Brae's beloved Ellipse Park
Room 8
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: -oversized skylight, restored vintage lighting, 2 separate custom vanities with seamless countertop glass sinks + storage cabinets, Vola wall-mounted fixtures, heated floors, Robern medicine cabinets, steam + rain shower, separate WC + bidet
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: -light and bright corner windows have peekaboo front range views; custom built-in bed surround with grain-matched solid walnut furniture + closet system that includes cabinets, drawers, shelves
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: -second upstairs bedroom has ensuite bath with rain shower, skylight, Vola + Duravit fixtures, seamless glass sink + countertop, Robern medicine cabinet, heated floors
Room 11
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: -primary suite includes large 2nd floor laundry room with stackable W/D, textured floor tile, soapstone backsplash + countertop workspace, hidden ironing board drawer, mini-fridge, sink, cabinetry + storage solutions for linens/hanging, oculus wall opening frames architectural glass block stairwell
Room 12
  • Room Type: Workshop
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: -drywalled bike workshop has egress window, utility sink
Room 13
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: -jetted soaking tub, waterfall feature, custom vanity, shower, Robern medicine cabinet, terrazzo tile, heated floors
Parking
Parking
  • Parking Features: 220 Volts, Concrete, Dry Walled, Lighted, Oversized
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage (Attached), Off-Street
  • Parking Description: Garage (Attached)-2, Garage (Attached)-1, Off-Street-2
  • Parking Details: 2, 1
  • Parking Total: 3
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Offstreet Spaces: 2
  • Parking Count: 5
  • 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: Cory
  • 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: .19
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8250
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Many Trees, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Zoning: E-SU-DX
  • Property Exclusions: Seller's personal property and/or staging items.
Building Information
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Membrane
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Gas Grill, Gas Valve, Lighting, Private Yard
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rooftop
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Internet Access (Wired), Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Electric: Electric

Public Records for 801 South Ellipse Way

Taxable ValueLand$67,060Additions$167,830Total$234,890
Tax Record2024$18,073 ($1,506 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,039 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,291 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt748 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated2019ZoningE-SU-DXCountyDENVERAPN05134-10-022-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 801 South Ellipse Way

This home is within Denver County 1 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 1 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cory Elementary School
Public1 to 5

Merrill Middle School
Public6 to 8

South High School
Public9 to 12

Noel Community Arts School
Public6 to 12

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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801 South Ellipse Way is a single family home for sale in Denver, CO 80209. This property was listed for sale on January 20, 2026 by Milehimodern, it's currently listed at $6,000,000. This listing's school district is Denver County 1 School District. Nearby schools include Cory Elementary School, Merrill Middle School and South High School. 801 South Ellipse Way is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 4,337 sqft single family home built in 1939.

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