12861 E Mexico Ave, Aurora, CO 80012
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OFF MARKET

$493,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,368 sqft

12861 E Mexico Ave, Aurora, CO 80012

Utah Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,920/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 20, 2021 for $508,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$494K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-1.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$19K (-3.7%)
Since last sale
Decreased$14K (-2.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +73% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$494K
August 2026$500K
July 2026$502K
June 2026$510K
May 2026$511K
April 2026$512K
March 2026$510K
February 2026$510K
January 2026$500K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
12852 E Mexico Avenue, Aurora, CO
0.03
Single-Family Home
$559,000
09/24/25
3
2.5
2,782
1669 S Uvalda Street, Aurora, CO
0.17
Single-Family Home
$450,000
01/20/26
4
3
2,248
1526 S Ursula Court, Aurora, CO
0.19
Single-Family Home
$525,000
09/01/26
5
3
2,395
12831 E Mexico Avenue, Aurora, CO
0.04
Single-Family Home
$435,000
12/31/25
3
2
2,128
1578 S Vaughn Circle, Aurora, CO
0.25
Single-Family Home
$499,000
01/30/26
4
2.5
2,540
11992 E Mexico Avenue, Aurora, CO
0.40
Single-Family Home
$510,000
06/10/26
4
2.5
2,040
1540 S Troy Street, Aurora, CO
0.16
Single-Family Home
$467,500
05/11/26
3
2
1,976
1545 S Vaughn Circle, Aurora, CO
0.30
Single-Family Home
$507,500
06/15/26
4
3
2,916
13154 E Florida Place, Aurora, CO
0.24
Single-Family Home
$510,000
10/10/25
3
3.5
2,580
12149 E Oregon Drive, Aurora, CO
0.28
Single-Family Home
$459,000
03/07/26
4
2
1,976

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
12879 E Oregon Drive, Aurora, CO 80012
0.05
$389,900
3
3
2,248
Off Market
12852 E Mexico Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
0.03
$537,800
3
2.5
2,782
Off Market
12831 E Mexico Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
0.04
$435,000
3
2
2,128
Recently Sold
12892 E Mexico Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012
0.08
$537,700
4
3
2,143
Off Market
1754 S Troy Street, Aurora, CO 80012
0.07
$502,100
4
3.5
2,758
Off Market
12829 E Oregon Drive, Aurora, CO 80012
0.09
$498,100
4
2
1,877
Off Market
1553 S Tucson Street, Aurora, CO 80012
0.12
$490,000
4
2
1,976
For Sale
1591 S Titan Court, Aurora, CO 80012
0.11
$520,700
3
2
1,976
Off Market
1691 S Troy Street, Aurora, CO 80012
0.11
$454,700
4
3
1,927
Off Market
1628 S Ursula Court, Aurora, CO 80012
0.15
$438,700
3
2
2,248
Off Market
1576 S Ursula Court, Aurora, CO 80012
0.16
$425,300
4
2
1,976
Off Market
1722 S Uvalda Street, Aurora, CO 80012
0.17
$509,900
3
2.5
2,730
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 12861 E Mexico Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1973
2,368 sqft
$209/sqft
Garage

About this House

Unique opportunity for even lower rent. Calling all Househackers! Beautiful ranch home with a separate guest house/tiny house in the garage. The tiny home with a separate entrance is fully furnished and will be Airbnb'd. Long-term renter can assist in managing the small Airbnb in exchange for a reduced rent. The main house is 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms that has been recently upgraded and freshly painted. Get ready to entertain in style with a paradise of a backyard, fully loaded with garden beds, multiple decks, a few sheds and fire pits for hosting stellar parties! The kitchen is updated with granite countertops and new back splash. Additionally, the main house has an additional kitchen and living space in the basement that could function perfectly for in-laws, older or adult children/friend, entertaining area, etc! Many opportunities and space on this property. Tenants pay utilities.

Close to shops, restaurants, 1/2 block from Utah Park, 2 blocks to Jewell Wetlands Park, and a quick trip to I-225, Lowry, and Anschutz medical campus.

Email for an application: ariseurbanhomes @ gmail.com

Required review of credit score and minimum requirement, criminal background check, and eviction history. Pending an application to reserve this property requires security deposit and first months rent deposit.

Please only inquire if you meet the following criteria:

-Applicant must have current photo identification and a valid social security number.

-Applicant's monthly household income must exceed 2.5 times the rent. All income must be from a verifiable source. Unverifiable income will not be considered.

-Applicant may not have any evictions or unpaid judgments from previous landlords.

-At landlord's discretion, compensating factors such as an additional security deposit or co-signer (guarantor) may be required for qualification if Applicant fails to meet any one of the above requirements. In the event of multiple applicants, tenancy will be granted to the most qualified, based on the above criteria.

-Applicant's credit score must be a minimum of 600.

-A background check will be conducted on all applicants over 18. Applicant's background must exhibit a pattern of responsibility.

-All applicants must be non-smokers.

Call or Email for an application to ariseurbanhomes @ gmail.com

12 month lease.

Tenant Pays Utilities (Water, Electricity, Gas). There are solar panels to help with Electricity. Owner pays for garbage.

No Smoking allowed.

There are 5 parking spots on premises.
12861 E Mexico Ave, Aurora, CO 80012 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,368 sqft single-family home in Utah Park, built in 1973. It last sold for $508,000 on Oct 20, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2024 with an asking price of $2,995 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 31, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $493,900, with a rent estimate of $3,060/month.

Home Details for 12861 E Mexico Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Family Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherDeckExterior: WoodGarden
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Off Street, Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973Year Updated: 2019
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 31, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
May 19, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,900
Price decreased by 3%
May 1, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,995
Nov 22, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Nov 1, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,600

Market trends in Aurora

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$461K
$1.97KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$223
$2MoM
Available listings
2115
14MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Utah Park
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What Locals Say about Utah Park

At least 20 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 43 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Frank E. Tagader
    "Fantastic. I work from home. I no longer commute to work. But if I did, light rail and the interstate are very convenient. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have easy access to rail and highways going South. It’s a quick drive or ride to my office complex. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not unique but it had a lot of charm and character. Just a pleasant neighborhood that is top notch for Aurora. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it a family friendly area that dogs are welcome in. there is a lot of greenery and safe places to go."
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  • Alanalight16
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 17 years, it’s quiet and residential, but diverse and close to so much! I work in Cherry Creek and it takes me 20 minutes to get to work, The restaurants at Landmark in Greenwood Village are 10 minutes away and the local community is very nice"
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  • Alanalight16
    "There’s quite a few parks and good green space for dog owners, you see people walking their dogs all the time"
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  • Jacqueline G.
    "Dogs are everywhere. This is the place to be with animals. Cats, dogs, or any domestic pets. It's nice to see children walking their dogs. Fun neighborhood. "
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  • Nicholas S.
    "Utah Park has always been a great place to go for recreational activities. Growing up, it was the place to go for swimming and summer activities."
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  • Nicholas S.
    "It is a large park that is great for taking your dogs for a walk."
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  • Nicholas S.
    "Usually peaceful and easy commute. Easy to navigate and multiple transportation options."
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  • Nicholas S.
    "Great place to bring your children if you are on a budget."
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  • Devojane d.
    "You can always go and have fun -- whether it's swimming or just having a fun day at the park."
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  • Jonathan D.
    "I don't know that it is unique. It is a good, solid, middle class neighborhood with lots of hardworking people that care about each other."
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  • Jonathan D.
    "I do not have a dog, so I'm not the person to ask. I see people walking them frequently and they seem to clean up after their pets."
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  • Devojane d.
    "Dog owners will like it because their dog has lots of room to play and run around."
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  • Jonathan D.
    "Since I work from home the commute isn't an issue. The roadways are generally not that congested, but the area freeways are a nightmare. You have to have patience."
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  • Devojane d.
    "The commute is about a good 5 minutes -- easy to walk or drive to anything."
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  • Jonathan D.
    "It's a good place to raise a family. "
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  • Granger C.
    "It's a close-knit neighborhood. It is also very close to Overland High School making attendance an ease."
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  • Granger C.
    "There is a giant circle around the park for walking. Also there are poop bags everywhere to clean up after your dog."
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  • Granger C.
    "I tend to stay in my area. If i wanted to leave 225, is a short drive down Mississippi."
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  • Granger C.
    "Kids are a little rough in the area. Good food truck on Peoria and Mississippi."
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  • Chianna T.
    "The trail around the lake is beautiful. It is a great walk in nice weather."
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  • Chianna T.
    "Turning left on Peoria is a nightmare and the light at Mexico towards Jewell is a death trap."
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  • Chianna T.
    "A lot of teenagers hang out and rough up the park."
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Frequently asked questions about 12861 E Mexico Ave

  • What is 12861 E Mexico Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 12861 E Mexico Ave in Aurora, CO is $493,900.
  • What is the price history for 12861 E Mexico Ave?
    12861 E Mexico Ave in Aurora, CO last sold for $508,000 in October 2021.
  • Is Aurora a buyer's or seller's market?
    Aurora is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Aurora?
    The median sale price in Aurora is $461K. That is down $1.97K from the prior month.
  • Does 12861 E Mexico Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 12861 E Mexico Ave in Aurora, CO has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 12861 E Mexico Ave?
    The lot at 12861 E Mexico Ave in Aurora, CO is about 0.21 acres (9,147 sq ft).

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