5525 E Amherst Avenue, Denver, CO 80222
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SOLD
JUL 17, 2026

5525 E Amherst Avenue
Denver, CO 80222

Hampden
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,184 sqft

$549,000

Last Sold: Jul 17, 2026
$251/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,066/mo*
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$549,000

Last Sold: Jul 17, 2026
$251/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,066/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,184 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Excellent updated 3 bed/2 bath mid-century brick ranch in great location with easy access to I-25 & close proximity to Bible Park, Bradley Elementary School, University Hills Plaza shopping/restaurants & more. 3 bedrooms on main floor + ability to add future 4th basement bedroom (with ensuite bath) with minimal work. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops & tile backsplash. Living room, dining room, and all bedrooms with solid oak hardwood floors. Basement with large rec room, 3/4 bath, laundry & large storage room. Basement 3/4 bath was recently remodeled in 2024 with new shower pan & shower tile. Main floor bathroom features updated tile & new vanity. New roof to be installed /before buyer's closing. Other updates include new exterior paint (2026), new cedar fence (2026), EV wiring to garage for future EV charger, new door from garage to back patio, new main floor bathroom vanity, new ceiling fans & various light fixtures, double pane windows, & plantation style shutters. Insulation has been added in all exterior walls (except bathroom). New roof to be installed by seller before closing. 1 car attached drywalled garage with access door to home + to back patio & EV wiring in place for future EV charger. All kitchen appliances + washer & dryer included. Basement refrigerator also included. South facing driveway means snow melts quickly & less snow shoveling.
5525 E Amherst Avenue, Denver, CO 80222 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,184 sqft single-family home in Hampden, built in 1955. It last sold for the $549,000 asking price on Jul 17, 2026. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $2,950 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 13, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $551,200, with a rent estimate of $2,821/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$251/sqft
Listed
36 days ago

Home Details for 5525 E Amherst Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2184 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: Covered, PatioExterior: Private Yard
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Dry Walled,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Exterior Access Door
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1092 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 864 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, FrameNot Attached Property
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Staging ItemsParcel Number: 631118003

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $549,000Price Per Sqft: $251/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jun 16 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: DenverCommunity: Holly Hills
School Information
Elementary School: BradleyElementary School District: Denver 1Jr High / Middle School: HamiltonJr High / Middle School District: Denver 1High School: Thomas JeffersonHigh School District: Denver 1

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2184 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6810 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: None KnownListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Corporation/Trust

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 8117763Attribution Contact: ryan@podiumproperties.com, 303-929-8722Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1092Below Grade Unfinished Area: 228Showing Service Name: Showing Time
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Ryan Borger, (303) 929-8722
HomeSmart
Bought with: Carolyn Tracy, (720) 495-9229, eXp Realty, LLC
Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#8117763

Price History for 5525 E Amherst Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
07/17/2026$549,000Sold
REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8117763
06/16/2026$549,000PendingREcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8117763
06/11/2026$549,000Listed For SaleREcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #8117763
09/13/2024$2,950ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
09/07/2024$2,950Listed For RentZillow Rentals
01/12/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
12/13/2022$2,750Listed For RentZillow Rentals
04/18/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
04/06/2021$2,550Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
02/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
05/08/2020$2,350ListingRemovedN/A
04/14/2020$2,350PriceChange
N/A
04/03/2020$2,450Listed For RentN/A
04/18/2019$2,450ListingRemovedN/A
02/14/2019$2,450PriceChange
N/A
02/05/2019$2,580Listed For RentN/A
07/01/2013$275,000Sold
N/A
06/03/2013$280,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/20/2002$218,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Hampden

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$552K
$34.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$239
$15MoM
Available listings
144
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,934
Assessment$620,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5525 E Amherst Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5610 E Cornell Avenue, Denver, CO
0.18
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$597,000
12/16/25
3
2
2,338
2785 S Hudson Street, Denver, CO
0.04
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$520,000
12/22/25
3
1
2,184
2749 S Glencoe St, Denver, CO
0.23
Single-Family Home
$487,500
04/28/26
3
2
1,650
2921 S Holly Place, Denver, CO
0.23
Single-Family Home
$525,000
11/14/25
3
2
1,323
2861 S Holly Place, Denver, CO
0.22
Single-Family Home
$550,000
06/30/26
3
2
1,323
5661 E Amherst Avenue, Denver, CO
0.11
Single-Family Home
$572,500
05/21/26
5
2.5
2,338
5620 E Amherst Avenue, Denver, CO
0.09
Single-Family Home
$662,500
11/05/25
4
2.5
2,660
2820 S Holly Place, Denver, CO
0.23
Single-Family Home
$585,000
04/02/26
4
2
2,218
2820 S Ivanhoe Street, Denver, CO
0.16
Single-Family Home
$645,000
02/06/26
4
2.5
2,338

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Neighborhood Overview

Hampden
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What Locals Say about Hampden

At least 105 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 56 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 53 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Ayannah Phillips
    "They would like all of the trash cans with poo bags lots of grass and open walking space they wouldn't like all of the cars and busy streets. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's the best ever. plenty to see and plenty to go to. there's also a lot of peoe to meet. the neighborhood is nice and quiet overall"
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    "There’s a Walmart close by and a laser tag. Close to all kinds of shops so it’s easy to get things you need. There’s lots of crime tho and shootings."
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  • Trulia User
    "lots of families and children its pretty quite and calm i enjoyed the time I spent here it also has good amount of public transit and the restaurants and shopping are amazing and it has great outdoor trails "
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    "Nice neighborhood. Safe to live. Getting more and more expensive. Has grocery stores closed by. Traffic can get worse in the morning "
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  • Tonya S. R.
    "I always liked how nice the parks are and the friendly neighbors . Also there is a public library branch very close with in walking distances also lots of convenient shops."
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  • Christina
    "A lot of people in a very compressed area. All are friendly enough, but it makes for a lot of traffic "
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  • Nan.serkes
    "Neighborhood has really improved within the last couple years. Can walk to King Soopers, Starbucks, Noodles & Co, The Bagel Deli and lots of other restaurants. Convenient location right off I-25 and Hampton. New HOA management company is doing a good job."
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  • Isitdeadyet
    "Cars are broken into nightly & stolen @ least twice a week, Bums sleeping in the park . Going to 7-11 in the neighborhood after dark is just begging to get mugged..."
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  • Trulia User
    "great Denver neighborhood with acces to major roads and highways within minutes. nice park in Bible park and extensive urban trail acces as well as transit acces."
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  • Marina K.
    "Bus stops right outside of my community, light rail stop is a short drive or Uber ride away. Plenty of stores including Whole Foods and Target within walking distance. "
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  • Paul S.
    "convenient location for commuting or active lifestyle. lived here 4+ yrs. easy acces to 25 and 225. home ands bike trails out the door. groceries and dining across the street. "
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  • Lyn M. H.
    "I never leave my kids alone - too many possible hazards - too much traffic - the city is too impersonal"
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  • Tianasortega
    "there's a nice pathway that many people walk their dogs along. Also there's a few dog parks nearby and in the complex I live in"
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  • Blayre B. S.
    "Multiple doggie doodoo stations with lots of paths and parks to walk your dog. Very dog friendly and everyone is respectful and picks up after their pets. "
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  • Scarlettpastore
    "Acceptable, I work at DIA and wish there was better access to the A Line. Getting downtown is great. Currently the streets around here are in good condition"
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  • Unspecified
    "Neighbors are wonderful about watching out for each other and each others dogs. Some people are older and VERY DRAMATIC when it comes to barking and dog breeds. "
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  • Rae W.
    "None that I'am aware of. Here Temporarily, moving as soon as possible. Hopefully in the outskirts of Downtown Denver. I Very much dislike living in the city, this area included. There is not much of a community presence around here."
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  • Paige F.
    "I think it has a lot of people from different cultures! It’s quiet. The only thing is that there is a lot of random semi trucks around here ."
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  • Fluffypandaz101
    "I’ve been here for a year and my neighborhood has done things like threw parties for us all to meet each other and for pets to have some fun in the sun "
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  • Nicole L.
    "I love having everything I need within walking distance. I'm the perfect distance from anything I want."
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  • Psk116
    "Great location... Easy to get to parks, open space, highway, downtown, foothills, shopping. Great schools."
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