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5870 Nelson Ct

Arvada, CO 80004

3 beds
2 baths
1,240 sqft
~1 acre lot
$697 per sqft
1956 build
– on site

A TRULY RARE OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP YOUR DREAM IN WEST ARVADA! Presenting a unique chance to acquire two adjacent parcels totaling approximately 1.4 acres in a prime West Arvada location. The offering includes a 1.105-acre lot with an existing that has incredible potential to be remodeled, and an additional 0.3-acre unimproved lot directly to the south. Together, these properties offer excellent development potential. Zoned R-7.5, the land allows for subdivision into 7,500 square foot lots-supporting the development of up to 8 residential units. Preliminary approval from the City of Arvada has granted access through the new development at the old Allendale Elementary, giving you an incredible opportunity to develop as large or as spacious as you can! The City may also consider higher density options.

Listing courtesy of IRES

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 7, 2025 •

MLS# 5161833 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1956
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Brick/Brick Veneer
Total SqFt:

2,480 Sqft
Building Area Total:

1240
Roof:

Composition
Levels:

Two
Basement:

Walk-Out Access
Stories:

2
Direction Faces:

South
Window Features:

Bay Window(s)
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Above Grade Finished Area:

1240
Below Grade Finished Area:

1240

Interior

Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Living Room
Living Room Level:

Main
Kitchen Level:

Main
Family Room Level:

Main

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1240
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Financial & Terms

Listing Terms:

Cash

Location

Coordinates:

-105.117096, 39.803364
Latitude:

39.803364
Longitude:

-105.117096

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Residential-Detached
Lot Features:

Gutters
Lot Size Acres:

1.42
Lot Size SqFt:

61,855 Sqft
Lot Size Area:

61855
Lot Size Units:

Square Feet
Zoning:

R7.5
View:

Mountain(s)
Exclusions:

Owners personal property and all trade tools
Horse:

false
Fencing:

Fenced
Other Structures:

Outbuildings
Waterfront:

false
Road Frontage Type:

Easement
Has Water Rights:

No

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$3,227

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedroom 2 Level:

Main
Bedroom 3 Level:

Main
Master Bedroom Level:

Main

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

Private Owner

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Heating:

true
Cooling:

Central Air
Cooling:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

City Sewer
Water Source:

City Water

Appliances

Appliances:

Refrigerator

Schools

Elementary School:

Vanderhoof
Middle School:

Drake
High School:

Arvada West
High School District:

Jefferson County R-1

The Community

Association:

false
Subdivision Name:

Spring Valley
Spa:

false
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Garage Spaces:

1
Garage:

true
Garage Type:

Attached
Attached Garage:

true
Covered Spaces:

1

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$865,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,631
Taxes	$268
Insurance	$237
Utilities	$124 See report
Total	$5,260/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/7/25 Jun 7, 2025	Listed / Active	IRES	$865,000

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This house located in Allendale Area, Arvada, CO 80004 is currently for sale for $865,000. 5870 Nelson Ct is a 1,240 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. 5870 Nelson Ct is in the Allendale Area neighborhood of Arvada. This house is in the attendance area of Vanderhoof Elementary School, Arvada West High School, and Drake Middle School.

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