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$2,795,000

For Sale - Active
685 N Emerson St, Denver, CO 80218
7 Beds
6 Baths
8,812 Square Feet
0.29 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 4 days ago
Updated: Oct 16, 2025 at 10:09AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,352
Cap Rate
0.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.14
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.5%

Property Description


0.29 Acres Lot
Built in 1900
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

An amazing opportunity priced less than cost to rebuild, off 7th Avenue Historic Parkway. This unique residence offers over 9000 sf of incredible spaces throughout w/ rich detail and is located on a large corer lot at the corner of 7th Avenue and Emerson, a very quiet street. Seven generous bedrooms, 6 baths & multiple other spaces (ideal for offices, sitting areas, dressing rooms, playrooms), an upstairs laundry & a back staircase offer so many possibilities for today’s various lifestyle needs. Massive entertaining spaces on the main floor include a sunroom, parlor, living and dining rooms w/ quarter sawn oak paneling, and decorative ceilings. The large eat in kitchen has timeless finishes, stainless appliances, and a mud room area. Fully finished basement w/ wood floors has ample uses. Third floor apartment and a charming carriage house also host separate kitchens, bedrooms, baths & living/dining spaces. The Harry C. James Residence, located at 685 N Emerson Street in Denver’s Capitol Hill/7th Ave neighborhood, was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places in December 2020, recognizing both its architectural and cultural significance. Built in 1900 during the rise of Denver’s City Beautiful movement, the home is a rare and well-preserved example of Italian Renaissance residential architecture—featuring hallmark details like a low-pitched hip roof, arched first-story windows, and an asymmetrical layout. Designed by prominent architect George Louis Bettcher, it stands out among early 20th-century Denver homes, especially as a 12,500 sf corner-lot estate in the East Seventh Avenue Historic District. Beyond its architectural importance, the home holds deep personal and cultural value as the longtime residence of Dana Crawford, a pioneering preservationist who helped transform and protect Denver’s historic core, including Larimer Square and Union Station.. Near parks, coffee shops, restaurants and more. Truly spectacular!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Off Street, Oversized
  • Details: Concrete
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 6

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 7

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 4
  • # of Baths (Total): 6.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 31
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Brick
  • Roof Material: Shingle, Other

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0502329019000
  • Lot Size: 12500 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Traditional, Victorian
  • Year Built: 1900

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $18,896

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Evaporative Cooling

Location

  • County: Denver

Listing Details


Listed by:
Heather Ehret-Faircloth
Camber Realty, LTD
(720) 320-9333

Source:
REColorado
MLS#: 3302984
REColorado

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$11,352
Cap Rate
0.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-21.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.14
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$2,795,000
Amount financed:
-$2,236,000
Down payment:
$559,000
Closing costs:
$83,850
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$642,850
Square feet:
8,812
Cost per square foot:
$317
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.57

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,236,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$13,227
Property tax:
$1,575
Insurance:
$350
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$15,152

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$5,000 $60,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$300 -$3,600
Operating income:
$4,700 $56,400

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (31%)
31%-$1,575-$18,896
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$350-$4,200
Property management: (8%)
8%-$400-$4,800
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$250-$3,000
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (56%)
56%-$2,825-$33,896

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,875 $22,500
Mortgage payments:
-$13,227 -$158,724
Cash flow:
-$11,352 -$136,224