5616 Balsam Street, Arvada, CO, 80002
About This Home
Filled with timeless charm and endless potential, this classic 1914 bungalow offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Arvada history just minutes from the heart of Olde Town. Set on a generous 6,273-square-foot lot, this inviting home is ready for its next chapter. A welcoming covered front porch creates the perfect place to relax with your morning coffee, while the bright living room and dining area provide comfortable everyday living. The functional kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space and overlooks the backyard, making it easy to envision updates that reflect your own style. The home features two bedrooms and one full bath, with a versatile secondary bedroom that is ideal for a home office, guest room, nursery, or creative space. Step outside to discover one of the property's greatest assets—a spacious backyard complete with mature trees, an expansive covered patio, and room to garden, entertain, or simply enjoy Colorado's beautiful seasons. The oversized detached one-car garage provides valuable storage, workspace, or parking, with additional driveway parking available. Whether you're searching for your first home, an investment opportunity, or a property where you can build equity over time, this charming bungalow offers exceptional potential in one of Arvada's most desirable locations. Enjoy easy access to Olde Town Arvada, local restaurants, shopping, parks, trails, and light rail, with convenient commuting throughout the Denver metro area.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1914
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Microwave,Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Unit
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Linoleum
- Finished area above ground: 636
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 636
- Total interior livable area: 636 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 006249
- Special condition: Standard
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Patio
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Lot size: 6,273 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Hail
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,275 | $27,300 |
| Home Insurance * | $193 | $2,316 |
| Property Taxes | $198 | $2,376 |
| Electricity | $186 | $2,232 |
| Total | $2,852 | $34,224 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Listed for sale | $450,000 |
| 2012-09-12 | Sold | $120,000 |
| 2012-05-18 | Sold | $100,000 |
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