340 Bellaire Street

340 Bellaire Street HILLTOP

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340 Bellaire Street Thoughtfully re-designed and renovated in 2007 by local architect Russell Sedmak as his own personal residence, this contemporary Hilltop home is all about interior spaces extending to the outside. Originally built in 1895, it was the second home to be built in the neighborhood! Today’s new and improved structure is perched high above street level and defined by floor-to-ceiling windows, glass walls, inviting open spaces and indoor-outdoor ease. Spacious decks in the front and back yards are perfect for enjoying morning coffee or family dinners amongst the mature trees, herb garden and perennial plantings. Chef ’s kitchen opens to sunny family room. Second floor master suite offers serenity, peace and privacy with fireplace, sitting area and a south facing deck. Current owners have made many great updates including adding central air, new tile and cabinets in kitchen, new carpeting upstairs, updated plumbing, new drywall upstairs and new irrigation system. Bonus: the yard was professionally re-designed by Sedmark’s landscape architect wife! Come see why Hilltop is one of Denver’s most cherished neighborhoods – this gem of a home is ½ block to Cranmer Park and an easy stroll to the shops and movie theater at 9th and Colorado, La Fillette French Bakery, Park Burger and High Point Creamery.

D E TA I L S Originally built in 1895 Updated in 2007 4 Bedrooms - 3 upstairs, 1 basement 4 Bathrooms - 2 upstairs, 1 main, 1 basement 2 Car Detached Garage Above Grade SF: 2,854 Finished Basement SF: 1,048 Total SF: 3,957 Lot size: 7,890 SF

PUBLIC SCHOOLS Denver 1 Elementary - Steck Middle - Hill High - George Washington

U P D AT E S Completed by Current Owner + New interior doors throughout + Dining room chandelier + Kitchen cabinets + New kitchen tile + New sprinkler system + Complete electrical renovation + Redid drywall in 2 upstairs bedrooms + Updated plumbing + Upgraded Hot water system + Central air + Improved landscaping + New boiler + New exterior paint + New arpet upstairs, + Built shed next to garage + Re-stained oak floors Completed by Previous Owner + New Insulation + New Plumbing + New Electrical + New Drywall + New Energy Efficient Evaporative Cooling + Commercial Grade Aluminum Windows + Clerestory Windows + Skylights Throughout + Radiant Heat Floors in Kitchen, Family and All Baths + French Doors to Private Terrace + 3 High Efficiency Gas Fireplaces in Master, Family and Living Rooms + Natural Stone Floors + Whole House Speaker Wiring + 2 Gar Garage with Loft Storage with Windows + Backyard Terrace with Fire Pit

H I L LT O P Now one of Denver’s finest neighborhoods, Hilltop’s history is actually quite modest. Its first home was a humble log cabin built near the Cherry Creek Trail which still stands today as a living history museum.

True to its name, Hilltop was developed in the 1920s high on a hill, far from the pollution of the city.

Tuberculosis was a threat and people sought to live in and breathe the neighborhood’s clean and cool air.

Around this time, the University of Colorado Hospital broke ground on 8th Avenue and the area was soon nicknamed “Pill Hill” for the influx of doctors who settled into Hilltop’s first homes.

Fortunately, its development prospered at the time of Denver’s “City Beautiful” planning movement.

George Cramner developed his namesake park (as well as Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Winter Park) and hired noted architect Jacques Benedict to build his landmark Mediterranean home that still stands at Hilltop’s highest point on the Park. An ordinance was passed that forbid any building to block the western views – a legacy that to this day allows for magnificent views of the snow-capped Rockies. About the same time, Robinson Brick Company moved their brick building plant from Fairfax and 3rd and donated this space to the city. It was transformed into Robinson Park.

Developers have made their mark in recent years. Many of the original homes have been scraped to make way for new construction. But for the most part, the charm lives on.

Today, people are drawn to Hilltop for many of the same reasons as early residents. Sunny and open, it feels like every home is just steps from a park. The Tudor homes and cottages are exquisite. Kids have access to some of the best public schools in Denver. They safely ride their bikes along Hilltop’s tree-lined streets and play soccer and lacrosse in the parks. Graland Country Day School, one of Denver’s finest private schools is walkable. The location is quiet yet convenient – just east of all the Cherry Creek buzz.

Learn more about Hilltop at www.denverhilltop.com.

Don’t Miss: + Robinson Park and Cranmer Park + Mountain views + Basil Doc’s Pizzeria + Park Burger + The Cheese Company Deli + High Point Creamery + Locando Del Borgo

+ La Fillete Bakery + Chook + Shops and Restaurants on 9th & Colorado - Postinos - New AMC theater - Clean Juice - Frank & Roze Coffee Co

Property Address 340 Bellaire Street City

Denver

Lender Bank of America Home Loans

County Denver

State CO

Zip Code 80220

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340 Bellaire Street LIST PRICE $1,525,000 For more information and the property video, visit www.340bellaire.com

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