538 E Platte Avenue

This Victorian 2-story home is located within walking distance to downtown Colorado Springs. The inviting wrap around porch welcomes you as you approach this charming late 19th century beauty! You will be delighted by the high ceilings, the outstanding condition of the original woodwork, retro pocket doors separating the living room and great room on the main level not to mention the stunning hardwood floors! New paint and carpet throughout this home make it shine. The main living room is light, bright and open. The great room offers a walk out to the wrap around porch as well. Windows have been updated to high grade vinyl throughout the entire home/there are pleated blinds on the main level. The bright, open kitchen offers maple cabinets, white appliances and a retro double swinging door to the great room. One bedroom is on the main and could serve as a dining room if desired, also a bathroom w/vintage claw foot tub. Upstairs there are 2 large bedrooms and a bonus room that serve as a study/nursery has no closet. The master bedroom in nicely proportioned and has an adjoining sunroom that is bright and cozy! Additionally, you will find a unique 4-piece bathroom with a claw foot tub and stand-up shower. The main level laundry room has a walk-out to a 12'x24' composite deck deck and the large, fenced rear yard to enjoy those summer days. Don't miss the wall of fragrant lilac bushes in rear yard. Yards feature auto sprinkler systems and drip system. The 864 s.f oversize, detached 2-car garage w/shop and private alley access was a great addition in 2008. There is ample room for 2 cars and the separate spacious shop area offers tons of workbenches and is fully insulated. Home had a new roof in 2014 to include all sheathing and shingles. The front wrap around porch was completely replaced in 2016. Water pipes updated to copper at some point. Home is in great condition, has tons of character and charm! R-2 zoning offers the possibilities of extra income by ways of an ADU.