Bring your toolbelt, your design boards, and your vision to this incredible diamond in the rough! Located in the rapidly growing Barnum neighborhood, 255 Knox Court offers an exceptional fix-and-flip opportunity, investment special, or ideal project to build instant sweat equity. This classic features a solid foundation of potential with a functional layout including 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a partially unfinished basement ready for square-footage expansion. Situated on a generous, flat 6,250-square-foot lot, the property offers ample space for outdoor living, a future garage addition, or an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) down the line—thanks to its versatile E-TU-C zoning (buyer to verify zoning use and building codes). Location is everything. Enjoy easy access to local parks and quick proximity to downtown Denver, US-6, and I-25 for an effortless commute. Whether executing a high-end modern renovation or creating a personalized starter home, this property is priced to move and ready for its next chapter. Properties with this much upside and a premium lot size are rare in the Denver market. Cash or hard money preferred. Property is being sold strictly AS-IS. Schedule your showing today and unlock the endless potential of this Barnum treasure! Parking for 8 cars, it is zoned for Apartment 2-8 units, There are two gas meters and electrical boxes on the property but has been changed to a single family home with utilities.
Bring your toolbelt, your design boards, and your vision to this incredible diamond in the rough! Located in the rapidly growing Barnum neighborhood, 255 Knox Court offers an exceptional fix-and-flip opportunity, investment special, or ideal project to build instant sweat equity. This classic features a solid foundation of potential with a functional layout including 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a partially unfinished basement ready for square-footage expansion. Situated on a generous, flat 6,250-square-foot lot, the property offers ample space for outdoor living, a future garage addition, or an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) down the line-thanks to its versatile E-TU-C zoning (buyer to verify zoning use and building codes). Location is everything. Enjoy easy access to local parks and quick proximity to downtown Denver, US-6, and I-25 for an effortless commute. Whether executing a high-end modern renovation or creating a personalized starter home, this property is priced to move and ready for its next chapter. Properties with this much upside and a premium lot size are rare in the Denver market. Cash or hard money preferred. Property is being sold strictly AS-IS. Schedule your showing today and unlock the endless potential of this Barnum treasure! Parking for 8 cars, it is zoned for Apartment 2-8 units, There are two gas meters and electrical boxes on the property but has been changed to a single family home with utilities.
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #790383
Jun 1, 2010
Listing Removed
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Jul 10, 2009
Listed
$72,000
$45/sq ft
REColorado as Distributed by MLS Grid #860932
Mar 17, 2010
Listing Removed
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Mar 12, 2010
Listed
$62,000
$38/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 6, 2002
Sold
$213,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 15, 1999
Sold
$130,000
$80/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,636 (−15.2%)
$9,760 + $20,790
$30,550
2024
$3,107 (+2.2%)
$9,760 + $20,790
$30,550
2023
$3,040 (+28.7%)
$6,780 + $32,450
$39,230
2022
$2,363 (+1.4%)
$6,790 + $22,920
$29,710
2021
$2,331 (+19.3%)
$7,140 + $24,100
$31,240
2020
$1,954 (+2.9%)
$5,810 + $20,520
$26,330
2019
$1,899 (+12.2%)
$5,810 + $20,520
$26,330
2018
$1,693 (+0.3%)
$5,400 + $16,480
$21,880
2017
$1,688 (+52.7%)
$5,400 + $16,480
$21,880
2016
$1,105 (+0.3%)
$5,400 + $16,480
$21,880
2014
$1,102
$2,990 + $10,280
$13,270
2013
$1,103 (−7.8%)
$2,985 + $10,285
$13,270
2012
$1,195 (+17.9%)
$5,986 + $8,234
$14,220
2011
$1,014 (+42.7%)
$5,986 + $8,234
$14,220
2010
$711 (+2.2%)
$5,986 + $8,234
$14,220
2009
$695
$5,986 + $4,684
$10,670
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
808
Year built
1946
Style
Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
County
Denver County
APN
05083-26-012-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
E-SU-DX
Single Unit Dx District
E-SU-Dx is a single unit district allowing suburban and urban houses with a minimum zone lot area of 6,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
No uses permitted by right
May 22, 2015 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Total: 8
Off Street Spaces: 8
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 4
Main Level Bedrooms: 2
Basement Level Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Basement Level Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Bedroom
Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Bedroom
Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Bathroom Full
Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Bathroom Three Quarter
Level: Basement
Room 5 Information
Bedroom
Level: Basement
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
Level: Basement
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Washer
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement: Finished
Exterior
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,616
Building Area Source: Public Records
Structure Type: House
Exterior Features
Roof: Other
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer
Property Unattached
Living Area: 1,520
Above Grade Finished Area: 808
Below Grade Finished Area: 712
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 96
Levels: One
Additional Living Structure YN: 0
Ownership: Individual
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 6,250
Lot Size Acres: 0.14
Lot Features: Level
Water Source: Public
Zoning: E-SU-D1X
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,636
Tax Year: 2025
Parcel Number: 5083-26-012
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Newlon
Elementary School District: Denver 1
Middle Or Junior School: Strive Federal
Middle Or Junior School District: Denver 1
High School: KIPP Denver Collegiate High School
High School District: Denver 1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 808
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,250 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (5+ Unit)
Year Built: 1946
Year Renovated: —
County: Denver County
APN: 05083-26-012-000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Newlon Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Kepner Beacon Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
2/10
West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
4/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
7 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Denver, CO • 80219
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 18% for direct sun exposure in Denver. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.