Sold $659,000 - Townhomes, Condos
Inside the Townhome: Hickory Floors, a Gas Fireplace and a Private Terrace
Writer Square Denver, CO townhomes rarely come up, and this one, unit #26, was renovated from top to bottom. It has three bedrooms, three baths and 1,763 square feet, with views of Larimer Square and the mountains. This home has sold, and it shows what makes these townhomes special. You can view this listing on Zillow.
First, the Writer Square kitchen has stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a decorative tile backsplash and a large island. In addition, a dry bar with glass shelves makes entertaining easy, and the kitchen opens straight into the living area.
Next, in the living room, high ceilings and a gas fireplace with a brick mantel create a cozy space. Plus, new hickory hardwood floors run throughout, and the living room opens to a large, private terrace.
Above all, the terrace is a true outdoor room, rare for a Writer Square townhome, with a gas line, water spigot, electrical outlet and an automatic retractable awning. As a result, it’s the perfect spot for morning coffee or sunset cocktails with a view.
Upstairs in this Writer Square home, the private primary suite has a spa-like bath with a steam shower, granite counters, travertine floors and plenty of closet space. Meanwhile, the third bedroom was converted into an office or den with built-in bookcases and a workspace.
Better yet, recent updates include a new HVAC system in 2017, new Andersen doors and windows, and a mini-split unit for heating and cooling in the primary bedroom. Finally, this Writer Square home comes with two reserved parking spaces and storage lockers in a heated, secure underground garage.
The Writer Square Building: Brick Townhomes on Larimer Street
Writer Square opened in 1981 on the 1500 block of Larimer Street. Designed by Barker, Rinker, Seacat and Partners, the red-brick complex mixes a 12-story office tower at 16th and Larimer with low-rise townhomes above ground-floor shops, linked by courtyards and a passageway. You can read more in this architecture profile of the complex.
Since there are only a few homes here, Writer Square Denver, CO townhomes offer something rare downtown: a private, low-rise home with its own outdoor space, steps from everything. I’ve handled sales at Writer Square, and I’m happy to walk you through how the units compare.
Living Next to Larimer Square: 16th Street, Union Station and the Theater District
In short, with the 16th Street Mall out the front door and Larimer Square out the back, this location is hard to beat. For example, light rail, Union Station, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Ball Arena and Coors Field are all close by, along with dozens of restaurants and shops. For more on the area, see my guide to living in Lower Downtown.
Looking for a home like this one? Browse all downtown listings. Or, if you own a unit here and are thinking of selling, here’s how I market and list homes.
