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$475,000

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Beds

Baths

Sqft

1,750

Acres

0.17

Year

1954

Close Date

Jun 17, 2025

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$271

Date Listed

Mar 29, 2025

Description of 971 Elm Pl, Thornton, CO 80229

Listing details for 971 Elm Pl, Thornton, CO 80229 : Welcome to 971 Elm Place—a beautifully maintained ranch-style home in the heart of Thornton, offering 1,750 sq ft of single-level living with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and no stairs. This is one of the largest homes on the block, featuring a flexible floor plan, modern updates, and a private backyard workshop with 100-amp power, ideal for hobbyists, makers, or extra storage. The updated kitchen shines with stone composite countertops, newer LVT flooring, and modern appliances. Entertain in the spacious family room with walk-out access to a covered patio and lush yard filled with mature rose bushes, lilacs, and perennials. The primary suite offers an ensuite bathroom, garden views, and privacy from the secondary bedrooms. Additional highlights include a new sewer line (2021), updated electrical switches/outlets, and a recent roof repair for peace of mind. Enjoy off-street gated parking with alley access, a fully fenced yard, two storage sheds, and a dedicated laundry/utility room with cabinets and shelving. Located near Thornton High School, shopping, parks, and trails, and just 25 minutes to Boulder or Denver, this move-in ready home is perfect for those seeking affordable space with workshop functionality in a quiet, established neighborhood.

Listing Updated : 06-11-2026 at 5:05 AM MDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$479,999

MLS #ID

3157190

Close Price

$475,000

Close Date

Jun 17, 2025

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

1,750

Acres

0.17

Year

1954

Days on Site

125 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$271

Date Listed

Mar 29, 2025

Location

Street Address

971 Elm Pl

City

Thornton

State

Colorado

ZIP Code

80229

County

Adams

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Thornton

Driving Directions

I-25 to East on 84th Ave. (exit 219), left Washington St., right Russell Blvd., left Hoffman Way, left Elm Way, home on the right side, sign is up, GPS works.

Schools

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

School District

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

1 Full

Total Square Feet

1,750

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1954

Style

Traditional

Construction Materials

Brick and Frame

Foundation

Slab

Roof

Composition

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$271

Lot Features

Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front and Sprinklers In Rear

Lot Size (Acres)

0.17

Interior Details

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Jack & Jill Bathroom, No Stairs and Smoke Free

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator and Washer

Flooring

Carpet and Vinyl

Fireplace

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Other

Exterior Details

Garage

Parking Features

Concrete

Patio & Porch Features

Covered and Patio

Exterior Features

Garden and Private Yard

Fencing

None

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

Taxes, HOA & Financing

HOA Fee Includes

None

Room Details

Room Type	Level	Dimensions
Bathroom Full	Main	4 × 10
Bathroom Three Quarter	Main	5 × 7
Bedroom	Main	10 × 13
Primary Bedroom	Main	11 × 14
Living Room	Main	13 × 15
Family Room	Main	14 × 30
Dining Room	Main	9 × 11
Bedroom	Main	10 × 11
Bedroom	Main	10 × 13
Laundry	Main	10 × 11
Kitchen	Main	10 × 11

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Moore at RE/MAX Alliance, 303-674-9770, RE/MAX Alliance

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Property History

DateEventPrice

6/17/2025

Sold

$475,000 -2.1%

$271/sqft

Source:

recolorado #3157190

3/29/2025

Listed for sale

$484,999

$277/sqft

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