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$1,390,779$432 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $167,000 on Jun 30, 1994

8601 W 38TH AVE

WHEAT RIDGE, CO 80033
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,218 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.93 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$167,000 · Jun 30, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,240 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$71,154 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,198
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,956
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,154
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,116,989

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyJefferson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.93
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 81 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Wheat Ridge High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Everitt Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Stevens Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Jefferson County School District R-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80033These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,467
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,058 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,045
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,321
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

8601 W 38th Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Melrose
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Melrose
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Melrose
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Melrose
  • Among the oldest homes in Melrose

What homes are worth in Wheat Ridge 80033

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$202K$1.3M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Wheat Ridge 80033.

How it measures up in Wheat Ridge 80033

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wheat Ridge 80033.

Estimated value$1,390,779
CheaperTypical $543,335Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$432
CheaperTypical $386Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area3,218 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,415 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.93 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1899
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8601 W 38th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelroseWheat Ridge 80033Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,390,779almost all homesalmost all homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43277% of homes69% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than3,218 ft²97% of homes96% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.93 ac98% of homes98% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than1899almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 8601 W 38th Ave

How much is 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO is $1,390,779 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,233,544 to $1,548,015. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO last sell?

8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO last sold on Jun 30, 1994 for $167,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO?

8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,218 square feet of living space and a 0.93-acre lot.

When was 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO built?

8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO was built in 1899, making it 127 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO?

8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO is assigned to Wheat Ridge High School (high), rated B+; Everitt Middle School (middle), rated C+; Stevens Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Jefferson County School District R-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO compare to other homes in Wheat Ridge 80033?

Among the 8,800 homes in Wheat Ridge 80033, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,390,779 against a typical $543,335), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($432 against a typical $386), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,218 ft² against a typical 1,415 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.93 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1899 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 96% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8601 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO was $6,240. The county assessed it at $71,154.

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