14375 Crabapple Rd, Golden, CO 80401

This custom ranch home is located in highly desirable Applewood Mesa Ranchettes, one of the earliest of the “Applewood” developments. The exterior is highlighted by beautiful artisan brickwork using recycled brick from the early days of Denver’s push for urban renewal. These bricks came from buildings that were torn down in old downtown Denver and were cleaned and repurposed. Since many of the bricks were inconsistent in size or shape, the masons used their artistic skill resulting in an uneven pattern that you will not see anywhere else – it really is a unique feature of this home. The roof and gutters were replaced in 2007 with a Class IV impact resistant architectural asphalt roof which was designed to replicate the original split cedar shakes. The 2,033 sq ft main level has three bedrooms and two bathrooms along with a modestly updated kitchen, formal dining and living rooms, an entry with beautiful custom slate flooring and a “den” or library paneled in real knotty pine. With the exception of the tiled bathrooms and the slate entryway, all of the floors are hardwood (under carpeting) including closets and hallways. The main level has a gas fireplace in the living room and a wood burning fireplace in the den. The large picture window in the living room looks out to the west and north over North Table Mesa all the way to the Flatirons above Boulder, which can be seen year-round. The master suite includes a walk-in closet, a tiled three-quarter bath and a sliding glass door opening to a large balcony overlooking the backyard and the western horizon. The remaining two bedrooms are generously sized and share a full bath. The lower level has a 2,033 sq ft footprint. Of this, 450 sq ft are finished into a family room that could also be a great media room. There is a large walkout sliding door to a covered patio and the very private back yard. Another 450 sq ft of the lower level is partially finished and includes a rough three quarter bath – the sink, toilet and shower pan with shower fixtures are in place and are usable but walls would need to be finished. This is also where the laundry is along with most of the utilities, and is a great controlled-climate storage space. Finally, the remaining 1,000 sq ft is unfinished – no floors, walls etc but it is walking height and is NOT a crawl space. This could be finished into additional living space if desired but for now it’s great storage space for things like lawn mowers, garden equipment etc. The home is heated via baseboard hot water – the boiler and pump were new in 2008 along with the 40 gallon hot water heater. All areas of the home are heated including the unfinished portion of the lower level. The main level has central air conditioning that was installed, along with a completely new electrical panel, in 2012. The finished basement is not cooled by the AC as it stays sufficiently cool on its own. An ADT security system is also in place and includes security, fire and CO monitoring. The .43 acre (18,758 sq ft) property has a level front yard with a gentle slope to the side yard. Much of the backyard is also flat allowing for a walkout basement. Landscaping is mature, with the lawn fully sprinklered and large trees throughout. Two trees in the front yard are (edible) fruit bearing white crab apple trees. These are really show-stoppers when they bloom in the spring. The front and side of the property is fenced in vintage cedar split rails while the back yard has a six foot privacy fence. Zoning is R-1 which in Jefferson County allows for horses to be boarded on the property. Many original owners in the area had horses as there is easy access to bridle trails and to Jefferson County Open Space. South Table Mesa is immediately to the south and provides many trails for riding, hiking and mountain biking.