Historic Hitchcock Home Across from UW
Step into timeless elegance and modern comfort at this beautifully restored 1921 Colonial Revival masterpiece, designed by renowned architect Wilbur Hitchcock. Ideally located directly across from the University of Wyoming in the heart of the University Neighborhood Historic District, this 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath brick home blends historic charm with contemporary luxury — including an updated basement apartment with proven Airbnb rental income.
- Architectural Significance
This property exemplifies Hitchcock’s Federal Revival style, featuring a symmetrical brick façade, Grecian pediment entry, fanlight transom, and parapeted gables. The residence preserves its early twentieth-century elegance with hardwood floors, fireplaces, and a sweeping staircase. Notably, it functioned as the Pi Beta Phi sorority annex during the 1980s, contributing a significant element of cultural and student-life heritage to its history.
- Modern Upgrades & Renovations
Extensive updates have transformed the home while preserving its period character:
• New custom kitchen with gas range, air fry oven, quartz countertops and new appliances
• Spa-style bathrooms: Steam shower, jetted tub, tile floors, in-floor radiant heat
• New roofs, Anderson windows, garage door, and whole-house fan
• Electrical & plumbing overhauled for modern efficiency and safety
• Original hardwood floors, new carpet, and laundry appliances
• Efficient wood-burning stove, radiant hot water heating
- Income-Generating Basement Apartment
Perfect for guests or extra income, the renovated lower-level suite includes:
• Private entrance
• Legal egress windows
• Updated bathroom, and living space
• Successful history as an Airbnb rental
- Outdoor Living & Lot Features
• Bright sunroom and mini-bar nook
• Built-in BBQ patio and deck ideal for entertaining
• Two separate garages for storage, parking, or workshop
- Prime Location — Walk to Campus & Downtown
• Steps from the University of Wyoming, parks, and downtown shops
• In the vibrant, heritage-rich University Neighborhood Historic District
- Why You’ll Love It
• Move-in ready with enduring architectural appeal
• Thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom
• Flexible living spaces for family, guests, or remote work
• Potential for passive income with legal apartment
• One of Laramie’s most significant historic homes
Seller's listing inspection available on request
For sale by owner
$949,000
1500 E Grand Ave, Laramie, WY 82070
5beds
3,400sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1921
6,229 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$279/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mini-bar nookWood-burning stoveRadiant hot water heating
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- on Zillow |
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Listed by:
(307) 851-6230
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant, Stove, Electric, Gas, Wood / Pellet
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: masonry
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Stone, Wood, Brick
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
Lot
- Size: 6,229 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 16733343600500
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- masonry
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: On Site Laundry Available
Location
- Region: Laramie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $279/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $560,147
- Annual tax amount: $3,885
- Date on market: 7/31/2025
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