Hard-to-Find Single-Family Opportunity in Colorado Springs – with NEW Carpet and Flooring! This updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch home sits on a spacious 0.17-acre lot with no HOA and R-5 zoning, offering exciting potential for future expansion—including the possibility of an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit). Whether you're looking for a primary residence or future income potential, this property delivers flexibility and value. Step inside to a bright and open layout filled with natural light. Brand-new carpet in the living room and both bedrooms, plus fresh interior paint throughout, gives this home a crisp, move-in ready feel. The eat-in kitchen features new vinyl flooring and seamless access to the backyard—perfect for hosting friends or enjoying summer evenings outdoors. The bathroom is thoughtfully designed with dual access from both the primary bedroom and the oversized laundry room (washer & dryer included), making everyday living and guest visits more convenient. Outside, you'll find a detached 2-car garage with an attached workshop, ideal for hobbies, storage, or DIY projects. Alley access provides space for RV parking, trailers, or outdoor gear—a rare bonus in this price range! Located on a quiet street, you're just minutes from Downtown Colorado Springs (5 mins), UCHealth Memorial Central (1 mile), and the Olympic Training Center (0.5 mile). Parks, public transit, schools, and shopping are all close by. Don’t miss the chance to see this versatile property! Schedule your showing today and explore the possibilities!
Under contract
Price cut: $6K (7/19)
$249,000
520 Prairie Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
2beds
744sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$335/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized laundry roomAlley accessFresh interior paintEat-in kitchenBright and open layoutNatural lightBrand-new carpet
- 196 days
- on Zillow |
- 1,442 |
- 122 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 01:16am
Listed by:
Dianne Schell 720-545-5326,
Exp Realty LLC
Source: Pikes Peak MLS,MLS#: 8626193

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 744
- Total interior livable area: 744 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 744
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Workshop in Garage, Gravel Driveway, RV Access/Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: View of Pikes Peak
Lot
- Size: 7,405.2 Square Feet
- Features: Wooded, Near Fire Station, Near Hospital, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Near Schools, Near Shopping Center
Details
- Parcel number: 6409335007
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composite Shingle
Condition
- Existing Home
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Colorado Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $335/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $275,974
- Annual tax amount: $894
- Date on market: 1/24/2025
- Listing terms: Assumable,Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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