Most recently, Dana Crawford’s property, an amazing opportunity off 7th Avenue Historic Parkway. This unique residence offers over 9000 sf of incredible spaces throughout w/ rich detail. Seven generous bedrooms, 6 baths & multiple other spaces (ideal for offices, sitting areas, dressing rooms, playrooms), an upstairs laundry & a back staircase offer so many possibilities for today’s various lifestyle needs. Massive entertaining spaces on the main floor include a sunroom, parlor, living and dining rooms w/ quarter sawn oak paneling, and decorative ceilings. The large eat in kitchen has timeless finishes, stainless appliances, and a mud room area. Fully finished basement w/ wood floors has ample uses. Third floor apartment and a charming carriage house also host separate kitchens, bedrooms, baths & living/dining spaces. Either are perfect for a nanny’s quarters, mother in law suite or office.
The Harry C. James Residence, ( owned by the Crawford Family ) located at 685 N Emerson Street in Denver’s Capitol Hill/7th Ave neighborhood, was officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places in December 2020, recognizing both its architectural and cultural significance. Built in 1900 during the rise of Denver’s City Beautiful movement, the home is a rare and well-preserved example of Italian Renaissance residential architecture—featuring hallmark details like a low-pitched hip roof, arched first-story windows, and an asymmetrical layout. Designed by prominent architect George Louis Bettcher, it stands out among early 20th-century Denver homes, especially as a 12,500 sf corner-lot estate in the East Seventh Avenue Historic District.
Beyond its architectural importance, the home holds deep personal and cultural value as the longtime residence of Dana Crawford, a pioneering preservationist who helped transform and protect Denver’s historic core, including Larimer Square and Union Station.. Near parks, coffee shops, restaurants and more. Truly spectacular!
For sale
Price cut: $200K (8/4)
$3,195,000
685 N Emerson Street, Denver, CO 80218
7beds
9,493sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$337/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless finishesCharming carriage houseThird floor apartmentRich detailMassive entertaining spacesFully finished basementStainless appliances
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 06:13pm
Listed by:
Heather Ehret-Faircloth 720-320-9333 heather@heathersellsdenver.com,
Camber Realty, LTD
Source: REcolorado,MLS#: 3302984

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Description: Non Conforming
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Description: Off Mudroom Area
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Description: Brand New Evaporative Cooler On Third Floor.
- Level: Upper
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 22
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27 x 12
Game room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Description: In Third Floor Nanny Quarters
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 21
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Living room
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Media room
- Level: Basement
Mud room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Office
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Evaporative Cooling
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Five Piece Bath, Jack & Jill Bathroom, Primary Suite, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Living Room, Pellet Stove, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,493
- Total interior livable area: 9,493 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,987
- Finished area below ground: 1,825
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Concrete
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Off Street Spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 502329019
- Zoning: U-SU-C
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: 7th Avenue Historic District.
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Denver
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $337/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,615,800
- Annual tax amount: $18,896
- Date on market: 5/23/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Staging Items And Seller Personal Property.
- Ownership: Corporation/Trust
- Electric utility on property: Yes
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