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Denver, CO 80238 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 80238
Report Date: April 2026
Market Temperature: NEUTRAL
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only


Executive Overview

The median sold price in Denver, CO (ZIP: 80238) stands at $775,000, reflecting a stable market with modest price appreciation. This price point indicates a balanced demand and supply scenario, where the neighborhood has increased up since previous assessments. The market appears to be maintaining a steady pace, with a median days on market of 203, suggesting a slower sales velocity but not necessarily weak liquidity.

Current inventory levels are characterized by elevated supply relative to sales activity, indicating a potential for buyers to negotiate more favorable terms. The rental market also shows stability, with a median market rent of $3,270, which may suggest ongoing demand for rental properties in the area. Overall, the market temperature is neutral, reflecting a balanced environment where both buyers and sellers can find opportunities without significant pressure on pricing.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
133
Active Listings
72
Sold Properties
61

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$775,000
Median Sold Price
$775,000
Median Price per Sqft
$381/sqft

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$3,270
Rent Range
$2,060 - $3,670

Note: The relationship between property values and rental rates reflects different market dynamics. Higher-priced properties may have lower rental yields due to factors such as luxury market positioning, owner-occupancy preferences, or long-term appreciation strategies rather than immediate rental income maximization.


Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
0.45%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
203
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
up
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
up
Interest Rate Pressure
moderate

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates in Denver, CO 80238 are approximately 6.25% compared to an average of 5.50% in early 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.


Key Findings

  1. The median sold price is $775,000, indicating a stable market with modest appreciation.

  2. With 203 days on market, the sales velocity is slower, suggesting potential pricing friction for sellers.

  3. The median market rent is $3,270, reflecting a stable rental market with potential for modest growth.

  4. Current inventory levels show elevated supply relative to sales activity, which may indicate opportunities for buyers.

  5. The market temperature is neutral, suggesting balanced conditions for both buyers and sellers.


Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

8802 E 53rd Ave, Denver, CO 80238
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

5 beds
5 baths
4,063 sqft
$1,650,000
Mar 1, 2026
$406/sqft/sqft
82 days on market
5497 Xanthia Ct, Denver, CO 80238
Premium

Sold above market average

5 beds
5 baths
3,241 sqft
$1,500,000
Mar 1, 2026
$463/sqft/sqft
153 days on market
9221 E 52nd Dr, Denver, CO 80238
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds
4 baths
2,951 sqft
$1,450,000
Jan 1, 2026
$491/sqft/sqft
1500 days on market
3240 Spruce St, Denver, CO 80238
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

2 beds
2 baths
1,571 sqft
$750,000
Mar 1, 2026
$477/sqft/sqft
322 days on market
8051 E 26th Ave, Denver, CO 80238
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds
3 baths
2,252 sqft
$750,000
Jan 1, 2026
$333/sqft/sqft
77 days on market
9467 E 52nd Ave, Denver, CO 80238
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

4 beds
3 baths
2,005 sqft
$749,000
Mar 1, 2026
$374/sqft/sqft
137 days on market
7995 Martin Luther King Blvd, Denver, CO 80238
Quick Flip

Below-market acquisition. Investor purchase with value-add potential through renovation.

2 beds
2 baths
1,356 sqft
$291,000
Mar 1, 2026
$215/sqft/sqft
29 days on market
6318 Fulton Ct, Denver, CO 80238
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

3 beds
3 baths
2,317 sqft
$4,500
Jan 1, 2026
$2/sqft/sqft
173 days on market

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 4/2/2026

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