Arapahoe Homes with Cottage Style

Welcome to Arapahoe County, Colorado, a picturesque region that beautifully blends urban convenience with natural splendor. Nestled just east of the bustling city of Denver, Arapahoe County is renowned for its vibrant communities, top-notch schools, and a wealth of recreational opportunities. From the stunning views of the Rocky Mountains to the serene parks and trails, this area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and families alike.

One of the most charming features of Arapahoe County is its collection of cottage-style homes. These delightful abodes exude a warm and inviting atmosphere, characterized by their quaint architecture, cozy interiors, and lush gardens. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or a vibrant community, you’ll find that cottage-style homes in this area offer the perfect blend of charm and functionality. With their unique designs, these homes often feature charming front porches, decorative gables, and beautiful landscaping that creates a storybook ambiance.

Living in an Arapahoe County cottage means embracing a lifestyle that values community, comfort, and connection to nature. Picture yourself sipping coffee on your porch, surrounded by blooming flowers, or taking leisurely strolls through tree-lined streets. The close-knit neighborhoods provide a sense of belonging, while the nearby amenities—ranging from shopping and dining to cultural attractions—ensure that everything you need is just a stone's throw away.

If you’re looking for a home that encapsulates charm and warmth, Arapahoe County’s cottage-style residences are waiting to welcome you home. Discover the magic of this enchanting area and let your dream of cottage living come to life!

Newest Arapahoe Homes with Cottage Style

$423,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 3403704 MLS

Welcome to the grown-up luxury treehouse you dreamed of as a child, nestled in the heart of Englewood! This charming 1921 home offers 597 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, perfectly situated within walking distance to coffee shops, restaurants, and local favorites, while still providing quick access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, and Colorado’s endless outdoor adventures. Full of character and upgrades, this enchanting home welcomes you with distinctive rough-cut cedar siding, an electronic entry, and a charming storage shed tucked behind the home. Step inside and immediately notice the cutting-edge Livolo glass touch light switches with wireless control, setting the stage for a sleek, modern living experience. The living room features soaring vaulted ceilings and original open beams that add warmth and architectural character, while the open-concept layout seamlessly connects the living spaces. The elegant kitchen is both stylish and functional, featuring rich navy blue cabinetry paired with stunning Calcutta Gold rainfall quartz countertops. A striking black granite sink and ZLINE black-and-gold gas range create a statement for the home chef, while hidden refrigerator and dishwasher panels maintain a clean, seamless look. Ample drawers and cabinetry provide generous storage, and subtle accent floor lighting beneath the cabinets adds a sophisticated touch. The bedroom, accessed by a custom walnut sliding library ladder, offers a cozy and thoughtfully designed retreat. A modern sliding barn door opens to the spacious, fully updated bathroom featuring a beautiful blue ocean-tiled shower, tile flooring, a backlit mirror, and a dedicated area ready for the washer and dryer of your choice. With newer A/C for comfort during Colorado summers and a highly walkable location, this one-of-a-kind Englewood gem offers modern living with distinctive character. Don’t miss the opportunity to make it your own!

2854 S Lincoln St, Englewood

Courtesy of RE/MAX Professionals . showell@remax.net,720-936-2017

$440,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7386784 MLS

FREE 1% Interest Rate Buy-down for One Year! This home hands you back your Saturdays. No mower to push, no walk to shovel, no yard waiting on you at seven in the morning. What you get instead is a home that lives open and easy. A living room that flows into the dining area, a kitchen with high end appliances, and a powder bath tucked away for guests. The laundry room is on the main level too, off the main living space rather than down in a basement corner. All three bedrooms are upstairs. The primary bedroom has a full ensuite bath, all yours. Two more bedrooms share a second full bath down the hall, and they flex into an office, a guest room, or a workout space depending on your needs. The two-car attached garage loads from the alley, with more parking out front. Out back, a fenced yard that's yours to enjoy. The cherry on top? Somerset Village covers the front yard care and snow removal right up to your step. Green space, playground and pool included!

16931 E Wyoming Dr, Aurora

Courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC . Jessica@JessicaCar.com,720-432-3339

$875,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4634962 MLS

Designed for indulgence, but acutely aware of practical needs, this 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath Toll Brothers Hayden offers the perfect blend of both. Opening to a grand staircase sure to serve as the perfect backdrop for photographic memories for years, wood floors lead past a private, dedicated main floor office to a light, bright two story great room with floor to ceiling stone fireplace, upgraded lighting and large picture windows. With rare leathered granite countertops, the dine in kitchen pairs luxury, functionality and fun with dual sliding glass doors that exit to the large covered patio, modern pendant lighting, and oversized center island. Off the great room, is a dedicated dining room currently utilized as a sitting room. Upstairs, the staircase serves as the design anchor for a large loft and four bedrooms including two secondary bedrooms that share a Jack and Jill bath and a third bedroom with a full bath located just off it's entrance. The oversized Primary Suite offers views of the eastern sky with an ensuite bathroom you will want to escape to, offering a dual head frameless glass shower, large soaking tub, dual sinks and quartz countertops with large walk in closet. A laundry room is also located upstairs. Remaining unfinished, the basement offers an additional 1700+ sqft for storage, or for future use. Outside, Gemstone Lighting is installed across the exterior of the home, which also offers a three car garage and fully fenced, extensively landscaped backyard featuring artificial turf and in ground trampoline! Located in Southshore, an award-winning community that offers unparalleled amenities including two clubhouses each with private resident fitness centers, multiple pools, parks, playgrounds and miles of trails. Southshore is the only community located within walking distance to elementary, middle and high schools in the Cherry Creek School District. Enjoy paddle boarding, biking, swimming and fishing merely one block away at the Aurora Reservoir!

6822 S Vandriver Ct, Aurora

Courtesy of Keller Williams DTC . HeatherChristensen@kw.com,720-938-1350

$430,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 2805803 MLS

Sweet, Endearing & Delightful Mid-Century Farmhouse In One Of Englewood's Adorable Neighborhoods *Vintage Preserved Charm W/ Original Wood Floors, Built-Ins, Doors & Trim *Large Fenced In Yard, Gorgeous Verdant Landscape *Efficient Kitchen W/Iron Barn Sink, Wood Cabinets, Gas Range, Tile Floors *Spacious Dining Room *New Interior Paint *Super Clean Bath W/Step-In Shower *Mudroom Attaches To A Workshop That You Dream Of *Vintage Details, Cabinets, Convertible Workspace, Room For Potting Your Plants Or Arts & Crafts *Private Back Patio *Full Size Laundry Station W/Deep Utility Sink *Garage Is Set Up W/Bench Space, Storage, Cabinetry & Deep Closet W/ heat and 220v Power *Spacious Shed *5 Yr Old Roof & 4 Yr Old Evaporative Cooler *Leeland Heights Is Blocks To At Least Four Parks & Trail Systems, Every Block Is Tree Lined And Beautiful *Close To Shopping On S Broadway, 285/Riverpoint, Belleview & Old Town Littleton *The Home Lives Big, Tons Of Extra Storage W/Unfinished Basement! *This Home Has Been Loved And Cared For And Its Shows! Please check out our video at https://youtu.be/GvI-1HfFkVk

4707 S Cherokee St, Englewood

Courtesy of DreamSpace Brokers Realty LLC . anna@dreamspacebrokers.com,720-642-0934

$510,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7886542 MLS

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained ranch-style residence in the highly sought-after Farm at Arapahoe County community! Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and an unfinished basement ready for future expansion, this home offers the convenience of main-floor living combined with exceptional potential. The bright, open floor plan is filled with natural light and centers around a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace. The kitchen offers ample cabinet and counter space and flows seamlessly into the dining area, making everyday living and entertaining easy. The primary suite features a private full bath and generous closet space, while a secondary bedroom and additional full bath provide flexibility for guests, family, or a home office. The unfinished basement offers abundant storage and the opportunity to create additional living space, bedrooms, a recreation room, or a workshop tailored to your needs. A 2-car attached garage adds convenience, while the private fenced backyard provides space to relax, garden, entertain, or enjoy Colorado’s beautiful weather. Located within the award-winning Cherry Creek School District, including Fox Hollow Elementary, Liberty Middle School, and Grandview High School, this home combines comfort with an outstanding location. Residents enjoy access to nearby parks, trails, and recreation opportunities, including Piney Creek Trail, Piney Creek Hollow Park, The Trails Recreation Center, and Cherry Creek State Park. The Farm is one of the southeast metro area’s most desirable neighborhoods, known for its mature landscaping, community feel, and convenient access to shopping, dining, E-470, Denver Tech Center, and Parker. Whether you’re looking for your first home, downsizing to single-level living, or seeking a home with room to grow, this ranch offers a fantastic opportunity.

5943 S Waco Ct, Aurora

Courtesy of Realty One Group Premier . diana@kearnsteam.com,303-598-2076

$285,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 6840797 MLS

10831 Lowry Pl, Aurora

Courtesy of Keller Williams DTC . markjessop@kw.com,303-913-8551

$525,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7543377 MLS

2 Unit Rental Potential * Welcome to a home that offers so much more than meets the eye! This spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath ranch combines comfortable single-level living, a beautifully updated interior, an incredible backyard retreat, and unique flexibility rarely found at this price point. This unit has Double entry doors & double driveway Lots of options for single family / rental or both! Step inside to a bright and inviting floor plan highlighted by a beautifully updated kitchen with abundant natural light, generous workspace, and a large center island that creates a natural gathering place for cooking, entertaining, and everyday living. Outside is where this home really shines. The large, private, fully fenced backyard feels like your own personal oasis, with mature landscaping, plenty of shade, a built in grille & Pizza oven, a beautiful rock water feature, multiple areas for relaxing and entertaining, and a spacious patio perfect for summer dinners, weekend gatherings, or simply unwinding at the end of the day. Whether you're entertaining a crowd, gardening, enjoying your morning coffee, or looking for a peaceful escape, this backyard offers something for everyone. One of the home's most unique features is the separate lock-off area with its own private entrance, creating tremendous flexibility. Use it for extended family, guests, a private home office, or explore the potential for a long-term rental or house-hacking setup to help offset your monthly housing costs. Situated on a corner lot in an established neighborhood with mature trees and ample driveway parking, the location adds even more appeal. Shopping, dining, schools, parks, trails, and open spaces are all conveniently nearby, making everyday life easy while still enjoying the privacy and space of your own home. Five bedrooms, an updated kitchen, an incredible backyard, and flexible lock-off rental income potential—all in a convenient location. You'll want to experience this one in person!

902 S Ironton St, Aurora

Courtesy of 1 Percent Lists Front Range Realty . andy1bedard@gmail.com,720-839-4300

$330,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4103522 MLS

This lovely, cottage-style 1950's home has great bones that are waiting for the perfect buyer to restore the house to its original beauty. What a great opportunity to pick up this spacious property with so much potential and make it your own. With 5 bedrooms and 2 baths, plus a spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace and a good sized kitchen, there is much more room than was typical for this era home. It also has a newer HVAC system with Central A/C! Out back, you'll find a large shed that could be used as a greenhouse/seedling shed, chicken coop, or just for storage. You will also find a fenced in area great for a garden or dog run. On top of that, you will find what was the original home for this parcel, a 2-story/ranch with loft that has potential to be a guest house or in-law quarters, a home business, workshop, or even demolished for space to put a new garage! This section of the parcel does have its own utilities, which would make it the perfect ADU setup. The previously permitted, in-ground pool and hot tub have been demolished and filled in, so there will be no appraisal issues. Calling all DIY'ers looking for the perfect project or an investor looking for a charming home that is in a quiet neighborhood close to schools, the library, restaurants, parks and more. Seller is motivated and willing to negotiate!

275 S Mcdonnell St, Byers

Courtesy of Country Compass LLC . countrycompasshomes@gmail.com,720-320-0445

$789,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 5699233 MLS

Situated on an expansive corner lot in the sought-after Palos Verdes neighborhood, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch blends warm cottage-inspired charm with classic ranch styling and exceptional future potential. Hardwood floors extend throughout the main level, while thoughtful improvements made over the years have enhanced the home's comfort and functionality while preserving its inviting character. The open kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring gorgeous custom sea glass tile backsplash, abundant cabinetry, and an easy flow into the main living spaces—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Tucked at the back of the home, the cozy family room provides a comfortable retreat with views of the private backyard. Step outside to a spacious brick patio designed for relaxing and entertaining, with ample room to create an outdoor kitchen or additional gathering spaces. The oversized corner lot provides outstanding potential for future expansion as well. Downstairs, the unfinished basement offers more than 1,500 square feet and an exceptional opportunity to customize additional living space to fit your needs. Whether you envision extra bedrooms, a recreation room, home gym, guest suite, or all of the above, the home's total finished living space could exceed 3,200 square feet. Located within the award-winning Cherry Creek School District, Palos Verdes is known for its mature trees, established streets, and welcoming neighborhood feel. Enjoy an unbeatable location just minutes from Greenwood Athletic Club, Denver Tech Center shopping and dining, parks, trails, and convenient access to major commuter routes. Offering immediate comfort, enduring character, and exceptional room to grow. https://youtu.be/ffG5PUoZvCQ?si=z3ryjJ9fsPhWMbUS

6100 S Ivy St, Centennial

Courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC . Tashacarringtonrealtor@gmail.com,303-618-4237

$465,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 3629986 MLS

Steps to Duncan Park • Updated cottage • Oversized fenced yard • Smart-home features • Light rail access nearby Thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom cottage located just steps from Duncan Park. The bright, functional interior features new engineered wood flooring, custom built-ins, and flexible living spaces throughout. The sunny kitchen includes newer appliances, an updated faucet with built-in glass washer, and a butcher-block coffee bar. A built-in bench with cubbies and coat hooks creates a convenient entry drop zone, while a dedicated workspace near the kitchen provides space for a home office, study area, or household organization. The remodeled full bathroom offers clean, modern finishes, and an additional half bathroom adds convenience. Smart-home features include a six-zone Rachio Wi-Fi sprinkler system, smart thermostat, smart lock, and Ring cameras at the front and rear entrances. Outside, enjoy an oversized, fully fenced yard with mature shade trees and a dedicated garden area. The covered front porch and backyard patio provide additional outdoor living and entertaining space. An attached one-car garage offers parking and storage. Convenient Englewood location near Duncan Park, neighborhood schools, shopping, dining, public transportation, and light rail access. This updated home combines efficient single-level living, modern technology, outdoor space, and easy access to nearby parks and transit.

4737 S Pennsylvania St, Englewood

Courtesy of Keller Williams DTC . Greg@GregLivingston.com,303-915-4172

$399,999

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 2439932 MLS

Step into this charming 4br/3.5ba cottage that lives far larger than its footprint suggests. Tucked away within the community for added privacy, this inviting home offers an open-concept floor plan with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully designed living spaces. Upon entry, you're welcomed into a spacious living area with a versatile main-floor bedroom—ideal as a guest room, home office, or flex space. The galley-style kitchen features ss appliances and dining areas on both ends, creating a functional layout that's perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Just off the kitchen, step into your fully fenced private backyard—an ideal retreat for gardening, sipping your morning coffee, hosting summer BBQs, or simply unwinding outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with vaulted ceilings, a large walk-in closet, and a private en-suite bath complete with a skylight and oversized soaking tub. The finished basement expands your living space even further with a large flex room that's perfect for a home theater, recreation room, playroom, fitness area, or second family room. The lower level also features the fourth bedroom with its own en-suite bathroom, while the adjacent utility room provides ample space for laundry, storage, and a workshop. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, new carpet, stainless steel appliances, and refreshed landscaping, making this home truly move-in ready. Residents enjoy outstanding community amenities, including a pool, clubhouse, and newly refinished tennis courts. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the nearby trails and endless recreation at Cherry Creek State Park. Conveniently located near shopping and dining along Parker Road, with quick access to I-225, I-25, and the RTD R Line for an easy commute throughout Aurora and the Denver metro area. This home perfectly blends comfort, versatility, privacy, and convenience. Welcome home!

11703 E Cornell Cir, Aurora

Courtesy of Your Castle Real Estate Inc . TaylorSimmonsRE@gmail.com

$620,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 6614760 MLS

Step into this beautifully upgraded and meticulously maintained Graham model by Lennar Homes! This popular single-story layout offers spacious living with soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The home features two generously sized bedrooms that share a stylishly upgraded full bathroom, along with a large laundry room offering ample storage space. The gourmet kitchen boasts a large island with seating, a walk-in pantry, a gas range, and plenty of cabinetry—all enhanced with upgraded fixtures and hardware for a sleek, modern feel. The expansive primary suite includes a luxurious ensuite bath with a walk-in shower and a spacious walk-in closet. The open-concept Great Room comfortably accommodates large furniture and media setups, while the unfinished basement with 9' ceilings presents a blank canvas for your dream space. Step outside to a large covered back patio, perfect for entertaining with room for a dining set and additional seating. This home includes thoughtful upgrades not typically offered in current Lennar builds, such as tall doors, elevated ceilings in the primary bedroom, and upgraded railings. It feels even more spacious than the square footage suggests. Conveniently located within the highly rated Murphy Creek and Vista Peak school zones, and just a short drive to DIA, shopping, and dining—this home is truly a standout! Solar lease $50/month.

24197 E Ada Ave, Aurora

Courtesy of MB Metro Brokers Realty Oasis . alison@realtyoasis.com,303-800-1000

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