Custom Home Builder in Belcaro, Denver New Homes, Remodels & Additions in Belcaro
Belcaro is a quiet residential enclave in central Denver, east of Washington Park and Bonnie Brae. The neighborhood grew up around the historic Phipps Mansion in the middle of the last century, and most of its homes date to the 1960s and 1970s — ranches and contemporaries on lots that are spacious by central Denver standards. The Cherry Creek Trail runs along its edge, Cherry Creek North and downtown are a short drive, and I-25 and light rail make commuting straightforward.
What draws people to Belcaro is the combination: an in-town address with room to breathe. What it means for building is a different set of questions than most Denver neighborhoods — the lots can take a larger home or a real addition, and the decision is usually about how much of a 1960s or 1970s house is worth keeping.
Belcaro Features
- Historic Phipps Mansion
- Cherry Creek Trail
- Spacious lots under mature trees
- Bonnie Brae Ice Cream
- Bonnie Brae Tavern
- Osaka Sushi
Building in Belcaro: Room to Work, Older Bones
Belcaro lots are the asset. Where a Wash Park project fights for every foot, a Belcaro site usually has room for a full-size new home, a meaningful addition, or outdoor living that does not come at the expense of the house. Mature trees and established landscaping are worth planning around, and setbacks still shape where new square footage can go.
The housing stock is the variable. A 1960s ranch with good structure can take a full remodel and a second-story addition — that is exactly how our Belcaro project below came together. When the floor plan and systems fight the way you want to live, a scrape and a ground-up build is the cleaner answer. We will give you a straight read on which one your house calls for.
Our Belcaro Project
Our Belcaro work is below: the Stokes Belcaro project, completed in 2022, which combined new home construction with a second-story addition on an existing ranch. Click the photo for the full project, with more photos and the details of what was done.
What It Costs to Build in Belcaro
The straight answer, because it is the first question everyone asks: most Caliber custom homes cost between $450 and $750+ per square foot to build, depending on design complexity, finishes, and site. Most projects finish between $1.5M and $3M in hard costs — construction only, not including land or design. Projects for ultra-high-net-worth clients, with complex architecture and premium finishes, run $3M and up.
In Belcaro, the lot is rarely the constraint — the budget question is usually how much of the existing house to keep. Every home is priced for its specific size, design, finishes, and site, which is why our process ends with one confirmed estimate before construction starts rather than a guess. For the full breakdown, read our guide to what it costs to build a custom home in Denver, or see the cost answer on our FAQ page.
How a Caliber Project Works
Every Caliber project runs through the same three phases, on new builds and remodels alike:
1. Land Acquisition and Home Design
Caliber has built custom homes in Denver since 2006, working with the area’s top realtors, architects, and designers. If you are still looking for a lot in Belcaro — or deciding whether the house already on one is worth keeping — we will help you navigate your options based on your needs before design work starts.
2. Specifications Development
Details are what set a custom home apart, and keeping up with all of them can be overwhelming. We walk you through every decision and document each one in your personal Portal. Then we obtain bids from subcontractors and vendors based on your selections and confirm the overall estimate for your project.
3. Project Management & Home Construction
Once construction is underway, our dedicated team tracks each area of the build and follows all expenses with detailed billing, so you always know where your home stands. The project closes out with a full inspection and walk-through with a warranty company, and you receive a Close-Out Package with copies of all contracts, invoices, releases, city documents, manuals, and warranties.
See the full process, step by step, on our process page.
Thinking About Building in Belcaro?
Start with a conversation. Tell us about the lot, the house, or the idea, and we will give you a straight read on what it takes, what it costs, and which route makes sense. Contact Caliber or call 877-859-6533.
Contact
877-859-6533
1925 East Kentucky Ave, Denver, CO 80209