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Showing 26 communities in the Denver metro area

Arvada

Jefferson & Adams County
+3.8%

Arvada blends walkable Old Town character with G Line light rail to Union Station and easy access to the Rockies.

Median SFH
$595K
Median Condo
$375K
20–30 min via I-70 or G Line to downtown Denver
  • G Line light rail direct to Union Station
  • Olde Town Arvada — walkable shops, breweries, restaurants
View Arvada Guide

Aurora

Arapahoe, Adams & Douglas County
+2.9%

Aurora is the metro's most populous suburb with the widest price range, multiple light rail lines, and communities from established to brand new.

Median SFH
$485K
Median Condo
$305K
20–35 min via I-225 or light rail to downtown Denver
  • E, F, and H light rail lines throughout the city
  • Aurora Reservoir — boating, swimming, and trails
View Aurora Guide

Boulder

Boulder County
+3.1%

Boulder offers a rare combination of walkable urban amenities, Flatirons access, and a top university environment — at a premium price.

Median SFH
$1.15M
Median Condo
$575K
35–50 min via US-36 or Flatiron Flyer BRT to downtown Denver
  • Pearl Street Mall — nationally recognized walkable downtown
  • Flatirons — world-class hiking and climbing
View Boulder Guide

Brighton

Adams & Weld County
+4.5%

Brighton offers some of the metro's most competitive pricing with newer construction, generous lot sizes, and easy I-76 access.

Median SFH
$445K
Median Condo
$285K
35–50 min via I-76 to downtown Denver
  • Most competitive home prices in the metro
  • New construction with modern floor plans and larger lots
View Brighton Guide

Broomfield

Broomfield County
+3.4%

Broomfield sits along the US-36 corridor with its own county, strong corporate employment, and balanced access to both Denver and Boulder.

Median SFH
$590K
Median Condo
$360K
25–40 min via US-36 or Flatiron Flyer to downtown Denver
  • Flatiron Flyer BRT — express service to Denver Union Station
  • Major employers: Oracle, Vail Resorts, and more
View Broomfield Guide

Castle Pines

Douglas County
+4.1%

Castle Pines is one of Denver's most distinguished luxury suburbs — wooded terrain, The Canyons master-planned community, and Douglas County schools.

Median SFH
$845K
Median Condo
$470K
40–55 min via I-25 to downtown Denver
  • The Canyons — resort-style master-planned community
  • Castle Pines Golf Club — premier private course
View Castle Pines Guide

Castle Rock

Douglas County
+5.2%

Castle Rock combines a charming historic downtown with fast-growing master-planned neighborhoods, top-ranked schools, and a strong sense of community.

Median SFH
$625K
Median Condo
$385K
35–50 min via I-25 to downtown Denver
  • Walkable historic downtown with local dining and shops
  • The Meadows, Terrain, and Cobblestone Ranch communities
View Castle Rock Guide

Centennial

Arapahoe County
+3.6%

Centennial offers a mix of 1970s–2000s homes in mature neighborhoods with proximity to the Denver Tech Center and top Cherry Creek and Littleton schools.

Median SFH
$655K
Median Condo
$405K
25–35 min via I-25 or E-470 to downtown Denver
  • Adjacent to the Denver Tech Center
  • South Suburban Parks — 3,000+ acres of parks and open space
View Centennial Guide

Cherry Hills Village

Arapahoe County
+2.8%

One of Colorado's most exclusive addresses — estate homes on large lots with privacy, Cherry Hills Country Club, and a short drive to Cherry Creek.

Median SFH
$2.50M
15–25 min via I-25 to downtown Denver
  • Estate homes on half-acre to multi-acre lots
  • Cherry Hills Country Club — site of major golf championships
View Cherry Hills Village Guide

Commerce City

Adams County
+3.2%

Commerce City offers competitive pricing, Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Refuge access, and easy proximity to DIA and the north Denver employment corridor.

Median SFH
$420K
Median Condo
$270K
20–35 min via I-270 or I-76 to downtown Denver
  • Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge — bison and eagles
  • Dick's Sporting Goods Park — Colorado Rapids MLS stadium
View Commerce City Guide

Denver

Denver County
+3.4%

Denver is a world-class city with diverse neighborhoods, 300+ days of sunshine, and everything from urban condos to classic bungalows in walkable districts.

Median SFH
$640K
Median Condo
$415K
You live here to downtown Denver
  • 300+ days of sunshine and direct mountain access
  • Distinct neighborhoods: LoHi, RiNo, Wash Park, Cherry Creek
View Denver Guide

Edgewater

Jefferson County
+4.8%

Edgewater is a small, walkable city immediately west of Denver bordering Sloan's Lake Park — with W Line light rail access and genuine urban energy.

Median SFH
$525K
Median Condo
$340K
15–25 min via W Line or Colfax to downtown Denver
  • Sloan's Lake Park — Denver's largest city park
  • Edgewater Marketplace — walkable dining and shops
View Edgewater Guide

Englewood

Arapahoe County
+3.7%

Englewood sits immediately south of Denver with C and D light rail, a revitalized South Broadway arts corridor, and accessible entry-level pricing.

Median SFH
$485K
Median Condo
$305K
15–25 min via C/D light rail to downtown Denver
  • C and D light rail — direct to downtown Denver and DTC
  • South Broadway arts and dining corridor
View Englewood Guide

Evergreen

Jefferson County
+3.9%

Evergreen is the quintessential Colorado mountain community — elk in the yard, Evergreen Lake down the road, and Denver just over the hill via I-70.

Median SFH
$795K
Median Condo
$475K
40–55 min via I-70 (weather dependent) to downtown Denver
  • Evergreen Lake — year-round recreation including winter ice skating
  • Downtown Evergreen — galleries, dining, and local character
View Evergreen Guide

Golden

Jefferson County
+3.5%

Golden has a walkable historic downtown on Clear Creek, Colorado School of Mines, and immediate Rockies access — at a premium the market consistently supports.

Median SFH
$725K
Median Condo
$445K
20–30 min via US-6 or I-70 to downtown Denver
  • Clear Creek — kayaking, fishing, and trail running through downtown
  • Washington Ave — vibrant walkable downtown with local character
View Golden Guide

Greenwood Village

Arapahoe County
+2.6%

Greenwood Village is the address of choice near the Denver Tech Center — tree-lined estate streets, large lots, and Cherry Creek School District in one of the metro's most prestigious zip codes.

Median SFH
$1.15M
Median Condo
$540K
20–30 min via I-25 or light rail to downtown Denver
  • Adjacent to the Denver Tech Center employment hub
  • Cherry Creek School District — highly regarded
View Greenwood Village Guide

Highlands Ranch

Douglas County
+3.8%

Highlands Ranch is one of the most comprehensively planned communities in the nation — four rec centers, 70+ miles of trails, top-ranked schools, and a market that consistently holds its value.

Median SFH
$690K
Median Condo
$420K
30–45 min via I-25 or C-470 to downtown Denver
  • Four HRCA recreation centers with pools, fitness, and tennis
  • 70+ miles of maintained trails through open space
View Highlands Ranch Guide

Lakewood

Jefferson County
+3.6%

Lakewood is Jefferson County's largest city — W Line light rail, Bear Creek Trail, Green Mountain open space, and a diverse housing stock from classic ranches to new townhomes.

Median SFH
$560K
Median Condo
$355K
20–30 min via W Line or US-6 to downtown Denver
  • W Line light rail to Union Station in 25–35 min
  • Bear Creek Trail — 12+ miles of paved trail
View Lakewood Guide

Littleton

Arapahoe, Douglas & Jefferson County
+3.9%

Littleton's historic Main Street downtown, C and D light rail access, and South Platte River trails make it one of the south metro's most well-rounded and livable communities.

Median SFH
$590K
Median Condo
$370K
25–35 min via C/D light rail or US-285 to downtown Denver
  • Historic downtown Littleton — walkable Main Street
  • C and D light rail lines serving south Denver
View Littleton Guide

Lone Tree

Douglas County
+3.5%

Lone Tree combines E Line light rail at Lincoln Station, the RidgeGate master-planned development, and Park Meadows Mall into a highly convenient south Denver package.

Median SFH
$685K
Median Condo
$415K
30–45 min via I-25 or E Line light rail to downtown Denver
  • Lincoln Station — E Line light rail to downtown and DTC
  • RidgeGate — transit-oriented master-planned development
View Lone Tree Guide

Louisville

Boulder County
+3.3%

Louisville consistently earns recognition as one of the best small cities in America, with a historic Main Street downtown, Coal Creek Trail, and a resilient community rebuilt after 2021.

Median SFH
$725K
Median Condo
$450K
35–50 min via US-36 or Flatiron Flyer to downtown Denver
  • Historic Main Street — walkable dining and local character
  • Coal Creek Trail connecting Louisville and Superior
View Louisville Guide

Parker

Douglas County
+4.7%

Parker has grown substantially while maintaining genuine community character — historic Mainstreet, Rueter-Hess Reservoir, and Douglas County's top-ranked schools.

Median SFH
$625K
Median Condo
$390K
35–50 min via E-470 and I-25 to downtown Denver
  • Historic Mainstreet Parker — community events and local shops
  • Rueter-Hess Reservoir — major outdoor recreation destination
View Parker Guide

Superior

Boulder County
+3.6%

Superior shares Boulder County's school quality and outdoor access at a more accessible price point, with significant new construction following the 2021 Marshall Fire.

Median SFH
$710K
Median Condo
$435K
35–50 min via US-36 or Flatiron Flyer to downtown Denver
  • Significant new construction from the Marshall Fire rebuild
  • Coal Creek Trail — extensive multi-use trail system
View Superior Guide

Thornton

Adams County
+3.3%

Thornton is Adams County's largest city — N Line commuter rail, competitive pricing, and a broad mix of established and newer neighborhoods in the north Denver metro.

Median SFH
$490K
Median Condo
$310K
25–40 min via I-25 or N Line commuter rail to downtown Denver
  • N Line commuter rail — direct to Denver Union Station
  • Competitive pricing among north Denver metro values
View Thornton Guide

Westminster

Adams & Jefferson County
+3.1%

Westminster straddles Adams and Jefferson counties along US-36, offering one of the only suburban locations with practical access to both downtown Denver and Boulder.

Median SFH
$510K
Median Condo
$325K
25–40 min via US-36 or Flatiron Flyer to downtown Denver
  • US-36 corridor — practical access to Denver and Boulder
  • Flatiron Crossing — major retail and dining hub
View Westminster Guide

Wheat Ridge

Jefferson County
+4.6%

Wheat Ridge borders Denver directly to the west — W Line light rail, Clear Creek Trail, an emerging 38th Avenue dining scene, and prices that undercut Denver proper.

Median SFH
$545K
Median Condo
$350K
15–25 min via W Line or surface roads to downtown Denver
  • W Line light rail to Union Station in ~25 min
  • Clear Creek Trail along the northern edge of the city
View Wheat Ridge Guide

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