Why Live in Cameo Estates
Cameo Estates, located northwest of Arvada at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, retains a touch of its agricultural past, particularly with its equestrian-friendly zoning. Large lots in the neighborhood often allow horses, reflecting its rich horse history. The Arvada Indoor Equestrian Center and Sweet S Ranch offer riding lessons and boarding services, respectively. For those seeking other activities, Pioneer Park features six baseball diamonds and the Simms Street Recreation Center, which includes pickleball courts and a gymnastics studio. The Apex Center provides an indoor pool, ice rinks, a climbing wall, and gyms, while the nearby Arvada Skatepark caters to skating enthusiasts. Farmstead Park offers playground equipment and walking trails.
Cameo Estates showcases a mix of older homes, new constructions, and multi-acre properties, with styles ranging from split-level homes to modern Craftsman and colonial revival homes. The neighborhood is served by the highly rated Jefferson County School District, including Van Arsdale Elementary and Ralston Valley High School, both known for their quality education.
For dining, the recently opened Freedom Street Social Hall features diverse food options, including Chicago-style pizza and barbecue. King Soopers and Grow Girl Organics Arvada Farm provide grocery options, with the latter offering a weekly farm stand and a Community Supported Agriculture program. The Regional Transportation District's bus lines and the G Line light rail at Arvada Ridge Station connect residents to the broader Denver metro area and Denver International Airport, located about 40 minutes away by car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cameo Estates a good place to live?
Cameo Estates is a good place to live. Cameo Estates is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Cameo Estates is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Cameo Estates has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.1 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $165,144 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Cameo Estates are home owners, with 10% of residents renting and 90% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cameo Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cameo Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Cameo Estates, CO a safe neighborhood?
Cameo Estates, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cameo Estates?
The median home price in Cameo Estates is $820,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $164,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $182K a year to afford the median home price in Cameo Estates. The average household income in Cameo Estates is $165K.
What are the best public schools in Cameo Estates?
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Home Trends in Cameo Estates, CO
On average, homes in Cameo Estates, Arvada sell after 111 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cameo Estates, Arvada over the last 12 months is $749,000, up 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$749,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$749,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$820,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
46%
