Why Live in Oak Crest
Oak Crest, also known as Oak Park, is a popular suburb in Arvada where residents often stick around for a while. The neighborhood features spacious lots with healthy maples and pine trees, as well as sidewalks that are popular for casual strolls. Established homes blend with newly built or renovated houses, including Colonial Revival, Craftsman, traditional and ranch styles. Many homes incorporate farmhouse elements and Tudor-style details, measuring between 1,500 and 4,500 square feet, often featuring multi-car garages. Jefferson County School District No. R-1 serves the area, and students attend Sierra Elementary School, Oberon Junior High and Ralston Valley Senior High. Sierra Park and Alice Sweet Thomas Park provide outdoor recreation, while the Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge offers pebbled nature trails. The Simms Street Recreation Center caters to people of all ages with a variety of activities. For shopping and dining, residents visit the Northridge Shopping Center, which includes King Soopers, Sprouts and Natural Grocers. Eateries include The Butchery, a popular nearby spot for dinner featuring steak and seafood, and Great Harvest Bakery, which offers fresh-baked goods. Oak Crest is quieter compared to the bustling Olde Town Arvada, located just 5 miles south, which is known for its restaurants, boutiques and seasonal festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Crest a good place to live?
Oak Crest is a good place to live. Oak Crest is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Oak Crest is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Oak Crest has 10 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.7 people per acre and a median age of 50. The average household income is $141,385 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 48% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Crest are home owners, with 15.9% of residents renting and 84.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Crest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Crest neighborhood guide.
Is Oak Crest, CO a safe neighborhood?
Oak Crest, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oak Crest?
The median home price in Oak Crest is $815,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $163,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.38%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $174K a year to afford the median home price in Oak Crest. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Oak Crest is $141K.
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Home Trends in Oak Crest, CO
On average, homes in Oak Crest, Arvada sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Crest, Arvada over the last 12 months is $807,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$807,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$799,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$332
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median List Price
$815,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
