Why Live in Spring Mesa
Spring Mesa in Arvada, Colorado, is a neighborhood featuring homes mostly built between 2007 and 2010. Options range from modern contemporary and new traditional estates to ranch styles. Many properties include full basements and three-car garages, with larger-than-average lots. Spring Mesa is among the safest neighborhoods in the Denver area. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive network of trails and parks, including Tucker Lake, Blunn Reservoir, Long Lake Regional Park and North Table Mountain Park. The nearby Ralston Creek Trail is popular for walking, jogging and cycling, while West Woods Golf Club, just 2 miles away, offers a 27-hole course. Dining options include Lot One for classic American cuisine. Olde Town Arvada features a variety of restaurants and shops, such as School House Kitchen and Libations and Homegrown Tap & Dough. Westwoods Shopping Center and Arvada Marketplace are also nearby. The neighborhood offers easy access to Denver and Boulder via Indiana Street, Highway 70 and Highway 93. Public transportation options include the RTD bus and the G Line commuter rail. Major employers in the area include Lockheed Martin, Ball Corporation and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Spring Mesa is part of the Jefferson County School District, which has highly rated schools such as West Woods Elementary School, Drake Middle School and Ralston Valley High School. Ralton Valley High has a comprehensive STEM program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spring Mesa a good place to live?
Spring Mesa is a good place to live. Spring Mesa is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Spring Mesa has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $205,313 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 64.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Spring Mesa are home owners, with 4.5% of residents renting and 95.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Spring Mesa can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Spring Mesa neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Spring Mesa?
The median home price in Spring Mesa is $1,457,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $291,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $7,130 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $306K a year to afford the median home price in Spring Mesa. The average household income in Spring Mesa is $205K.
What are the best public schools in Spring Mesa?
The best public schools that serve Spring Mesa are:
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Are home prices dropping in Spring Mesa?
Yes, home prices in Spring Mesa are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Spring Mesa, CO
On average, homes in Spring Mesa, Arvada sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Spring Mesa, Arvada over the last 12 months is $1,325,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$335
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$1,457,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
