Why Live in City Center North
City Center North, located in the heart of Aurora, offers a central location with easy access to numerous attractions and amenities. The neighborhood is well-connected with public transportation options, including two light rail stops along Abilene Street and several bus stops, making commutes to downtown Denver and Denver International Airport convenient. The area is also close to I-225, facilitating quick trips to nearby shopping malls and downtown Denver, which is 16.2 miles away. The residential streets are primarily composed of condominium complexes and townhomes, mostly built in the early 1980s and some in the 2000s. Traditional-style homes with gray stone tile roofs are also present, featuring modest front yards and sidewalks leading to cul-de-sacs.
City Center North is home to Aurora City Place, which includes stores like Target Grocery, Michaels, and Ross, and the Town Center at Aurora, offering retail options such as Macy’s and JCPenney. Dining options include BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse and Parkside Eatery + Bar. The Aurora Municipal Center hosts local events like the 4th of July Spectacular and a Holiday Tree Lighting. For outdoor activities, residents can visit City Center Park, which features trails, a pond, and geese, or Yellow Park, which offers tennis courts and a playset.
Young students can attend the highly rated Aurora Quest K-8, while older students go to Hinkley High School. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a low crime risk environment. The Medical Center of Aurora is conveniently located less than 3 miles south of the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City Center North a good place to live?
City Center North is a good place to live. City Center North is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with good transit options. City Center North has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.6 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $69,272 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.9% of residents. A majority of residents in City Center North are renters, with 65.9% of residents renting and 34.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving City Center North can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
City Center North neighborhood guide.
Is City Center North, CO a safe neighborhood?
City Center North, CO is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in City Center North?
The median home price in City Center North is $430,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $86,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,230 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in City Center North. The average household income in City Center North is $69K.
What are the best public schools in City Center North?
The best public schools that serve City Center North are:
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Home Trends in City Center North, CO
On average, homes in City Center North, Aurora sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in City Center North, Aurora over the last 12 months is $588,983, up 116% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$588,983
Median Single Family Sale Price
$588,983
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$202
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$430,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
116%
