Why Live in Heather Gardens
Heather Gardens in Aurora is divided into a senior living community south of Yale Avenue and a residential suburb to the north. The southern area, managed by the Heather Gardens Association, caters to residents aged 55 and up, offering a variety of housing options including two-story townhouses, high-rise condos, and duplexes with attached garages and private patios. The northern part features homes built in the 1970s and 80s, predominantly ranch-style and split-level houses, with some Colonial Revival and Tudor homes. Residents enjoy resort-style amenities such as heated pools, tennis courts, a fitness room, a library, and a 9-hole golf course. Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Crestridge Park, which has a playground, picnic shelter, and pickleball courts, or explore Cherry Creek State Park's miles of trails and fishing spots. Heather Gardens is highly walkable with easy access to the Colorado Front Range Trail for hiking and biking. Interstate 225 and several local bus lines provide convenient transportation options, and the Iliff Station offers RTD light rail transit. Shopping and dining options are plentiful, with a commercial area at Iliff Avenue and Chambers Road featuring a Walmart Neighborhood Market, The French Press café, and various other businesses. Families in Heather Gardens can send their children to Yale Elementary School, Prairie Middle School, and the highly rated Overland High School, which offers STEM-focused programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heather Gardens a good place to live?
Heather Gardens is a good place to live, receiving 4.8 stars from its residents. Heather Gardens is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Heather Gardens is a suburban neighborhood. Heather Gardens has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 67. The average household income is $69,798 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 42.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Heather Gardens are home owners, with 32.3% of residents renting and 67.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Heather Gardens can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Heather Gardens neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Heather Gardens?
The median home price in Heather Gardens is $320,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Heather Gardens. The average household income in Heather Gardens is $70K.
What are the best public schools in Heather Gardens?
The best public schools that serve Heather Gardens are:
What are the best private schools in Heather Gardens?
The best private schools that serve Heather Gardens are:
- Crescent View Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
What are the most popular zip codes in Heather Gardens, Aurora, CO?
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Are home prices dropping in Heather Gardens?
Yes, home prices in Heather Gardens are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Heather Gardens, CO
On average, homes in Heather Gardens, Aurora sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Heather Gardens, Aurora over the last 12 months is $275,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$275,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$500,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$407,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$265,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$200,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$230
Number of Homes for Sale
81
Last 12 months Home Sales
153
Median List Price
$320,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-14%
