Why Live in Highland Park
Highland Park in Aurora, Colorado, offers a blend of outdoor recreation and suburban living, with Downtown Denver less than 10 miles away. The neighborhood is known for its extensive walking and biking paths, including direct access to the 71-mile High Line Canal Trail. Del Mar Park, with its aquatic center and sports facilities, and Highline Park and Ballfields are popular spots for family activities. Golf enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Aurora Hills Golf Course and CommonGround Golf Course, both within 1 mile. Housing options include L-shaped brick ranches, midcentury two-stories, and town houses, with mature trees providing ample shade. Streets are wide, though sidewalks are narrow and lack a buffer from the road. Homes typically feature driveways and garages, reducing the need for street parking. The neighborhood is undergoing redevelopment, with home prices generally lower than the Aurora average.
Highland Park's schools include Lansing Elementary, Aurora Hills Middle School, and Aurora Central High School. For shopping, residents frequent the older Hoffman Heights Shopping Center, home to King Soopers and City Donuts, as well as Pupusas La Salvadoreña for Salvadoran cuisine. The Town Center at Aurora, less than 3 miles away, offers over 150 retailers and a movie theater. Most residents rely on cars for transportation, with Colorado State Route 30 and Interstate 225 providing easy access. Public transportation is available via Regional Transportation District bus stops. Denver International Airport is 14 miles away, and emergency services are within 3 miles, including UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highland Park a good place to live?
Highland Park is a good place to live. Highland Park is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with some transit options. Highland Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.0 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $99,333 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 24.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Highland Park are home owners, with 48.6% of residents renting and 51.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Highland Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Highland Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Highland Park?
The median home price in Highland Park is $489,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $97,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,440 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Highland Park. The average household income in Highland Park is $99K.
What are the best public schools in Highland Park?
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Home Trends in Highland Park, CO
On average, homes in Highland Park, Aurora sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Park, Aurora over the last 12 months is $465,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$474,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$365,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$221
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median List Price
$489,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
