Why Live in Lakeshore
Lakeshore in Aurora, CO, provides a unique lakeside living experience with access to extensive trails, a new indoor recreation center, and established schools. The neighborhood features Craftsman-style homes, colonial revivals, and some extended ranch-style homes, particularly in the western part. Many homes include Victorian touches, solar panels, three-car garages, and fenced-in backyards, with some properties featuring small in-ground pools. Residents enjoy direct access to paved trails around the lake, a small playground, and a volleyball court. The Central Recreation Center offers indoor fitness classes, basketball, swimming, and cooking classes. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the 10-mile Horseshoe Park with creekside trails and baseball fields. Dining options include Six Capital Brewing, known for its craft beers and elevated barbecue dishes, and Old Chicago Pizza & Taproom, offering traditional and specialty pizzas. Grocery shopping is convenient with King Soopers nearby. Students attend Vassar Elementary, Columbia Middle School, and the highly-rated Rangeview High School. Lakeshore is less than 20 miles from Denver, with Interstate 225 and bus lines on Buckley and Tower roads providing easy regional travel. The neighborhood's crime rate is consistent with the national average, ensuring a balanced living environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lakeshore a good place to live?
Lakeshore is a good place to live. Lakeshore is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Lakeshore is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Lakeshore has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $138,498 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 34.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Lakeshore are home owners, with 9% of residents renting and 91% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lakeshore can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lakeshore neighborhood guide.
Is Lakeshore, CO a safe neighborhood?
Lakeshore, CO is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lakeshore?
The median home price in Lakeshore is $398,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $79,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Lakeshore. The average household income in Lakeshore is $138K.
What are the best public schools in Lakeshore?
The best public schools that serve Lakeshore are:
What are the best private schools in Lakeshore?
The best private schools that serve Lakeshore are:
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Home Trends in Lakeshore, CO
On average, homes in Lakeshore, Aurora sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lakeshore, Aurora over the last 12 months is $330,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$400,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$255,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$265,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$135,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
58
Median List Price
$398,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
