Why Live in Willow Run
Willow Run in Broomfield offers a blend of nostalgic charm and modern living, characterized by rolling grassy hills and a welcoming community. Conveniently located between Boulder, 20 minutes northwest, and Denver, 30 minutes south, this neighborhood features a mix of 1,500-square-foot single-family ranch-style homes and 1,700-square-foot two-story Craftsman houses, many with attached garages and fenced backyards. Well-maintained sidewalks lead to the Willow Run Open Space, a grassy field with paved trails. Another neighborhood trail meanders past a scenic creek and over a 15-foot bridge, leading to the Willow Run Playground. Nearby Columbine Meadows Park offers sports facilities, while Teller Farms Trail is popular for hiking, dog walking and biking. Students attend highly rated schools, including Mountain View Elementary School, Westlake Middle School and Legacy High School. Frolic Brewing Company, just a 5-minute drive north, offers a casual dining experience with pizza and nachos. Willow Run Shopping Center offers a small selection of stores and restaurants, but most residents make the 15-minute drive to Lafayette for shopping and dining. Willow Run is car-dependent, with easy access to Interstate 25.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willow Run a good place to live?
Willow Run is a good place to live. Willow Run is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Willow Run is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Willow Run has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.3 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $135,510 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 46% of residents. A majority of residents in Willow Run are home owners, with 43.6% of residents renting and 56.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Willow Run can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Willow Run neighborhood guide.
Is Willow Run, CO a safe neighborhood?
Willow Run, 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 Willow Run?
The median home price in Willow Run is $612,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $122,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,040 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $130K a year to afford the median home price in Willow Run. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Willow Run is $136K.
What are the best public schools in Willow Run?
The best public schools that serve Willow Run are:
What are the best private schools in Willow Run?
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Home Trends in Willow Run, CO
On average, homes in Willow Run, Broomfield sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Willow Run, Broomfield over the last 12 months is $579,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$579,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$604,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$327
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$612,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
