Why Live in The Knolls
The Knolls neighborhood in Centennial, Colorado, is a sought-after suburb located just southeast of Downtown Denver. Known for its range of home styles, The Knolls features townhouses shaded by cedar and loblolly pine trees, French-inspired colonial townhouses near Cherry Knolls Park, and Tudor-inspired mansions with large lots. The area is part of the highly rated Littleton Public Schools district, with Sandburg Elementary School, Newton Middle School, and Arapahoe High School all receiving high marks, including a Blue Ribbon designation for the high school. The neighborhood is bike-friendly, boasting 28 miles of trails, including the Big Dry Creek Trail, and plans for 108 additional miles of trails throughout the county. Cherry Knolls Park offers 200 acres of green space with fields, courts, playgrounds, and small hills for sledding. Shopping and dining options are plentiful at the Cherry Knolls Shopping Center and the nearby Southglenn outdoor mall, which features restaurants, a grocery store, and a cinema. The Knolls is safer than the national average, adding to its appeal. Residents have easy access to Denver’s city center, 15 miles north, via University Boulevard, and can connect to major highways like SH 470 and Interstate 25. The closest Denver Light Rail station is in Littleton/Downtown on the D line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Knolls a good place to live?
The Knolls is a good place to live. The Knolls is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. The Knolls has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.5 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $133,469 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 60.2% of residents. A majority of residents in The Knolls are home owners, with 13.4% of residents renting and 86.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving The Knolls can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
The Knolls neighborhood guide.
Is The Knolls, CO a safe neighborhood?
The Knolls, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in The Knolls?
The median home price in The Knolls is $794,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $159,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,940 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $169K a year to afford the median home price in The Knolls. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in The Knolls is $133K.
What are the best public schools in The Knolls?
The best public schools that serve The Knolls are:
What are the best private schools in The Knolls?
The best private schools that serve The Knolls are:
- Aspen Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Mile High Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- St Thomas More Parish School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
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Home Trends in The Knolls, CO
On average, homes in The Knolls, Centennial sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in The Knolls, Centennial over the last 12 months is $820,000, up 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$820,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$900,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$469,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$313
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median List Price
$794,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
37%
