Why Live in Walnut Hills
Walnut Hills, a small suburb in Centennial, southwest of Denver, offers a blend of suburban living with convenient access to urban amenities. The neighborhood is bordered by East Arapahoe Road to the north and a commercial district to the east, which buffers it from Interstate 25. Residents benefit from access to Denver’s Rail System, with the Dry Creek station providing a traffic-free commute to Downtown Denver in under 50 minutes. The area features two parks, a pool, and a greenway that connects to Centennial’s extensive bike path system. Homes in Walnut Hills range from midcentury ranch-style houses with large picture windows and fireplaces to remodeled late-century bungalows. There are also low-rise condominiums near the commercial district, designed in a western mountain style. The commercial district includes a variety of dining options, an Albertsons Supermarket, and small businesses, while nearby E Arapahoe Rd hosts a Safeway and a Sprouts Organic Market. Within three miles, residents can access an Ikea, a Walmart, two hospitals, a Regal Cinemas, and Fiddler’s Green Amphitheater. Walnut Hills Elementary, West Middle School, and Cherry Creek High School are highly rated, with the high school offering a renowned college preparatory program and six language courses. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, enhancing its appeal for families. Additionally, Cherry Creek State Park, a 4,200-acre cultivated wilderness, is just three miles northeast, providing ample outdoor recreation opportunities.
Home Trends in Walnut Hills, CO
On average, homes in Walnut Hills, Centennial sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Walnut Hills, Centennial over the last 12 months is $629,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$629,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$665,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$335,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$371,700
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$307,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$317
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
86
Median List Price
$650,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
