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.
