Why Live in Willow Trace
Willow Trace in Centennial is a neighborhood known for its recreational opportunities and contemporary homes. Residents enjoy proximity to numerous golf courses and the Aurora Reservoir, which is 6 miles away and popular for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and scuba diving. The neighborhood features large, two-story single-family homes with wood and brick siding, front-facing gables, and two or three-car garages. Townhouses with two and three bedrooms and two-car garages are also available. The area is served by highly rated schools, including Aspen Crossing Elementary, Sky Vista Middle, and Eaglecrest High, all within a quarter mile. Willow Trace Park, near the elementary and middle schools, offers a play structure, swing sets, and a half basketball court. Nearby trails connect to Copperleaf Bark Park and Spring Creek Park, which has multiple sports fields and a playground. For shopping and dining, residents frequent East Quincy Avenue and South Picadilly Road, home to a Walmart Neighborhood Market, K+ Hotpot, Two22 Brew, Mr. Taco, and Spice 8 Asian Kitchen. East Smokey Hill Road hosts a larger shopping center with King Soopers, Walgreens, Sprouts Farmers Market, and Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery. The neighborhood benefits from low crime rates compared to the national average. Colorado E-470 provides quick access to Denver International Airport, 20 miles away. The area’s homes have recently received new roofs due to a summer hailstorm, adding to the neighborhood's appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willow Trace a good place to live?
Willow Trace is a good place to live. Willow Trace is considered car-dependent and bikeable. Willow Trace is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Willow Trace has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.7 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $135,321 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Willow Trace are home owners, with 10.3% of residents renting and 89.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Willow Trace can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Willow Trace neighborhood guide.
Is Willow Trace, CO a safe neighborhood?
Willow Trace, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Willow Trace?
The median home price in Willow Trace is $597,800. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,100 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $133K a year to afford the median home price in Willow Trace. The average household income in Willow Trace is $135K.
What are the best public schools in Willow Trace?
The best public schools that serve Willow Trace are:
What are the best private schools in Willow Trace?
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Are home prices dropping in Willow Trace?
Yes, home prices in Willow Trace are down 8% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Willow Trace, CO
On average, homes in Willow Trace, Centennial sell after 173 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Willow Trace, Centennial over the last 12 months is $579,500, up 107% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$579,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$579,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$299,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$251
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$597,800
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
107%
