Why Live in Meadows
Meadows, a thriving suburb southwest of Denver, is characterized by its tree-dotted landscape and proximity to both Denver and Aurora. The neighborhood features a variety of housing options, including traditional and split-level homes with attached garages and ample off-street parking. Condos range from $300,000 to $400,000, while single-family homes are priced between $600,000 and $900,000. The Jefferson County School District serves the area, with highly rated schools such as Ute Meadows Elementary School, Deer Creek Middle School, and Chatfield Senior High School. Chaucer Park, with its benches and playground, and the Woodbourne Community Pool are popular local features. Meadows Golf Club, an 18-hole public course, is located just across South Simms Street. For shopping and dining, Meadows Plaza offers conveniences like King Soopers, Walgreens, and Tu Casa Mexican. The neighborhood is also well-connected, with an RTD bus stop at Meadows Plaza and nearby access to Colorado State Highway 470. Residents enjoy numerous walking trails in neighboring areas like Ken Caryl and Sanctuary Park. Meadows provides a balanced mix of suburban tranquility and urban accessibility, making it a desirable location for families and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadows a good place to live?
Meadows is a good place to live. Meadows is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Meadows is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Meadows has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.1 people per acre and a median age of 46. The average household income is $181,291 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 66.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Meadows are home owners, with 5.8% of residents renting and 94.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Meadows can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Meadows neighborhood guide.
Is Meadows, CO a safe neighborhood?
Meadows, 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 Meadows?
The median home price in Meadows is $3,795,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $759,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $19,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $843K a year to afford the median home price in Meadows. The average household income in Meadows is $181K.
What are the best public schools in Meadows?
The best public schools that serve Meadows are:
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Home Trends in Meadows, CO
On average, homes in Meadows, Denver sell after 186 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Meadows, Denver over the last 12 months is $750,000, up 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$750,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$3,595,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,229
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$3,795,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
61%
