Why Live in Powderhorn
Powderhorn, a suburb located 30 minutes southwest of Denver, is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts with its proximity to skiing, hiking, swimming, and various indoor and outdoor activities. The neighborhood features large homes with mountain views, including postmodern Craftsman-like and ranch homes in Eagle Point, ranging from 2,000 to 3,000 square feet. Panorama Ridge and Woodbury Hills offer split levels, ranches, and modernized Craftsman houses between 2,500 to 3,500 square feet. Residents enjoy landscaped lawns, fenced-in backyards, and ample driveway and garage space. Powderhorn Elementary School, Summit Ridge Middle School, and Chattfield High School, known for its top STEM program, serve the community's educational needs. Powderhorn Park provides recreational opportunities with soccer fields, jogging tracks, and playgrounds, while Ridge Recreation Center offers an indoor pool, sports courts, and a rock wall. Edge Ice Arena hosts hockey games and ice-skating practices. Clement Park, three miles east, features sports fields and an amphitheater for live music. Kipling Place Shopping Center, just five minutes away, includes a fitness center, CVS, fast-food options, and cinemas. Natural Grocers and Wal-Mart are nearby for convenient shopping, along with Bowle’s Café for dining. The major highway C-470 connects residents to Denver and attractions like Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater and Bear Creek Lake, enhancing the range of things to do. Powderhorn is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families seeking a suburban lifestyle with easy access to outdoor activities and amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Powderhorn a good place to live?
Powderhorn is a good place to live. Powderhorn is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Powderhorn is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Powderhorn has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 47. The average household income is $177,306 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Powderhorn are home owners, with 3.3% of residents renting and 96.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Powderhorn can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Powderhorn neighborhood guide.
Is Powderhorn, CO a safe neighborhood?
Powderhorn, 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 Powderhorn?
The median home price in Powderhorn is $840,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $168,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,090 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $175K a year to afford the median home price in Powderhorn. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Powderhorn is $177K.
What are the best public schools in Powderhorn?
The best public schools that serve Powderhorn are:
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Are home prices dropping in Powderhorn?
Yes, home prices in Powderhorn are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Powderhorn, CO
On average, homes in Powderhorn, Denver sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Powderhorn, Denver over the last 12 months is $820,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$820,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$825,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$317
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$840,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
