Why Live in Hiwan Hills
Hiwan Hills in Evergreen, Colorado, is characterized by its spacious single-family homes, with properties ranging from one to over three acres. Home styles include raised ranch and traditional mountainside homes with cabin influences. The neighborhood is heavily forested, contributing to an elevated wildfire risk typical of the Evergreen area. Hiwan Heritage Park, spanning over 1,600 acres, offers forested paths and a museum showcasing local history. Nearby, Dedisse Park features the Evergreen Golf Course, the Dedisse Trail, and Evergreen Lake, popular for paddleboarding and ice skating. The area is a hub for outdoor activities, attracting visitors for mountain biking and hiking. Downtown Evergreen, just a mile from Hiwan Hills, is known for its unique setting along Bear Creek, with locally owned businesses, galleries, and restaurants like Little Bear and Cactus Jacks Saloon & Grill offering live music. The community hosts events such as the Holiday Walk, fostering a strong local culture. Hiwan Hills is served by the Jeffco Public Schools district, with highly rated schools like Bergen Elementary, Evergreen Middle, and Evergreen High School. The neighborhood is conveniently connected to Denver, about 30 miles away, via Evergreen Parkway and Interstate 70.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hiwan Hills a good place to live?
Hiwan Hills is a good place to live. Hiwan Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Hiwan Hills has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 49. The average household income is $187,704 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 73.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Hiwan Hills are home owners, with 16.2% of residents renting and 83.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Hiwan Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Hiwan Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Hiwan Hills?
The median home price in Hiwan Hills is $338,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $67,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,750 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Hiwan Hills. The average household income in Hiwan Hills is $188K.
What are the best public schools in Hiwan Hills?
The best public schools that serve Hiwan Hills are:
- Evergreen High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Wilmot Elementary School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Evergreen Middle School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
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Home Trends in Hiwan Hills, CO
On average, homes in Hiwan Hills, Evergreen sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hiwan Hills, Evergreen over the last 12 months is $475,000.
Median Sale Price
$475,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$364,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$315,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$286,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$401
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$338,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
