Why Live in Lake Sherwood
Lake Sherwood in Fort Collins is a neighborhood characterized by homes built in the 1970s and early 1980s, featuring split-level designs, Colonial Revivals, and modern craftsman styles. The area is known for its mature evergreens and aspens, with many homes having fenced-in backyards on quarter-acre lots. Residents enjoy access to the 40-acre Nelson Reservoir, with many waterfront homes boasting private docks. The Lake Sherwood HOA maintains a community clubhouse and outdoor pool, open seasonally. Nearby, the Collindale Golf Course offers well-maintained greens and a clubhouse restaurant, C.B. & Potts, serving pub fare and drinks. Warren Park, adjacent to the golf course, provides facilities for various sports and a playground. For daily needs, residents can shop at King Soopers or Sprouts Farmers Market. Dining options include Genoa Coffee & Wine, William Oliver’s Colorado Pub & Eatery, and Kinn Thai Cuisine. The neighborhood is bikeable, with a Bike Score of 76, and has access to numerous Transfort bus stops along East Drake Road and South Lemay Avenue. Commuters can reach downtown Fort Collins in about 4 miles, while Interstate 25 connects to Denver and Cheyenne. Schools in the area are highly rated, with Shepardson Elementary, Boltz Middle School, and Fort Collins High School all receiving commendable grades.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lake Sherwood a good place to live?
Lake Sherwood is a good place to live. Lake Sherwood is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Lake Sherwood has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.0 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $125,122 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 57.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Lake Sherwood are home owners, with 24.6% of residents renting and 75.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lake Sherwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lake Sherwood neighborhood guide.
Is Lake Sherwood, CO a safe neighborhood?
Lake Sherwood, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lake Sherwood?
The median home price in Lake Sherwood is $595,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $119,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $132K a year to afford the median home price in Lake Sherwood. The average household income in Lake Sherwood is $125K.
What are the best public schools in Lake Sherwood?
The best public schools that serve Lake Sherwood are:
What are the best private schools in Lake Sherwood?
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Are home prices dropping in Lake Sherwood?
Yes, home prices in Lake Sherwood are down 9% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Lake Sherwood, CO
On average, homes in Lake Sherwood, Fort Collins sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake Sherwood, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $565,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$565,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$595,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$426
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median List Price
$595,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%