Why Live in Ashwood
Ashwood, a neighborhood in Golden, Colorado, offers residents sweeping views of the Front Range and easy access to natural surroundings. The community is bordered by West Colfax Avenue and West Sixth Avenue, with the Colorado Mills shopping center nearby. Outdoor activities are abundant, with hiking and biking trails on North Table Mountain and along Clear Creek River to Union Station in Denver. Welchester Tree Grant Park, known for its historic ash trees, features a 1-mile trail for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, while Daniels Park provides a playground for children. The Denver Curling Center offers lessons and lane rentals for winter sports enthusiasts. Ashwood is an established neighborhood with a mix of post-war ranches, split-level homes, and new duplexes on smaller plots. Home styles vary, with spacious lots on Orchard Road, suburban lots on Yank and Youngfield streets, and large lots on Xenon Court, some of which can accommodate horses and hobby farms. The area is served by highly rated schools, including Bell Middle School and Golden High School. Residents have convenient shopping options at Colorado Mills and downtown Golden, which features independent shops and restaurants. Commuters can travel 9 miles to Denver or 26.5 miles to Boulder, with a Light Rail option from Red Rocks Community College Station. CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital is 2 miles away, and Denver International Airport is 34 miles from the neighborhood. Ashwood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashwood a good place to live?
Ashwood is a good place to live. Ashwood is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ashwood has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.3 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $145,632 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 51.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Ashwood are renters, with 52.1% of residents renting and 47.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ashwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ashwood neighborhood guide.
Is Ashwood, CO a safe neighborhood?
Ashwood, 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 Ashwood?
The median home price in Ashwood is $972,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $194,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,040 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $216K a year to afford the median home price in Ashwood. The average household income in Ashwood is $146K.
What are the best public schools in Ashwood?
The best public schools that serve Ashwood are:
What are the best private schools in Ashwood?
The best private schools that serve Ashwood are:
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Are home prices dropping in Ashwood?
Yes, home prices in Ashwood are down 75% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Ashwood, CO
On average, homes in Ashwood, Golden sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ashwood, Golden over the last 12 months is $62,000, down 62% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$62,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$62,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,495,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$693
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$972,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
27%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-62%