Why Live in Golden Gate Canyon
Golden Gate Canyon, nestled in the Colorado Rockies, offers a serene retreat with modern conveniences. The neighborhood features a mix of isolated mountain houses, including log cabins, classic ranchers, and modern homes, as well as contemporary single-family dwellings in the Canyon Point and Ranch subdivision. These homes, often with rustic designs, stone accents, and covered front porches, provide panoramic views and spacious interiors with open-concept floorplans and vaulted ceilings. Children attend highly rated schools in the Jefferson County School District, including Golden High School, which offers unique after-school activities and leadership opportunities. For things to do, residents can explore the White Ash Mine Park, enjoy the Nightbird Gulch Trailhead leading to Mount Galbraith Park, or hike the trails at Mount Galbraith Park and Centennial Cone Park. The Big Easy trailhead in Clear Creek Canyon offers a family-friendly hike with scenic views. Proximity to downtown Golden ensures access to artisan boutiques, local diners, breweries, and grocery stores like Safeway. Route 93 facilitates commuting, while local spots like Cast Iron Tavern and Cannonball Creek Brewing Company provide dining and craft beer options. Annual events such as Buffalo Bill Days and the Golden Fine Arts Festival foster a strong community spirit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Golden Gate Canyon a good place to live?
Golden Gate Canyon is a good place to live. Golden Gate Canyon is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Golden Gate Canyon is a rural neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Golden Gate Canyon has 7 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 55. The average household income is $186,767 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 47% of residents. A majority of residents in Golden Gate Canyon are home owners, with 17.5% of residents renting and 82.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Golden Gate Canyon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Golden Gate Canyon neighborhood guide.
Is Golden Gate Canyon, CO a safe neighborhood?
Golden Gate Canyon, 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 Golden Gate Canyon?
The median home price in Golden Gate Canyon is $1,649,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $329,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.23%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $8,110 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $348K a year to afford the median home price in Golden Gate Canyon. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Golden Gate Canyon is $187K.
What are the best public schools in Golden Gate Canyon?
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Home Trends in Golden Gate Canyon, CO
On average, homes in Golden Gate Canyon, Golden sell after 130 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Golden Gate Canyon, Golden over the last 12 months is $1,380,000, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,380,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,489,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$489
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$1,649,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%