Why Live in City Center
City Center in Greeley features a mix of historic homes, including bungalows, ranch-style houses, American foursquares, and farmhouses, many with Victorian influences. Most homes date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with properties typically on quarter-acre lots and fenced-in backyards. Luther Park, located in the southwest, offers open fields, a playground, and shaded picnic areas, while Island Grove Regional Park, a short drive north, is the largest outdoor recreation area in Greeley, featuring a splash pad, playground, and sports facilities. The Poudre River Trail, accessible about a mile north, runs over 20 miles through Greeley and Windsor to southeast Fort Collins. The neighborhood is known for its authentic Mexican restaurants along Ninth Street and 11th Avenue, including Birrieria Doña Maria and Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant. Los Comales Market provides local grocery options, with larger stores like Save a Lot and King Soopers about 3 miles southeast. Each summer, Island Grove hosts the Greeley Stampede, a major community event with carnival rides, rodeos, and live music. The Greeley Evans Transit System offers bus routes throughout town, and major roads like U.S. Route 34 and state Route 85 provide access to nearby cities and beyond. The LINC Library Innovation Center downtown offers a variety of programs and facilities, including a maker space and recording studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is City Center a good place to live?
City Center is a good place to live. City Center is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. City Center has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.8 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $54,060 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.1% of residents. A majority of residents in City Center are renters, with 60.3% of residents renting and 39.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving City Center can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
City Center neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in City Center?
The median home price in City Center is $329,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in City Center. The average household income in City Center is $54K.
What are the best public schools in City Center?
The best public schools that serve City Center are:
What are the best private schools in City Center?
The best private schools that serve City Center are:
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Home Trends in City Center, CO
On average, homes in City Center, Greeley sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in City Center, Greeley over the last 12 months is $311,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$311,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$319,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Median List Price
$329,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%