Why Live in Cranford
Cranford in Greeley features historic homes close to the shopping and dining hubs of the city. The neighborhood has a mix of Craftsman-style bungalows, ranch-style homes, and Tudor-era-inspired cottages, creating a warm, established atmosphere with mature trees and close-knit quarter-acre lots. Many homes include covered front porches and fenced-in backyards. Dining options abound along 16th Street and Eighth Avenue, with local favorites like Margie’s Java Joint and High Brau Taphouse. Downtown Greeley, about a mile away, features diverse businesses, including The Cow Saloon & Eatery and Makers Mercantile & Studio, which hosts art classes. Grocery needs are met by nearby King Soopers and Natural Grocers. Glenmere Park, a short walk west, offers tree-shaded trails, a serene pond, and a playground, while Centennial Park provides sports facilities, a skate park, and Greeley’s largest outdoor pool. Farr Park includes amenities for baseball, volleyball, tennis, and pickleball. Greeley Evans Transit bus stops along 10th Avenue and 16th Street offer six routes throughout the city, with the Poudre Express route connecting to Windsor and Fort Collins. U.S. routes 85 and 34 provide access to Loveland, Fort Collins, Fort Morgan, and Denver. The University of Northern Colorado, half a mile from Cranford, adds vibrancy in the fall with its student population.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cranford a good place to live?
Cranford is a good place to live. Cranford is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable. Cranford has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 112.4 people per acre and a median age of 28. The average household income is $68,612 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 40.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Cranford are renters, with 77.3% of residents renting and 22.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cranford can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cranford neighborhood guide.
Is Cranford, CO a safe neighborhood?
Cranford, CO is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cranford?
The median home price in Cranford is $414,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $82,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,030 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $87K a year to afford the median home price in Cranford. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Cranford is $69K.
What are the best public schools in Cranford?
The best public schools that serve Cranford are:
What are the best private schools in Cranford?
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Are home prices dropping in Cranford?
Yes, home prices in Cranford are down 3% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cranford, CO
On average, homes in Cranford, Greeley sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Cranford, Greeley over the last 12 months is $380,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$380,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$382,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$210
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$414,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
