Why Live in Box Elder Creek Ranch
Box Elder Creek Ranch in Hudson features craftsman-style, modern-traditional, and ranch-style homes, many of which are situated on 1-acre lots with fenced-in backyards. The neighborhood is characterized by quiet, walkable streets due to a lack of through traffic, and homes typically include paved driveways and three-car garages. Built between 2005 and 2017, these homes offer a range of architectural styles. Recreational opportunities abound with Brighton Recreation Center and Brighton Sports Complex nearby, and Barr Lake State Park, located about 10 miles southwest, offering fishing, kayaking, hiking, and over 20 miles of scenic trails. For shopping and dining, residents can visit Brighton’s Prairie Center, approximately 11 miles away, which includes fast-food chains and stores like Target. Downtown Brighton’s Main Street features local businesses and eateries such as Main Street Café. The small town of Hudson, about 6 miles north, offers additional amenities including a hair salon, a pizza restaurant, and the historic Pepper Pod Restaurant and Lounge. Interstate 76 provides convenient access to downtown Denver, 30 miles southwest, and Fort Morgan, 55 miles northeast, while Denver International Airport is roughly 25 miles south. Schools in the area include Padilla Elementary, Overland Trail Middle School, and Brighton High School, which offers a variety of career and technical education courses and work-based learning programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Box Elder Creek Ranch a good place to live?
Box Elder Creek Ranch is a good place to live. Box Elder Creek Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Box Elder Creek Ranch has 7 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $155,737 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 16.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Box Elder Creek Ranch are home owners, with 2.4% of residents renting and 97.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Box Elder Creek Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Box Elder Creek Ranch neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Box Elder Creek Ranch?
The median home price in Box Elder Creek Ranch is $585,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $117,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,030 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $130K a year to afford the median home price in Box Elder Creek Ranch. The average household income in Box Elder Creek Ranch is $156K.
What are the best public schools in Box Elder Creek Ranch?
The best public schools that serve Box Elder Creek Ranch are:
What are the best private schools in Box Elder Creek Ranch?
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Home Trends in Box Elder Creek Ranch, CO
On average, homes in Box Elder Creek Ranch, Hudson sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Box Elder Creek Ranch, Hudson over the last 12 months is $555,000, up 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$555,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$704,129
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$550,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$552,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$267
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$585,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
46%
