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Mid-century homes with easy access to Olde Town Arvada
Located 11 miles northwest of Denver, the community of Alta Vista is a vibrant and unique neighborhood developed by the Hoskinson Brothers in 1954. Known for its impressive inventory of mid-century modern homes, Alta Vista also features traditional architectural designs which have filled in the area's gaps over the years. Once considered cookie-cutter, today these 1950s style homes are considered rare and are an additional draw for prospective buyers. "Alta Vista's central location offers beautiful natural spaces with easy access to Olde Town Arvada," says Lisa Magleby of RE/MAX Alliance. Both residents and visitors alike enjoy spending time at Olde Town Arvada's Main Street, lined with a diverse array of vintage shops, boutiques and restaurants to explore. Olde Town Arvada is also the place locals gather to celebrate seasonal events like Mardi Gras and St. Patrick's Day. Residents here also appreciate their community's robust public school system and their diverse park options.
Renovated and traditional ranch homes rest side by side in Alta Vista, Arvada, Colorado.
The Olde Town Arvada water tower can be seen all around Alta Vista.
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Cocktails and southern classics in Olde Town Arvada
Offering a unique Americana Main Street experience in the booming, ever-developing Denver metro area, downtown or Olde Town Arvada features quaint shops and locales listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Arvada Tavern, for example, dates back to the early 19th century and was once the first bar in the area to be issued a liquor license after Prohibition. Today, in addition to serving up pre-Prohibition-era cocktails, the bar also excels in preparing new concoctions masterminded by local mixologists. Other newly renovated spaces, includes the School House Kitchen and Libations. This 1882 schoolhouse turned upscale saloon serves hundreds of drinks alongside a lengthy menu featuring both 'Coloradan' and southern classics. Olde Town also boasts an impressive array of retail experiences, from galleries to jewelry stores. For all of the everyday essentials, residents can also visit the Rocky Mountain grocery chain--King Soopers--for more produce and shopping needs.
Patio tables can be found outside of the Arvada Army Navy Surplus in Downtown Arvada.
Grab a drink and a meal after work at School House Kitchen and Libations in Arvada, Colorado.
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Olde Town Arvada festivals for Mardi Gras and St. Patrick’s Day
Olde Town Arvada is also where residents celebrate this city's historic roots. Perfect for annual festivals, Olde Town plays hosts to two large community events each year. Every February, a Mardi Gras celebration takes place and includes music, festivities and tasty treats. One month later, it's time for the St. Patrick’s Day festivities, where residents don green as live music, unique vendors, food trucks and a kid's zone fills the street.
Mid-century modern homes with character
Alta Vista is known for its high concentration of mid-century modern style homes, many of which were built between 1950 and 1970. Giving off a sleek aesthetic, these homes often take the form of ranch-styles and feature low, flat roofs with clean straight-lines. Other common characteristics here include modest profiles, brick construction and open floor plans. Some homes also feature covered patios or carports instead of garages. Given their age, many houses have been updated or remodeled; and prices can range from $450,000 to $800,000, depending on the size of the renovation. For those looking for alternatives, prospective home buyers can also choose from condos or townhouses options. These properties, typically feature footprints of less than 2,000 square feet, and sell for between $240,000 for an older, smaller condo to $580,000 for a newly-constructed townhouse. Most streets in Alta Vista feature pedestrian sidewalks, which give residents spaces to walk while catching the sunset over the distant mountains.
Brightly painted homes provide visual interest in Alta Vista neighborhoods.
Colorful doors are characteristic of the homes in Alta Vista.
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Well-regarded Jefferson County Schools
Jefferson County Public Schools serve much of the western Denver Metro Area, including the community of Arvada. Students in Alta Vista may attend Lawrence Elementary before heading to Drake Junior High School, both of which earned a B-plus grade or better from Niche. For ninth through twelfth grades, students can head to Arvada High School, which earned a B-minus from Niche. At Arvada High, students dedicate a portion of each day to 'Bulldog Time.' Named after the school's mascot, this initiative pairs students and teachers into small groups throughout high school to hone essential life skills, including career and college preparation.
High school students attend Arvada Senior High School in Alta Vista.
Football games are a Friday night staple for the Alta Vista community.
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Twenty acres of dynamic space at Ralston Central Park
Alta Vista's largest park, Ralston Central Park, is one of Arvada's premier outdoor destinations. Spanning 20 acres, this park contains newly renovated walking trails, a picnic pavilion, gardens, themed playgrounds, a sand volleyball pit and a spray park for use during Colorado's warm summer months. In addition, the park's Ralston Creek Trail is a great running or dog-walking route and a convenient path to both the Memorial Park's Skate Spot or the Johnny Roberts Disc Golf Course. For tennis-enthusiasts, the Alta Vista Apex Tennis Center — a full-service facility with indoor and outdoor courts, is available for rented play, and also offers lessons for players ages 4 and up.
Children love playing in the expansive Ralston Center playground.
The swings at Ralston Central Park are great for kids of all ages.
Alta Vista Area Ralston Center Park Path
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Regional Transportation District offers bus and rail options for Alta Vista
The Regional Transportation District, or RTD, has an assortment of bus stops on the west side of Alta Vista. For those looking to use RTD’s rail, Olde Town Arvada also has a stop. For commuters, expect an 11-mile drive into downtown Denver and getting to Interstate-70 won’t be hard. “Alta Vista’s location also offers easy access to highways,” Magleby says. Denver International Airport is a 29-mile drive from Alta Vista. Lutheran Medical Center is the closest hospital to the neighborhood and is a 3-mile drive away.
Arvada Ridge Station provides trains to Denver for Alta Vista residents.
The RTD makes the trip to Denver easy and quick from Alta Vista, Arvada, Colorado.
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Sports fans are not far from the action
Denver residents are passionate about their professional sports teams and in Alta Vista, they aren’t far from the action. Empower Field at Mile High, home of the Broncos, and Ball Arena, home of the Nuggets and the Avalanche are just 11 miles from Alta Vista. The Nuggets and Avalanche have been popular as of late in the city as the Nuggets won the NBA title in 2023 and the Avalanche won the Stanley Cup in 2022.
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Parks in this Area
Hoskinson Park
Bike Trails
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Memorial Park
Basketball
Disc Golf
Skateboard
Ralston Central Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Ralston Cove Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Fitzmorris Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Oak Park
Trails
Playground
Parking Lot
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alta Vista
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alta Vista Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alta Vista, Arvada sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Alta Vista, Arvada over the last 12 months is $415,000, down 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,091
Median Age
41
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,253
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,784
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
74.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
66''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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