Located on the eastern side of the city of Arvada, the proud community of Highlands sits close to rich parkland and great schools. The community is located about 3 miles from Olde Town Arvada but there are plenty of amenities nearby, including several golf clubs, chain shopping and dining options.
The Highlands community is lined with Colonial split levels with side-gabled roofs along hilly streets. Occasionally there are also ranch-style homes tucked between two taller builds, often with a combination of brick and vinyl siding. Covered front porches and attached garages are common, and some streets have sidewalks, but the lack of parking strips separating the sidewalk from the street does hinder the area’s walkability. “Even though the homes are larger here than in the downtown area, prices tend to drop the farther away you get from Olde Town,” says Sean Murphy, team leader of the Moxie Denver team and host of the popular Somewhere In Colorado YouTube channel. Three-bedroom homes with almost 2,000 square feet of living space usually go for under $600,000. As a highly established neighborhood, low inventory is driven in part by infrequent moves, and residents tend to stick around for a long time. “Plus,” Murphy adds, “you do get the added bonus of a nearby golf course.”
That course can be found at Indian Tree Golf Club, a popular public course to the west of Wadsworth Boulevard. Tee time reservations can be made online, and golfers can stop in to spend time on the practice range before enjoying some “Mile High” nachos from the club’s restaurant. And even though the residential streets may not be incredibly walkable, nearby parks have more than enough space for a calm stroll or a swift sprint. Faversham Park invites visitors to spend a sunny day fishing or picnicking by the sparkling lake. A paved trail loops around the lake and connects to the Tepper Fields, a set of four baseball fields that often host local Little League games. About a mile away, the Little Dry Creek Trail connects to other parks in the area.
Students living in Highlands can attend Hackberry Hill Elementary School, which maintains a grade of B-plus on Niche. Many students will move on to attend B-minus rated North Arvada Middle School, where a community garden helps students and neighbors come together. And at Arvada Senior High School, which maintains a grade of C-plus on Niche, students can join the Academic Pathways program, which offers specialized studies in STEM, sports business and the arts.
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities hosts shows, events and classes throughout the week. Or head over to Black & Read Music, Books and Games to peruse the vintage vinyl collection or pick up a new book. Target and fast-casual food options like Chick-Fil-A, along with Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters, a local cafe that sources beans directly from farmers around the world are found in the same shopping center. Just south, residents can get groceries easily at Sprouts Farmers Market. With nearby parks, shopping centers and dining options, Highlands offers homebuyers a suburban retreat with a caring community.
Residents can take Wadsworth Boulevard to reach Olde Town Arvada, which is home to the Arvada Farmers Market on Sundays from June to September. Interstate 70 is also close by for commuters.
Savie Glardon
Resident Realty South Metro
(720) 907-1207
25 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$380,000 Price
Mark Scanlan
Brokers Guild Real Estate
(877) 934-5846
40 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$500,000 Price
Dylan Lander
Real Broker, LLC DBA Real
(720) 407-4724
33 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$540,000 Price
Christopher Nowakiwsky
RE/MAX Professionals
(970) 409-1229
22 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$650,000 Price
Stacy Dedin
Coldwell Banker Realty 56
(720) 575-1133
37 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$525,000 Price
Mark Trenka
Century 21 Trenka Real Estate
(720) 807-0851
101 Total Sales
1 in Highlands
$595,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highlands | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Highlands, Arvada sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Highlands, Arvada over the last 12 months is $545,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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