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Leyden Rock

Leyden Rock

Suburban Neighborhood in Arvada, Colorado

Jefferson County 80007

$937,440 Average Value
$288 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

Homes hugging the Front Range

Leyden Rock’s metropolitan district lies at the foothills of the Front Range, where outdoor adventures are scattered between over 17 miles of interconnected hiking trails, open green spaces and rolling fairways. For maximum accessibility, the neighborhood’s amenities are situated in the community’s center, with homes encircling them. “Leyden Rock has one of the best pool communities, clubhouses, and parks. They bring music in, and that is probably one of the most gregarious family communities with events,” says Broker Joann Perito with Avenues Unlimited, a Colorado native who has sold homes for over 26 years. “If you’re looking for a lifestyle in your community, you’ve got it – it’s not the walkability to a coffee shop or anything, you’ve got to drive for that – but what’s around there is a definite community and the most popular high school in Arvada Ralston Valley.”
There are endless outdoor possibilities in Leyden with the Front Range mountains being so close.
There are endless outdoor possibilities in Leyden with the Front Range mountains being so close.
Leyden Rock residents bask in Colorado's natural beauty without feeling too removed from Denver.
Leyden Rock residents bask in Colorado's natural beauty without feeling too removed from Denver.
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Ralston Valley High School Learners

Jeffco Schools District – which offers school choice – serves the neighborhood, beginning with Meiklejohn Elementary School and then Drake Middle School, both of which earn A-minus grades from Niche. Ralston Valley High receives an A grade and, for over a decade, has been recognized by the Colorado Board of Education as a school of excellence. High schoolers may choose from 23 Advanced Placement (AP) courses and 10 honors courses. The 2022 graduates attended all private and public schools in Colorado and universities such as Yale and Princeton.
Ralston Valley Senior High School in Arvada has achieved a score of A on Niche.com.
Ralston Valley Senior High School in Arvada has achieved a score of A on Niche.com.
Drake Junior High School is a highly rated public school in Arvada with an A- grade on Niche.
Drake Junior High School is a highly rated public school in Arvada with an A- grade on Niche.
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Pattridge paths and sports at Long Lake

Hikers travel along unpaved hills within Pattridge Open Space, just south of the Leyden Rock community. Further south within Long Lake Regional Park, teams battle on football, soccer and baseball fields. Four-legged friends meet other dogs after long walks on trails between West Arvada Dog Park and Blunn Reservoir. As common throughout Arvada, limited access to water and a dry climate fosters a potential risk for fire. Although fire risk is not as high as in northern communities, different parts of Leyden Rock score between five and seven on Risk Factor’s 10-point fire risk scale.
Baseball games take place on summer afternoons at Long Lake Regional Park in Arvada.
Baseball games take place on summer afternoons at Long Lake Regional Park in Arvada.
Bring the dogs to the conveniently located West Arvada Dog Park just off West 66th Ave.
Bring the dogs to the conveniently located West Arvada Dog Park just off West 66th Ave.
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West Woods errands and brews on tap

West Woods Shopping Center houses chain restaurants, King Soopers and big box stores, including Ace Hardware and Kohl’s. Nearby, the bar scene extends from Colorado Tap House to Resolute Brewing Tap and Cellar. While only those patrons 21 years or older can enjoy the cold drinks at Colorado Tap House, those under 21 are not left out on the fun with food trucks and yard games on site. Food trucks also visit Resolute Brewing, where locals enjoy barrel-aged brews while admiring the patio’s mountain backdrop.
Head north of Leyden to Resolute Brewing to meet friends for some craft beers.
Head north of Leyden to Resolute Brewing to meet friends for some craft beers.
Run errands at Westwoods Shopping Center near Leyden.
Run errands at Westwoods Shopping Center near Leyden.
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Leyden Rock living and golfing communities

Craftsman homes with stucco and stone exteriors are common features along sidewalks in Leyden subdivisions. “Leyden Rock is a planned unit development and sits on what used to be a landfill, but they cleaned up the landfill — it took years to do it — and then the developers could go in and build stunning, contemporary homes of all shapes and sizes,” Perito says. Within this subdivision, housing options range from $480,000 for two-bedroom townhouses to single-family homes priced between $800,000 for a three-bedroom and $1.18 million for a five-bedroom. The upkeep of the landscaping and amenities, such as the pool, are funded with monthly association fees of roughly $30. Street lamps along the subdivision guide walkers at night. In fact, Leyden Rock has a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Craftsman homes in Leyden list between 800,000 and roughly one million dollars.
Craftsman homes in Leyden list between 800,000 and roughly one million dollars.
Craftsman and new traditional elements find their way into the style of homes Leyden Rock homes.
Craftsman and new traditional elements find their way into the style of homes Leyden Rock homes.
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Travels through Leyden Rock

Coal Creek Canyon Road – also Colorado state Route 72 – cuts across the neighborhood’s northern, connecting it with mountain adventures to the west. State Highway 93 runs down the western side toward Golden, 10 miles south. Denver International Airport (DEN) is a 40-mile drive east along Extension 470.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

52 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Leyden Rock US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Leyden Rock Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$925,000
Median Sale Price
$915,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$915,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$698,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
152
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
939
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
2016
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,657
Significantly above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,793
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
2,658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

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    8632 Yule St, Arvada, CO 80007

    $805,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,294 Sq Ft
    • 8632 Yule St
    • New 22 days ago

    Seller may consider buyer concessions if made in an offer. Welcome home! A fireplace and a soft neutral color palette create a solid blank canvas for the living area. You'll love cooking in this kitchen, complete with a spacious center island and a sleek backsplash. Head to the spacious primary suite with good layout and closet included. The primary bathroom is fully equipped with a separate

    Tara Jones Opendoor Brokerage LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,707
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$175,872
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$199,939

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
65.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.7%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

3 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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