$798,934Average Value$316Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
Desirable enclave to settle down
Oak Crest—also referred to as Oak Park—is the desirable type of suburb where folks tend to stick around once they settle in, and the homes that sporadically pop up on the market are snatched up quickly. Lots are spacious and often dotted with maples and pine trees that offer shade in the summer, with some streets featuring sidewalks ideal for an early morning walk. A few older homes stand steadfastly next to newly built or renovated properties, and residents living in the southern part of town may hear the train that runs through that area. “Prices are high in Oak Crest, but the proximity to Denver, Golden and Boulder makes it the perfect center point,” says Justin Pfeifer, an Arvada local and real estate agent at RE/MAX Northwest Inc.
Oak Crest features quiet neighborhood streets and a lively community in Arvada, Colorado.
Oak Crest is a small residential neighborhood with amenities and shops for all to enjoy.
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Both suburban and eclectic home styles
Residential roads feature dual-toned Colonial Revivals or Craftsman and Traditional-inspired houses flanked by wide ranch-style homes. Many also display farmhouse elements like curved or hipped roofs and Tudor-style half-timbering details. These single-family properties typically range between 1,500 and 4,500 square feet, boasting multicar garages, driveways and landscaped or hardscaped lawns visible from the front and fenced-in, sizeable yards around the back. “We saw a huge increase in the market between 2012 and 2016, and with these new builds the prices are still going up,” Pfeifer notes. More established Split Levels and raised ranch homes can sell from as low as $550,000 to around $800,000, while larger or renovated dwellings can cost from $800,000 to upwards of $1.8 million.
A ranch home rests beside a split level home in Oak Crest, Arvada, Colorado.
Larger traditional homes with spacious lots are available in Oak Crest, Arvada, Colorado.
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Choice Enrollment in JeffCo district
Jefferson County School District No. R-1, graded an A-minus from Miche, serves students living in Oak Crest. The community is kid-friendly, and it’s not uncommon to see parents walking their children to Sierra Elementary School in the morning. Niche grades this school a B-plus and ranks it in the top 23% of elementary schools in Colorado. Students can progress to Oberon Junior High, which receives a B grade from Niche. Ralston Valley Senior High hosts the area's high schoolers, which Niche grades an A and ranks in the top percentage of high schools for both STEM and athletes in the state. Jefferson County also offers a Choice Enrollment program, so students can apply to attend any district school outside their normal enrollment zone.
Sierra Elementary School teaches the youngest minds of the Oak Crest neighborhood.
The entrance at Oberon Middle School in Lakecrest in Arvada, Colorado.
Ralston Valley Senior High School in Arvada has achieved a score of A on Niche.com.
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From nature trails to rec centers
Next to Sierra Elementary School, Sierra Park offers paved walking trails around ample green space. On the west side of town, Alice Sweet Thomas Park has well-kept outdoor tennis courts. Residents craving solitude in nature can stroll the pebbled trails in the 72-acre Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge located to the east, where they might be serenaded by a marsh wren as it searches for insects along the canal. The nearby Simms Street Recreation Center provides activities for toddlers to adults, from indoor and outdoor courts, gymnastics and fitness centers to pottery classes.
Enjoy a long walk along Standley Lake at Standley Lake Regional Park in Arvada, Colorado
Enjoy a variety of activities at Apex Center, a mile south of Oak Crest, Arvada, Colorado.
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Shopping and Dining
Interstate 70 runs along the south side of Oak Crest, leading to downtown Denver in 10 miles. Several RTD Denver bus stops line the east side of town on Kipling Street. For train riders, Westminster station is about 6 miles east.
Great Harvest Bakery serves up local goods and fresh baked bread daily near Oak Crest in Arvada.
Locals love the Target for shopping and groceries near Oak Crest in Arvada, Colorado.
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The go-to Northridge Shopping Center
When it’s time to restock the fridge, residents head east to the nearby Northridge Shopping Center where they can choose from King Soopers, Sprouts and Natural Grocers. Locals can grab an energy boost from Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters before stopping in to peruse the impressive collection of used books, music and games at Black & Read, a long-running shop that specializes in vintage media. They can dine in on steak and seafood at The Butchery and then pick up a fresh-baked loaf from Great Harvest Bakery before heading home.
Get hot coffee and freshly baked bread from Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters and Great Harvest Bakery
The Butchery is a locally known eatery for delicious steaks and fresh drinks near Oak Crest, CO.
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Street festivals in Olde Town
Although many residents enjoy the quiet, integrated nature of the Oak Crest community, all the excitement of Olde Town Arvada is just 5 miles south—about 15 minutes by car. Foodies and shoppers pop in and out of the variety of eateries and boutiques Olde Town offers. The streets close for recurring and seasonal festivals throughout the year like Second Saturdays and Mardi Gras.
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Parks in this Area
Pioneer Park
Baseball/Softball
Woodrun Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Lakecrest Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Walking Paths
Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge
Bike Trails
Trails
Parking Lot
Standley Lake Recreation Area
Arvada Skatepark
Skateboard
Trails
Parking Lot
Alice Sweet Thomas Park
Tennis
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Cody's Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Walking Paths
Apex Center
Transit
Airport
Denver International
45 min drive
Bus
Kipling St & W 80th Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Oak Crest
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
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oak Crest, Arvada sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Oak Crest, Arvada over the last 12 months is $828,457, up 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Rarely do opportunities like this come along. This Arvada estate lot is one of the last vacant lots in the area and is ready for your new home. This corner lot now spans 33,442 square feet, 12% larger than its size at the time of purchase in March 2024. It is the perfect location to bring your builder and build your dream home. The property includes a new access easement from 80th Avenue
This expansive corner lot with mature trees and beautiful landscaping has a backyard oasis that's hard to beat. With its large covered patio, open entertaining area, gazebo, plumbed-in gas line, and gorgeous 10-foot deep in-ground pool complete with diving board, you won't need to leave the house all summer to relax and unwind. Walking in the front door past the covered front porch, you'll be
Make this your "Forever Home," it has everything you could think of! The recently remodeled kitchen features KitchenAid appliances and a Thermador 6-burner cooktop with a built-in grill. Granite and quartz counters are accented by grey and blue custom cabinetry. The kitchen opens seamlessly to the vaulted living room with access to a huge front deck. The dining area is spacious enough to seat 12
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,963
Median Age
50
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$129,167
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$141,385
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
48%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.7%
% Population in Labor Force
61.2%
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®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
10/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
17/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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