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Laredo Highline

Laredo Highline

Suburban Neighborhood in Aurora, Colorado

Arapahoe County 80011
$424,729 Average Value
$228 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale
Laredo Highline features quiet residential streets.
Laredo Highline features quiet residential streets.

Laredo Highline offers quiet streets near major medical centers

Laredo Highline is a north Aurora community near Colfax Avenue and major hubs like Anschutz Medical Campus and the Town Center at Aurora. The neighborhood is known for its 1970s homes and attractive price points, drawing first-time buyers and investors alike. Quiet residential pockets offer a reprieve from the nearby commercial corridors, while the High Line Canal Trail offers outdoor recreation and access to the city’s expansive parks network. Revitalization is in the works, bringing new businesses and convenient amenities close to home.

An established housing scene with attractive price tags

Most homes in Laredo Highline were built between the 1970s and 1980s, with a few newer builds mixed throughout. Bi-levels, ranch-style homes and craftsman bungalows feature fenced-in back yards dotted with tall oaks and evergreens, and most offer attached multi-car garages. With a median price of around $450,000, the neighborhood is more affordable compared to the Arapahoe County median of $595,000. Single-family homes start in the mid-$300,000s and reach the upper $500,000s, with price tags changing with square footage, condition and build year. On the north side of the neighborhood, subdivisions like Leisure Landing and Berkshire Place have townhouses ranging from the low $200,000s to the high $300,000s.

Split level homes are common in the neighborhood
Split level homes are common in the neighborhood
Two-story, split-level and ranch style homes make up most of the area's housing market.
Two-story, split-level and ranch style homes make up most of the area's housing market.
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Public schools within walking distance and open enrollment

The community is served by Aurora Public Schools (APS), with both Laredo Elementary and Hinkley High School located within a short walk of most homes. APS has around a dozen career and technical education programs, ranging from manufacturing trades and engineering to criminal justice and education. Through the district’s open enrollment program, families can apply to any school across the district, with admittance determined as space allows. Additionally, high school students can earn dual enrollment through courses at the Community College of Aurora.

Laredo Elementary School is within a short walk of many homes.
Laredo Elementary School is within a short walk of many homes.
The area is served by Aurora Public Schools.
The area is served by Aurora Public Schools.
Hinkley High School is a highly-ranked public high school.
Hinkley High School is a highly-ranked public high school.
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Locals can get their groceries at the King Soopers at Chambers Plaza.
Locals can get their groceries at the King Soopers at Chambers Plaza.

Shopping and dining on Colfax

“The area has grown quite a bit in recent years,” says Dawn Green, a local Realtor with Real Brokerage. “They have been revamping and adding more restaurants across Aurora. There will be a new Whole Foods coming to this side of town soon, plus, you’re around 15 minutes from Stanley Marketplace, which is a really desirable shopping area.” Colfax Avenue is the longest commercial corridor in the United States and serves as the northern boundary of Laredo Highline. There are dozens of locally owned businesses lining the corridor, with a diverse selection of nearby favorites:

  • Akwaba serves West African fare.
  • El Pelicano offers seafood and classic Mexican dishes.
  • Sol Bol is known for its fresh smoothie bowls and baked goods
For groceries and essentials, King Soopers and Mi Pueblo Market are both close by. Town Center at Aurora is a large shopping mall around 3 miles away, with dozens of boutiques, major retailers and restaurants.

Parks and trails close to home

Even with a major business district close to home, outdoor recreation remains a big part of daily life in Laredo Highline. There are a handful of parks and outdoor areas within the neighborhood, and dozens within a 10-minute drive:

  • Apache Mesa Park offers open space, a playground and picnic tables.
  • The High Line Canal Trail winds through the west side of the neighborhood and runs for over 70 miles.
  • The 18-hole Springhill Golf Course is a short drive east and features distant views of the Rockies.
  • The Aurora Sports Park has a dozen baseball diamonds and more than 20 multi-use athletic fields.

Apache Mesa Park is nearby.
Apache Mesa Park is nearby.
The High Line Canal Trail runs through the neighborhood.
The High Line Canal Trail runs through the neighborhood.
The High Line Canal Trail continues for miles across Aurora.
The High Line Canal Trail continues for miles across Aurora.
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Driving to major employers and nearby public transit

There are a number of major employment hubs within a short drive of the neighborhood, including Buckley Space Force Base, The Anschutz Medical Campus and Centretech. Nearby, Interstate 225 offers quick access to Interstate 70 and the Denver Tech Center. The Regional Transportation District (RTD) operates the area’s bus routes, with stops along Chambers Road and Colfax. RTD also operates the city’s light rail system. “The nearby light rail can take riders all over, including to the shopping mall,” Explains Shay Galloway, an agent with Your Castle Realty, who has experience selling homes in the area. The 13th Avenue rail station can be accessed in the neighboring community of Chambers Heights.

The I-225 Freeway carries commuters to Denver from Laredo Highline in Aurora, Colorado.
The I-225 Freeway carries commuters to Denver from Laredo Highline in Aurora, Colorado.
The 13th Ave RTD Station is just a mile west of Laredo Heights in Aurora, Colorado.
The 13th Ave RTD Station is just a mile west of Laredo Heights in Aurora, Colorado.
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Transit

Airport

Denver International

20 min drive

Bus

Chambers Rd & 10th Ave

Bus

Chambers Rd & 6th Ave

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Chambers Rd & 8th Ave

Bus

Chambers Rd & 12th Ave

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Laredo Highline US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 8 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,354
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,726
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,326
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
953
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
536
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
9
Median Rent
$2,195
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,729
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,729
Median Condo Rent
$1,350
Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,350

Demographics

Total Population
7,234
Median Age
36
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$38,154
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$53,608

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
74.4%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
13.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
% Population in Labor Force
59.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
56''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Limited public transit

Transit®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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