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Close to top medical care
Located 18 miles southeast of downtown Denver near the suburb of Aurora, Utah Park provides convenience for commuters within Interstate 225 with about a half-hour commute for those working in downtown Denver. The neighborhood is also close to the Medical Center of Aurora, which specializes in cardiology, oncology, and orthopedic care. In addition, the large Anschutz Medical Campus, including the University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital of Colorado, is only six miles away. The neighborhood is a popular place for employees of both hospital complexes to live.
The Medical Center of Aurora is located in Utah Park.
Medical Center of Aurora.
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Namesake park
In the late 2000s, massive renovations occurred at Utah Park at the corner of Peoria Street and Jewell Avenue. The park has 46 acres of space and now has a natural pond with various waterfowl, a large baseball diamond, plenty of space for soccer and multiple tennis courts. The picnic shelter can also be reserved for parties and events. There’s also a playground and a paved trail that encompasses the park. “The park also has a rec center with a swimming pool with swim lanes, diving boards and a water playground for young kids,” says Jay Sandstrom, a broker associate at Your Castle Real Estate. Peoria Hills Park has over 9 acres with lots of green space and a shaded playground. Jewell Wetlands Park’s purpose is to preserve the natural ecosystem. There are multiple observation decks and walkways to observe nature. A small parking area is located off Jewell Avenue.
Utah Park's picnic area allows for a relaxing afternoon.
Utah Park is full of recreational fun and residential areas.
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Open enrollment schooling
Colorado is a state that allows residents to enroll at schools in state districts for which they are not zoned. While most of the public schools in the area are part of the Aurora Joint School District Number 28, which receives a C-plus overall grade on Niche, Overland High School is also located near Utah Park, which is part of the A-rated Cherry Creek School District. Of course, enrollment is going to be based on available space. Next to Overland High School is Prairie Middle School, a B-minus-rated school within the Cherry Creek School District. Ponderosa Elementary School is west of Jewell Avenue, with a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a B-minus overall Niche grade.
Overland High School is attended by some of the students of Utah Park.
Entrance to Overland High School in Utah Park.
Entrance to Ponderosa Elementary School.
Signage on the side of Ponderosa Elementary School.
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Townhouses and single-family homes
Most of the homes in Utah Park were built in the 1970s and are a mix of single-family homes and townhouses. The townhouses run in the $300,000 price range and are concentrated in the northwest portion of the neighborhood near the corner of Peoria Street and Mississippi Avenue. These are three-bedroom, two-story homes with between 1,000 and 1,500 square feet. “You can find a little below median pricing for the Denver metro area in Utah Park,” Sandstrom says. “The median price in this neighborhood is about $500,000, while in Denver, it’s 550,000.” The single-family homes have three to four bedrooms and are split-level, ranch-style and colonial.
Colonial homes are common in Utah Park.
Bi-level houses are available in Utah Park.
Utah Park has many ranch style homes.
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Taste the world in Utah Park
Everything at Café Paprika is made from scratch. The restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisines, such as falafel, baba ghanoush and gyros. The restaurant owner will sometimes be seen waiting tables at this family-owned eatery. Senor Ric’s has served the area since 1986 with frequent dine-in specials featuring various Mexican entrees. Takero Mucho on Mississippi Avenue is hidden in a strip mall near Peoria Street and Mississippi Avenue. The restaurant is known for its tacos topped with chorizo and potent margaritas.
Cafe Paprika is a local favorite spot to eat in Utah Park.
Senor Ric's Bar is where locals gather in Utah Park.
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DIA is a short drive
Located well northeast of downtown Denver, Denver International Airport is convenient to those living in Utah Park. It’s a 25-minute drive and less than 20 miles away. Regional Transportation District buses stop along Peoria Street, Kansas Place and a couple of stops on Wheeling Way. The Florida Street station for the light rail system is on the other side of Interstate 225, only a few miles away from most points in Utah Park.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Utah Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Utah Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Utah Park, Aurora sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Utah Park, Aurora over the last 12 months is $360,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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