McKay Landing

Tucked away amongst the scenic expanse of Broomfield County, McKay Landing emerges as a sought-after neighborhood where community living and natural beauty collide. “Broomfield’s location is a big deal in itself. It’s a strategic spot for those who work in Boulder but can’t afford to live there,” says Amanda Shaver, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices. Nearby Interstate 25 and US Route 7 make commutes to Boulder or downtown Denver accessible.

Upon entering, you’re greeted by streets lined with hackberry trees, each season draping them in a different hue, from spring’s vibrant blossoms to autumn’s fiery foliage. “The area is fairly new for Broomfield but still has all the established foliage that people look for in a community,” Shaver says. “The neighborhood feels like an Eastern coastal town, without the coast. It almost gives off a Denver cottage feel.” Shaver says. Walking through the neighborhood, modern Craftsman style homes with covered front porches provide a community-oriented lifestyle, where neighbors drink and converse on their front stoops, Shaver says. As a planned community, there is a range of homes for any price range. Here, prospective homebuyers can expect to pay in the high $300,000s for a 2 bed, 1 bath condo, around the low $400,000s to the $600,000s for a town house. Single-family homes can range between the $700,000s to the mid $900,000s for a single-family home, with an average lot size of around 8,000 square feet.

Served by the Adams 12 Five Star Schools District, schools in the neighborhood display high ratings on Niche, such as Meridian Elementary with an A-minus and Westlake Middle School with a B-plus. Legacy High School revels in its stellar A-minus rating. Legacy takes pride in its name as one of the best schools in Colorado, ranking 46th-best public high school in Colorado out of over 500 schools.

With greenery all around, nearby McKay Lake Park and Open Lands is a neighborhood gem. The Root House Studio Group carefully crafted the almost 45 acre site into a nature-based recreation area that reflects the regional landscapes of Colorado. Here, dog owners stroll around the 1.5 mile loop while paddleboarders and row boats glide along the sparkling lake. The open space also offers a nature-based fitness course, an eclectic playground and the notable Broomfield Bike Park, which spans over 4 acres and features dirt trails and varying terrain for riders of any ability. Quail Creek Park is another park within walking distance in the heart of the neighborhood. Home to baseball and soccer fields, the vast, grassy fields are perfect for an evening of star gazing.

Here, locals can walk about a half mile to the Shops at Quail Creek and back within minutes. “McKay Landing is an extremely walkable area. You can easily run to King Scoopers for a quick grocery trip,” Shaver says. However, that’s not the only shopping nearby. Within a 3 mile radius, The Orchard Town Center is home to big box stores, nail salons and restaurants, such as Target, Nordstrom Rack, TJMaxx and HomeGoods. It’s the perfect spot to complete all your errands before watching a movie at AMC Orchard movie theater, practicing your axe throwing at Yukon Axe or hitting the gym at Life Time. Across East 144th Avenue lies Denver Premium Outlets for seasonal shopping, boasting labels like Adidas and Tommy Hilfiger.

Local restaurants and popular chains can be found scattered amongst the various shopping centers. La Distileria is a favorite spot, serving flavorful Mexican cuisine and delicious margaritas, while Go Fish Sushi is known to have the best selection around town. The Town Center is also home to Volcano Ramen, serving ramen with a twist and appetizers, like the beloved, fluffy Pork Bao Buns. The infamous Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is just next door for some homegrown flavors, serving as a great spot to end the evening under the vast Colorado sky with a drink in hand.

Written By

Lillie Duston

Photography Contributed By

David Rieck

Video By

Jackson Nacey