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Smoky Ridge offers suburban living 20 miles from Denver
As a result of an increasing Denver population and the formation of Centennial two decades ago, the suburb of Smoky Ridge stands out as one of the more family-friendly neighborhoods in this area. “All the growth from the city spills out into these outskirts, and young families started settling in Smoky Ridge. They get to live in a nice home while being only 20 miles from downtown Denver,” says Littleton Real Estate Company Realtor Kurt Krantz.
You'll find mostly two story homes in Smoky Ridge.
Smoky Ridge has decent access to the interstate.
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Spacious homes with porches, patios and grassy fenced yards
Many neighborhoods in Smoky Ridge display two-story Craftsmans that are upwards of 3,000 square feet, priced in the $600,000 to $700,000 range. These homes typically come equipped with decorative brick, multiple car garages and driveways, and front porches the ideal size for a morning coffee in a rocking chair. Around the back, houses exhibit spacious patios for gathering and entertaining and sizeable grassy yards, some completely fenced-in for privacy. The residential streets throughout these neighborhoods are wide and rarely busy, with narrow sidewalks running along them, so kids can ride their bikes and people can walk their dogs on either paved path.
The traditional homes of Smoky Ridge sometimes have craftsman detailing.
Traditional homes with two-car garages are common in Smoky Ridge, Centennial.
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Local schools earn A-minus grades and statewide recognition
Students living in Smoky Ridge can attend some of the highest-rated public schools in the state of Colorado, all receiving an A- grade according to Niche. Peakview Elementary School ranked in the top 15% for Best Public Elementary Schools in the state and serves younger school-aged children. As they progress, students can move on to Thunder Ridge Middle School, ranked in the top 16% for Best Public Middles Schools in the state. High Schoolers can attend Eaglecrest High School, ranked among the Best High Schools for both College Prep and Athletes in Colorado, as reported by Niche.
Peakview Elementary School is ranked in the top 15% for Best Public Elementary Schools.
Thunder Ridge Middle School scores an A- from Niche.
Niche ranks Eaglecrest High School as one of the best schools for both college prep & athletes.
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Local parks and reservoirs support active lifestyles
Next to the elementary school, Smoky Ridge residents can practice soccer drills on the 2-acre field or play pick-up basketball at Peakview Park North. A smooth paved trail circles the green space and leads to Peakview Park South, where neighborhood kids can unleash their energy on the playground or take breaks under the pavilion. “For outdoor recreation, a lot of families go to Aurora Reservoir about 15 minutes east to swim by the beach, fish or kayak, and there’s also a nice jogging path there,” says a local community member and Food Bank administrator. "And just 5 minutes away, Quincy Reservoir is a big fishing spot with a nice trail and a lot of egrets in the water” she adds.
Peakview Park South has a nice picnic gazebo and playground.
Aqua Vista Park is a great place to hang out by Quincy Reservoir.
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Stores and restaurants on East Smoky Hill Road
Back in Smoky Ridge along the southern edge of the neighborhood off East Smoky Hill Road is Smoky Hill Village, where locals pick up groceries at King Soopers or Sprouts Farmers Market and fill up on gas. On the other side of South Himalaya Street, residents continue their errands at Smoky Hill Town Center, where there are fitness studios, a nail salon, Walgreens and a few quick grab-and-go eateries. “For more extensive shopping and food options, people go to Southlands Shopping Center a few minutes away,” says Krantz. At this open-air mall, families can enjoy indoor and outdoor retail, a variety of restaurants, a movie theater and a picnic by the fountain on the vibrant open green space.
Lazy Dog describes itself as a relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare.
The King Soopers on E Smoky Hill Rd makes for a convenient grocery store in Smoky Ridge.
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Access to I-225 to reach downtown Denver
The busy and popular East Smoky Hill Road connects to Interstate 225, which becomes Interstate 25 leading to the heart of downtown Denver, where a variety of concert venues and comedy clubs open their doors to anyone ready to indulge in the city’s nightlife scene.
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Crime and Safety
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Smoky Ridge
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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Smoky Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Smoky Ridge, Centennial sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Smoky Ridge, Centennial over the last 12 months is $622,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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