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Kemp

Kemp

$395,704 Average Value
$349 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Commerce City neighborhood with a strong Hispanic presence

Kemp is a neighborhood of residential properties about 3 miles east of central Commerce City. The area’s landscape is dotted with green spaces and authentic Mexican restaurants that are all within walking distance of most homes. “People like to stay in the area once they live here. It’s really affordable,” says Real Estate Agent Alberto Rodriguez with Metropolitan Denver Real Estate, who has over 15 years of experience and lives in the neighborhood. Multiple transit options make it easy for commuters to travel around the Denver Metro area for work.

Explore updated midcentury homes in Kemp, a top Commerce City neighborhood.
Explore updated midcentury homes in Kemp, a top Commerce City neighborhood.
Grab classic Mexican food at La Casa Del Rey in Kemp.
Grab classic Mexican food at La Casa Del Rey in Kemp.
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Owning or renting a home in Kemp

Homes in Kemp are lined along gridded residential streets, with driveways and small front yards that are sometimes fenced in. “You can get a good-sized lot and a home for a price you can’t find in other neighborhoods in the metro area,” Rodriguez says. Ranch-style homes built in the 1920s to 1950s are typical, alongside minimal traditional single-story homes and bungalows. Prices range from $350,000 to $500,000. Bi-level homes in the neighborhood built in the 1970s cost $450,000 to $525,000.

Duplexes can also be found on the market. These multi-family properties can go for as low as $475,000 for one unit, and up to $900,000 for both. Manufactured homes are another option, priced around $90,000 to $100,000. Piney Mountain Mobile Home Park and Derby Mobile Home Park are two communities in the neighborhood. Roughly half of Kemp residents own their property, while the rest are renters.

Spacious yards and cozy ranch style homes await in Commerce City’s Kemp area.
Spacious yards and cozy ranch style homes await in Commerce City’s Kemp area.
Quaint midcentury ranch homes typically sell for under $500,000.
Quaint midcentury ranch homes typically sell for under $500,000.
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Adams County public schools with quality programs

Children living in Kemp can attend public schools in the Adams County School District. Kemp Elementary earns a C-minus grade from Niche, while Kearney Middle School has a D-plus. Both offer a Dual Language Program that counts towards a Seal of Biliteracy. From there, students can attend Adams City High School, which also receives a C-minus. Adams City High provides Career and Technical Education courses in advanced manufacturing, construction technology and hospitality.

Kemp Elementary School is a public pre-k & elementary school in the Kemp neighborhood.
Kemp Elementary School is a public pre-k & elementary school in the Kemp neighborhood.
Kearney Middle School is a public middle school in Commerce City that also serves the surrounding neighborhood of Kemp.
Kearney Middle School is a public middle school in Commerce City that also serves the surrounding neighborhood of Kemp.
Adams City High School is a public high school in Commerce City and the surrounding neighborhoods like Kemp.
Adams City High School is a public high school in Commerce City and the surrounding neighborhoods like Kemp.
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Commerce City’s local restaurants and grocery stores

While the neighborhood is primarily residential, Kemp has a handful of traditional Mexican restaurants such as Chicharrones Imperio. El Mercadito De Tixca is a Mexican grocery store with imported products. Multiple local eateries are lined along 72nd Avenue’s commercial corridor. Blackjack Pizza & Salads is a casual Italian restaurant, and there’s also El No Que No Authentic Mexican Kitchen. Convenience stores, auto shops and hardware stores are dotted along the area. Farther north along Colorado state Route 2, there’s a Save A Lot and Dollar Store.

About 2 miles southwest of Kemp, the Commerce City Plaza has King Soopers. Fast-food options in the shopping center include Pizza Hut, Jack in the Box and Wendy’s.

Find everyday essentials at Commerce City Plaza in the Kemp neighborhood.
Find everyday essentials at Commerce City Plaza in the Kemp neighborhood.
Residents can shop for groceries at King Soopers near Adams Heights.
Residents can shop for groceries at King Soopers near Adams Heights.
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Nearby neighborhood parks and natural wildlife refuges

Kemp itself does not have parks, but there are multiple green spaces within walking distance of the neighborhood. Los Valientes Park is directly north and has a playground area and open field, while Freedom Park is directly south with a jungle gym and picnic shelter. Fairfax Park is about 2 miles west with multiple turf fields, a basketball court and a futsal court. East of Quebec Parkway, residents can access the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge. “You’re literally a block away, which is great if you like to jog or go for bike rides. There are deer and buffalo populations that are cool to see,” Rodriguez says. The 15,000-acre open space has over 20 miles of hiking and biking trails, plus a handful of lakes for fishing. There’s also an 11-mile Wildlife Drive, where visitors explore the area in their vehicle while listening to an educational podcast.

Fairfax Park near Kemp is the go-to for sporting events.
Fairfax Park near Kemp is the go-to for sporting events.
Spot wildlife at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City.
Spot wildlife at the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge in Commerce City.
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Navigating Kemp by bike, bus or train

Kemp’s dense residential streets and sidewalks lend to a pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly community. “It’s walkable if you’re going to the parks and the local shops, but a little bit farther, and you commute by car,” Rodriguez says. There are also Regional Transportation District (RTD) bus stops along Poplar Street, Monaco Street and 69th, 70th and 72nd avenues. The Commerce City Transit Station is less than 3 miles west and provides access to the N Line on RTD’s commuter rail system. Air travelers can head to the Denver International Airport, about 17 miles away.

Commute with ease thanks to RTD access near Kemp.
Commute with ease thanks to RTD access near Kemp.
The Commerce City & 72nd Station in Dupont has access to buses and the light rail.
The Commerce City & 72nd Station in Dupont has access to buses and the light rail.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

28 min drive

Bus

70th Ave & Poplar St

Bus

69th Ave & Locust St

Bus

Monaco St & 70th Pl

Bus

72nd Ave & Monaco St

Bus

Poplar St & Poplar Ct

Bus

Monaco St & 67th Ave

Bus

69th Ave & Krameria St

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Kemp Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$404,500
Median Sale Price
$399,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$459,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
35
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$349

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,273
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
3.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,227
Significantly below the national average
1,925
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
6,389
Median Age
34
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$54,867
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,360

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
71.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
7.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1.6%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
61''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

31 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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