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Columbine West

Columbine West

Suburban Neighborhood in Denver, Colorado

Denver County 80128
$559,088 Average Value
$288 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

Columbine West is a suburb near nature and top-rated schools

About 30 minutes south of Denver, Columbine West is a neighborhood near major commuting routes that has a variety of homes, tree-lined streets and trails. The neighborhood is also in a convenient location for running errands or enjoying outdoor activities; retail centers and the Chatfield Reservoir are both within a short drive. Some homes and townhouses are part of a homeowners association, and all are zoned for the top-rated Jeffco Public Schools district.

Bring your boat to the marina at Chatfield State Park in Littleton.
Bring your boat to the marina at Chatfield State Park in Littleton.
Downtown Denver is about 30 minutes north of Columbine West, a sought-after neighborhood.
Downtown Denver is about 30 minutes north of Columbine West, a sought-after neighborhood.
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Housing options in Columbine West and their pricing

Split-level, bilevel and ranch-style homes are common in Columbine West. Single-family home prices range from the upper $400,000s to the lower $700,000s. “The homes in Columbine West are similar to the homes in Kipling Hills. Most of the single-family homes in Columbine West don’t have HOAs, so they are very similar areas,” says Melinda Sanders, a lifetime resident of the Denver metro area and Realtor with eXp Realty. On average, homes sell faster than the national average. Townhouse communities in the neighborhood include Columbine Townhomes and Terrace at Columbine. Townhouse prices go from the upper $200,000s to the lower $500,000s. “It’s a great area of town and a good first-time buyer area,” Sanders says.

Rows of colorful split-level homes sit on manicured lawns in Columbine West.
Rows of colorful split-level homes sit on manicured lawns in Columbine West.
Columbine West townhouses offer an affordable option.
Columbine West townhouses offer an affordable option.
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Columbine West Civic Association and active homeowners associations

The neighborhood is home to the Columbine West Civic Association, a volunteer-run organization that enforces covenants. The group encourages residents to donate $35 annually to fund the social events that it hosts, including neighborhood mixers and the annual Easter egg hunt. Many townhouse communities have homeowners associations that charge monthly dues. Typically, assessments in this area range from about $400 to $600.

What the Columbine West neighborhood schools are like

Columbine West is in the attendance boundaries of Dutch Creek Elementary School and Ken Caryl Middle School, both of which are highly rated. The top-rated Columbine High School is also zoned for the neighborhood. It is has an award-winning marching band and offers a range of career and technical education courses.

Columbine High School is a top-rated public school.
Columbine High School is a top-rated public school.
Dutch Creek Elementary School is highly rated.
Dutch Creek Elementary School is highly rated.
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Commuting from Columbine West to Denver or the Denver Tech Center

The Denver Tech Center, a south Denver employment center, is about a 30-minute drive. Lower Downtown is within a 40-minute commute, whether driving from Columbine West or taking the light rail from Littleton/Mineral Station in Heritage, which is about 10 minutes away. “They have very easy access to [Colorado state Highway] 470, which most people take to [Interstate] 70 to get up to the mountains for skiing. So, they have easy mountain access, which is why many people move to Colorado because they want to do mountain stuff on the weekends,” Sanders says.

Columbine West is mostly a car-dependent area, though there are a few bus stops.
Columbine West is mostly a car-dependent area, though there are a few bus stops.
Locals can hop on the light rail at the Littleton/Mineral Station.
Locals can hop on the light rail at the Littleton/Mineral Station.
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Local parks with playgrounds and Chatfield State Park are nearby

Columbine West Park is home to the 25-meter Columbine West Pool and shares a playground with Dutch Creek Elementary School. There is another playground and a basketball hoop at Victory Park in the western region of the neighborhood. Yukon Street has a trailhead for the bike-friendly Dutch Creek Trail, which totals over 5 miles. The trail is also accessible from nearby neighborhoods, including Stony Creek and Meadows. Chatfield State Park is about a 10-minute drive away. “It’s huge. There’s a big dog park in there […] I know many of my friends who live over there would go paddleboarding. There’s boating out there,” says Dossie Haiskey, a realtor with Realty One Group Premier, who started in the industry in 2016. “It’s just a big reservoir, so there’s a whole beach part, which is fun. They will have a ton of people who go and do beach activities like rafts or just play in the sand with the little kids.”

Chatfield State Park has tons of paved trails to take enjoy.
Chatfield State Park has tons of paved trails to take enjoy.
Challenge your friends to a game of pickleball or tennis at Robert F. Clement Park in Littleton.
Challenge your friends to a game of pickleball or tennis at Robert F. Clement Park in Littleton.
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Shopping centers and dining options are near Columbine West

Coalmine Shopping Center in Columbine Knolls includes King Soopers, Ace Hardware and Rocky’s Coffee & Burritos. Wadsworth Boulevard is a busy commercial corridor that runs through the neighborhood and includes:

  • Southwest Plaza, a mall with department stores and Round 1 Bowling & Arcade
  • Bowles Crossing strip mall, which is home to an AMC theater and Trader Joe’s
  • Mirage, a sports bar with a pool room
  • Gunther Toody’s Diner, family-owned since 1986

For groceries, locals can visit the Coalmine Shopping Center located nearby.
For groceries, locals can visit the Coalmine Shopping Center located nearby.
Angie’s Restaurant is a cozy local favorite.
Angie’s Restaurant is a cozy local favorite.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

54 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Columbine West US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,983
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,031
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,475
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,625
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Open Houses

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

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,900
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,493
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,900

Demographics

Total Population
5,164
Median Age
42
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$116,478
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$119,299

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.5%
College Graduates
51.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
77''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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