$530,970Average Value$383Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
What draws homebuyers to Marina Pointe
Marina Pointe is a quaint, south Denver suburb within reach of sprawling recreation areas, major employers and highly rated public schools. The neighborhood has an established feel, with streets lined by mature trees, and the Rocky Mountains Front Range serves as a daily backdrop. Home prices here low by south Denver standards, and the area’s lack of a homeowners association means no monthly dues or strict architectural ordinances. While roughly 20 miles from downtown Denver, Route 85 and E-470 offer straightforward drives across the city.
Mountain views abound as residents stroll through Deer Creek Park and Pool near Marina Pointe.
The marina in Chatfield State Park is a great amenity nearby.
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Single-family homes with attractive price tags
The community was developed in the early 1980s, with ranch-style homes and split-levels lining the streets. Most houses feature attached two-car garages and fenced-in back yards dotted with mature trees. With a median home price of roughly $530,000, Marina Pointe tends to be more affordable compared to nearby neighborhoods like Meadowbrook Heights and Chatfield Bluffs, which have medians of $660,000 and $630,000, respectively. “Because the prices are reasonable, most people are buying these houses to personalize them with renovated kitchens and new bathrooms,” says Jennifer Davenport, a broker associate with Sotheby’s International Realty who has sold real estate in the Denver area since 1988. Prices start in the upper $300,000s and reach the upper $500,000s.
Rows of split-level homes with window shutters line the streets.
Split-level homes with brick accents and garages are common in the neighborhood.
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Local public schools and open enrollment
Neighborhood families are served by Jefferson County School District R-1, locally known as Jeffco Public Schools. Highly rated schools like Mortensen Elementary and Falcon Bluffs Middle are close to home. The district offers a dual-language program and a variety of career and technical education courses. Families can apply to any public school in or outside of the district through open enrollment. Here’s what potential buyers should know about the open enrollment process in Jeffco Public Schools:
The application process begins in December for the following school year, and admission is based on a lottery system and as space allows.
Students can apply to a maximum of three schools during an enrollment period.
Families are responsible for their child’s transportation to and from school if they are attending outside of their neighborhood’s attendance zone.
Falcon Bluffs Middle School is a highly rated school nearby.
Chatfield High School is a short drive away.
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Wingate South Park in Marina Pointe is a great place to walk your dog.
Parks and recreation nearby
Marina Pointe is within a short drive of miles of hiking trails and thousands of acres of open space and waterside recreation, as well as Chatfield State Park. “This location is second to none when it comes to open space,” says Davenport. “People want to live near the state park because of its beauty, so anything around it is selling quickly.” The park is home to one of the largest reservoirs in the region, where visitors can boat, swim, fish or paddle board. You can also walk along the park’s 26 miles of trails, reserve a site at the campground or take your dog to the expansive off-leash area. “The park offers fishing, camping and water sports, and there's a swim beach there, says Steve Westfall, a local Realtor with Re/Max Professionals. “It’s one of the top two lakes in the Denver metro area for water skiing and jet skiing.” Nearby, the Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms is a native plant refuge with historic buildings and scenic walking trails along Deer Creek. The Deer Creek Outdoor Pool lies across the street from Marina Pointe and is open from late May through late August.
Shopping and dining options on Kipling
While Marina Pointe is entirely residential, the businesses of Kipling Parkway are just a mile away. “Proximity to this street is another reason why this neighborhood has a desirable location. All the essentials are nearby,” says Davenport. You can pick up your groceries from Safeway before grabbing a bite to eat at one of the locally owned eateries within reach. For a meal out, you can:
Grab a table at Virgilio’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar
Enjoy pasta, seafood or weekend brunch at HiLo
Pick up a cup of joe and a pastry from Velichor Coffee Roasters
Stop by HiLo American Eatery for family-inspired American plates.
Stop by Jefferson Village near Marina Pointe for coffee, lunch or groceries.
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Traveling across Denver from Marina Pointe
There are several large employers within a quick drive of the neighborhood, including Johns Manville and Lockheed Martin. The Denver Tech Center is around 20 miles away via E-470 and Interstate 25, while E-470 and Route 6 can take drivers to downtown Denver, 18 miles away. Denver International Airport is roughly 45 miles northeast.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Marina Pointe
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Marina Pointe Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Marina Pointe, Denver sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Marina Pointe, Denver over the last 12 months is $530,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$535,000
Median Sale Price
$530,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$530,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$527,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$383
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
281
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,436
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
618
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$133,823
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$148,945
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
38.7%
Advanced Degrees
9.9%
% Population in Labor Force
70.2%
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
Somewhat walkable
Walkability®
30/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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