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Villa Park

Villa Park

Neighborhood Reviews
3.5
$469,589 Average Value
$382 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Mountain views and Mexican food

The hilly topography in Villa Park doesn’t just provide views of downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountains, but also ideal hiking and biking trails. And when authentic Mexican is added to the mix, this cultural community breathes fresh air into the otherwise unassuming gridded streets. Quaint homes sport colorful details and unique front yard decor, and one homeowner may prefer a hardscaped backyard while their neighbor opts for a meticulous vegetable garden. Residents take pride in their town, organizing frequent cleanups of the many green spaces around Villa Park. “The boundaries often blend in with West Colfax,” says Real Estate Broker Eli Schmidt, host of a popular YouTube channel called the Mile High Property Brothers. “The areas are very similar, but prices and proximity to the light rail make Villa Park far more accessible.”
Rocky Mountain views can be enjoyed by Villa Park residents due to it's hilly topography.
Rocky Mountain views can be enjoyed by Villa Park residents due to it's hilly topography.
Taqueria Los Carboncitos has signature salsas, Mexico City-style menu choices & huge portions.
Taqueria Los Carboncitos has signature salsas, Mexico City-style menu choices & huge portions.
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Local taquerias and mini marts

Just 3 miles away, downtown Denver provides the most diverse options for dining out, but folks in Villa Park love their local spot, Los Carboncitos. A casual and authentic Mexican eatery that’s known for its signature salsa, this west-side taqueria fills patrons up with large portions. And on the east side, El Zarape opens early to serve up breakfast burritos. For quick convenience, Villa Park Mini Mart stays stocked with fresh produce, but more retail and big-box grocery shopping can be done in the nearby Edgewater and Lakewood.
On the east side of Villa Park, El Zarape opens early to serve breakfast burritos.
On the east side of Villa Park, El Zarape opens early to serve breakfast burritos.
For quick convenience, Villa Park Mini Mart stays stocked with snacks and beverages.
For quick convenience, Villa Park Mini Mart stays stocked with snacks and beverages.
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Giving back to the community

The Villa Park community comes together for various reasons throughout the year, whether it be to give back or celebrate. Scheduled ride-your-bike-work days, park cleanups and mobile food markets help members do their part for the town. No Cost Farmers Market takes place in September, honoring and exposing others to foods from different cultures.
The 3-mile Lakewood Gulch Trail meanders through Villa Park.
The 3-mile Lakewood Gulch Trail meanders through Villa Park.
The Colorado Family Church a family-centered ministry focused on building community.
The Colorado Family Church a family-centered ministry focused on building community.
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Personalized cottages and new duplexes

As they walk through the residential sidewalks, early morning walkers observe front-yard gardens or pebbled lawns that make for low maintenance. Some of the older cottages and ranch homes need fresh paint or new appliances, attracting investors or first-time buyers, while other properties with white picket fences or stone facades are move-in ready. These 800- to 1,400-square-foot single-family dwellings range from $250,000 to around $600,000. There are also several townhomes and duplexes, some with Tudor Revival elements or contemporary details like vertical lines and tall windows. Units can range in size from 650 to 2,500 square feet, costing between $225,000 and $850,000. Entire complexes are also on the market, typically selling for $1 million to $2 million.
New build townhomes and duplexes typically sell for $1 million to $2 million in Villa Park.
New build townhomes and duplexes typically sell for $1 million to $2 million in Villa Park.
Most homes in Villa Park range from $250,000 to around $600,000.
Most homes in Villa Park range from $250,000 to around $600,000.
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Lakewood Gulch Trail connecting parks

Locals picnic with a mountain backdrop at Joseph P. Martinez Park, where the about-3-mile Lakewood Gulch Trail meanders through Villa Park and connects to Paco Sanchez Park. There, little leagues take the baseball field and kids use the funky and vibrant playground with a beehive-inspired climbing structure. The trail also leads to Lakewood Gulch Park, where dogs enjoy the open field space. On the south side at Barnum Mountain Bike Park, adventure cyclists jump the dirt ramps along the bike trail. Across the freeway, there’s a dog park, tennis courts and the Barnum Recreation Center—complete with an outdoor pool.
Take your dog on a stroll through Villa Park's Joseph P. Martinez Park.
Take your dog on a stroll through Villa Park's Joseph P. Martinez Park.
Paco Sanchez Park is a vibrant park with a playground, swing sets, slides, and a skatepark.
Paco Sanchez Park is a vibrant park with a playground, swing sets, slides, and a skatepark.
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Taking the light rail into Denver

Villa Park residents can quickly hop on U.S. Route 6 or Interstate 70 to head west to the mountains, and Interstate 25 is easily accessible a couple of miles east. Many RTD Denver bus stops are dispersed throughout town. “The local Perry and Knox light rail stops are also significant advantages for commuters heading into Denver,” says Maria Irivarren, a Broker Associate at Compass.
The Knox light rail stop gives significant advantages for commuters heading into Denver.
The Knox light rail stop gives significant advantages for commuters heading into Denver.
Just 3 miles away, downtown Denver provides the most diverse options for dining out.
Just 3 miles away, downtown Denver provides the most diverse options for dining out.
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Dual Language at North High

Students in Villa Park attend Denver Public Schools, beginning with a 12-1 student-teacher ratio at Cowell Elementary, which receives a C-plus grade from Niche. Learners can move on to Lake Middle School, which receives a C Niche grade, before progressing to North High School, which is graded a B. This high school, ranked by Niche as one of the best high schools for college prep in Colorado, has recently implemented a Dual Language Program to foster biliteracy and cultural diversity.
Cowell Elementary School is a public school located in Villa Park, Denver, CO.
Cowell Elementary School is a public school located in Villa Park, Denver, CO.
North High School is a public high school in West Highland.
North High School is a public high school in West Highland.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

38 min drive

Subway

Perry

Bus

W 10th Ave & Raleigh St

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W 10th Ave & Julian St

Bus

Sheridan Station

Bus

Knox Ct & W 10th Ave

Bus

W 10th Ave & Perry St

Bus

W 10th Ave & Meade St

Bus

W 10th Ave & King St

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 30 Reviews
2.0 Niche User
8/8/2016 Niche Review
Compared to when I first moved in, this neighborhood has become an area for homeless people quenching their alcoholism through the liquor store down the street. It is not a prospering neighborhood and seems to become more and more unsafe by the year.
3.0 Current Resident
10/1/2020 Niche Review
I am new to Colorado. I just moved to Denver from San Francisco. It is a neighborhood of single-family homes with close access to freeways. There is a fair amount of crime in this neighborhood.
4.0 Niche User
6/20/2014 Niche Review
It is a very diverse area with individuals from all walks of life.
2.0 Niche User
6/20/2014 Niche Review
Violent criminal acts are a common occurance. The area does try to clean up graffitti but I have never seen an officer in the neighborhood outside of his cruiser.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Villa Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$698,000
Median Sale Price
$640,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$349,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$640,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$382

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,852
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1949
Months of Supply
6.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,106
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,286
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,196
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
639
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,746
Median Age
36
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.4%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$46,630
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,636

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
73.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
25.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.1%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
66''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

48 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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