A Weld County small town with a community-oriented atmosphere
Along the northern banks of the South Platte River, just south of Greeley, the small city of Evans is a quaint, rural community in Weld County, Colorado. The snowy peaks of the Rocky Mountains can be seen in the distant west, with the national park around 55 miles away. Named after John Evans, the second governor of Colorado, the city began as a railroad town along the Denver Pacific Railroad, producing agricultural supplies in its early days.
Today, Evans is home to around 22,000 people. “Evans maintains a small-town feel,” says Caitlyn Heisel, a local Realtor with Adventure Realty. “When you’re going out to eat, it's mostly mom-and-pop shops and locally run businesses, and residents like to support local spots.”
Some prominent industries in Evans include agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, construction and oil production, with major employers such as PDC Energy and Atmos Energy. Additionally, Evans is closely linked to Greeley, with shared public transit and schools.
Evans began as a railroad town along the Denver Pacific Railroad, producing agricultural supplies in its early days.
In Evans you'll find several farms, serving the city's strong agriculture industry.
1/2
Get more for your money in Evans
The city's east side features early-to mid-1900s bungalows, some in need of renovations, while newer developments span through the west side. Condo complexes sit between single-family subdivisions, with some newer construction sprinkled throughout. “One of the biggest perks of Evans is that you can get more for your money,” says Heisel. The average home price in Evans is $393,000, lower compared to nearby cities like Greeley and Fort Collins, which have average sales prices of $443,000 and $653,000, respectively.
A handful of 100-year-old bungalows can be found in Evans.
New housing developments like Baessler Homes sit on the west side of Evans.
1/2
Riverside recreation and miles of paved trails
Evans is home to over 300 acres of public park space, including the 101-acre Riverside Park. Around 5 miles north, Greeley’s Island Grove Regional Park is a popular outdoor space with various event venues. The Poudre River Trail winds alongside its namesake river on the north end of Greeley for more than 20 miles. Over a thousand walkers, runners and bikers use the paved path daily.
Go fishing in the summer at Riverside Park Lake in Evans.
The Poudre River Trail in Greeley winds alongside its namesake river.
1/2
Celebrating Evans history
Community members gather in downtown Evans each year in the early Summer to celebrate Heritage Day. “Everyone comes together to remember the city’s early days and the community history,” says Heisel. “There’s a parade and live music near City Park.”
Authentic Mexican eats and nearby Greeley conveniences
The city is home to a small selection of local businesses, with an emphasis on authentic Mexican cuisine. Palomino Mexican Restaurant is one of the community’s most popular eateries. Shopping options in Evans include big box stores like Sam’s Club and Lowe’s, with a larger selection at the University Square shopping center on the south side of Greeley. “People like how quiet Evans is compared to Greeley,” Heisel says. “You have all of the amenities of Greeley within a 10-minute drive, but the lines in Evans are shorter and there’s less traffic. There are also a few small Latino markets.” For more shops and eateries, Downtown Greeley’s Ninth Street has offerings ranging from diners to big-box stores and art studios to boutiques.
Evans is home to a small selection of local businesses including Palomino Mexican Restaurant.
Some big box stores like Sam’s Club are situated in central Evans.
1/2
Concurrent Enrollment with Greeley Evans School District 6
Local families are served by Greeley Evans School District 6, which earns a B overall grade from Niche. The district offers the Early College Academy to high school students looking to get a head start on college, with participating students earning both a high school diploma and associate degree upon graduation. The University of Northern Colorado lies just north of Evans near downtown Greeley and is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).
Greeley Evans School District 6 offers the Early College Academy to high school students.
The University of Northern Colorado near Evans is a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution.
1/2
Lower than average rates of property crime
According to FBI data, as of December of 2023, the Evans police department reported a lower violent crime rate compared to the United States average, but slightly higher than the Colorado average. The violent crime rate in Evans is 97 for every 100,000 residents. Property crime ranked lower than both the state and national averages, with a rate of 171.
Greeley Evans Transit on 37th Street
While Evans is largely car-reliant, there are a handful of bus stops along 37th Street operated by the Greeley Evans Transit, with six routes throughout the two cities. Additionally, the Poudre Express bus connects the city to both Windsor and Fort Collins. Additionally, U.S. Route 85 and Interstate 25 both run north to south to nearby cities like Denver and Cheyenne, Wyoming.
I'm an expert real estate agent with Shorewood Real Estate in Loveland, CO and the nearby area, providing home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive and attentive real estate services. Want an agent who'll really listen to what you want in a home? Need an agent who knows how to effectively market your home so it sells? Give me a call! I'm eager to help and would love to talk to you.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
