Clarendon Hills
Neighborhood in Fort Collins, Colorado
Larimer County 80526
Expansive builds and large lots
Colonial Revivals and brick modern traditional homes have more square footage and larger yards compared to surrounding communities, and most lots are dotted with mature evergreens and aspen trees. With an average home value of $995,000, Clarendon Hills is significantly more expensive than the average Fort Collins home. Houses on small lots with less than 3,000 square feet range from $650,000 to $750,000, while larger homes with half-acre yards and recent renovations go for $800,000 to $1.5 million. Empty, quarter-acre lots sell for around $230,000. The CAP Index Crime Score in Clarendon Hills is a 1 out of 10, significantly lower than the national average of 4.
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Hiking trails and water recreation at the Horsetooth Reservoir
The Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area lies in the community’s southwest corner and is home to miles of trails and over 1,000 acres of protected prairies and wetlands. The natural area has a raptor observatory, where visitors can spot eagles and hawks. The paved Fossil Creek Trail runs for 2 miles northwest, connecting the area to Spring Canyon Park and the Pineridge Natural Area. The neighborhood is about a 6-mile drive from the Horsetooth Reservoir and the foothills of the Rocky Mountain Front Range. It’s one of the most popular spots for outdoor recreation in the Fort Collins area, especially in the summer for boating, tubing, fishing and swimming. The Horsetooth Mountain Open Space surrounds the reservoir, with 2,700 acres of hiking and mountain biking trails, picnic areas and campgrounds. Rocky Mountain National Park is roughly 40 miles east of Fort Collins.
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Top-rated Fort Collins public schools
Each of the area’s assigned public schools earns an overall Niche grade of A-minus, including McGraw Elementary School and Webber Middle School. “The public elementary school is a big plus to the area,” Thayer says. “I know people who have moved to Clarendon Hills so that their kids can attend McGraw Elementary. It’s high on the list of Fort Collins Elementary Schools, and a lot of parents will walk their kids to school in the morning.” Webber Middle School has a variety of unique elective courses, including outdoor living, where students learn survival skills and environmental ethics while exploring different outdoor-centered career paths. Rocky Mountain High School has a range of career and technical education courses in business, technology education and family and consumer sciences. Front Range Community College is just north of Clarendon Hill’s residential streets and partners with Rocky Mountain High in its concurrent enrollment courses.
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Driving to downtown Fort Collins
Clarendon Hills is largely car-reliant, with a few Transfort bus stops nearby along Harmony Road. The neighborhood lies about 6 miles south of downtown Fort Collins, which can be accessed via Shields Street and College Avenue.College Avenue conveniences and restaurants
College Avenue lies just east of Clarendon Hills and has plentiful offerings for shopping and dining. Locals can pick up their groceries at the nearby Target, Walmart or King Soopers. Lima Coffee Roasters is a local roastery serving seasonal coffee, baked goods and small breakfast bites. Zwei Brewing is also nearby and has over a dozen rotating craft beers on tap, with a focus on German brews. El Diablo is a family owned eatery serving authentic Mexican cuisine in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Patrice Winans
Patrice Winans
Coldwell Banker Realty-NOCO
(855) 836-6566
64 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$847,500 Price
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Jimmy Stewart
Jimmy Stewart
Coldwell Banker Realty-NOCO
(970) 699-4192
216 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$800,000 Price
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Chris Doyle
Chris Doyle
Responds QuicklyGroup Harmony
(970) 900-3984
179 Total Sales
2 in Clarendon Hills
$1.1M - $1.3M Price Range
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Stephanie Klein
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Stephanie Klein
Responds QuicklyGroup Harmony
(970) 699-3984
84 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$185,000 Price
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Anna Goldetsky
Anna Goldetsky
Responds QuicklyWest and Main Homes
(970) 410-6474
22 Total Sales
2 in Clarendon Hills
$1.4M - $1.5M Price Range
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Leah Ludwick
Leah Ludwick
Responds QuicklyGroup Centerra
(970) 698-8101
107 Total Sales
1 in Clarendon Hills
$800,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Horsetooth Reservoir
Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Clarendon Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Clarendon Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clarendon Hills, Fort Collins sell after 61 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Clarendon Hills, Fort Collins over the last 12 months is $1,025,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,092,500
Median Sale Price
$1,025,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,092,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$290
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
310
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,251
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,939
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
739
Median Age
55
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$176,063
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$196,340
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
74.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
13°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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