Golden Ridge
Neighborhood in Golden, Colorado
Jefferson County 80401
Condos and mobile homes in Golden Ridge
The Golden Ridge Condominium Association’s (GRCA) low-rise buildings all center around a shared greenspace marked with trees and walking paths. Residents enjoy reserved parking spaces, a fitness center with a sauna, and a clubhouse. Condo units generally range from 600 to 1,100 square feet and come in one- to three-bedroom layouts. Prices range from $230,000 to $370,000, with larger units fetching higher prices.The Golden Terrace mobile home community sits directly beside GRCA, its single- and double-wides laid out on a tree-shaded grid. Each mobile home features a strip of yard space and a carport. Single-wides with two bedrooms range from $25,000 to $65,000, depending on their state of renovation. Double-wides have two- and three-bedroom floorplans and range from $85,000 to $135,000.
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Hiking in the Rockies and climbing at Movement Golden
At the base of Lookout Mountain, Golden Ridge is a mere mile away from hiking trails and ponderosa forests. “You can walk out of your front door and get right on a trail in the mountains,” Sperling says. Apex Park is a vast, 780-acre open space just west of the neighborhood. The park’s 10 miles of trails were once roads for the area’s gold mines, and century-old wagon toll signs still stand here today. Now, hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders are all welcome to travel through the park’s pine groves and mountain vistas.Movement Golden rock-climbing gym also sits in Golden Ridge, its parking lot nearly always full of cars. On top of featuring 233 rock-climbing routes, Movement Golden offers yoga classes and a cross-fit gym.
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Highly ranked Jeffco Public Schools
Local kids can attend Jeffco Public Schools, including Shelton Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, and Bell Middle, which also earns a B-plus. At A-minus-rated Golden High, students and faculty perform the school’s signature “Hand Jive” dance to cheer on the Demons at sporting events. All students are taught the routine in freshman year, which involves a flopping of hands to the song “Just Can’t Get Enough” by Depeche Mode.
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Buffalo Bill Days in Downtown Golden
Every July, Golden Ridge locals head to Downtown Golden to celebrate Buffalo Bill Days. A three-day event, Buffalo Bill Days celebrates Golden’s Old Western legacy with a parade of horseback riders, an arts and crafts festival, and a Muttin Bustin competition, in which young kids see who can hold onto a bucking sheep for the longest.
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Convenient commutes to Denver
U.S. Route 6 forms Golden Ridge's northern border, leading 13 miles east to Denver. The Jefferson County Government-Golden Station is also less than a mile north of the neighborhood; light-rail trains depart from here every 15 minutes and take an average of 40 minutes to reach Union Station in Downtown Denver. Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital is 6 miles east, and the Denver International Airport is 32 miles east.Golden Ridge Center and nearby grocery stores
Sitting on the neighborhood’s northern edge, Golden Ridge Center is home to a variety of small-scale eateries and retailers. Period 6 Studio here is a locally owned gift shop, and Bean Fosters doubles as a cafe and used bookstore. El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant is a popular local chain known for its generous margarita servings.Grocery options are also close at hand. The nearest is a King Soopers about a mile north, and for organic options, a Natural Grocers can be found 2 miles north in the Downtown Golden area.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Erna Cavcic
Erna Cavcic
Keller Williams Integrity Real Estate LLC
(720) 923-8857
20 Total Sales
1 in Golden Ridge
$250,000 Price
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Nick Melzer
Nick Melzer
Compass - Denver
(720) 513-4572
70 Total Sales
2 in Golden Ridge
$285K - $300K Price Range
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Brandt Ellwood
Brandt Ellwood
Keller Williams Integrity Real Estate LLC
(877) 378-2567
49 Total Sales
1 in Golden Ridge
$246,000 Price
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Natalie Austin
Natalie Austin
Keller Williams Integrity Real Estate LLC
(720) 330-8574
9 Total Sales
1 in Golden Ridge
$250,000 Price
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Michele Schiavone
Michele Schiavone
Porchlight Real Estate Group
(720) 802-2159
18 Total Sales
1 in Golden Ridge
$341,500 Price
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Jim Smith
Jim Smith
Golden Real Estate, Inc.
(720) 502-8822
108 Total Sales
1 in Golden Ridge
$550,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Transit
Golden Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Golden Ridge, Golden sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Golden Ridge, Golden over the last 12 months is $310,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$319,500
Median Sale Price
$310,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$542,750
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$326,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$413
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
493
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,277
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,254
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
822
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
605
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
1,306
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$93,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,456 Sq Ft
- 21 Sagebrush St
****Very Motivated Seller!! *** Welcome to this well loved 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled Golden Terrace! Situated on a spacious lot with a private yard and double driveway, this home offers both convenience and charm. Step onto the large covered front porch—perfect for morning coffee or summer evenings. Inside, enjoy a completely remodeled kitchen with granite countertops and a functional
Faith YoungKeller Williams Advantage Realty LLC(720) 513-2195 -
$79,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,152 Sq Ft
- 1670 F St
- New 18 days ago
Charming Golden Opportunity with Mountain Views! Nestled in a welcoming Golden community, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers stunning mountain views and endless potential. Built in 1996 and boasting over 1,100 sq ft of living space, this property features a spacious fenced yard, a covered front deck, and two dedicated parking spots. The primary suite includes a walk-in shower and a luxurious
Jennifer WalthallMetro 21 Real Estate Group(877) 745-0413 -
$69,500
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 960 Sq Ft
- 340 La Veta Pass Ave
- New 4 days ago
Newer 2 bedroom 2 bathroom home in highly desired Golden community at a STEAL OF A PRICE! Nice open living/kitchen/dining space. Great outdoor private yard area as well as a large deck of the front entrance perfect to relax and enjoy. Roomy storage shed for additional storage needs. Brand new carpet in both of the bedrooms. Brand new paint throughout. Newer laminate flooring. Tons of kitchen
Karla Smith The Grossnickle Group
Homes for Rent
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$2,010 - $3,165 per month
- Outlook Golden
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 786+ Sq Ft
- 544 Golden Ridge Rd
- Golden, CO
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,748
Median Age
36
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,464
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,268
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
% Population in Labor Force
77.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
65''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
79
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42
/ 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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