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Mount Vernon boasts natural recreational and scenic mountain vistas
Various pine trees and firs blanket Mount Vernon’s hilly terrain in Golden, a city at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. “People are drawn to the Golden area for many reasons. Outdoor recreation is close to home; [there’s] hiking and biking, kayaking, tubing and fishing on Clear Creek,” says Kyle Kadavy, a broker associate with Keller Williams Preferred Realty, with over a decade of experience. Single-family homes peer over these natural playgrounds, especially in the neighborhood’s center, where the Mount Vernon Canyon Club is based. The private club and surrounding acreage were primarily a summer vacation location before World War II. After the war, new homes were built to meet the influx of people coming to the mountainside and were occupied year-round.
Mount Vernon Canyon Club is the neighborhood's center, with forests and open pastures to explore.
Located in the foothills, Mount Vernon offers panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains.
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Mountainside houses offering various views and property sizes
Single-family homes sit at different elevations, providing various vantage points of nearby mountains. Architectural styles range from two- to four-bedroom cabin-inspired cottages to contemporary mountain homes, many with four to five bedrooms. Property size impacts home price—in addition to views—with many properties sprawling between an acre and five acres. The cottages can range from $500,000 to $1.3 million. Meanwhile, the contemporary homes cost between $1.2 million and $2.8 million.
Find quaint, cabin-inspired cottages in Mount Vernon.
Contemporary mountain homes on large lots are found in Mount Vernon.
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Nature trails, bison crossing and Mount Vernon Canyon Club activities
Genesee Park spans the neighborhood's western region with various trails, some multiuse and totaling over 6 miles. Bison herds traipse the park’s hilly terrain and can be seen from overlook points on some trails. “On any given day, you'll see people out walking, running, biking and enjoying Colorado's great weather,” Kadavy says. “As the seasons change from summer to fall and winter, recreationists switch gears from hiking to winter sports. Golden is less than an hour from multiple ski resorts and public lands where many enjoy skiing, ice fishing and hunting.” Mount Vernon Canyon Club sits atop a hill and includes a racquet complex with courts for pickleball and tennis matches. The club offers memberships to enjoy these facilities and other amenities, such as the heated pool, but it does not publicly disclose the membership rates. Apex Park spans the foothills west of Mount Vernon, where trails, including over a mile-long Enchanted Forest Trail, weaves past ponderosa pines and open space. With thick forests, the area has an elevated wildfire risk. Nearby fire and rescue stations carefully evaluate weather conditions, such as wind, to ensure fire bans are implemented if necessary.
Play tennis at the Mount Vernon Canyon Club.
Apex Park trails near Mount Vernon are perfect for year-round adventure.
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Choice and neighborhood schools in Jeffco Public Schools district
Jeffco Public Schools district offers choice enrollment. Still, Mount Vernon is zoned for neighborhood schools, such as Ralston Elementary School, which earns an A grade from Niche. Other neighborhood schools include Bell Middle School, which receives a B-plus. Golden High School is also part of the zoning and maintains an A-minus. High schoolers can concurrently enroll at Red Rocks Community College through its partnership with Golden High, which allows students to earn college credits at no cost in courses ranging from public speaking to college algebra.
Ralston Elementary School in Golden has a great rating on Nich.com.
Discover the pure bliss of education at Bell Middle School.
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Country roads plus interstate and highway access
With its windy country roads, Mount Vernon seems farther than 20 miles west of Denver’s city center, despite that being true. Interstate 70 connects the neighborhood to the city and ties it to the Denver International Airport, which has hundreds of direct domestic and international flights about 40 miles east. The U.S. Highway 40 links the neighborhood’s residential streets to I-70 and Evergreen Parkway, where many shopping centers are located.
Mount Vernon is 20 miles west of downtown Denver.
Mount Vernon is a short drive from Denver International Airport.
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Shopping and dining along Bergen Parkway and at Genesee Town Center
Despite Mount Vernon's lack of a central retail district, it has multiple shopping centers within an 8-mile drive. Across I-70 from the neighborhood, Genesee Town Center has the Genesee Country Store and locally owned restaurants, including Genesee Pub and BBQ and Guido’s Pizza Genesee, with an outdoor patio overlooking the Rockies. Nearby, Chart House serves steak and seafood in a white tablecloth setting. Shops are on Bergen Parkway, including King Soopers, the locally owned gift shop Village Gourmet and the home goods store Nellybelle General Store. The parkway also houses locally owned restaurants, such as Bagelry, a shop with cabin-inspired finishings from the bagel counter to the ceiling.
Genesee Town Center is home to restaurants like Guido’s Pizza near Mount Vernon.
Grab deli meats and cheeses at King Soopers near Mount Vernon.
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Transit
Airport
Denver International
54 min drive
Bus
Us 40 & Lookout Mountain Rd
Mount Vernon Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mount Vernon, Golden sell after 123 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Mount Vernon, Golden over the last 12 months is $1,095,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Classic Mount Vernon history and charm is found in this gracious home on a prime view site. An original 1921 cabin was expanded over the years into an inviting mountain home. The 3388 sf 4 bd/4 bath home features a flagstone entry hall with a flagstone floor opening to a dramatic 37'x26' vaulted great room featuring original hardwood floors and beams, plus a handsome wood burning fireplace. The
Newest home in all of Mt. Vernon! This community offers so much! Open space with regular sightings of elk and deer, The Canyon Club, located just a short walk away, offers recreational and dining options for its members. Racquet sports complex offers clay and hard surface tennis courts, pickleball courts, and platform tennis courts. There is even a barn nearby to board your horses!Solar power
Gorgeous Mount Vernon Canyon Club home in a stunning mountain setting with multiple decks, patios, and balconies—all offering breathtaking views of city lights, foothills, and mature trees. This unique property blends rustic charm with modern comfort in a truly special location.The main level features an entertainer’s kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, 42" cabinets, tile
Discover your dream home nestled among the serene ponderosa pines on a private 2.03-acre lot. This spacious newer ranch offers 6 bedrooms and 5 baths, perfect for multigenerational living. Step inside to find a grand vaulted living area, flowing into a chef’s kitchen with Quartz countertops, 42" white cabinets, KitchenAid appliances, and a gas stove. The main floor features a laundry room, 3
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
889
Median Age
50
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$176,271
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$193,180
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.9%
College Graduates
69.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
68''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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