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Westridge

Westridge

$842,349 Average Value
$322 Average Price per Sq Ft
98 Homes For Sale

Westridge is part of the popular planned community Highlands Ranch

The Highlands Ranch neighborhood of Westridge was transformed from a cattle ranch in the early 1980s into a large, planned suburban enclave that is now home to some of the city's most popular areas, including the region's town center and Backcountry, a gated subdivision filled with sprawling estates boasting mountain views. Alan Larson, a broker associate and Realtor with Kentwood Real Estate who lives in Westridge and has sold in the Denver area for 40 years, says one of the perks of living in the area is how self-contained the community is. “You don’t really have to leave the community because everything you need is there: shopping, dining, the hospitals. Yet it’s also close to everything in Denver,” he says.

Westridge residents flock to Old Blinking Light for its full bar, spacious outdoor patio with fire pits, and live music, making it a favorite spot for both casual meals and special celebrations.
Westridge residents flock to Old Blinking Light for its full bar, spacious outdoor patio with fire pits, and live music, making it a favorite spot for both casual meals and special celebrations.
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, located just a short drive from Westridge, offers a comprehensive range of medical services—including a Level III trauma center, advanced cardiac care, and a two-story cancer center.
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital, located just a short drive from Westridge, offers a comprehensive range of medical services—including a Level III trauma center, advanced cardiac care, and a two-story cancer center.
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A mix of home styles and sizes, many with mountain views

This region's homes are primarily New Traditional or ranch-style builds with multi-car garages and big front windows. They were built in the 1990s and sit close together on neatly landscaped lawns. Streets are quiet and often feature sidewalks. Prices for smaller three- and four-bedroom homes range from $575,000 to about $700,000. Larger homes can climb to more than $1 million. Estates on the golf course are 2,000 square feet or more and range from $900,000 to $2 million. In The Backcountry, homes are 3,000 square feet or more and typically range from $900,000 to almost $3 million.

Highlands Ranch as a whole requires a monthly HOA fee, and those living in Backcountry pay an additional HOA fee for the subdivision. These fees pay for upkeep of common areas, and in the case of Backcountry, private snowplowing services. Larson says that while Colorado does get a fair amount of snow, “it doesn’t stick around too long.” Along with snowy winters, Colorado also has warm summers, temperate autumns and springs that can be unpredictable, with a mix of warm and cold days. “If you like your four seasons, we have the best weather in the country,” Larson says.

The new traditional homes in Westridge blend classic architectural elements with modern finishes, often featuring gabled roofs, brick or stone accents, and inviting front porches.
The new traditional homes in Westridge blend classic architectural elements with modern finishes, often featuring gabled roofs, brick or stone accents, and inviting front porches.
Ranch-style homes in Westridge are known for their single-level design, spacious main-floor living, and easy accessibility, with many offering finished basements and large, private backyards.
Ranch-style homes in Westridge are known for their single-level design, spacious main-floor living, and easy accessibility, with many offering finished basements and large, private backyards.
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Kids attend highly-rated Douglas County schools

Douglas County School District serves the community and rates an A-minus on Niche. The district offers open enrollment, which allows students to attend any school in the district if they’re eligible and the school has space available. Schools zoned to the community include Stone Mountain Elementary, Ranch View Middle and ThunderRidge High. All three schools rate an A-minus. Each year, ThunderRidge High sophomores complete the Sophomore Personal Project, which involves students researching and writing about a topic of their choosing from August to April.

Stone Mountain Elementary is a highly rated public school serving grades K–6, known for its strong academic performance.
Stone Mountain Elementary is a highly rated public school serving grades K–6, known for its strong academic performance.
Ranch View Middle School serves grades 7–8 and is known for its strong International Baccalaureate curriculum, a robust Gifted & Talented program, and above-average state test scores.
Ranch View Middle School serves grades 7–8 and is known for its strong International Baccalaureate curriculum, a robust Gifted & Talented program, and above-average state test scores.
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Rec center, golf course and equestrian center offer many ways to stay active

Westridge is close to Westridge Recreation Center, where residents swim, work out in the fitness studio, and play pickleball. Redstone Park is Westridge’s main green space and offers a playground, skate park, batting cages and tennis courts. Foothills Park features basketball courts, a playground, a dog park and a community garden. Tanks Park features a skate park, playground and pickleball courts. Additional green spaces with similar amenities are also available. University of Denver Golf Club is a public course located on the north side. Spring Gulch Equestrian Area is on the community’s west side and is a 105-acre facility with trails and jumps.

Whether you're challenging yourself or simply soaking in the scenery, The University of Denver Golf Club blends sport, community, and stunning natural beauty—one that residents of Westridge especially appreciate.
Whether you're challenging yourself or simply soaking in the scenery, The University of Denver Golf Club blends sport, community, and stunning natural beauty—one that residents of Westridge especially appreciate.
Highlands Ranch locals appreciate Westridge for its proximity to the Westridge Recreation Center, a hub for fitness, sports, and community events.
Highlands Ranch locals appreciate Westridge for its proximity to the Westridge Recreation Center, a hub for fitness, sports, and community events.
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Town center offers restaurants, shopping and hospitals

The Highlands Ranch town center is in the community’s northeast corner and is where most residents go for errands and to dine out. It features stores like Target, Home Depot and Safeway, chain restaurants, banks, a movie theater, the local library and two hospitals: UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital and Children’s Hospital Colorado South Campus. Residents have their pick of national and local chain restaurants, including Shake Shack, Torchy’s Tacos, and Main Event. King Soopers and Chipotle are located within Westridge, on West Wildcat Reserve Parkway.

Residents of Westridge often choose Torchy’s Tacos in Highlands Ranch for its vibrant atmosphere, inventive taco offerings, and convenient location.
Residents of Westridge often choose Torchy’s Tacos in Highlands Ranch for its vibrant atmosphere, inventive taco offerings, and convenient location.
AMC Highlands Ranch 24 offers reserved seating, mobile food ordering, and a variety of food and drinks—including beer and wine -  it's a convenient and popular choice for residents of Westridge.
AMC Highlands Ranch 24 offers reserved seating, mobile food ordering, and a variety of food and drinks—including beer and wine - it's a convenient and popular choice for residents of Westridge.
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HOAs host regular events

Highlands Ranch’s HOA hosts many regular events, including the farmers’ market, which takes place between April and October at Town Center, and the annual Highlands Ranch Beer Festival at Civic Green Park, which includes samples of beer and cider, live music, and food trucks. The Backcountry’s lifestyle committee plans regular events for residents within the neighborhood.

Nearby highways lead to Downtown Denver

Most residents get around by car, however, Regional Transportation District (RTD) buses stop along West Highlands Ranch Parkway for those who take public transportation. U.S. Highway 85 and state Route 470 are in the community and connect to Denver, about 30 miles away. “Everything’s about 20 or 30 minutes away,” Larson says. “Unless it’s rush hour, then it could be an hour.”

Westridge is ideal for commuters, offering close proximity to major highways and roads, while maintaining a peaceful environment away from the noise and stress of city life.
Westridge is ideal for commuters, offering close proximity to major highways and roads, while maintaining a peaceful environment away from the noise and stress of city life.
Hop on the RTD light rail at Littleton/Mineral Station, under 10 miles from Westridge, to get around town.
Hop on the RTD light rail at Littleton/Mineral Station, under 10 miles from Westridge, to get around town.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

48 min drive

Bus

Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Westridge Pkwy

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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Bucknell Dr W

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Ridgeline Blvd & Highlands Ranch Pkwy

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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Boardwalk Dr

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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & White Oak Ln

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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Bucknell Dr E

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S Santa Fe Dr & Town Center Dr

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Westridge US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Westridge Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$724,525
Median Sale Price
$695,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$730,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$502,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$435,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
486
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$322

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
9,042
Number of Homes for Sale
98
Median Year Built
1997
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,811
Significantly above the national average
1,928
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,684
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,230
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
830
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Nov 9
    11am - 2pm

    1086 Thornbury Place, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

    $715,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,383 Sq Ft
    • 1086 Thornbury Place
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome to this stunning 2-story single-family home located in the highly sought-after ElDorado Elementary/ThunderRidge area of Highlands Ranch. Boasting 6 spacious bedrooms, (Primary offers bonus 2 walk in closets and 5 pc Bath) 2 full baths, and 2 half baths, this residence offers comfort and convenience for every lifestyle. Enjoy cooking and entertaining in the updated kitchen featuring quartz

    Regina Naves HomeSmart

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    12 - 2pm

    9477 S Hackberry Ln, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

    $850,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,624 Sq Ft
    • 9477 S Hackberry Ln
    • New 17 days ago

    Beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home in the highly sought-after Westridge community of Highlands Ranch. This move-in ready home shows like a model with designer finishes, hardwood floors, and true pride of ownership throughout. Enjoy charming curb appeal with a welcoming front porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The open layout includes formal living and dining

    Traci Kennedy RE/MAX Leaders

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    11am - 2pm

    380 Rose Finch Cir, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

    $930,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,622 Sq Ft
    • 380 Rose Finch Cir

    Welcome to this spacious 6-bedroom, 5-bathroom home in the desirable Indigo Hill neighborhood of Highlands Ranch. With a 3-car garage, finished basement, and a host of thoughtful updates, this home offers both everyday comfort and space to entertain. The tastefully remodeled kitchen features an oversized island, quality cabinetry, and plenty of room to cook and gather. The dining room is

    Scott Bubier Keller Williams DTC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
37,381
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$128,956
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$157,515

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
65%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
38''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

54 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Westridge
Zack Scott
Homestead Real Estate LLC
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