Despite its proximity to other areas of Lakewood and a university within its borders, the Creighton community in Colorado is cherished by residents for its semirural feel. The community is divided into three quadrants by West 1st Avenue and Garrison Street, while West 6th Avenue serves as the community’s northern boundary and path to convenient shopping and dining.
McIntyre Gulch runs through Creighton’s northern half, carving an atypical city grid. The houses here rest on wider, curvier streets with no sidewalks, and ample lots are large enough for some residents to keep horses. Rows of square suburban lots encompass the rest of the neighborhood. Barring differences in lot sizes, ranch-style homes first constructed in 1940 comprise most of this sector. Some have been gutted and brought to midcentury modern sleekness, while others maintain their brick and vinyl exteriors. Most homes list between $500,000 and $850,000, with the occasional custom home reaching beyond $1 million. Meanwhile, two-story condos adjacent to Colorado Christian University run the gamut from $400,000 to $470,000.
Kids living in Creighton start their education at Dennison Elementary School, which sits in the northwest corner of the neighborhood. Niche rates this school an A and ranks it the No. 1 public elementary school in Jefferson County. They move up to Creighton Middle School, which earns a B-minus from Niche and recently celebrated a new building expansion of eight classrooms, plus flex and conference rooms to accommodate a new sixth grade class. Nearby Lakewood High School also earns an A. Creighton is also home to Colorado Christian University, a private institution offering traditional and online academic programs.
In addition to providing large lot sizes for homeowners, the hills and slopes along McIntyre Gulch are popular for winter sledding, especially in Meadowlark Park, one of Lakewood’s oldest parks. Locals take their kids to the swing set and playground here in the warmer months or head to Bonvue Park for sunlit views with fresh wildflowers.
Much of Creighton’s western portion is taken up by sports facilities, which are used year-round by community members. Lakewood Park Tennis Center works to cultivate the local tennis scene by shedding the membership fees and residency requirements of similar organizations. The center hosts a pro shop, junior and adult lessons, and late-night play, as well as tournaments for area leagues and special events like mixers. Lakewood residents fill the stands at JeffCo Stadium and Trailblazer Stadium, the sites for local high school track meets and football and soccer games.
Fairfield Commons shopping center is Creighton’s main slice of commercial convenience. Locals grab their essentials at Sprouts Farmers Market, T.J. Maxx, PetSmart and Walmart, among others. Metro Denver, the city’s oldest-running farmers market, operates its Lakewood location in Creighton every Saturday during the summer months. The market has partnered with independently owned farms for 40 years and hosts vendors specializing in fashion, baked goods, furniture and more.
Creighton also has a sprinkling of neighborhood fixtures, like Village Roaster, a family-owned coffee shop that has operated across the street from Colorado Christian University since 1979. “We love being a neighborhood gathering spot with the role of being a hospitable place for people to warm up and grab a latte or a cup of coffee,” says third-generation owner Eric Bakken. “We’re not a chain, though there are lots of chains in Lakewood. You can find a Dunkin' or a Starbucks on every street corner.”
“You’re not going to see too many people out and about walking here; they’re mostly driving,” Bakken shares. The 6th Avenue Freeway is the main thoroughfare leading Creighton locals to downtown Denver in 7.5 miles. The nearby Garrison Street Light Rail station provides an alternative route for commuters to the Mile-High City. Locals also live just under 3 miles east of CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital. Those catching a flight make their way down Interstate 76 to Denver International Airport in 35.5 miles.
Creighton — and much of Lakewood’s farmland — was developed to accommodate workers for the Denver Ordnance Plant during World War II. The factory's munitions production ceased after the war, and the plant was converted to the Denver Federal Center, a complex of federal agencies. It is Lakewood’s largest employer and Creighton's next-door neighbor.
Julie Leins
Keller Williams Advantage Realty LLC
(720) 902-8558
280 Total Sales
2 in Creighton
$630K - $670K Price Range
Genie O'Fallon
Distinct Real Estate LLC
(720) 802-3291
48 Total Sales
2 in Creighton
$370K - $545K Price Range
Jeremy Kane
eXp Realty, LLC
(720) 730-3190
156 Total Sales
3 in Creighton
$521K - $680K Price Range
Will Gosch
Real Broker, LLC DBA Real
(720) 802-2866
75 Total Sales
1 in Creighton
$672,500 Price
Jessica Thomas
Compass - Denver
(970) 471-7050
171 Total Sales
1 in Creighton
$552,944 Price
Jeff VanDerhule
Kentwood Real Estate City Properties
(720) 706-7835
90 Total Sales
1 in Creighton
$630,000 Price
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On average, homes in Creighton, Lakewood sell after 90 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Creighton, Lakewood over the last 12 months is $253,000, down 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$670,000
Discover the perfect blend of serene country living and urban accessibility in this beautifully remodeled 1946 two-story home, nestled on a lush and private 0.36-acre lot in the highly sought-after Bonvue neighborhood of Lakewood. Surrounded by mature trees and picturesque landscaping, this rare gem offers direct access to Lakewood Park and breathtaking views of the mountains, creating a peaceful
Zach LeValley Greenwood Estates Realty LLC
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Anita Hartmann Your Castle Real Estate Inc
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Keely Hawk Coldwell Banker Realty 24
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$699,000
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Mark Glenn PRO Real Estate Services Inc.
$614,900
Welcome to this charming brick ranch in the desirable Meadowlark Hills neighborhood, offering an open floor plan filled with natural light and beautiful hardwood floors. This home features five bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a beautifully updated kitchen showcasing a large island, breakfast bar, and dining area—perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Quartz countertops, New Cabinets,
Kari Kline RE/MAX Synergy
$2,400 per month
Well maintained townhome off of Garrison and Alameda across from Mile High Church and CCU. Only one common wall. Small but cute, CLEAN and updated with attached 1 car garage located in the quiet Westford Condo's complex. NO SMOKING of any kind. Pet's negotiable. Credit and references checked upon application. Storage in both basement and garage. The garage floor has been professionally
Laurie Cesario HomeSmart
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