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Creighton

Creighton

$645,048 Average Value
$324 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Creighton's ranches and ranch-style homes

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.

Renovated ranch homes line the residential streets of Creighton.
Renovated ranch homes line the residential streets of Creighton.
Modest homes in Creighton reflect the neighborhood’s midcentury architectural charm.
Modest homes in Creighton reflect the neighborhood’s midcentury architectural charm.
Snow-covered roads in Creighton highlight its suburban charm during winter.
Snow-covered roads in Creighton highlight its suburban charm during winter.
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Creighton’s semi-rural and suburban halves

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.

Renovated two-story homes in Creighton appeal to buyers seeking updated spaces.
Renovated two-story homes in Creighton appeal to buyers seeking updated spaces.
Families favor renovated brick homes with contemporary updates in Creighton.
Families favor renovated brick homes with contemporary updates in Creighton.
Townhome communities in Creighton offer a close-knit feel for new homebuyers.
Townhome communities in Creighton offer a close-knit feel for new homebuyers.
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Recent upgrades to Creighton Middle School

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.

Public school Creighton Middle receives a B grade for overall performance and equity.
Public school Creighton Middle receives a B grade for overall performance and equity.
Dennison Elementary School in Creighton holds an A rating from Niche for academic excellence.
Dennison Elementary School in Creighton holds an A rating from Niche for academic excellence.
Lakewood High School is a public high school in Creighton boasting a tiger mascot.
Lakewood High School is a public high school in Creighton boasting a tiger mascot.
Colorado Christian University features distinctive architecture in the heart of Creighton.
Colorado Christian University features distinctive architecture in the heart of Creighton.
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Winter sledding in Meadowlark Park

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.

Meadowlark Park offers a quiet playground space in Lakewood’s Creighton neighborhood.
Meadowlark Park offers a quiet playground space in Lakewood’s Creighton neighborhood.
McIntyre Gulch runs lazily through Creighton and adds natural beauty to Meadowlark Park.
McIntyre Gulch runs lazily through Creighton and adds natural beauty to Meadowlark Park.
Creighton’s Bonvue Park provides a quaint setting for children to enjoy outdoor play.
Creighton’s Bonvue Park provides a quaint setting for children to enjoy outdoor play.
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Local sports in Creighton

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.

Jeffco Stadium’s gated entrance in Creighton leads to football games and local events.
Jeffco Stadium’s gated entrance in Creighton leads to football games and local events.
Creighton’s Jeffco Stadium scoreboard keeps fans updated during live matches.
Creighton’s Jeffco Stadium scoreboard keeps fans updated during live matches.
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Shopping Fairfield Commons, Metro Denver and more

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.”

Village Roaster in Creighton serves top-notch coffee with friendly service.
Village Roaster in Creighton serves top-notch coffee with friendly service.
TJ Maxx in Creighton offers affordable fashion and home goods for local shoppers.
TJ Maxx in Creighton offers affordable fashion and home goods for local shoppers.
Creighton’s Fairfield Commons shopping center sees steady foot traffic year-round.
Creighton’s Fairfield Commons shopping center sees steady foot traffic year-round.
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Getting from Creighton to Denver

“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.

The Denver International Airport is an option for commuters wanting to leave Creighton.
The Denver International Airport is an option for commuters wanting to leave Creighton.
The Garrison Station light rail stop provides transportation options for residents in Creighton.
The Garrison Station light rail stop provides transportation options for residents in Creighton.
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Neighboring the Denver Federal Center

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.

The Denver Federal Center stands adjacent to Creighton, housing key federal offices.
The Denver Federal Center stands adjacent to Creighton, housing key federal offices.
Creighton borders the Federal Center, a key workplace for many in the region.
Creighton borders the Federal Center, a key workplace for many in the region.
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Transit

Airport

Denver International

42 min drive

Bus

W Alameda Ave & S Estes St

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W Alameda Ave & S Ammons St

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Wadsworth Blvd & W 5th Ave

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W Alameda Ave & S Carr St

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S Wadsworth Blvd & W Byers Pl

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W Alameda Ave & S Garrison St

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Wadsworth Blvd & W 2nd Ave

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Creighton Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$625,000
Median Sale Price
$627,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$630,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$390,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$324

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,562
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,975
On par with the national average
1,928
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,408
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
895
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
5,230
Median Age
35
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$98,145
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$118,633

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.7%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
43%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.8%
% Population in Labor Force
64.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
66''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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