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Edgewood

Edgewood

$515,209 Average Value
$238 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Conveniently located Lakewood community

Edgewood is a busy residential neighborhood overflowing with beautiful homes, city amenities and cultural offerings. “It’s kind of independent from Denver and has a nice small-town feel,” says Brad Sandler, the owner and a managing broker at Green Door Living Real Estate, who has 20 years of experience. “It’s a great spot to be, and it’s very central.” Residents have their pick of various housing styles and live down the road from an abundance of locally owned shops and restaurants. Additionally, the neighborhood’s artistic community and outdoor activities bring life to the area.
North of Lakewood, Edgewood is a busy residential area with city amenities that bring it life.
North of Lakewood, Edgewood is a busy residential area with city amenities that bring it life.
In Edgewood, residents can live comfortably with convenient access to both shops and nature.
In Edgewood, residents can live comfortably with convenient access to both shops and nature.
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A mixed bag of housing options

As a large residential area with multiple different subdivisions, Edgewood has a variety of housing styles. Post-war dwellings such as ranch-style homes and farmhouses are common and come with elegant facades and either attached driveways or carports. These properties range from 1,000 to 1,600 square feet and cost between $500,000 and $875,000. There are also pockets of homes with revival architecture, including Tudor Revivals with bright colors and Spanish Colonial Revivals with stucco and red clay tiled roofs. Those who want alternative housing options can look to the contemporary condos and townhouses in the area. These multifamily buildings typically have housing units that are 650 to 1,000 square feet and cost $220,000 to $400,000, though new builds can get up to $845,000. Most condos and apartment complexes in the neighborhood are located within communities that sometimes come with additional amenities or HOAs.
A few Tudor revival homes are scattered around Edgewood.
A few Tudor revival homes are scattered around Edgewood.
Contemporary condos and townhouses in Edgewood cost $220,000 to $400,000.
Contemporary condos and townhouses in Edgewood cost $220,000 to $400,000.
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Lined with local restaurants and known retailers

Residents living in Edgewood don’t travel far for shopping and dining – the area is filled with strip malls and commercial spaces. “There are really great independent businesses that do a lot for the community here,” Sandler says. Edgewater Public Market on Sheridan Boulevard is a bustling food and retail space with over 40 eateries, shops and wellness services within the building. Sandler continues, “There’s a mix of upscale restaurants in there, a brewery, a lot of clothing stores. They have a lot of authentic-type restaurants from different cultures, from crepes to barbeque and Indian food.” Across West 20th Avenue, there’s a Target for essentials and King Soopers for groceries. Rupert’s at the Edge is an American restaurant serving breakfast and lunch classics. Additionally, Colfax Avenue has multiple retail areas along it. Lamar Station Plaza has a Ross, plus eclectic stores like Ashley Boutique and PopCULTure Empire. Start the day at Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters, or end it at WestFax Brewing Company.
Try different cuisines at the food hall in Edgewater Public Market, near Edgewood.
Try different cuisines at the food hall in Edgewater Public Market, near Edgewood.
Stay in shape at Planet Fitness at the Lamar Station Plaza mall in Edgewood.
Stay in shape at Planet Fitness at the Lamar Station Plaza mall in Edgewood.
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An artistic community with cultural attractions

As an established neighborhood, Edgewood’s attractions bring culture to the community. The towering pink facade of Casa Bonita is a famous Colorado roadside attraction from the 70s. Patrons are treated to entertaining dinner shows, mariachi music and a 30-foot waterfall as a backdrop to their meal. For more live performances, people can catch a show at Benchmark Theatre. The neighborhood is filled with artistic influence, which can be seen from the several art galleries in the area that highlight local work.
Watch the divers at Casa Bonita, Edgewood's most well-known attractions.
Watch the divers at Casa Bonita, Edgewood's most well-known attractions.
You can expect to have a fun and entertaining evening Casa Bonita in Edgewood.
You can expect to have a fun and entertaining evening Casa Bonita in Edgewood.
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Jeffco public schools with great programs

Children living in Edgewood can start their education at Lumberg Elementary School, which teaches kindergarten through sixth grade. Maintaining a C grade on Niche, Lumberg offers a One Way Dual Language program for its multilingual students. From there, students can head to Jefferson Junior/Senior High School for seventh through 12th grade. Jefferson has a C Niche grade, a great athletics program and offers early college credit opportunities through Red Rocks Community College. At the center of the neighborhood, the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design instructs budding artists, with most students living in off-campus housing.
Lumberg Elementary School is a public school in Edgewater with score of C on Niche.com.
Lumberg Elementary School is a public school in Edgewater with score of C on Niche.com.
Thomas Jefferson High School is a highly rated, public school in Denver.
Thomas Jefferson High School is a highly rated, public school in Denver.
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Neighborhood parks and outdoor amenities

A joint venture between Lakewood and Edgewater, Walker-Branch Park offers an abundance of outdoor amenities to the neighborhood. Visitors can explore the walking trails and bike paths that wind throughout the park. Practice your throw at the horseshoe pits, play a game of volleyball or learn new tricks at the skate park. Down the road, Aviation Park has a playground for little ones and picnic shelters for relaxing. Both parks are part of the 40 West ArtLine, where people can enjoy public art along a 4-mile trail. On the other side of Sheridan Boulevard, Sloan Lake is a boat-friendly park and the biggest lake in Denver. Every year, it hosts the Colorado Dragon Boat Festival.
Test your skills on the skatepark at Walker-Branch Park in Lakewood.
Test your skills on the skatepark at Walker-Branch Park in Lakewood.
Art trails and open green spaces define Walker-Branch Park in Lakewood.
Art trails and open green spaces define Walker-Branch Park in Lakewood.
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Traveling around Edgewood

Edgewood’s sidewalks and wide streets make the area highly walkable and bike-friendly. However, most people use vehicles to drive places. US Route 40, also known as West Colfax Avenue, makes up the neighborhood’s southern border and travels 5 miles straight to downtown Denver. There are also exits onto Interstate 70 only 3 miles north. “Edgewood has good proximity to the highways. On this side of I-70, the traffic is less congested and dense,” explains Sandler. Those in need of commercial flights can head 29 miles east to Denver International Airport.
The bike lanes in Edgewood make it an easy place to get around.
The bike lanes in Edgewood make it an easy place to get around.
The Edgewood neighborhood has beautiful housing options and easy access to Denver.
The Edgewood neighborhood has beautiful housing options and easy access to Denver.
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Preventing crime in the community

The CAP Index crime grade for Edgewood is six out of 10, which is higher than the U.S. national average of four. The neighborhood is looked after by the Edgewood Police Department, which is operated by the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department. Community events help raise awareness for crime prevention.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

39 min drive

Bus

W Colfax Ave & Kendall St

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W Colfax Ave & Harlan St

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W Colfax Ave & Pierce St

Bus

W 20th Ave & Reed St

Bus

W 20th Ave & Teller St

Bus

Wadsworth Blvd & W 20th Ave

Bus

W Colfax Ave & Eaton St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Edgewood US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Edgewood Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$574,500
Median Sale Price
$377,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$598,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$708,709
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,162
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,472
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,138
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
969
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,408
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,876
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$73,741

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
86.3%
College Graduates
27.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

37 / 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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