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In Palisade, life tastes good all day long
Palisade maintains its vibe as an Old West-style township and is close to several of Grand Valley’s most challenging mountain biking trails and ski slopes. Agriculture and laidback entertainment meet with vibrant orchards, riverside wineries and local distilleries. “Palisade is a huge revenue generator for the Grand Valley,” says Joe Reed, team lead and listing specialist at Re/Max 4000, who has lived in the valley for over 30 years. “There are no big grocery stores or national chains here. It’s all hometown small businesses, and they keep it that way.”
Experience rafting down the Colorado river in the Palisade Area.
Head to the Downtown Palisade Area and spend a day with the kids.
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Quaint downtown shops with wineries, distilleries and restaurants
Palisade has several frequented wineries like Peach Street Distillers, a saloon with tile floors serving pizza and its own brand of spirits like peach brandy. “Peach Street Distillers help put Palisade on the map,” Reed says. “This is arguably the most successful distillery in Grand Junction, and it started the whole trend. When we first started coming here, we would sit on tree stumps, and it was very hometown-ish. Now it produces millions of dollars in revenue.” Clark & Co’s Distilling is another popular spot with a covered seating area facing the river and the rocky cliffs.
Bicycle shops, art galleries and wine shops operate in rustic brick buildings with makeshift patio seating on Main Street, which is brimming with small businesses. “Palisade gets tons of out-of-towners touring the wineries,” says Taylor Knight, a Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker. “The people here like keeping this small-town feel. It wouldn’t be Palisade if they opened it up.” Fidel’s Cocina is a Mexican kitchen with tacos made using ingredients like mushrooms and elk chorizo. Peche is an upscale steakhouse in a small dining room, and the chef, Matthew Chasseur, previously commanded the kitchen at Alinea, a James Beard award-winning restaurant in Chicago. Groceries are available at farm stands and food stores like Herman Produce, which has an inventory of fruit, vegetables and peaches seven days a week. Family Food Town is the area’s supermarket with locally sourced meat and a deli for fresh sandwiches.
Relax with friends over cocktails at Peach Street Distiller in the Palisade Area.
Palisade Cycle & Shuttle is a great place to get info about bike trails in the Palisade Area.
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Skiing, mountain biking and hiking Mt. Garfield
Outdoor excursions draw locals and tourists alike to Palisade each year. Towering over the neighborhood, the Grand Mesa is the largest flat-topped mountain in the world, with over 300 pristine blue lakes. Powderhorn Mountain Resort provides powdered slopes for beginner and intermediate-level skiers. From the Mesa, the Palisade Plunge is a bike path dropping 6,000 feet through alpine forest trails spanning over 33 miles. The path ends at the Palisade Rim trailhead on the valley floor, which doubles as a hiking area elevating through the slender pines in Rocky Mountain forests. The Riverfront Trail follows the Colorado River for 22 miles from Palisade to Loma. Riverbend Park has a fishing pond, a disc golf course and a boat launch on the river. Interstate 70 divides the village from the Book Cliffs, a yellow desert mountain range resembling a massive bookshelf. The Book Cliffs’ most prominent formation is Mount Garfield, an iconic nature hike with an intensive sandstone trail up to the peak, where an American flag flies over the freeway.
Riverfront Trail in Grand Junction offers excellent mountain views.
Palisade Rim Trail Head in Grand Junction extends up in to the Grand Mesa.
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Farmhouses on orchards and plots of farmland
Bungalows and farmhouses line the streets, with occasional Victorians and cottages enhancing the old-fashioned facade. West of downtown, homes sit among the vineyards and orchards. Many homes have lush, green lots, while others are partitioned by gravel or red pebble beds. Home prices range from $300,000 to $700,000. A smaller number of especially high-end homes list for $700,000 to $1.4 million. Even rarer are sprawling estate properties, some with their own functioning orchards, listing for $1.1 to $3.8 million. In areas like the Rio-Vista Mobile Home Park, manufactured homes are in a shady enclave against the river. These styles typically cost between $50,000 and $150,000.
A quaint bungalow sits along main street in the Palisade Area.
Farmhouses often sit on large plots in the Palisade Area.
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The story of the Palisade Peach Festival
In the late 1800s, farmers who settled in modern-day Palisade immediately discovered the nutrient-rich soil and began to reroute the river’s streams to irrigate the crops. The Palisade Peach Festival is a Colorado tradition over half a century old, with vendors selling farm-fresh peach products in Riverbend Park. The festival also features a 5k run, live music and a peach-eating contest in August. “Festivals are a big deal in Palisade, and of course, everyone knows about the peaches,” Knight says. The Colorado Mountain Winefest welcomes wineries from all over the state at Riverbend Park for tasting sessions and grape stomping with local and regional vineyards in September. The Bluegrass & Roots Festival brings acoustic bands and folk-rock troops to town for a three-day lineup of performances in June.
Palisade Area is known for their delicious peaches and excellent wine.
Enjoy the greenery at Riverbend Park in Grand Junction.
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B-plus rated Palisade High School
Taylor Elementary School receives a B-minus grade from Niche, and students can join the National Elementary Honor Society. Mount Garfield Middle School also maintains a B-minus and offers an International Baccalaureate program. Palisade High School earns a B-plus, and students can work in the campus fish hatchery caring for endangered species.
Students are the highest priority at Taylor Elementary School in Grand Junction.
A welcoming entrance is seen at Palisade High School in Grand Junction.
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Car-dependent with multiple routes to Grand Junction
Palisade is a car-dependent neighborhood with access to public transportation. The Grand Valley Transit (GVT) bus makes 10 stops in Palisade, including three on Iowa Avenue, and bus routes reach the surrounding towns. This area is bordered by I-70 West, which takes traffic 12 miles to Grand Junction or 24 miles to Fruita. U.S. Highway 6 also connects to Grand Junction through the East Orchard Mesa neighborhood. The Grand Junction Regional Airport provides air travel to the Denver International Airport, along with other Western U.S. destinations, including Phoenix, Dallas, Santa Ana and, as of December 2024, Salt Lake City.
Experience rural living with easy access to shopping and dining in the Palisade Area.
Find convenient public transportation in the Palisade Area.
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Parks in this Area
Riverbend Park
Palisade Rim Trail Head
Mt. Garfield Trailhead
Veterans' Memorial Park
Riverfront Trail
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Palisade Area
US
Homicide
3
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
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Palisade Area Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Palisade Area, Palisade sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Palisade Area, Palisade over the last 12 months is $269,990, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to W 5th Street and this rare find in Palisade! For the first time in years, a home in this quiet, tucked-away neighborhood is hitting the market - and it’s packed with updates and potential. Sitting on a spacious half-acre lot, this property offers room to stretch out, inside and out, all in a location that’s hard to beat. The home has seen a long list of recent upgrades, including a
Located in beautiful Palisade, Colorado, this remarkable property blends historic Victorian charm with modern amenities, creating a versatile space that can cater to various needs. Originally built in 1906 this home underwent a meticulous renovation beginning in 2007. The renovation was designed to maintain the home's historic character while integrating modern conveniences which include new
Welcome to your own private slice of paradise in Palisade, CO! This stunning nearly 7-acre property boasts endless possibilities with an expansive orchard, a spacious shop for all your hobbies, and breathtaking, up close view of Mount Garfield! This impressive 7-bedroom, 5-bathroom home offers over 4800 square feet of luxurious living space, perfect for entertaining friends and family. The
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,513
Median Age
48
Population under 18
18.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,828
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,975
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.3%
College Graduates
30.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
58.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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