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Willow Bend’s residential streets are close to shops and parks
Willow Bend is a Thornton neighborhood about 20 miles north of Denver with sidewalk-lined residential streets. Local thoroughfares connect the neighborhood to shopping centers and malls, and various nearby highways tie it to Denver. “Willow Bend is an attractive option due to new homes, good schools and community amenities,” says Realtor Neelam Shrestha with RE/MAX Northwest, who has over 22 years of experience. “Quiet streets, new parks and trails make it ideal for raising kids.”
Multistory Lennar homes with Craftsman influence
Lennar began building multistory New Traditional, Prairie-style and contemporary homes in Willow Bend in 2018. Many exteriors have Craftsman features, including front porches with square columns and natural stone accenting neutral painted panel siding. “Lennar home basic models get everything like granite countertops and don’t need to be upgraded right away,” Shrestha says. New Traditional home prices range from around $600,000 to $970,000, and contemporary homes have a similar range of approximately $590,000 to $840,000. Prairie-style homes are in the middle of the range and go from roughly $700,000 to $790,000. The CAP Index Crime Score in Willow Bend is 1 out of 10, lower when compared to the national average of 4.
27J Schools, open enrollment and Riverdale Ridge with a CTE Center
The 27J Schools district serves Willow Bend. It allows students to enroll in schools outside their attendance boundary if they file an open enrollment application and there is space. The neighborhood is in the attendance area for West Ridge Elementary School, which Niche gives a B grade overall. Rodger Quist Middle School earns a C-plus, and Riverdale Ridge High School receives a B. The high school has a Career Technical Education (CTE) Center on campus with course pathways including engineering, media arts and business.
Parks, athletic facilities and Trail Winds Recreation Center
Neighborhood sidewalks lead to a park at Willow Bend’s center, which includes multipurpose fields, a basketball court and a playground. Trail Winds Park is nearby with a skate park, open space with paths and football and soccer fields. Adjacent to the park, Trail Winds Recreation Center includes fitness areas and a lifeguard-monitored pool area with slides and a lazy river. Springvale Park has a disc golf course with paths that pass through a tunnel and connect the park to Marshall Lake Park, where a playground overlooks Marshall Lake.
Restaurants, The Orchard’s shops and Denver Premium Outlets
Hilltop Village shopping center has a King Soopers and national fast food restaurants, such as Wendy’s. The locally owned Doug’s Diner is also in the shopping center, serving breakfast and lunch to tables indoors and on its patio. The Orchard Town Center is an outdoor mall with department stores, an outdoor play area and an AMC movie theater. Nearby restaurants include The Happy Sumo, which serves sushi and Japanese cuisine. Asti D’Italia serves Italian classics in its dining room and offers carryout. The Denver Premium Outlets mall is also close by.
Access to E-470, Interstate 25 and St. Anthony North Hospital
The toll road, Extension 470 (E-470), runs through northern Willow Bend, connecting it to Denver International Airport in about 20 miles. The airport’s 230 nonstop flights travel to destinations worldwide. Bike lanes run along Holly Street and 144th Avenue, a road that travels west to St. Anthony North Hospital and Interstate 25. Downtown Denver is accessible via I-25 as well.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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Willow Bend Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Willow Bend, Thornton sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Willow Bend, Thornton over the last 12 months is $835,900, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This two-story home offers an open layout where the Great Room, nook and kitchen merge effortlessly on the first level, while a bedroom near the foyer is an ideal space for overnight guests. The second floor provides plenty of space for the whole family with four more bedrooms, including the owner’s suite with dual walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bathroom.
A spacious open floorplan found on the first level of this two-story home hosts the Great Room, kitchen and dining nook, while a formal dining room and outdoor space offer ample room for entertaining friends and family. The study is ideal for those who need a home office. Designed for comfortable family living, the home boasts a total of five bedrooms, each with convenient access to a full-sized
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This two-story home offers an open layout where the Great Room, nook and kitchen merge effortlessly on the first level, while a bedroom near the foyer is an ideal space for overnight guests. The second floor provides plenty of space for the whole family with four more bedrooms, including the owner’s suite with dual walk-in closets and a spa-inspired bathroom.
This homesite features a full unfinished lookout basement! This new two-story home design combines comfort and style. The first floor features an open-plan layout among a Great Room for shared moments, a kitchen for busy cooks and a nook for memorable meals. A secluded study off the foyer offers privacy. The second floor hosts three secondary bedrooms and a luxe owner’s suite. Prices, dimensions
Super home! This incredible Lennar model in the wonderful Willow Bend community offers exceptional space, design, and versatility. The property includes a beautifully integrated attached suite—perfect for multigenerational living, guest use, or income potential! As you enter, you’re greeted by 8-foot doors, 10-foot ceilings, and an open, elegant floorplan. Custom engineered flooring flows
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NEW YEAR PRICE REDUCTION! Welcome to this beautifully upgraded 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom home located in the desirable Willow Bend subdivision of Thornton. This better-than-new property offers a thoughtfully designed layout, blending spacious living with high-end finishes throughout. Step inside to a bright and expansive living area featuring soaring ceilings and multiple dining spaces—perfect for
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