Originally home to the frontiers looking to score a fortune during the Colorado Gold Rush of 1858, Shaw Heights is a mainly residential neighborhood about 2 miles from downtown Westminster. Located on the Front Range, distant views of the Rocky Mountains fill the landscape in almost every direction. Walking along the wide paved sidewalks, canopied by aspens and birch trees, a range of architectural styles line the streets.
Single-family ranchers are a foothold amongst the landscape, with unique, custom-builds scattered between Tudor-inspired homes to newly built town houses and modern homes. Many of these households display one to two-car garages and modest front yards with blooming flowerbeds in the Spring. “Shaw Heights is an extremely family-friendly area. Many of the homes are family homes, ranging from three to five bedrooms,” says Angel Hernandez, broker at Paisano Realty, who is local and has been in real estate for 33 years. Prospective homebuyers can expect median sales prices around $500,000, with prices beginning in the low $400,000s to the mid $500,000s, with some larger homes in the $600,000 range. With an average lot size of around 7,405 square feet, there is enough room to enjoy a backyard barbecue while the family dog chases squirrels around the yard.
The neighborhood is served by Westminster Public School District, receiving average ratings on Niche. “There are quite a few schools right in the heart of the neighborhood,” Hernandez says. With such close proximity, students can easily walk to class. Students attend Mesa Elementary School with a C and Shaw Heights Middle School with a C-minus. Westminster High School scores a C-plus and is home to competitive sports and a top-notch performing arts program. Home to the Mariachi de la Luna, the program aims to inspire personal growth and enrichment through studying Mariachi music. Westminster’s Mariachi de la Luna has performed at notable community events, such as the Cherry Creek Diversity Conference and the Women’s Conference in Brighton.
Locals can go to Rotary Park for an afternoon when the sun shines, practicing their baseball pitch among the vast, grassy open fields. Boasting a playground with a miniature climbing wall, children can practice their bouldering skills, emulating the authentic Coloradan lifestyle. About 2 miles away, residents can spend the day on the range at The Greg Mastriona Golf Courses at Hyland Hills. “Within about a 4-mile radius there are 4 different golf courses that residents can explore,” Hernandez says. At the same time, those looking to practice their golf skills in a fun atmosphere can head next door to Adventure Golf and Raceway for a laughter-filled game of putt-putt. Home to go-karts, a ropes course and a maze, there will surely be something for almost everyone. For a day filled with the great outdoors, a mere 6 miles away is Standley Lake Regional Park & Wildlife Refuge. Spanning over 3,000 acres, it’s a local spot to spend the day on the lake. Here, you can hike throughout the sun-filled morning while admiring the iridescent sunsets by night.
Although Shaw Heights is primarily residential, restaurants and retail stores are bountiful just outside the neighborhood boundaries. A little under 2 miles away, Westminster City Center is home to big-name stores such as Barnes & Noble and Ross Dress for Less. The neighboring Alamo Drafthouse and Cinema offers a relaxing ambiance for a night out, where you can order a cocktail while watching the newest movie to hit the big screens. For a bite to eat, The Old Spaghetti Factory is a family-friendly chain featuring traditional Italian entrees, while Saltgrass Steak House is the place for a juicy Porterhouse Steak. Surrounded by popular chains, The Wishbone Family Restaurant stands out from the crowd. Family-owned and operated since 1963, you can feel right at home with its welcoming environment and delicious fried chicken. Families can choose from various grocery stores, from H-Mart to Walmart and King Scoopers to Costco Wholesale.
The Regional Transportation District line provides reliable and quick commuter rail services between downtown Denver and Westminster, making commuting around town relatively simple. With bus routes scattered along North Federal Boulevard and nearby access to US Route 36, entertainment options extend far beyond the neighborhood boundaries.
Kristen Miller
A Perfect Location Realty
(720) 706-3393
90 Total Sales
2 in Shaw Heights
$348K - $380K Price Range
Adam Mayfield
eXp Realty, LLC
(720) 706-2940
61 Total Sales
1 in Shaw Heights
$450,000 Price
Sean Murphy
eXp Realty, LLC
(303) 848-3143
74 Total Sales
2 in Shaw Heights
$475K - $634K Price Range
Erika Staggs
Key Team Real Estate Corp.
(720) 706-4643
206 Total Sales
1 in Shaw Heights
$325,000 Price
Mark Eibner
MB Metro Brokers Realty Oasis
(720) 780-0409
181 Total Sales
1 in Shaw Heights
$376,000 Price
Kris Caldwell
eXp Realty, LLC
(720) 807-2585
151 Total Sales
1 in Shaw Heights
$440,000 Price
On average, homes in Shaw Heights, Westminster sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Shaw Heights, Westminster over the last 12 months is $499,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$600,000
Turnkey short term rental property ready for its next owners! Lovingly referred to as the "Dino House" this 5 bedroom 2.5 bathroom home is an active short term rental with a solid rental history ready for its next owners. Completely remodeled in 2022 this home features an open concept kitchen with with stainless steel appliances, black granite countertops, farmhouse sink and soft close cabinets.
Megan Blythe Good Neighbor LLC
$495,000
8780 Wagner Drive – Where Convenience Meets LifestyleThis charming 3-bedroom home is perfectly situated on a beautifully landscaped corner lot in Westminster. With owned solar panels keeping your bills low, an attached garage, and an additional workshop, it’s a home that blends practicality with comfort.Step outside your door and you’ll find everything you need just minutes away:
$525,000
Welcome to 8909 Xavier St, a rare Westminster find that combines the convenience of townhome living with the space and feel of a single-family home. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an open-concept main level, this property offers room to spread out and make it your own. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings that open to a versatile loft on the second level — perfect for a home office,
Willy Stewart Real Broker, LLC DBA Real
$450,000
Get ready to fall in love with this wonderful Westminster home! Gleaming hardwood oak floors greet you as you enter. Cook up gourmet meals on granite counters while using stainless steel appliances. Even washing the dishes will be enjoyable as you gaze through the kitchen window at the sunset over the Rocky Mountains. You'll throw the best BBQs in you private, large fenced yard. Or take the party
Yaron Marcus Coldwell Banker Realty 24
$1,110 - $2,118 per month
$2,800 per month
This 3 bedroom, 3 bath, 3 car tandem garage/shop, air conditioned home is immediately available for move-in 9/30/25. Great floor plan with main floor living room and sun room. Huge rec room (man cave) in basement. Lots of fresh paint. Conveniently located for shopping, restaurants, entertainment and access to I-36. Only 15 to 20 minutes to Denver or Boulder. Kids can walk to school!To
Jim Griebat Realty Profiles, Inc.
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