Why Live in Briar Ridge
Briar Ridge in Thornton features residential streets with cul-de-sacs, bi-levels, and ranch-style homes, many with attached two-car garages and shaded backyards. The neighborhood is connected by trails and sidewalks leading to Briar Ridge Park and Skylake Park, which offer open spaces and playgrounds. Cherry Park includes baseball fields, a multipurpose field, and a clubhouse-themed playground, while Eastlake Shores Park boasts North America's first Moku-Yama nature play unit. Margaret Carpenter Park, also known as Carpenter Park, features an expansive playground, splash pad, lake, and new pickleball courts, with plans to expand for tournaments. Shopping plazas along Colorado Boulevard include national retailers like Kohl’s and Ace Hardware, with dining options such as Chan’s Inn Chinese Restaurant and Ay Güey Mexican Snacks. Carpenter Park hosts events like Thorntonfest, the Fuel & Fury Car Show, and WinterFest, attracting thousands of visitors. Colorado Boulevard connects the neighborhood to E-470 and Denver International Airport, about 20 miles east. RTD bus stops and nearby light rail stations on the N-line provide access to downtown Denver in about 30 minutes. Adams 12 Five Star Schools serve Briar Ridge, with highly rated schools like Skyview Elementary, Shadow Ridge Middle School, and Mountain Range High School, which offers a college-level High School of Business program.
Home Trends in Briar Ridge, CO
On average, homes in Briar Ridge, Thornton sell after 805 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Briar Ridge, Thornton over the last 12 months is $196,500, down 56% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$196,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$209,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$208,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$480,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
11%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-56%
