Why Live in Cherrywood Park
Cherrywood Park in Thornton, CO, is a neighborhood developed mainly in the early 2000s, featuring a mix of single-family homes in ranch-style, two-story traditional, and Craftsman-inspired designs. Home prices range from the mid-$600,000s to the high-$800,000s, with townhouses and condominiums priced between $400,000 and $525,000. The area is known for its affordability compared to the Denver metro area, with homes typically staying on the market for about 25 days. The neighborhood's namesake, Cherrywood Park, offers fields, playground equipment, and dog-walking trails, while nearby Carpenter Park provides a lake, boat rentals, and a skate park. Thorncreek Golf Course and the Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge offer additional recreational opportunities. Dining and shopping options are plentiful along East 136th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, with popular spots like Haven’s Dragon and The Orchard Town Center nearby. The neighborhood is conveniently located near Interstate 25 and E-470, facilitating easy commutes to Denver and other Front Range areas. Public transit options are limited, with most residents relying on personal vehicles. Denver International Airport is about 25 miles east. Cherrywood Park is served by the Adams 12 Five Star Schools District, with highly rated Prairie Hills Elementary, Rocky Top Middle School, and Horizon High School, which offers the FutureForward Program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherrywood Park a good place to live?
Cherrywood Park is a good place to live. Cherrywood Park is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Cherrywood Park has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 37. The average household income is $155,171 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 55.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Cherrywood Park are home owners, with 13.7% of residents renting and 86.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cherrywood Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cherrywood Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cherrywood Park?
The median home price in Cherrywood Park is $538,440. If you put a 20% down payment of $107,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,790 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $120K a year to afford the median home price in Cherrywood Park. The average household income in Cherrywood Park is $155K.
What are the best public schools in Cherrywood Park?
The best public schools that serve Cherrywood Park are:
What are the best private schools in Cherrywood Park?
The best private schools that serve Cherrywood Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Cherrywood Park?
Yes, home prices in Cherrywood Park are down 16% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cherrywood Park, CO
On average, homes in Cherrywood Park, Thornton sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cherrywood Park, Thornton over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 63% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$430,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$545,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$465,208
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$585,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$109,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$293
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Median List Price
$538,440
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
63%
