Why Live in Kings Mill
Kings Mill, a suburban neighborhood in Westminster, is conveniently located near 88th Avenue and Standley Lake. This area offers a variety of activities and amenities, making it an attractive option for residents. The neighborhood is just minutes from Wadsworth and Highway 36, providing easy access to department stores, grocery stores, and churches. Outdoor recreation is a significant draw, with Standley Lake's 3,000-acre wildlife refuge offering trails, campsites, and opportunities for birdwatching. Nearby parks like Oakhurst Park and Kings Mill Park provide additional recreational facilities, including playgrounds, picnic shelters, tennis courts, and a skatepark. The Big Dry Creek Trail and Westbrook Park offer more options for outdoor activities.
Kings Mill residents have access to numerous shopping centers, including Westbrook Shopping Center and mini malls along 88th Avenue. Grocery stores such as King Soopers, Safeway, Target, and Walmart are within 3 miles, along with big-box stores like The Home Depot. Dining options are plentiful, with popular spots like Corona’s Mexican Grill, Old Chicago, Marcos, and CD’s Wings. For social activities, the Pickleball Food Pub and Hoffbrau provide venues for sports, live music, and dancing.
The neighborhood is served by Jefferson County Public Schools, with the highly-rated Woodrow Wilson Academy available for kindergarten through Grade 8 students. Homes in Kings Mill, primarily built in the 1970s, include ranch-style houses, contemporary builds, and condos. The neighborhood is about 14 miles from downtown Denver and 26 miles from Denver International Airport, with RTD-Denver bus stops along 88th Avenue providing public transportation options. While walkability is relatively low, most properties have built-in garages or driveways, ensuring ample parking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kings Mill a good place to live?
Kings Mill is a good place to live. Kings Mill is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Kings Mill has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.8 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $114,448 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 45.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Kings Mill are home owners, with 22.6% of residents renting and 77.4% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Kings Mill, CO a safe neighborhood?
Kings Mill, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
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