Why Live in Trailside
Trailside, located in the Westminster/Arvada area, is equidistant between Denver and Boulder, making it convenient for commuting. The neighborhood is aptly named for its numerous bike and walking trails, including a paved trail that follows the Little Dry Creek Tributary, connecting to Nottingham Park and Trailside Park. Nottingham Park spans 7 acres and features a pavilion, picnic tables, multi-use turf fields and a playground, and the larger 10-acre Trailside Park offers similar amenities. Nearby Standley Lake, a 3,000-acre reservoir that serves as Westminster's primary drinking water source, provides opportunities for paddleboarding, kayaking and fishing. Pomona Lake, which is closer and smaller, is stocked with fish like largemouth bass and catfish. Homes primarily built in the late 1970s and early 1980s line the neighborhood's winding roads and cul-de-sacs. These include ranch-style and bi-level homes with three to four bedrooms, as well as condos and townhouses. Trailside offers supper club-style dining at Sano’s Italian Kitchen, or locals can grab a bite from Snarf’s Sandwiches, a regional chain. Nearby King Soopers and Safeway supply the area with groceries. Students may attend highly rated schools like Weber Elementary and Pomona High School. Nearby public transportation includes RTD bus stops on 88th Avenue and the B light rail line, which connects to downtown Denver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Trailside a good place to live?
Trailside is a good place to live. Trailside is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Trailside is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Trailside has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.7 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $83,141 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Trailside are home owners, with 31.6% of residents renting and 68.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Trailside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Trailside neighborhood guide.
Is Trailside, CO a safe neighborhood?
Trailside, CO is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Trailside?
The median home price in Trailside is $349,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $70,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,730 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $74K a year to afford the median home price in Trailside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Trailside is $83K.
What are the best public schools in Trailside?
The best public schools that serve Trailside are:
What are the best private schools in Trailside?
The best private schools that serve Trailside are:
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Are home prices dropping in Trailside?
Yes, home prices in Trailside are down 9% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Trailside, CO
On average, homes in Trailside, Westminster sell after 54 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Trailside, Westminster over the last 12 months is $338,150, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$338,150
Median Single Family Sale Price
$514,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$344,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$278,500
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$235,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$318
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median List Price
$349,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%
