Tony Thorpe
Responds Quickly
Crocker Realty, LLC
(720) 927-8229
214 Total Sales
2 in Coal Creek Canyon
$940K - $1.5M Price Range
Coal Creek Canyon
Rural Neighborhood in Arvada, Colorado
Jefferson County 80403
You won’t really find any established parks within the Coal Creek Canyon area. That’s because the surroundings themselves more than make up for that, with the mountains, trails and forestry making the area feel like a park in and of itself.
Many of the homes in the area are built on the hillsides and mountainsides, with these mountain retreats constructed in numerous styles. Ranch and bi-level are among the most popular, and some A-frames, cabins and cottages are also tucked along the slopes of Coal Creek Canyon. A large number of the houses in the canyon sell for between $500,000 and $800,000, with a few larger constructions going for over $1 million. The area’s roads are mostly maintained by the county.
“It’s close to town, but it can be far from town,” says Cathy Schneider, a broker associate with RE/MAX Alliance and Denver native whose experience spans the eastern part of Colorado. “There is Eldora Mountain nearby, so there’s access to skiing and lots of hiking. There’s not an abundance of restaurants, but there is a post office, there’s a couple of restaurants and a gas station.”
Students commonly attend Coal Creek Canyon K-8 Elementary School, but it is slated to close after an October 2023 vote by the Jefferson County School Board. Ralston Valley Senior High School remains, though, and hosts students from grades 9-12 while scoring an A rating with Niche. The high school has also received a rating of “Excellent” from the Colorado Department of Education on eight occasions. Other educational institutions in the area and within the school system include Three Creeks Elementary School, ranked at a B+ with Niche, and Bell Middle School, which scores the same rating.
Described by Schneider as a “pretty sleepy” area, Coal Creek Canyon provides residents with stunning views and outdoor opportunities galore despite its somewhat-remoteness. Coal Creek Peak, Scar Top Mountain, Crescent Mountain and Blue Mountain all reside within its boundaries, and hikers can take to the Mountain Lion Trail or the Bridge Creek Trailhead, among other paths, to get out and about. Coal Creek Peak soars more than 8,000 feet into the sky and sits on the edge of the Rocky Mountains’ Front Range, and though it doesn’t have an established trail, its summit is a popular destination for climbers. The mountain is connected to the jagged Crescent Peak via a ridge.
The cities of Golden and Boulder aren’t too hard to reach from Coal Creek Canyon, either. “The accessibility is good,” Schneider says. “Highway 72 runs a long distance. Some of the homes up there will probably be 15-20 miles from Highway 93, which runs north and south from Golden to Boulder. Highway 72 goes off of Highway 93, and that’s how you access the canyon.”
Canyon Coffee sits just off of Highway 72 and serves baked goods, breakfast and lunch to its patrons. Those might include some climbers from Coal Creek Peak, which is just six minutes away from the café.
“There’s something for everyone up there, regardless of your budget,” Schneider says. “It’s got a tremendous variety of housing, regardless of budget. The one big draw that will remain is that it’s quiet, and there’s something for everyone.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tony Thorpe
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Danette Fossceco
Danette Fossceco
HomeSmart
(720) 807-9716
56 Total Sales
1 in Coal Creek Canyon
$810,000 Price
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Zana Leiferman
Zana Leiferman
Real Realty Colorado LLC
(720) 780-0761
183 Total Sales
1 in Coal Creek Canyon
$670,000 Price
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Lise Friisbaastad
Lise Friisbaastad
JPAR Modern Real Estate
(657) 354-0223
24 Total Sales
3 in Coal Creek Canyon
$450K - $655K Price Range
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Joel Ripmaster
Joel Ripmaster
Slifer Smith & Frampton-Bldr
(303) 731-4853
32 Total Sales
1 in Coal Creek Canyon
$7,500,000 Price
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Nicki Thompson
Nicki Thompson
RE/MAX Alliance - Olde Town
(720) 677-8510
534 Total Sales
1 in Coal Creek Canyon
$430,000 Price
Schools
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- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
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Parks in this Area
Golden Gate Canyon State Park
Eldorado Canyon State Park
Harlow Platts Park
Lookout Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Boulder Parks & Recreation
Walker Ranch Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Coal Creek Canyon | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Coal Creek Canyon, Arvada sell after 70 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Coal Creek Canyon, Arvada over the last 12 months is $707,275, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$665,000
Median Single Family Price
$765,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$438
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
58
Months of Supply
2.70
Median List Price
$780,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
825
Median Year Built
1973
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,981
On par with the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
74,923
Open Houses
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Saturday, Apr 2612 - 2pm
$780,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,028 Sq Ft
- 11987 W Ranch Elsie Rd
- New 7 days ago
Welcome to this beautifully updated single-family home in the heart of Coal Creek Canyon, offering a flexible layout ideal for house hacking, remote work, or multi-generational living. Step into a stunningly renovated kitchen featuring quartz countertops, custom walnut cabinetry, and Samsung smart stainless steel appliances. The kitchen opens to a balcony—perfect for grilling and dining al
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Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,425,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 3,024 Sq Ft
- 31911 Warrens Rd
- New 13 days ago
Spacious Mountain Home Situated On A Private & Secluded 45.23 Acre Parcel With Spectacular Top Of The World Views. Situated In A Magnificent Setting With Southern Exposure And An Abundance Of Rock Outcroppings, This Property Features An Oversized 3 Car Garage With Electric Car Charger And A 1600 SQ FT Quonset Building. 42 Solar Panels and Tesla Powerwall. The Domestic Well Allows For Watering Of
Tony ThorpeCrocker Realty, LLC(720) 513-1640 -
$524,850
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,291 Sq Ft
- 30570 Highway 72
- New 3 days ago
Ready for a mountain home with 3 plus acres and a seasonal stream? This updated, move-in ready log home will surprise and delight you with it's charm and comfort. No need to rough it here. You enter the spacious great room with a vaulted ceiling, hardwood floor and a brick-backed, wood burning stove. The 2017 double pane windows and newer gas furnace will keep you warm in winter. Originally
Donna KaufmanKeller Williams Advantage Realty LLC(855) 768-4764 -
$200,000
- Land
- 2.77 Acre Lot
- 29600 Loomis Way
- Unit 50
- New 8 days ago
Build your dream home with stunning Continental Divide views! Nestled in a quiet, sunny cul-de-sac, Lot 50 in Crescent Park offers 2.776 acres of prime Colorado living. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from Boulder, Golden, and Arvada, this property combines tranquility with accessibility. The topography is a mix of level and sloping terrain, perfect for designing your ideal home. Crescent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,797
Median Age
50
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
15.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,035
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$125,775
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
53.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
4
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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