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Expo Park

Expo Park

Neighborhood in Aurora, Colorado

Arapahoe County 80012

$396,575 Average Value
$264 Average Price per Sq Ft
26 Homes For Sale

Residential streets with outdoor retreats

The word “exposition” might trigger images of large conference halls and a sea of crowds, but the community’s name comes from its main attraction — Expo Park, a 57-acre green space rich with amenities. “Expo Park is within the overarching subdivision of Queensborough, built between 1970 and 1972, and it’s right next to Aurora’s largest park. Expo Park was kind of the answer to the development of Denver’s Washington Park,” says Dan Bloomquist, associate broker with RE/MAX Realty, who has over 50 years of experience in the industry and has sold homes in the area since its inception in the ‘70s. “Yet the huge draw to the area is the Cherry Creek School District. It’s hard to find homes under $500,000 within that district. So great schools, affordable homes and the location are really some of the biggest benefits,” Bloomquist says.

Expo Park is a great choice with its plethora of outdoor attractions and great schools.
Expo Park is a great choice with its plethora of outdoor attractions and great schools.
Expo Park is an expansive greenspace with a pond and many trails.
Expo Park is an expansive greenspace with a pond and many trails.
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Condos, townhouses and 1970s single-family homes

Traditional suburban homes from the 1970s, townhouses and low-rise condominiums within walking distance of the park make up most of Expo Park’s housing inventory. Modest ranch-style dwellings make great starter homes, while Bi-Level and Split-Levels offer room to grow. Condos in the area typically range from the low $100,000s to the upper $200,000s for a two-bedroom unit with modern updates. The median sales price for a single-family home hovers around $484,000, with home prices ranging from the low $300,000s to the upper $500,000s for a renovated, three-bedroom Split-Level.

Ranch style homes are common in Expo Park.
Ranch style homes are common in Expo Park.
The Expo Park neighborhood also has condo options for those not looking for a single family home
The Expo Park neighborhood also has condo options for those not looking for a single family home
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STEM programs at Overland High

The highly sought-after Cherry Creek School District serves the community of Expo Park, scoring above-average ratings on Niche. Students in the neighborhood may attend Highline Community Elementary School and Prairie Middle School, both scoring B-minus ratings. Students then move on to the B-plus-rated Overland High School. Overland High is known for its STEM program, offering state-of-the-art labs and programming concentrated on Biology, Information Technology, Aerospace and other fields.

Students in Expo Park may attend the Prairie Middle School.
Students in Expo Park may attend the Prairie Middle School.
Expo Park students pursue higher education at Overland High School.
Expo Park students pursue higher education at Overland High School.
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Hikes along the High Line Canal Trail

Expo Park’s 18-hole disc golf course, one of only two in Aurora, draws amateurs and enthusiasts alike. At the same time, its connections to the High Line Canal Trail and Westerly Creek Trail provide scenic routes for bikers and runners along two ponds. In addition to its diverse athletic fields for baseball, basketball, football and tennis, the Expo Recreation Center hosts programs like Aurora Cooks and Aurora Dance Arts. Expo Park is also adjacent to two of Aurora’s most popular golf courses — Aurora Hills, which is open to the public, and CommonGround, a private course designed by famous golf architect Tom Doak.

Expo Park is connected to the Highline Canal Trail.
Expo Park is connected to the Highline Canal Trail.
Ride your bike along the Highline Canal Trail which runs through the Expo Park neighborhood.
Ride your bike along the Highline Canal Trail which runs through the Expo Park neighborhood.
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Shopping on South Havana Street

Major shopping and dining options are scattered along South Havana Street, just outside the neighborhood’s borders. The Gardens on Havana features major retailers like Target, Starbucks, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and Sprouts Farmers Market for organic produce. Locals can also grab groceries at the neighboring King Soopers or Costco Wholesale, while those looking for some retail therapy can head to the Town Center at Aurora shopping mall. For a bite to eat, Taz Indian Restaurant serves up steaming hot plates of curry, while Fat Boy’s Bar and Grill draws crowds of Broncos fans looking to watch the game with a cold beer and plate of barbecue ribs.

Target is only one option for groceries in Expo Park.
Target is only one option for groceries in Expo Park.
Expo Park residents have plenty of retail options close by.
Expo Park residents have plenty of retail options close by.
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Annual events in Aurora

Although locals can always head to downtown Denver for a night of entertainment, the City of Aurora also hosts various annual events, such as Carnival on the Plaza. Every summer, a short drive leads residents to the echoing sounds and vibrant landscape of Fletcher Plaza, full of carnival rides, games, and fun. However, the season’s biggest event is the annual Arapahoe County Fair, featuring live music, rides, 4-H competitions and more.

Downtown commutes on the light rail

Expo Park residents have a range of public transit options at their doorstep. Bordering thoroughfares like East Mississippi Avenue and South Peoria Street offer a range of bus stops. At the same time, a 3 mile drive leads to the Aurora Metro Center Station for commuters heading into Denver. Other nearby roads include South Havana Street, Interstate 225 and US Route 83 for regional travel. Jetsetters looking for a bigger adventure can head to Denver International Airport. “Locals have easy access to downtown. 225 is west of the neighborhood, while the hospital is right there as well. Everything you really need is right there,” Bloomquist says, with The Medical Center of Aurora just 2 miles away.

Getting to Downtown Denver on the light rail is a snap from Expo Park.
Getting to Downtown Denver on the light rail is a snap from Expo Park.
The Aurora Metro Center Station serves as the Park N Ride for Expo Park.
The Aurora Metro Center Station serves as the Park N Ride for Expo Park.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

26 min drive

Bus

Mississippi Ave & S Kenton Way

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Mississippi Ave & S Lansing St

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Mississippi Ave & S Moline St

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S Havana St & Mississippi Ave

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Alameda Ave & S Ironton St

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S Havana St & Exposition Ave

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S Havana St & Virginia Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Expo Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$410,000
Median Single Family Price
$465,555
Median Townhouse Price
$325,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$187,500
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$125,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Number of Homes for Sale
26
Last 12 months Home Sales
161
Months of Supply
1.90
Median List Price
$372,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,933
Median Year Built
1972
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,554
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,146
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
912
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
675
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    11950 E Exposition Ave, Aurora, CO 80012

    $489,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,684 Sq Ft
    • 11950 E Exposition Ave
    • New 22 days ago

    Pride of ownership shines through in this beautiful four-bedroom, two-bath Aurora home. Meticulously maintained by the same family for over 50 years, it features gleaming oak floors that welcome you at the front entry and continue through the main level and upstairs. This level features a spacious primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, and an updated bathroom with a walk-in shower and tile

    Ann Torgerson Porchlight Real Estate Group

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
7,892
Median Age
37
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$49,284
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,620

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.1%
College Graduates
24.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
75.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
56''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

42 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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