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Affordable homes near a major military base
Divided into subdivisions of houses and townhomes, Side Creek borders the Buckley Space Force Base and is a significant hub for families of military personnel. Greg Livingston, a Realtor at Keller Williams Realty, says, "Other than proximity to the base, people are moving here for the affordability. Homebuyers can get a lot of house for the same amount they'd spend on something much smaller elsewhere." The last suburb, before reaching the base, the area is entirely residential and quiet, except for the sound of aircraft overhead. However, it still has its conveniences and amenities. Residents can get to major shopping centers, local restaurants and lush parks within a short drive. If staying home is desired, locals can enjoy their spacious dwellings that offer a little more yard space than other Aurora spots can. Whether residents are stationed at the base for only a year or looking to put roots down near Denver, Side Creek should be considered.
Craftsman style homes line the Side Creek streets
Enjoy some sculptures as you stroll through Side Creek Park
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Courts, fields and walking trails
Aurora Sports Park is one of the city's most prominent sports complexes just north of the base. With 220 acres of baseball diamonds and soccer fields, the park is always busy with youth and adult soccer leagues and Little League games on the weekends. Closer to home, Great Plains Park gets some attention, too, with its large playground, walking trails and splash pad. Sharing its name with the neighborhood, Side Creek Park backs up to many houses. It is home to a basketball court, tennis courts, and a sizeable multiuse field with nets and a backstop, perfect for playing catch or tossing a Frisbee.
Plenty of trails for your walk or run in Side Creek Park
Play a game of pick up at the Side Creek Park basketball court
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Local restaurants alongside massive malls
Some small shopping plazas line Buckley Road, like the Aurora Highlands Shopping Center. Piazza's is a highly-rated restaurant in the plaza, which doubles as an American Italian restaurant and a popular sports tavern with a long bar, plenty of TV screens, and pool tables. Closer to home, Thai Bite of Fusion serves authentic Thai food in a no-frills, light-filled dining room. Stir-fry, drunken noodles and rice dishes make up some of the staples, and a rotating menu of specials keeps the selection fresh. A Safeway is just west of the neighborhood for grocery trips, but residents looking for a day of shopping can travel a short 4 miles to Town Center, a massive mall of Aurora.
Massino's for pizza delivery or dine i
Somerset Village Shopping Center provides near by retail
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New developments supplement homes from the 80s
Split-level homes from the 1980s fill the tree-lined, winding streets of the neighborhood that often end in cul-de-sacs. Colorful wood and brick sidings with white trim give the houses a midcentury modern look, and pristine landscaping adds some dimension to the modest yards backed by privacy fences and small patios. Less expensive than in other Aurora areas, Side Creek's houses range from $400,000 to $600,000. "Aurora is rapidly growing east. They're building around the airport and adding housing to the city because there was a shortage prior," Livingston says. To accommodate the growing population, townhouses and condos have been added to the residential streets, including the new Urban Collection development along Andes Circle. The units range anywhere from $200,000 to $500,000, depending on amenities, size and year built.
Split level and Cottage style homes
Condominium living at Brookheaven in Side Creek
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Highly diverse schools of Side Creek
Walkable for some residents is Side Creek Elementary, rated a C by Niche. Also rated a C is Mrachek Middle School, where most students continue learning before heading to Rangeview High School. Rated a B-plus, the high school has a high level of diversity and a range of activities and athletics. The middle school and high school are right next to each other, so dropping off the kids takes one less stop than usual for families with a range of ages.
Side Creek Elementary School is a great place to pursue an education in Aurora, Colorado.
Students love the facilities at Rangeview High School in Aurora, Colorado.
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Getting to work and getting around
Livingston says, "It's a quieter part of town, heading towards where the area becomes rural." However, the suburban nook is close to nearby highways and entertainment options in the city. Downtown Denver is 19 miles away, and Denver International Airport is about 18 miles north. Those who prefer to leave their cars at home can hop on one of the buses along Tower Road, leading to retail and the many hospitals towards the west.
Side Creek residents can get around on the public bus line in Aurora, Colorado.
Side Creek locals use the bus line to connect all around Aurora, Colorado.
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Parks in this Area
Great Plains Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Side Creek Park
Trails
Playground
Highland Hollow Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Volleyball
Panorama Park
Bike Trails
Tennis
Trails
Sterling Hills West Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Sterling Hills Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Denver International
23 min drive
Bus
S Tower Rd & Iliff Ave
Bus
S Tower Rd & Iowa Dr
Bus
S Tower Rd & S Andes Cir
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.64 Reviews
4.0Niche User
10/29/2014Niche Review
Most of the people who own their businesses live in town and their children go to school in town--it's very easy to get close to business owners and appreciate their businesses. Everyone is very friendly--Aurora is a big town but this particular southern part of Aurora is such a community.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Side Creek
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Side Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Side Creek, Aurora sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Side Creek, Aurora over the last 12 months is $412,500, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,444
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,389
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,440
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.9%
College Graduates
27.7%
Advanced Degrees
6.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80.8%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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