Steve Wood
Slifer Smith and Frampton Real Estate
(720) 706-5434
57 Total Sales
1 in The Knolls
$632,000 Price
The Knolls
Neighborhood in Centennial, Colorado
Arapahoe County 80122
If you’re looking for a cozy suburb with access to the city, The Knolls in Centennial, Colorado, is a good option. Just southeast of Downtown Denver, houses are more expensive relative to the Greater Denver Area. Still, thanks to good schools, a central location and an influential homeowners association, the neighborhood is only becoming more desirable. Like other auto-centric cities, Denver is sprawling as it grows, and communities that were once on the outskirts, like The Knolls, are now central.
Home prices in The Knolls range from $450,000 to $1 million. At the bottom of this market, you’ll find townhomes shaded by giant cedar and loblolly pine trees. A late 20th-century three-bedroom townhouse with 1.5 bathrooms with wide wooden siding painted in autumn yellow is listed for $445,000. At $525,000, a three-bedroom French-inspired colonial townhouse with a mansard roof and a bay window is right next to Cherry Knolls Park, which borders the northwestern section of the neighborhood. At the top of the market, a Tudor-inspired four-bedroom mansion with a dark wood exterior and willow oaks and cypress trees on a large lot for just under $1 million.
Streets are very broad in The Knolls; sidewalks are slim, and tall conifers and deciduous trees populate yards. The streets slope and meander gently, and the open feel of the neighborhood slows the pulse. A bikeable greenway called the Big Dry Creek Trail weaves in and around this 1-square-mile locality, buffered by stretches of parkland. Currently, there are 28 miles of bike trails in the city connecting 600 acres of parkland. Centennial city planners intend to build 108 additional miles of trails throughout the county. Greater Denver is an outdoorsy place, and The Knolls is no different. Cherry Knolls Park is a finger-shaped green space of about 200 acres separating residential streets from the commerce on University Boulevard. There’s wild space and creeks to tromp in, fields and courts and playgrounds to play in and small hills to sled down in this neighborhood park.
The Cherry Knolls Shopping Center on the other side of the park has many places to eat and shop. The outdoor mall is home to restaurants like First Watch and Land of Sushi and a branch of a Denver-area grocery chain called Natural Grocers. Across University in the Southglenn neighborhood, there’s a newer outdoor mall complex with a Whole Foods, an ice cream shop, boutique and chain restaurants and a Regal Cinema. You’ll also find a Best Buy and a Staples. AdventHealth Littleton General Hospital is a mile west in Southglenn, and there’s a vet clinic in The Knolls if your furry friend needs medical attention.
Denver’s city center is 15 miles north and can be reached via University Boulevard. Residents of The Knolls can take University south to Colorado State Highway 470, which makes a partial circle around the Greater Denver Area. SH 470 also connects to Interstate 25, which runs north to Wyoming and south to New Mexico. The Denver Light Rail is expanding rapidly, but at this time, the closest station to The Knolls is in the Littleton/Downtown station on the D line. The Knolls is in the Littleton Public Schools district, which is ranked by Niche in the top 5 districts in Colorado. Sandburg Elementary School is within walking distance to most homes in The Knolls and received an A-minus on Niche. Newton Middle School received an A. Arapahoe High School also received an A and was named a Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education.
Good schools, proximity to everything Denver offers, and plans for exciting public works projects make The Knolls one of the hottest suburbs in the area.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Steve Wood
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Landin Smith
Landin Smith
RE/MAX Professionals
(720) 928-9626
218 Total Sales
1 in The Knolls
$975,000 Price
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Bret Weinstein
Bret Weinstein
Guide Real Estate
(720) 706-3904
244 Total Sales
2 in The Knolls
$495K - $560K Price Range
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Rudy Antle
Rudy Antle
MB Antle Properties
(720) 465-8938
41 Total Sales
1 in The Knolls
$240,000 Price
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Jennifer Stenbak
Jennifer Stenbak
Responds QuicklyCompass - Denver
(720) 730-8986
145 Total Sales
1 in The Knolls
$700,000 Price
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Erin Walser
Erin Walser
Responds QuicklyEd Prather Real Estate
(720) 780-9716
93 Total Sales
1 in The Knolls
$410,000 Price
Schools
Source:
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Clarkson Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Cherry Knolls Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Fishing
- Playground
Medema Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
DeKoevend Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Arapaho Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Abbott Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | The Knolls | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Knolls, Centennial sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in The Knolls, Centennial over the last 12 months is $670,366, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$595,000
Median Single Family Price
$918,000
Median Townhouse Price
$495,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$275,080
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$255,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$303
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
85
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$597,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-22%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
921
Median Year Built
1975
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,887
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,429
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,039
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
873
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 2711am - 1pm
$470,000
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,343 Sq Ft
- 6988 S Knolls Way
- New 2 days ago
Welcome to 6988 S Knolls Way, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome nestled in the desirable Knolls West community of Centennial, Colorado. This 1,343-square-foot residence seamlessly combines modern upgrades with timeless charm, offering a comfortable and stylish living experience.Upon entering, you're greeted by an abundance of natural light that highlights the plush carpeting
Trisha Karstetter Spirit Bear Realty
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Sunday, Apr 2710:30am - 1:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$475,000
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,334 Sq Ft
- 7077 S Knolls Way
- New 2 days ago
Buyers will fall in LOVE with this interior unit townhome in The Knolls West, a quiet community near The Streets of Southglenn. This spacious floorplan offers 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, a two car garage, AND two private patios. The living room has a nice sunny eastern exposure, overlooking the expanded fenced in deck (patio furniture stays) and mature landscaping beyond. The front of the home
Mary Vielhauer MB Vielhauer Realty Inc
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$950,000
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,537 Sq Ft
- 3706 E Easter Dr
Seller is motivated!! Exquisitely updated two-story tucked into a peaceful, private corner lot in The Knolls! This stunning four-bedroom, three-bath home offers supreme livability with curated updates inside and out. Soaring vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light enhance the living room, where bright windows and a modern gas fireplace create an inviting ambiance. The sophisticated formal
Emily Lonborg The Steller Group, Inc
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$549,987
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 1,894 Sq Ft
- 2540 E Geddes Place
A Rare Find! Spacious & well thought out Townhome in a Prime Location - Welcome to The Knolls West Townhomes!Don't miss this incredible opportunity! This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom townhome offers a 2-car garage, a private outdoor space, and a fantastic layout designed for everyday functionality, with stylish finishes!Step inside to the free flowing living room that features a large bay window and
Sarah Larson Armor Real Estate
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,482
Median Age
48
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,160
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,469
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
60.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
77''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Centennial
Suburban Centennial community close to recreation and retail
Cherry Knolls
Close-knit suburb of Denver with ample recreation and an esteemed school district
The Highlands 460
Rich in outdoor adventure, with several parks, trails and golf course nearby
Forest Park
South suburb of Denver with a strong, small-town sense of community
Southglenn
Suburban enclave surrounded by shopping, dining and outdoor hotspots
Heritage Greens
Suburban community with quality sports facilities and views of the golf course
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