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Northridge’s affluent homes and suburban lifestyle
Winding roads of beautifully maintained homes comprise most of Northridge, a sprawling suburb central to Highlands Ranch. “It was one of the first neighborhoods in Highlands Ranch and has the original houses from the 1980s. It was chosen to offer the area’s medium-level price range,” says Realtor Alan Larson with Kentwood Real Estate, who has over 40 years of experience and lives in the area. “It’s a very well-run community, and a great place to live.” Parks and schools are scattered throughout, with walking paths connecting them.
Multi-story properties from the 1980s and after
Homes in Northridge are found along sidewalk-lined cul-de-sacs and have large, well-kept lawns decorated with mature trees and shrubbery. Most of these properties are multi-story and built between the 1980s and 2000s. Some have new traditional architecture with simple vinyl exteriors, slanted roofs and a front porch area, while others sport a more contemporary design with a tucked-in garage. There are also Craftsman-inspired homes with features such as stone accents, front gables and multiple pointed roofs. Prices range between $750,000 and $1.2 million, depending on property size. A handful of Craftsman and Tudor-inspired estates in the neighborhood can cost $1.4 million to $2 million. “The value for the size of the home tends to be better in Northridge, compared to the rest of Highlands Ranch,” Larson says.
Multi-story townhouses and contemporary condos are another housing option in Northridge. These properties are smaller and go for $375,000 to $425,000.
According to Larson, Northridge residents must join the larger Highlands Ranch Community Association (HRCA) and follow its guidelines for home maintenance. This membership comes with access to the association’s recreational amenities and social events. However, Northridge itself does not have a sub association.
Northridge’s parks, recreation center and tourist attraction
Several green spaces dot the Northridge area. “There are numerous parks and athletic fields, plus miles and miles of trails that make it an active community,” Larson says. Northridge Park has a playground, baseball field and bocce ball court. The Northridge Recreation Center is part of the HRCA and offers indoor recreation facilities such a running track, tennis pavilion, golf simulator and swimming pools. Dad Clark Park is another major community park. In addition to its playground and walking trails, there’s a dog park and a community garden with 20 plots called The Potato Patch.
Other green spaces in Northridge include Diamond K Park, James G Toepfer Park and Cougar Run Park. All three have playground areas and a basketball court.
The Highlands Ranch Mansion is part of a 50-acre historic park in the neighborhood that acts as both an event venue and a tourist attraction. Visitors can attend educational lectures or take self-guided tours through the building. The mansion sits within a working ranch and is surrounded by historic barns, pastures and a windmill.
A-rated public schools in Douglas County
Northridge is zoned to four elementary schools, two middle and two high schools that fall into the Douglas County School District, which also offers choice enrollment. Northridge Elementary School earns an A grade from Niche and feeds into Mountain Ridge Middle School, which scores an A-minus. From there, students can head to the A-rated Mountain Vista High School, which offers 35 Advanced Placement and over 60 Career and Technical Education courses.
An additional pipeline includes Cougar Run Elementary School, Cresthill Middle School and Highlands Ranch High School. All three schools earn A-minus ratings.
Highlands Ranch’s nearby commercial centers
While Northridge is primarily residential, there are a handful of commercial areas on its outskirts. Village Center West is a shopping center at the intersection of University Boulevard and Highlands Ranch Parkway. There’s a King Soopers and several fast-food eateries like Chick-fil-A and Panda Express. Across the intersection, there’s a Whole Foods Market and LaMar’s Donuts and Coffee. Farther east along University, the shopping center continues on and includes national retailers like T.J. Maxx and Trek Bicycle. For more options, the Promenade Shopping Center along County Line Road has small businesses for furniture, home improvements and specialty clothing.
Highlands Ranch Shopping Center has a Safeway and sits at the intersection of Highlands Ranch Parkway and Broadway. Mici Italian is a family-owned restaurant chain with traditional Italian dishes. Other chain eateries include Wahoo’s Fish Taco and First Watch. Target and Home Depot are retailers in the area.
Traveling in and around Northridge
Northridge has walking paths that encourage recreational strolls, but traveling outside the neighborhood requires a vehicle. Commuters can access Colorado state Highway 470 and use it to connect to U.S. Route 85 or Interstate 25. Both highway systems travel about 19 miles north into downtown Denver. Additionally, the Regional Transportation District (RTD) has bus stops along S Broadway, Highlands Ranch Parkway, County Line Road and Dad Clark Drive.
UCHealth Highlands Ranch Hospital is about a mile west of the neighborhood. The Denver International Airport is roughly 40 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Springer Park
Cougar Run Park
Northridge Park
Kistler Park
Dad Clark Park
Toepfer Park
Transit
Airport
Denver International
47 min drive
Bus
S Broadway & County Line Rd
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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Windsor Way
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S University Blvd & County Line Rd Farside
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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Broadway
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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Burntwood Way
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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Venneford Ranch Rd
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Highlands Ranch Pkwy & Longfellow Ln
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northridge, Highlands Ranch sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Northridge, Highlands Ranch over the last 12 months is $787,352, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
26,093
Median Age
43
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$142,522
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$168,197
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99%
College Graduates
64.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
38''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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