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North Alameda

North Alameda

Suburban Neighborhood in Lakewood, Colorado

Jefferson County 80226

$541,904 Average Value
$344 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

Illustrious commercial districts, growing art scene and excellent schools in North Alameda

Adjacent to one of the city’s most illustrious commercial districts, North Alameda is bordered by some of Lakewood’s most extravagant shopping strips. In Belmar, residents walk to the active nightlife, browse interesting shops and discover new flavors in mouthwatering menu items. Students in North Alameda take classes at one of the most prestigious high schools in the state. Through an up-and-coming arts scene and an active community, North Alameda caters to vastly different lifestyles in the center of Lakewood.

North Alameda is a popular neighborhood located in Lakewood, CO..
North Alameda is a popular neighborhood located in Lakewood, CO..
Route 119 as it heads north on the west side of North Alameda
Route 119 as it heads north on the west side of North Alameda
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Belmar, an exciting new Lakewood downtown

Shoppers can walk across Alameda Avenue to Belmar, a walkable retail district with 22 city blocks of local businesses, eateries and name-brand boutiques in brownstone storefronts. Residents can lace up the skates at Roller City or see a flick at Cinemark Century Bel Mar. This is a vital part of Lakewood’s downtown scene. “There wasn’t ever a central downtown. So Lakewood recently has built this Belmar area, and they try to build the community up around that area,” says D D Rockwell, an area local and Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in Denver. “It feels like an old downtown. That’s where they’ve fabricated the core of the city.” North Alameda’s western border is Wadsworth Boulevard, which offers an extravagant retail and entertainment scene with three primary shopping centers. The Alameda Crossing shopping center, in the neighborhood’s southeast corner, offers ethnic cuisines and groceries like Viet Hoa Supermarket. The Fairfield Commons houses shops, businesses and restaurants dispersed around the intersection of Wadsworth and West First Avenue. Residents can pick up groceries at Sprouts Farmers Market in the Fairfield Commons or Whole Foods Market in Belmar, both on Wadsworth Boulevard. Breakfast is served at the Lookin Good Restaurant and Lounge, which has Greek and Mexican specialties in an Elvis-themed diner that has been open for over 40 years. There’s no better place to hang out on a Friday night than Rock Wood Fired Pizza, a bar with microbrews, rock music and brick-oven pies. Visitors of the Lakewood City Commons can watch a theater production at the Lakewood Cultural Center, further south on Wadsworth Boulevard, shop at box stores like Old Navy or pick up groceries at King Soopers.

Belmar in North Alameda just celebrated it's 20 year anniversary.
Belmar in North Alameda just celebrated it's 20 year anniversary.
North Alameda is just steps away from the Century Movie Theatre in Belmar.
North Alameda is just steps away from the Century Movie Theatre in Belmar.
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Brick ranch homes from the 50s and 60s

With brick ranches, split levels and Tudors, home prices range from $550,000 to $700,000. Most homes in North Alameda were built in the 1950s and 60s. Homes typically sell after only 24 days on the market, compared to the national average of 42 days. Despite having a vibrant retail scene, single-family homes dominate the property mix. However, 44% of neighborhood residents rent their residences. Crime is slightly above the national average, with an overall score of 5 out of 10 compared to the national average score of 4, according to the CAP Index.

The streets of North Alameda are lined with modest ranch style homes.
The streets of North Alameda are lined with modest ranch style homes.
You will find many brick ranch style homes in the North Alameda neighborhood.
You will find many brick ranch style homes in the North Alameda neighborhood.
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Cider Days Festival and the Lakewood Cultural Center

Cider Days Festival is an annual harvest celebration featuring apple-flavored treats, a straw bale maze and a petting zoo. Locals can take pottery classes at the Washington Heights Arts Center. INSPIRE Arts Lakewood is a series of weekly art exhibits and community engagement activities at the arts centers around town, like the Washington Heights Arts Center or the Lakewood Cultural Center. This neighborhood is 10 miles from the Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre, where people can hike and watch big-name artists perform in an outdoor venue surrounded by mountainous desert terrain. The Arts Along the Corridor is a showcase series of sculptures and murals that continue to expand the neighborhood’s art scene around Alameda Avenue.

North Alameda residents are within walking distance of the Lakewood Cultural Center.
North Alameda residents are within walking distance of the Lakewood Cultural Center.
The Washington Heights Arts Center is located in the North Alameda neighborhood.
The Washington Heights Arts Center is located in the North Alameda neighborhood.
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Walking in O'Kane Park and the Gold Crown Foundation

O’Kane Park is a central landmark in North Alameda. With paved walking paths and benches around a large pond, the park offers a playground, sports fields and hard tennis courts. Kids of all ages can join recreational leagues and tournaments at the Gold Crown Foundation, a sports complex providing programs to over 15,000 kids annually. In addition to sports like basketball and hockey, the center also offers mindfulness and yoga programs to the public. Baseball leagues with the foundation play on turf at the Keli McGregor Field at Coca-Cola All-Star Park. Pet owners will enjoy the wide-open fields at Washington Heights Park. Southwest in the Belmar Park neighborhood, locals can visit the Colorado Fallen Firefighters Memorial, the Museum and the grassy trails at the Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park. Further west, Addenbrooke Park is one of the most popular community spaces in Lakewood, with exercise facilities and bridle trails for horseback riding. Residents can see the green fairways of the Lakewood Country Club across the 6th Avenue Freeway.

O'Kane Park is quite popular with the North Alameda residents.
O'Kane Park is quite popular with the North Alameda residents.
North Alameda's Gold Crown Foundation is preparing kids for the game of life.
North Alameda's Gold Crown Foundation is preparing kids for the game of life.
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Top 20 education at Lakewood High School

Kids can attend South Lakewood Elementary School with a B-minus overall Niche grade. South Lakewood has a backyard community garden that students can tend to through the SLE club. Creighton Middle School holds a B-minus overall grade, and students can take STEM or media production courses as an elective. Lakewood High School is the #2 best public high school in the county and is among the Top 20 in Colorado with an A overall grade. Students at Lakewood High can join the mock trial club, the creative writing club or the rocket club.

South Lakewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakewood.
South Lakewood Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lakewood.
Creighton Middle School is a public middle school in Lakewood.
Creighton Middle School is a public middle school in Lakewood.
Lakewood High School is a public high school in Eiber boasting a tiger mascot.
Lakewood High School is a public high school in Eiber boasting a tiger mascot.
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Short trip to downtown Denver

North Alameda is somewhat walkable. The Discover Alameda sidewalk path stretches 5 miles from Creighton to Barnum. Cyclists will appreciate the bike lanes on 1st Avenue and Harlan Street. Commuters can take the RTD bus from stops along Wadsworth Boulevard, 1st Avenue and Teller Street. The light rail runs parallel to 13th Avenue, and locals can catch the train at the station, 3 miles north in the Molholm/Two Creeks neighborhood. North Alameda is 6 miles west of downtown Denver, and the Denver International Airport is 27 miles northeast.

The North Alameda neighborhood has many bike lanes.
The North Alameda neighborhood has many bike lanes.
The residents of North Alameda have easy access to public transportation.
The residents of North Alameda have easy access to public transportation.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Denver International

41 min drive

Bus

W Alameda Ave & S Pierce St

Bus

W Alameda Ave & S Depew St

Bus

W Alameda Ave & S Harlan St

Bus

S Teller St & W Archer Pl

Bus

Wadsworth Blvd & W 4th Ave

Bus

W Alameda Ave & S Lamar St

Bus

S Teller St & W Bayaud Ave

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Alameda US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$506,000
Median Single Family Price
$550,000
Median Townhouse Price
$405,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$344
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
157
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$534,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,934
Median Year Built
1958
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,663
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,552
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
829
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
686
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
7,519
Median Age
38
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$64,906
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,074

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
80.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.5%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
66''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

35 / 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.

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