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Columbine Hills

Columbine Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Littleton, Colorado

Arapahoe County 80128

$628,462 Average Value
$339 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Chatfield Reservoir’s northern neighbor

Cul-de-sacs curve around green spaces, stretched from Columbine Hills’ center to the Chatfield Reservoir directly south of the neighborhood. “When you think about Denver, the Front Range and the foothills are like the beach anywhere else — the closer you get, the more expensive it gets. That’s why people typically move here, so they can go hiking, skiing and camping,” says Chad Cabalka, a broker with RE/MAX Professionals with over 15 years of experience. “A lot of that area has become high in price, and Columbine Hills having affordable options for detached single-family homes that were well built is a big reason people move here.” Trails weave throughout the neighborhood, and the Colorado state Highway 470 hugs the southern stretch, connecting the community with additional recreation and retail options. Cabalka notes that some may leave their homes unlocked without worry. In fact, Columbine Hills’ CAP Index Crime Score is a 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.

Go to Chatfield for kite-boarding in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
Go to Chatfield for kite-boarding in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
Chatfield is the local beach in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
Chatfield is the local beach in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
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Schooling from Columbine Hills Elementary to Columbine High

Jeffco Schools District No. R-1 serves the Columbine Hills neighborhood, beginning in kindergarten at Columbine Hills Elementary School. This kindergarten through fifth-grade school and Ken Caryl Middle School, where students attend from sixth through eighth grade, earn a grade of B from Niche. Columbine High School earns an A grade from Niche. The high school’s Advanced Placement (AP) Capstone Diploma Program sets students on course to earn enough college credits to enter college with sophomore status.

Columbine Hills Elementary School on a warm summer day.
Columbine Hills Elementary School on a warm summer day.
Columbine High School has incredible outdoor sports facilities.
Columbine High School has incredible outdoor sports facilities.
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Playing catch and cruising down Chatfield Reservoir

Columbine Hills Park stretches across the neighborhood’s center, with three baseball fields scattered across the open space. The Massey Draw Regional Trail’s concrete path cuts through the park, connecting Columbine Hills’ east side to Columbine Sports Park on the west side. Baseball games continue at the sports park, and children climb the rock wall and playground equipment across the fields. “Colorado – especially Denver – is technically a high mountain desert, so we don’t have a ton of places where water sports are available, but one of the main and biggest ones is Chatfield Reservoir, which is only a few miles away,” Cabalka says. Boaters cruise along the water’s surface and pick up speed when pulling water skiers. The reservoir also fills with fishing lines cast from docks and paddleboards in non-swimming areas. As a high mountain desert, some areas of Denver are subjected to heightened fire risk, including Columbine Hills.

In Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO you can enjoy little league.
In Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO you can enjoy little league.
Adjacent to Chatfield reservoir in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
Adjacent to Chatfield reservoir in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
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Celebrations in Clement Park

Clement Park, 3 miles north, is the main host of celebrations. The park’s calendar of events is well-attended, Cabalka shares. “Typically, in the summer, they have events every weekend, like Unicorn Festival, where the park is packed with every little girl dressed as Elsa,” Cabalka says. Red, White & You is one of the most anticipated events, where an estimated 35,000 people come from across Littleton to listen to live music, eat fried fair foods and stare in awe at the fireworks display when night falls.

Catch the sun at Clement Park right near Columbine Hills
Catch the sun at Clement Park right near Columbine Hills
Run, walk or bike along the 1.4 mile loop trail surround the lake at Robert F. Clement Park.
Run, walk or bike along the 1.4 mile loop trail surround the lake at Robert F. Clement Park.
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Stocking shelves and grabbing slices at Southside Pizzeria

The Columbine Knolls Village shopping center is the closest stop for errand runs, with groceries at the King Soopers and medicine cabinet necessities at Walgreens. Southside Pizzeria is a local casual Italian spot in the shopping center, slicing and serving pizzas alongside craft beers and over 200 whiskies. A drive east along West Chatfield Avenue — past where it turns into South Platte Canyon Road — leads to the captivating aroma of spices and smoke coming from Hogback BBQ & Grill. This local restaurant piles trays with brisket served alongside four sauce options to complement the hints of hickory infused into the meat.

Enjoy the local pizzeria In Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
Enjoy the local pizzeria In Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
King Soopers Located at Columbine Knolls Village
King Soopers Located at Columbine Knolls Village
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Columbine Hills subdivision traditional and contemporary homes

Traditional homes covered with brick and wood siding line cul-de-sacs throughout the Columbine Hills subdivision. These houses and neighboring ranch-style, built between the 1970s and 1990s, list between $500,000 and $958,000. Paved driveways extend from the street to attached garages, with street parking accessible whenever hosting a backyard barbeque. Contemporary townhouses dot the eastern edge of the Columbine Hills subdivision in the Millbrook community, listing between $360,000 for a one-bedroom and $435,000 for a three-bedroom.

iIn Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO you'll find sprawling open spaces, lush and green.
iIn Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO you'll find sprawling open spaces, lush and green.
Adjacent to Chatfield reservoir in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
Adjacent to Chatfield reservoir in Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO.
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Roundabout, Columbine Trail and the light rail

West Chatfield Avenue curves around Columbine Hills’ southern edge, meeting the exit for Colorado state Highway 470 and the start of South Platte Canyon Road at a roundabout. The Columbine Trail runs parallel to this route, connecting north with the Massey Draw Regional Trail for bike trips through the park. The Regional Transportation District’s light rail picks up Denver commuters at the Littleton-Mineral Station, a 3-mile drive east.

In Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO you can grab a run, no matter your age.
In Columbine Hills, Littleton, CO you can grab a run, no matter your age.
The Lightrail will whisk you away just a drive to Columbine Hills.
The Lightrail will whisk you away just a drive to Columbine Hills.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

52 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Columbine Hills US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$585,000
Median Single Family Price
$629,000
Median Townhouse Price
$410,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$339
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
107
Months of Supply
0.90
Median List Price
$625,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,495
Median Year Built
1971
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,042
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,327
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
3,751
Median Age
44
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$111,175
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,126

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.5%
College Graduates
41.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
77''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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