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Arvada:Arvada, Colorado is located near Denver within close proximity to Denver International Airport, the Downtown Denver business district, and mountain communities. It is accessible via three interstate highways: I-70, I-76 and I-25. Arvada residents enjoy beautiful views of mountains, lakes, and valleys with easy access to mountain recreation and activities. Arvada is also known for its quality parks and trail systems which link downtown Denver to the foothills.Arvada still maintains its cherished hometown feel. From the rich historical culture to the shared community pride, Arvada combines the comforts of today's society with the best of the past. Quiet neighborhoods, a diverse business mix, and the restoration of historic landmarks keep this metro enclave vibrant and healthy. Even with its strong historical roots, Arvada is known to be one of the most progressive cities in the Denver Metro area. With an estimated 103,400 population, Arvada enjoys a strong civic leadership that understands, values, and supports a positive business climate while balancing quality of life and community growth. | |
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Aurora:The City of Aurora is just to the east of Denver and is in both Adams and Arapahoe Counties. Aurora has homes for every price range and type...from condos & townhomes to single family residences and acreages. Aurora Public Schools and Cherry Creek Schools both serve the Aurora area, and the Cherry Creek School District has received much acclaim over the last 10 years. Travel and commuting from Aurora is easy with I-70 on the northern end, the E-470 toll way along the east side and Colfax running all the way across the city into Denver and beyond. Both E-470 and Pena Boulevard offer access to DIA and make it an easy trip from anywhere in the city. | |
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Brighton:Brighton is located just 20 miles northeast of downtown Denver on the edge of the eastern Colorado plains. A small town atmosphere and rich cultural and historic roots makes Brighton an ideal place to live, work and play. Brighton's continued growth is assured with it's now easy access to the E-470 toll road which connects I-25 to the north and I-70 to the south. This new freeway brings distant Brighton even closer to Denver.Housing opportunities range from Planned Communities to custom homes on acreage. The terrain is rolling plains; a home on top of a hill will have an awesome view of the front range of the Rocky Mountains. | |
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Broomfield:Broomfield sits just northwest of Denver, on the way to Boulder. Broomfield offers many attractions...it is just minutes from the foothills, has beautiful views from many areas of the city and many parks and lakes, is in close proximity to the growing tech center of Boulder and has a limit on the number of new homes being built each year. Because of this, Broomfield has seen a rise in home prices and fewer homes are on the market.The Broomfield city council voted unanimously to limit to 300 the number of new homes that may be built each year in their city limits. This has had both a positive and negative effect on residents as prices have increased, but availability of affordable homes had decreased. | |
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Boulder:Whether at work, rest or play, Boulder offers something for everyone. It’s a Mecca for start-ups and dotcoms. It’s on the cutting edge of technology and industry. It has been a pioneer in the areas of natural foods and holistic healing. For every techie there’s a yogi. And for every season, there is a reason to love Boulder.Boulder has earned a well-deserved reputation for a great quality of life. From a dynamic arts community and the many cultural events offered throughout the year, to the educational endeavors taking place at The University of Colorado and in our public schools, Boulder sets and maintains a high standard of living. In Boulder, the entrepreneurial spirit lives on. Once known mostly for its think tanks and scientific achievements, Boulder is also now home to start-up companies, internet companies, and venture capitalists. Boulder’s dynamic economy is supported by computer, aerospace, scientific, and research firms. Hiking, biking, running, rollerblading, skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, rock climbing, canoeing, back-county trekking. Whatever your sport or hobby, Boulder offers a season and a place to enjoy the great outdoors. After seeing Boulder's population double in the 1960's, the citizens decided to maintain the city's small town charm by instituting a unique growth plan that limits growth to 2% a year. Prices are higher than average for the Denver Metro area. | |
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Castle Rock:Located midway between Denver and Colorado Springs, Castle Rock occupies 33 square miles, is the home to the Outlets at Castle Rock, and is the seat of Douglas County.The Town lies at an elevation of 6,202 feet, in the Plum Creek Valley along Interstate 25 at the base of the Rocky Mountains. The climate is known to be one of the best in the nation with more than 300 days of sunshine, clear blue skies and less than 15 inches of precipitation each year. Incorporated in 1881, Castle Rock offers a charming historic downtown, along with great amenities and excellent housing. | |
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Centennial:The City of Centennial is what is known as a mayor-council style statutory city. This classification, in contrast to a home-rule city, limits the authority that the city exercises, primarily in the area of taxes and tax collection.Centennial is located in the southern Denver metropolitan area, entirely within Arapahoe County and is adjacent to the cities and towns of Aurora, Englewood, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch (unincorporated Douglas County), Littleton, Lone Tree, and Parker. Centennial encompasses 27.9 square miles, or 17,832 acres. With approximately 103,000 residents and 36,200 households, Centennial is the fourth largest city in the Denver Metro Area. Two public school districts serve Centennial residents: Littleton Public Schools and Cherry Creek School District Home prices vary greatly in this new city since it incorporated such a wide area, but you can find very reasonably priced homes to high-end luxury homes within the city boundaries. | |
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Conifer:Nestled in the foothills of the Colorado Rockies, 15 miles southwest of Denver, Conifer shares a way of life that is special. The explosion of wild flowers each spring and summer carpets the fields and hillsides in multi-colored splendor. Groves of aspen trees, trademarks of the high country, with their brilliant displays of gold and blazing orange, inspire each autumn. Towering forests of blue spruce, pine and fir provide a serene habitat for deer, elk, fox, rabbit, other wildlife and birds that also call Conifer home.As roads intersect, towns often evolve. That is the case with the towns of Conifer, Pine Junction and Bailey, also known as the Conifer Corridor. This area is how most people view Colorado should look, tree covered mountains with spectacular views! The Jefferson County and Park County school district provide excellent educational facilities for elementary through high school age students. Free bus service is provided for student transportation. | |
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Commerce City:Commerce City is a growing community of more than 50 square miles. The "Northern Range" area of the city provides 43 square miles of growth corridors for business and residential development amid some of Colorado's greatest natural resources, including the Rocky Mountain National Wildlife Refuge, Barr Lake State Park, the Prairie Gateway area, and numerous trails, open spaces and wildlife preserves.Just eight miles from downtown Denver, 25 miles from the Denver Technology Center and adjacent to Denver International Airport (DIA), Commerce City is uniquely positioned for business success and a place where residents can enjoy vista views of the front range with easy access to many of Denver’s finest offerings. | |
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Denver:Although many people think of snow when they think of Denver, the truth is the mountains get most of the snow with occasional storms in the city itself. Even when Denver does get snowstorms, they are over soon and the snow melts within days. This is because Denver has over 300 days of sunshine a year. Denver enjoys all 4 seasons, but none of them are terribly harsh.Over the past decade Denver has enjoyed a renaissance. Juisty a few of the new additions to the city include: Denver International Airport, a world class international airport; Invesco Field at Mile High, the new Bronco football; Coors Field, a baseball park for the Colorado Rockies; and the Pepsi Center, a massive entertainment facility and home of the Stanley Cup winning Colorado Avalanche. Denver Economy The variety of industries that make a home in Denver include: telecommunications, aerospace, financial services, computer software, biomedical. They and many other high tech sectors offer employment here. Major employers in Denver include: Comcast, Level 3 Communications, Qwest Communications, Lockheed Martin, Xcel Energy and Sun Microsystems. Denver Real Estate The cost of living in Denver is less than most major cities in the U.S. but higher than many. Housing availability is currently very good, with single family homes beginning in the high $100,000’s and going up from there. Denver accommodates a variety of lifestyles in homes from lofts, condos/townhomes and high rises to single family homes. Downtown Denver: Also known as the Central Business District, the area between Broadway, Colfax, 20th, and Speer encompasses the real Downtown Denver. This is a place where shiny skyscrapers, tourist attractions and upscale restaurants sit alongside historic landmarks like the State Capitol, the Emily Griffith Opportunity School and the Denver Press Club. This area is also home to the Denver Performing Arts Complex, a string of charming hotels and the 16th Street Mall. Downtown residents enjoy historically renovated-lofts and condos as their primary dwelling style. Nearby amenities include several athletic clubs, the Denver Public Library, Civic Center Park and the Paramount Theater, all within walking distance. | |
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Englewood:Like most of the communities in Denver, Englewood owes its initial development to the discovery of gold. Today’s Englewood is a distinct reflection of its colorful history. While there is still a focus on transportation, education, and the arts, developments are rising from the ground to help boost the area’s economy. Englewood boasts more jobs and businesses per square mile than any other city in the Rocky Mountain region.Englewood offers an array of arts and entertainment amenities. Englewood’s elected officials have placed an emphasis on art throughout the community, welcoming public art displays and encouraging performances of music, theater, and dance. Recreational amenities abound in Englewood. The community boasts 11 parks, nine athletic fields, an award-winning recreation center, a first-class golf course, one of the most successful senior centers in the region, and the popular Pirates Cove Aquatics Center. | |
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Evergreen:Nestled in the mountains just outside of Denver, Evergreen is both beautiful and vibrant. Enjoy the mountain parks, hiking, biking, theater, musical entertainment, shopping, senior activities and fabulous dining.At an elevation of 7,200 feet, Evergreen’s climate offers relief from the hot summers, with temperatures ranging from the high 70's to the low 80's. Winters are surprisingly mild, usually in the mid 40's to 50’s degrees. Evergreen enjoys Colorado's sunny days with an average of 296 days of sunshine. The center of Evergreen is just 45 minutes from downtown Denver, 50 minutes from the Denver Tech Center and 70 minutes from Denver International Airport. It is also boasts a quick drive to ski country of only 60 - 70 minutes! | |
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Golden:Golden is the county seat of Jefferson County and is on the western edge of the metro area at the base of the foothills. Golden is easily accessed from the Denver area via several major roadways, including I-70, C-470, US Highway 6 and State Highway 58. Due to the popularity of its location, home prices are higher than average but many offer beautiful views of the city or foothills or both!Golden is very proud of its major employer, Adolph Coors Brewery. In fact, Coors offers tours of the brewery that are a lot of fun. Two other major attractions located in Golden are the Colorado School of Mines and Heritage Square, which offers an alpine slide and other outdoor attractions. | |
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Greenwood Village:Fifty years ago, Greenwood Village was a land strewn with farms, dairies, gravel roads, and a population of 500 residents. Today, those rural elements have been preserved with the addition of a developed, dynamic blend of urban and residential areas, and nationally recognized business parks that contribute to the well being of the Village.The eastern section of Greenwood Village houses multiple covenant controlled subdivisions while the western section has much open space and is "almost rural". Both sides are flanked by the areas most expensive real estate in south metro Denver. The Denver Technological Center is located in Greenwood Village, and is the home of hundreds of businesses. | |
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Highlands Ranch:Highlands Ranch is one of the newer areas in metro area (build-out started in the 80’s) and is home to one of the largest Home Owner Associations in the country. With over 28,000 homes, 19 parks and 2,000 acres of natural open space, Highlands Ranch is a desired destination for many people looking to buy a home. It is divided into four main areas; Northridge, Southridge, Eastridge and Westridge. Located at the south end of the metro area, there is something for everyone in Highlands Ranch properties; condominiums, townhomes and single family residences.Highlands Ranch offers 4 recreation centers for use by its residents and membership is included in the HOA fees. These centers are large, first-class facilities that offer any and every type of workout equipment, classes, trainers, pools and monthly programs for both children and adults. The housing market in Highlands Ranch has been very stable and offers every size and price range from a small condominium to a large custom home. | |
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Lafayette:Nestled on the high plains of the spectacular Rocky Mountains, Lafayette offers a rich natural environment, popular summer and winter sports, abundant leisure activities, and a variety of superior educational opportunities. Located northwest of Denver, Lafayette offers a diverse housing market, from condos to million-dollar estates. Its proximity to Denver is convenient to many high tech firms. | |
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Lakewood:Lakewood is nestled between Denver and the foothills. It is the fourth largest city in Colorado and only a few minutes drive from the mountains. Many neighborhoods have expansive views of the city lights or the inspiring snow-capped Rocky Mountains. It is a good home choice for people wanting to be "up close" to the mountains, yet convenient to work in the Denver area.The largest employer in Lakewood is the Federal Center, a huge complex of federal offices and warehouses. Lakewood gained national recognition for innovations in municipal government when it was named runner-up in the All America City competition in 1970, just one year after the city's incorporation. | |
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Littleton:Littleton is the county seat for Arapahoe County, which has a population of over 442,000. The city is known for its beautifully restored turn-of-the-century downtown buildings, Town Hall Arts Center and the Littleton Historical Museum. It is the 14 acre site of two living history farms that are fashioned after the lifestyles of Colorado's early-day settlers. The city has many recreational opportunities. South Platte Park, South Platte River, High Line Canal Trail, Lee Gulch, Arapahoe Greenway and Carson Nature center provide outdoor folks with opportunities to boat, bike, hike, swim, skate, golf, ride horses and play baseball, softball and soccer.There are 26 neighborhood parks, three golf courses, a two-rink enclosed ice arena, two indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a multi-purpose recreation center. In addition, there are over thirty miles of bike trails through residential areas plus almost twenty miles of biking or walking trails along the High Line Canal Trail. Denver's RTD light rail travels through Littleton to Santa Fe and Mineral. This mode of transportation is a favorite with downtown commuters and everyone who wants to make a trip to Denver an easy one. | |
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Louisville:The City of Louisville is a Colorado municipality with approximately 19,000 residents. It is located in Boulder County roughly six miles east of the City of Boulder and 25 miles northwest of Denver.At this time, the City owns, alone and in conjunction with other governmental entities, approximately 1700 acres of designated open space. The residential size of the City is not likely to grow significantly as there is little room. Commercial and industrial growth are expected, however, as there is room for both in Centennial Valley and the Colorado Tech Center. | |
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Lone Tree:Lone Tree is located south of Denver in Douglas County. Less than 20 miles from downtown Denver, it’s a short drive to see major league sporting events and world-class theatrical and musical performances. Denver International Airport (DIA) is less than 25 miles from Lone Tree, providing commuting convenience for business or leisure travelers.Douglas County features top rated schools, excellent shopping and outstanding recreation opportunities that lure newcomers to the region every year. With 39 million square feet of office space, employment of more than 300,000 people and an economic output of close to 25% of the state total, the county attracts small and large businesses including CH2MHill, Invesco and First Data. Park Meadows Mall, the most successful shopping complex in the area, houses favorites including Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Foley's and a large variety of specialty stores. Lone Tree neighborhoods are generally considered up-scale. Heritage Estates is a private, gated golf community with prices starting well over $500,000. Other homes in Lone Tree are above area averages and include single family and townhomes or condominiums. Lone Tree is a popular choice for business executives desiring convenience and a nice neighborhood to call home. | |
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Morrison:Morrison is a small but thriving town whose major industries are tourism and margaritas -- especially in the summer. Visitors come for the restaurants, rocks, and/or rock concerts. They may be passing through on their way to and from the spectacular high peaks to the west, or they may come to Morrison for the day or a whole weekend away from the city, just as they did in Morrison's earliest days.Located in Morrison is the famous "Red Rocks" amphitheater built by the town's namesake, George Morrison in 1860. The famous amphitheater began as a stone quarry. The native sandstone is of great quality and much of it was used during the 1900's to build the beautiful red rock homes in Denver. Today, the amphitheater welcomes world famous entertainers. | |
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Parker:Parker is located 20 miles southeast of Denver, and is the perfect destination for people who want beautiful Front Range vistas and small-town feel while having all the modern-day conveniences. Although Parker is currently one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, it has worked hard to keep its small town flavor and atmosphere. While there has been significant growth through new housing developments and commercial infiltration, the Parker governmental agencies and residents are striving to insure that this beautiful rural area is not spoiled by over-building and lack of planning. Beautiful walking and biking trails and equestrian facilities abound in the Parker vicinity.Other amenities in the area include a recreation center, a new public library and three golf courses: the Canterberry Golf Course, Pradera Golf Course and the Pinery Country Club. There is also the new skate park located near the Parker Recreation Center! | |
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Thornton:Thornton is a diverse community with a strong commitment to quality of life and environmental issues. The Denver metropolitan area in which Thornton is ideally located has consistently ranked as one of the most desirable areas to live in the United States.Located approximately 10 miles north of downtown Denver, the community's location adjacent to Interstate 25 provides an excellent high visibility area for businesses while providing easy access to various transportation routes. In addition, as the eastern-most suburb of the North Denver area, Thornton is located closer to the Denver International Airport than virtually any other point in the metropolitan area. With lots of home building and development, Thornton offers a wide range of home prices and styles and is an easy commute to Downtown Denver. Thornton is served primarily by two school districts (Adams County and Brighton) encompassing four high schools, five middle schools and fourteen elementary schools. Thornton has aggressively pursued recreation programs with nearly 1,000 acres of land developed or designated for public parks. The numerous lighted tennis courts, athletic fields, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, recreation centers and gymnasiums offer recreation opportunities for people of all ages and activity levels. | |
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Westminster:Westminster is a growing suburban community that offers a wide choice of housing, excellent schools, and public facilities. With direct access to major highways, Westminster's central location between Denver and Boulder puts it within easy reach of major business centers, retail centers, and a variety of entertainment and recreational facilities. Activities in Denver or Boulder are a 20 minute drive in either direction and the drive from Westminster to Denver International Airport takes approximately 30 minutes.The motto of Westminster is "Delivering Exceptional Value and Quality of Life". With this as your motto, you know you have a community that is focused on the best for its citizens...maybe that is why so many people in the Denver area love calling Westminster home. | |
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Wheat Ridge:The City of Wheat Ridge, Colorado is a community of 30,000 people in Jefferson County, just west of Denver. The city is served by Interstate I-70, as it curves toward the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Primarily a residential city, Wheat Ridge also has five retail centers, several unique small industries, an Enterprise Zone and more than 20 parks, equestrian trails and open space. Home prices are reasonable in this area and many people love the proximity to the Mountains and easy access to all they have to offer. | |
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