While some Coloradans are heading back to the office, some residents are calling it quits permanently and opting for retirement. So where are the best places to enjoy your golden years in the Centennial state? Hashtag Colorado Life breaks it down for us with this list that takes into consideration affordability, outdoor accessibility, year-round festivals, and easy access to healthcare facilities.

1.     Holly Hills
Located between downtown Denver and the Denver Tech Center, Holly Hills has been rated as a rare “triple crown”. It boasts the best place to live in Colorado, the best place to raise a family, and the best place to retire in the state. Anyone who lives in Holly Hills is said to enjoy the proximity to the light rail, Highline Canal, and nearby shopping centers, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops.

2.     Fort Collins
In the past, Fort Collins was an overlooked town for retirees in favor of bigger cities like Denver or Colorado Springs. These days though, Fort Collins holds its own by being listed in the top 5 best places to live in the United States by U.S. News. This town is also known to locals as the Napa Valley of craft beer, which produces about 70% of Colorado’s craft beer.

3.     Estes Park
If you want access to some of Colorado’s most rugged landscape with lots of privacy, then you will love living in Estes Park. Of the 6,300 people who live in Estes Park more than 40% of the population are seniors with a median age of 59 years old. Thanks to its proximity to Rocky Mountain National Park, there is a never-ending list of things to do in Estes Park. There are hundreds of hiking trails, day trip excursions, and local classes that are perfect for retirees.

4.     Pueblo
Pueblo makes the list of the best places to retire in Colorado due to its affordability while still being close to the mountains. The Arkansas River runs through Pueblo and the Historic Riverwalk is located downtown with local shops, restaurants, and bars. If you want to retire close to the mountains but still want an affordable place to live, then Pueblo is a great choice!

5.     Monument
Monument, Colorado stands out on this list thanks to great access to healthcare with more than 14 medical facilities and senior living communities in the area. The city itself is small, spreading out over 6.8 square miles, but thanks to its proximity to Colorado Springs, you get to enjoy the small-town lifestyle with big city amenities and all the major attractions.

If you’re recently retired or about to be, there are so many areas in Colorado to consider. Contact Metrowest today – we’d love to show you around!