For those looking for a neighborhood with close proximity to downtown and the tech center that features larger homes and lots, the Hampden area should be on your radar.

There are six parks in the area that give residents plenty of open space, and the neighborhood offers convenident access to the 71-mile High Line Canal Trail for walkers, hikers, and cyclists.

Hampden is also very accessible to other areas like Cherry Creek. The light rail offers options to get to downtown or to the Tech Center, and neighbors know the secret side streets and back roads to use to avoid the hassle of heavy traffic on I-25.

Most of the homes in Hampden were built in the 1960s and 1970s, and many have undergone renovations making them feel newer and more modern. The neighborhood offers one and two-story homes in addition to a mix of townhomes and condos.

There are several popular areas within Hampden including Three Fountains, Cherry Creek Meadows, and Wellshire East. All feature a mix of homes with great curb appeal and easy access to parks.

Single-family homes generally cost between $600,000 and $700,000, while the average condo cost is around $285,000. Nothing here stays on the market long, with most properties receiving offers quickly after listing.

Buyers in the Hampden neighborhood are typically first-time homebuyers ready to become homeowners. They buy both single-family homes and condos. And with today’s home prices in the Denver metro area, a condo may be the best option for many buyers who want a home.

Ready to check out all Hampden has to offer? Contact Metrowest today – we’d love to show you around!