The Evergreen/Conifer and surrounding communities have (literally) hundreds of various subdivisions/neighborhoods.Those desiring the I-70 commute are drawn to the NorthEvergreen area, also known as Bergen Park and Central Evergreen.Some of the most popular neighborhoods in this North/Central Evergreen area are:
Soda Creek:All the lots are 5-acre minimum in size, and most are zoned for horses.This subdivision was developed originally during the mid 70’s, with just a handful of vacant lots that have not been built on at this time.A majority of the homes are in the 4000+ square feet in size, and the price range is from approx. $700,000 to multi-millions.
The Hiwan area, which includes The Ridge at Hiwan, The Island at Hiwan, Hiwan Country Club, and Hiwan Hills, and the various neighborhoods that make up the Main Street/Central Evergreen subdivisions:
The Ridge at Hiwan – was first developed in the late 1980’s, with the most recent development of single-family homes taking place in the last 3-4 years, and contains approx. 440 single-family homes.The lot sizes vary between approx. ½ acre to just under or over 1 acre.The size of the homes vary between approx. 3800 sq. ft., up to 6000 and 7000 sq. ft..The average size is approximately 4500’ to 5000’.Prices range from approx. $550,000 to $2,000,000, with the average being between $700,000 and $1,000,000.Very family and children oriented, yet with a good mix of executive and/or empty nester couples.
The Island at Hiwan – is a gated community, with approx. 52 single family homes behind it’s gates.This subdivision was first developed during the late 1980’s, with completion of the majority of the construction occurring in the early 1990’s.The majority of the lot sizes are approx. ½ to ¾ acre in size.The average sizes of the homes are between 4000’ and 5000’, with prices ranging between $650,000 and $1,000,000.Very family oriented, with many children in the neighborhood, and a great place for children to play without fear of a lot of traffic issues, due to the gated situation.
Hiwan Country Club – This is one of the most mature neighborhoods in the North Evergreen area.First developed during the mid to late 60’s, the majority of the homes were built during the 1970’s.All single family in nature, with approx. 616 lots,ranging between ½ acre and 1.0 acre in size.The residents are a mix of retired “locals” some of whom have lived in their homes for 30+ years, to executive families with children.The draw to this area is that it has the charm of “old Evergreen”, and is considered prestigious in nature due to the Hiwan Country Club connection.The sizes of the homes range from approx. 3000’ to 5000’, averaging around 3800’- 4000’.The prices range between $450,000 and $1,000,000, with an average price of approx. $550,000-$600,000.
Hiwan Hills – is also one of the most mature neighborhoods in the North/Central Evergreen area.This was also developed largely during the 1960’s and 1970’s.All single family in nature as well, the lots sized are similar to those in the Country Club homes.This is a very eclectic mix of homes, with sizes ranging from as small as 2000’ to larger sizes of 4000’ and 5000’, a are on ½ acre to 2 acre lots.The residents are a wide mix of “locals” whom have, again, lived in their homes for 30 or more years, to families with children, to single people, all looking for the North/Central Evergreen location, at more affordable prices that range from $250,000 to $500,000.Some of the more recently built homes in this subdivision are in the $600,000 to $1,500,000 price range. Many of these homes have very big Westerly and Southwesterly views.
Main Street/Central Evergreen – this is some of the oldest area in all of Evergreen, along with the very prestigious Upper Bear Creek area, West of “downtown” Evergreen.These areas were first developed beginning in the 1920’s and 1930’s.Over the years there was continued development, creating a wide mix of styles and sizes.The residents and the prices of the homes are as varied as the home styles and sizes.Many of the sites have magnificent Mount Evans views, thus driving the prices on those homes.The Upper Bear Creek area is considered one of THE most desirable areas in all of Evergreen, with a rich and long history to match!Very individualized homes, generally large in size, with a great deal of character, the Upper Bear Creek area is virtually fully developed.One trip up this road, what looks to be headed directly at Mt. Evans, will be all you need to completely fall in love with Evergreen!
Continuing to South Evergreen via Hwy. 73, again there are many different neighborhoods, with access to Denver via Hwy. 285 and/or Hwy. C-470 to I-70.Once you are in the South Evergreen and Conifer areas, you will find that, on average, the lot sizes are more generous, the topography changes with many areas enjoying big views and privacy.A few of the most popular areas of South Evergreenare a number of subdivisions in the Brook Forest area, Evergreen Highlands, and Evergreen Meadows.
Brook Forest, and those associated subdivisions – There are quite a few separate subdivisions along Brook Forest road, as it ambles several miles going West off of Hwy. 73.Depending on the specific subdivision, homes will range in size from 1500’ to 5000’, and prices will range from $180,000 to a small, newer and gated subdivision that has custom homes priced in the millions.The age of the homes is also in a wide range, with some of the original construction going back as early as the 1920’s.The vast majority of construction was done during the 70’s and 80’s, with a good percentage of new construction during the 1990’s to recent date. Again, the residents are as varied as are the sizes and construction styles.Acreage sizes also vary, but most have at least 1 acre +.Some of the names of the subdivisions are Brook Forest Estates, Buffalo Park Estates, Blue Creek Estates, Evergreen Hills, and Alpine Hills.Again, affordability is found in any number of the neighborhoods in these areas.
Evergreen Highlands – This subdivision originally “broke ground” during the mid-60’s, as one of the three subdivisions that former Colorado Governor Roy Romer developed prior to his entering politics.The 250+ lots in this neighborhood are all on 2 acre minimums, with a few lots at 3-5 acres in size.Very individualized homes, the views will vary dramatically from site to site, depending on the exposure and location, be it on the West or East side of the subdivision – either big Mt. Evans views on the west, or fantastic “city lights” from the West/Southwest!The homes range in size between 2000’ and 4500’, averaging about 3400’ – 4000’.Prices range between $350,000 to $700,000, averaging at approx. $450,000 to $550,000.The residents are again a mix of families and executive couples/empty nesters.Very easy access to Denver via North Turkey Creek to Hwy 285 to C-470.
As a note of interest, Developer Roy Romer had a penchant for naming the streets in his developments – and in “The Highlands” they are all named after big mountains (such as Olympus, Everest, Kilimanjaro).
Evergreen Meadows – Just a mile or so further south on Hwy. 73, this is another of the three subdivisions developed by Roy Romer.Set on both sides of Hwy. 73, the right (west) side was developed first, beginning in the mid to late 60’s, with the majority of homes built during the 1970’s.These are also on 2 acre min. sites, with many in “the back” (west) side of the development boasting of very big Mt. Evans views and some larger acreages.The left (east) side of the development was built generally during the last 70’s and into the early/mid 80’s, with a few later built homes as well.The vast majority of the homes have a westerly exposure, and depending on how high up the home is, will enjoy those big Mt. Evans views as well.Prices range is between $300,000 (for some of the older/smaller homes), to over $1,000,000 for those homes with bigger views and bigger lot sizes. The average price will be approx. $450,000 to $600,000.
Once again, Roy Romer was creative with the naming of the streets in this subdivision– the street names on the West side of the “The Meadows” are all named after famous race horses (such as Sea Biscuit, War Admiral, Man-O-War), and the streets on the East side are all named after mountain animals (such as Grey Fox, Wolverine, Grizzly Way).
Moving on South to Conifer, on Hwy. 73, as joins/dead ends at Hwy. 285, the subdivisions here are vast and numerous as well.Access to Denver is directly onto Hwy. 285, going north to C-470.A couple of the most popular subdivisions in the Conifer area are Conifer Mountain, Belle Meade, and Kings Valley.
Conifer Mountain – This is the third development by Roy Romer.Covering hundreds of acres, the homes in this subdivision are set on 2-acre minimums as well, with again many homes on larger lots.And as seen in the afore mentioned areas, the views will vary widely, depending on which “side of the mountain” the homes are located.Prices range between $350,000 and $1,000,000.The vast majority of the homes are in the $400,000 - $600,000 range.Residents are very much like those as described before, a mix to say the least.Conifer Mountain experiences a higher yearly snowfall measurement than other areas, due in large part to its Southerly location and elevation as the road inclines through the neighborhood.
And yes – Roy Romer continued with his creative street naming on Conifer Mountain!!These streets are all named after his family members (Bea’s Drive – his wife, Christopher Dr., Timothy’s Dr.).
Belle Meade – This is a newer subdivision for the Conifer area, with construction starting during the mid to late 1990’s.This gated community has 10 acre min. sites, with a few that are larger in size.The homes are generally custom, with a few “spec” homes, but all in the luxury home range of $1,000,000+.Many enjoy very big views, some to the West, but for the most part to the East and South East.Exquisite and private.The residents are generally executive families, and telecommute to their jobs and/or companies that they work with.
King’s Valley – This subdivision also covers 100’s of acres, and is, for the most part, set on smaller lots, in the ½ acre range, with several that are on larger lots around 1-2 acre in size.The area was developed largely during the 80’s and 90’s, with some homes built as early as in the late 70’s.For the most part the homes all enjoy wonderful views to Pike’s Peak, and the South East part of Denver.And, again the residents are a mix of all we’ve discussed previously.Prices range from approx. $250,000 to $700,000, with the average being between $350,000 and $550,000.
Throughout any and all of these areas discussed (North and South Evergreen, Conifer, and onto Pine, Bailey, and Morrison), the topography is of a mountainous nature.Some lots will be very gentle with some or all of it being flat, while a vast majority of the lots will be made up of sloping land.As a result, you will find a majority of the homes are built in 2-3 story construction, with the lower levels being what we call “walkout lower levels”, rather than the traditional “basement” that you will find in city dwellings.The land and the trees and the wildlife are as much a part of each individual home as is the structure itself.
The various neighborhoods all have many things in common, with the primary factor being that of a strong sense of a family oriented area.The “small town” atmosphere attracts all that yearn for a sense of community and a neighborly attitude and approach to life.
For more information on the vast number or subdivisions and/or price range you might be interested in, please feel free to contact me via e-mail, fax or phone.I’d be happy to further explore with you any of the other hundreds of subdivisions you might be interested in!
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