Focus on Central Park 08.22.26
It's that time of year again; summer is winding down, back-to-school energy is in the air, and the neighborhood calendar is as packed as ever.
Before diving into this week's real estate update, I want to share a few events coming up in Central Park. First, if you have kids navigating Denver's school choice system, we're hosting two free school choice seminars with Keely Buchanan of Colorado Educational Consulting. The first will focus on preschool and elementary school, and the second will cover middle and high school. Spots are limited, so head over to this post and grab a seat while you can.
This weekend is also a big one for a favorite local hot spot. Tomorrow, the Stanley Marketplace is celebrating its 10-year anniversary with Taste of Stanley from 2-5pm. Stop over and enjoy bites, tastings, drinks, and discounts from a bunch of the vendors. I was lucky enough to be at a kickoff event last night alongside the founders, investors, Mayor Mike Coffman, and so many of the people who helped bring the Stanley to life. The energy in that room was a great reminder of just how special that place is to this community. Grab your tickets and go celebrate!
And finally, a big shoutout to all the young athletes competing in the kids' triathlon this Sunday! If you still need to pick up your race packet, the last chance is Saturday from 9:00am to 1:00pm at The Cube. We'll have a tent near the finish line, so stop by and say “hi.” Good luck and have fun!
Now on to the neighborhood real estate for the week…
Fresh inventory arrived in Central Park this week, with 21 new active listings and one coming soon. List prices range from $194,113 all the way up to $1,790,000, with a median list price of $652,000. Home sizes vary from compact condos under 1,000 square feet to sprawling homes topping 5,000 square feet, with the bulk of new listings falling in the 3-4 bedroom range. With listings spread across both the north and south sides of the neighborhood, there's plenty of fresh inventory to explore heading into the final stretch of summer. Of the new listings here are a few I thought were worthy of a highlight:
3445 Willow St: $997,000
Tucked into the Central Park North sub-neighborhood, just half a block from the 80-acre park and less than a mile from the Light Rail, this beautifully updated New Town home offers 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a rare main-level primary suite, and more than 1,000 square feet of finished basement space. Inside, you’ll find warm refinished hardwood floors, a fully remodeled kitchen with high-end cabinetry and quartz countertops, a dedicated home office, and a dining area overlooking the low-maintenance backyard with pet-friendly K9 turf and a pergola-covered patio. Enjoy the added convenience of a 2-car garage attached via a combination mud room/laundry room with custom storage cabinets, and a stacked washer/dryer. Should a buyer ever want to expand, architectural plans already exist for 2 additional bedrooms and another full bath on the upper level. Listed by yours truly, Kailee Ackerman with Focus Real Estate.
Open Houses: Saturday 8/22 12:00-2:00 & Sunday 8/23 11:00-1:00
9052 E 35th Ave: $1,249,900
Set on a tree-lined street in the heart of Central Park, this exceptional Parkwood home has been thoughtfully remodeled with an unmistakable attention to quality; from the crown molding and wainscoting to the spectacular chef's kitchen with ceiling-height cabinetry, a double-thick quartz island, and a 6-burner gas cooktop opening into a sun-drenched great room. Upstairs, the luxurious owner's suite features heated floors, a soaking tub, and an expansive walk-in closet, joined by three additional bedrooms, an updated bath, and laundry, while the third floor offers a private fifth bedroom retreat with two walk-in closets. Outside, a pergola, Buff flagstone patio, raised garden beds, and a water feature create an enchanting corner lot setting. The full unfinished basement is ready for whatever comes next. This home is listed by Marissa Ross with Sustain Mortgage & Realty LLC.
Open House: Saturday 8/22 11:00-1:00
2965 Emporia St:
$835,000
A beautifully updated 4-bed, 4-bath home in the heart of Eastbridge, where a covered front porch opens into hardwood floors, natural light, and an open main level anchored by an updated kitchen with quartz countertops, a center island, and stainless appliances. A dedicated home office and powder bath are conveniently located right off the entry. Upstairs, the light-filled primary suite offers a generous walk-in closet with built-ins and a five-piece bath, joined by two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The finished basement adds a rec room, fourth bedroom, and three-quarter bath. Out back, a paver patio with pergola and low-maintenance artificial turf create an inviting outdoor setup. Listed by Laura Hudgins with Serhant Colorado LLC.
Open Houses: Saturday 8/22 & Sunday 8/23 12:00 – 2:00
Under Contract Homes This Week
Six homes went under contract in Central Park this week, with list prices ranging from $318,474 to $899,900 and a median of $627,500. The homes varied in size from around 1,300 to over 2,300 square feet above grade, and the median days on market of 24 suggests buyers are still moving with purpose on well-priced homes.
It was a decent week on the closing side, with 7 homes closing. The median sale price was $550,000 and homes sold at a median of 96% of their list price. Days on market told an interesting story across the board; a couple of homes moved in just 2-5 days while others took closer to 5-7 weeks to find their buyer, reflecting how much pricing and condition continue to drive outcomes. Sellers who priced well were rewarded, with one home on Kingston Street closing above asking after just 2 days on market.
All Active Central Park Listings
Taking a broader look at the market, there are currently 132 homes available in Central Park, giving buyers meaningful choices at nearly every price point, from the low $200s for a compact condo, to $2,200,000 for one of the neighborhood's most expansive estates. The median list price sits at $635,000, and with a median of 35 days on market, it's clear that inventory is building a bit of a cushion. Homes that are priced right are still finding buyers, but the listings that have been sitting longer are a quiet reminder that condition and pricing strategy matter more than ever in this environment.
The “Central Park Homes for Rent” link above will take you to a Zillow page showing you all the available rentals in the area, not just ones listed by us. You can also view the rentals listed in the MLS here. If you’re wondering how much your property might rent for, review our Central Park Rental Rate Cheat Sheet, and if you’re curious how property management works with Focus Real Estate, you can Set up a chat here! The rental shown below is available now!
9962 E 60th Ave - $3,795/month (*includes water, sewer, trash & recycling)
Enjoy $1,000 off your first month when you sign a lease by August 31st! Beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in Northfield offering nearly 2,400–2,700 square feet of modern living space with an open-concept main level that flows seamlessly from the stylish kitchen to the living and dining areas. Enjoy a spa-like primary suite, custom office/workout room, upgraded garage storage, and exceptional outdoor living with a custom patio, all on a quiet street directly across from open space.
As always, Central Park continues to be one of the most dynamic and desirable neighborhoods in Denver. Whether you're a buyer exploring your options, a seller thinking about timing, or simply a homeowner who loves where you live. The market is active, inventory is healthy, and there's no shortage of great homes and great people in this community. If you have questions about any of the listings mentioned this week or want to talk through what the numbers mean for your own situation, I'm always happy to connect. And on a personal note, what a week it's been! From the Stanley's 10-year anniversary celebration to school choice seminars on the horizon, this community never slows down, and I wouldn't have it any other way. I hope to see a lot of you at the kids' triathlon on Sunday. Stop by our tent at the finish line and say hi!
Disclaimer: Our Friday real estate updates are meant to be a “roundup” type post where we discuss all for sale and for rent listings in Central Park, not just our own. It’s our way of making sure we follow the market closely and we share it with the Scoop readers because we know many of you like to track real estate in the area as well. Many of the listings in these posts are not our company’s listings and we wanted to mention that here to make sure it’s clear. Thanks for reading the Scoop!
