10 Best Suburbs of Denver - Local Guide 2025

Urban energy and mountain adventures have drawn people to live in Denver for decades. 

In the heart of the Mile High City, residents can enjoy a glass of wine and a view of the Rocky Mountains, then visit a jazz club all in the same evening. Outdoor enthusiasts have endless opportunities, ranging from horseback riding and skiing to fishing and mountain biking. 

The communities surrounding Denver allow residents to enjoy these amenities without giving up the buzz of city life or weekends outdoors. 

Denver’s suburbs are brimming with a variety of housing styles, from mid-century ranches and historic frontier homes to an endless selection of new construction, townhomes, and luxury residences. 

It’s impossible to go wrong with any of Denver’s suburbs, but each has its own personality. To help your search, the Prevu team compiled a list of Denver’s most popular suburbs.  

Best suburbs of Denver

• Centennial
• Green Valley Ranch
• Arvada
• Golden
• Littleton
• Sunnyside
• Broomfield
• Westminster
• Greenwood Village
• Wheat Ridge

Centennial 

Located 15 miles southeast of Denver, Centennial was incorporated in 2001. Just 12 miles east, The Rocky Mountains can be seen from East Arapahoe Road on a clear day. 

The drive to downtown Denver takes 20 minutes along Interstate 25. Using Denver’s train system, the RTD, Union Station is a 35-minute ride on the E line.

In eastern Centennial, The Streets at SouthGlenn mall hosts familiar eateries and shops in a few short blocks. Near the mall, newcomers will find a variety of condos and apartments to choose from. In southwestern Centennial, Park Meadows mall boasts well known retailers like Apple and IKEA. 

The city’s recent development means most homes are up to date. Southwest Centennial features a plentitude of single-family compounds with sweeping views of the surrounding hills. Much of the remaining parts of Centennial offer single-family homes in picturesque suburban neighborhoods. 

For recreation, residents can frequent the SNÖBAHN Indoor Ski + Snowboard Center, South Suburban Golf Course, and Cherry Creek Reservoir.

Green Valley Ranch

Directly east of Denver lies Green Valley Ranch, a suburb perfectly situated for access to downtown Denver and Denver International Airport (DEN). 

With I-70 bordering the suburb to the south, the commute to downtown Denver is a seamless 17-mile, 25-minute drive. Peña Boulevard creates the western border of town, making the 11-mile drive to DEN just as smooth. 

Development on the eastern plains of Denver means there are spacious homes of every style available for purchase. Buyers can find split-level ranches or two-story homes with inground pools, attached garages, and generous plots. There are also apartments and condos available near Tower Road. 

Tower Road is lined with well-known grocery stores, restaurants, and retailers. Residents can also enjoy the weekend at Green Valley Ranch Golf Club or one of many community pools. The 15,000-acre Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge is also more accessible here than from any other part of Denver. 

Arvada

Its western side nestled into the Rockies, Arvada is a gateway to the mountains. From here, Denver is 20-minutes away along I-70, while the RTD's G-line can get there in 40 minutes. 

Olde Town Arvada is the heart of town. The quaint streets echo the Old West while featuring local restaurants, taprooms, and boutiques. Commercial centers are speckled all throughout the rest of Arvada so residents can find anything they need. 

Closer to Olde Town, potential homebuyers will find apartments, condos and mid-century ranches. Further from Olde Town, varied housing styles include mountain-view estates, single-family residences, and luxury townhomes. 

Recreation in Arvada is as varied as the housing. There are four golf courses, two nearby wildlife refuges, picturesque lakes and reservoirs, and numerous parks and trails. During wintertime, Arvada residents can enjoy an indoor pool at Apex Center, visit the Cussler Museum, and explore countless wineries and breweries. 

Golden

Aptly named, Golden was born of the Pike’s Peak Gold Rush and retains the charming air of a small town on the American frontier.

Considering this suburb is tucked in the foothills of the Rockies, the 25-minute drive to Denver is relatively brief. 

In the heart of town, condos and townhomes make up the housing stock. On the western side of Golden, potential buyers will find luxurious single-family homes. To the south, various types of homes become available, from duplexes to 1970s ranches. 

Aside from enjoying the historic streets of Golden, residents can kayak the Clear Creek White Water Park, explore one of Golden’s 117 hiking trails, or take a tour of the Coors Brewery which dates back to 1873. 

Littleton

As one of Denver’s historic suburbs, Littleton’s neighborhoods showcase mature trees and plush foliage. Stunning rock formations and waterways abound, granting a variety of outdoor recreation. Hiking, fishing, kayaking, and camping are available to enjoy in Roxborough and Chatfield State Parks. 

Downtown is host to local restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques where residents enjoy live music and unique art galleries. Recognizable retailers like Target and Safeway are interspersed throughout Littleton’s numerous commercial districts. Directly south in Highlands Ranch, shoppers will find even more options if needed. 

The drive between Littleton and Denver is 25 minutes, while the RTD’s D-line takes you to Denver in forty.

Northeast Littleton features most of the suburb’s housing stock with mid-century ranches, newly constructed single-family homes, and luxury townhomes. Along the western side of Littleton, stately homes can be found amongst the foothills with views of golf courses and rock formations. 

Sunnyside

Proximity to Denver means that Sunnyside has been a popular place to live since the late 1870s.

Many of the neighborhood’s original single-family homes were built between the 1890s and 1960s, with many being gracefully maintained and updated to retain their original charm. If you’re looking to move to Sunnyside, everything from its original homes to modern single-family homes and contemporary duplexes are available. 

In the late 1880s, many Italian immigrants started new lives in Colorado, settling in Sunnyside. Traditional Italian cuisine became a staple, and can still be enjoyed in and around the area. 

Sunnyside is so close to downtown Denver that travelers won't need to use a highway to get there. You simply cross I-25 to reach Denver in five to ten minutes. 

Broomfield

Many of Broomfield’s parks and outdoor spaces open up to pristine views of the Rocky Mountains. 

Along highway 36, the drive to Denver takes about 25 minutes. Access to the iconic Eldorado Canyon and Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge are equally close. In the summer, families escape the heat at Bay Aquatic Park. 

Big-box retailers line 120th Avenue to the south and Route 287 to the east, satisfying any shopping urges of Broomfield’s residents. 

Meandering subdivisions are spread all across Broomfield, many of which double as golfing communities. These neighborhoods offer private single-family homes. In Broomfield, mid-century homes, ranches and new construction characterize the housing stock. 

If you’re looking to live in an apartment, townhome or condo, several options are available in Broomfield along Lowell Drive. 

Westminster

You can find essentially everything that you could hope for in Westminster. 

Its central location amidst all of Denver’s suburbs gives locals access to all the city has to offer. Some of Westminster’s notable features include Front Range Community College, St. Anthony North Hospital, a lively outdoor mall known as The Orchard Town Center, and the Denver Premium Outlets. 

Residents rarely need to leave Westminster but Denver is only a 15-minutes away via the I-25 when needed.

To the south, where Route 36 intersects with 88th Avenue, a number of commercial areas are home to local restaurants and shops. Recreation opportunities are just as abundant with seven golf courses, a go-kart track at Adventure Golf and Raceway, Standley Lake Open Space, and an array of trails and parks.. 

Westminster’s housing ranges from spacious single-family homes in established, peaceful subdivisions to newly constructed townhomes. For homebuyers with cost of living in mind, Westminster is an option worth considering. 

Greenwood Village

Divided roughly in half by I-25, the drive from Greenwood Village to Denver can take as little as ten minutes in easy traffic. The RTD’s E-line also runs through the middle of Greenwood, opening up other commuting options. 

Residents here benefit from easy access to both Cherry Creek Reservoir for boating and fishing and Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre for an outdoor evening of live music. Just north, Cherry Hills Village offers even more golf courses, tennis clubs, and country clubs. 

Nestled amongst the trees of Greenwood Village, luxury homes in Autumn Hills and Orchard Hills neighborhoods draw would-be residents who long for the quiet life. 

The Streets at SouthGlenn and other grocery stores and shops along Route 177 can easily be accessed from the western side of Greenwood Village. The east side of Greenwood, where Arapahoe Road meets I-25, offers well-known shops and restaurants like REI and Chick-fil-A. 

Wheat Ridge

Suburban development began in the area during the Gold Rush and continued as an agricultural community started to thrive in the 1900s. 

As a result, the majority of the homes in Wheat Ridge are well-maintained, mid-century ranches. The Northwest corner of Wheat Ridge has seen the development of brand new townhomes near Ward Rd. 

Proximity to Denver is one of Wheat Ridge’s most appealing traits. At their nearest points, the two cities are only four miles apart. With clear roadways, the commute can take as little as 12 minutes. 

Wheat Ridge’s primary commercial corridor is adjacent to Wadsworth Boulevard where local and chain restaurants and shops alike offer residents whatever they need. 

Crown Hill Park offers a series of trails that encircle Crown Hill Lake and wind through the wildlife sanctuary at Kestrel Pond. Here, members of the community enjoy birdwatching and breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains. 

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