Top Suburbs in Denver, Colorado! One close to my home is a favorite of mine but is it the right fit for you? The city limits are very confusing, and just because your address is Littleton does not mean you are in the Littleton school district. There is much to learn before you move here!!! The cost here can be more than Denver, however the prices vary by area. Oh and let’s talk about the fun things to do here too!!
Litteton is a historic Gold Rush city dates back to the “Pikes Peak” gold rush in 1859, when gold seekers, merchants and farmers settled the area. Richard Sullivan Little of New Hampshire, and engineer that helped lay out the irrigation system for Littleton, Colorado. Littleton sits on the southwest side of town with a population of just over 50,507 in 2020.
Homes
Littleton offers suburb homes from $450,000 all the way up to properties in the millions. Many of the homes are suburban neighborhoods but there are also homes within close proximity to downtown littleton that have a more historic feel. You can easily find a great neighborhood to meet your life style and also great for the kids!
What To Do?
The City of Littleton has over 1,400 acres of parks and open space and more than 200 miles of trails. The city has an agreement with South Suburban Parks and Recreation (SSPR) to maintain most of the parks in the city.
South Suburban’s district includes the cities of Littleton, Sheridan, Centennial, and Lone Tree, as well as parts of unincorporated Arapahoe, Jefferson and Douglas counties.
Visit the South Suburban Parks and Trails for a complete list of facilities in the SSPR District and to reserve a shelter at one of the parks.
Historic Downtown Littleton is known as a quaint, charming area with a mix of unique, independently owned businesses and newer, hip restaurants and shops.
Aspen Grove Shopping District is a shopping center located off of Sante Fe and Mineral that features restaurants and popular stores such as Apple and Banana Republic. The shopping center also features the Alamo Drafthouse, which is an eat-dinner-while-you-watch-a-movie theatre that supports local breweries. Aspen Grove is connected with Denver’s RTD Light rail system and is currently the southern most stop for the C and D line trains. Right by Aspen Grove you will find the Breckenridge Brewery which is a great place to have dinner or hang out with family and friends.
Schools
LPS is among the highest academically achieving school districts in the Denver metro area. Its slogan reads “Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you” is an accurate portrayal of the district’s culture.
Littleton Public Schools serves 28 square miles and includes the majority of the City of Littleton, Town of Columbine Valley, and portions of the municipalities of Bow Mar, Centennial, and Greenwood Village.