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Evergreen

Evergreen is the foothills community people picture when they imagine mountain living without leaving the metro behind. Tucked into the foothills west of Denver, it offers a true mountain town feel, wildlife in the backyard, and some of the best scenery on this list.

Population estimate
8,602
Median sale price
$945,000
Median age
45.6
Median household income
$150,417
Estimated commute to Denver
≈ 37 min
Sources, dates & estimate details · checked 2026-10-15

Census estimates via Census Reporter: 2020–2024 ACS 5-year; income in 2024 dollars. Median age margin of error: ±4.8 years. Household income margin of error: ±$27,769.

Redfin market data: all home types, three months ending August 2026. Market geography follows the provider and may differ from Census boundaries. Sales mix and source boundaries affect this median; it is not a property valuation.

Estimated driving commute: route reference, checked 2026-10-14. Approximate city-to-city drive to Denver, not a live traffic estimate. Rush hour, weather and exact addresses can add time. School assignment depends on the property address.

School grade retained from Sean’s original guide; it is not a verified current Niche rating or a rating of every school in the community. Use Niche to research individual schools and confirm assignment with the district.

Community fact check: Named recreation, downtown or transit highlights reviewed against the linked local sources. Broader lifestyle and housing character is editorial orientation. Neighborhood boundaries, price/value comparisons, school coverage and property-specific claims remain subject to address-level verification. Local reference 1.

Homes here tend to sit on larger, wooded lots, ranging from cozy cabins to large custom builds, and life revolves around the outdoors, with Evergreen Lake, miles of trails, and quick access to the high country. Downtown Evergreen has a charming, walkable stretch of local restaurants and shops.

Schools are served by Jefferson County Public Schools. Evergreen suits buyers who want space, privacy, and nature, and do not mind a mountain commute in exchange for the lifestyle.

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