Cost of Living in Five Points
The Harlem of the West — jazz heritage meets urban reinvention
Housing
Housing Market
- Median Home Price
- $569K–$573K
- Price per Sq Ft
- ~$450/sqft
- Data Year
- 2025–2026
- Year-over-Year Change
- +28.6% (Redfin Dec 2025) vs. -4.5% (Zillow) — significant methodology divergence
- Avg Days on Market
- 59 days (Dec 2025, down from 74 prior year)
Taxes
Tax Rates
- Property Tax Rate
- ~0.50% effective; ~79.2 mills
- Sales Tax Rate
- 9.15% combined
- State Income Tax Impact
- Colorado flat 4.4%
Utilities
Monthly Costs
- Water Provider
- Denver Water
- Electric & Gas
- Xcel Energy
- Internet Providers
- Xfinity, CenturyLink/Quantum Fiber, Google Fiber
- Trash & Recycling
- Denver Solid Waste Management
Income
Income & Cost Context
- Median Household Income
- $109,494
- Cost of Living Index
- 128 (Denver city-wide — 28% above national average per BestPlaces)
Common Questions
FAQ — Five Points
What is the median home price in Five Points?
The median home price in Five Points ranges from $569K to $573K, with Redfin at ~$569K (+28.6% YoY) and Zillow at ~$573K (−4.5% YoY) as of December 2025—the sources diverge significantly. Price per square foot averages ~$450, and homes average 59 days on market, down from 74 the prior year.