Prairie View
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Watkins' original equestrian subdivision, 71 homes on 2-to-3-acre horse-zoned lots along Imboden Road in Adams County. Developed over four decades, the mix spans older ranch-style homes from the 1980s to contemporary custom builds from the 2010s–2020s. Every lot has room for horses, outbuildings, and fenced pasture. The Prairie View Property Owners Association maintains the community roads and shared areas. Front Range sunsets and unobstructed prairie views are the signature draw.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Colorado Air and Space Port (general aviation airport and FAA-licensed spaceport)
- Cherry Creek State Park (15 min west, boating, hiking, swimming, camping)
- Aurora Reservoir (20 min west, paddleboarding, fishing, scuba diving)
- Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center (10 min west)
- Southlands Mall (15 min west, shopping, dining, entertainment)
- Watkins Historical Preservation Society (community heritage projects)
- I-70 Corridor Chamber of Commerce (local business and community events)
- Open prairie and agricultural land surrounding the CDP
- Planned community park, first park in this part of Adams County
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Where it sits
Inside Watkins. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Prairie View
Where is Prairie View?
Prairie View is in Watkins, about 0.7 miles southwest of the Watkins center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Prairie View built?
Homes in Prairie View were built between 1980 and 2020 (late 20th century / early 21st century / new build).
What amenities does Prairie View have?
Prairie View amenities include horse-zoned lots, livestock permitted, sweeping Front Range and prairie views, privacy and open space on every parcel, fenced pastures and outbuildings on many lots, and proximity to Colorado Air and Space Port.
How big are the lots in Prairie View?
Typical lots in Prairie View run 2–3 acres.
Which schools are near Prairie View?
Schools near Prairie View include Bennett Elementary, Bennett Middle School, and Bennett High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Prairie View?
County parcel records show about 64 parcels in Prairie View.
How high is Prairie View?
Prairie View sits at about 5,550 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Watkins community park (planned)
- Colorado Air and Space Port open space
- Bennett Elementary
- Bennett Middle School
- Bennett High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 5 minI-70
- Imboden Rd (direct)
- CO-36 / Colfax Ave
Transit in Watkins: No RTD bus or rail service, car-dependent community · I-70 provides 25-min drive to downtown Denver and 15-min drive to DIA · CO-36 / Colfax Ave is the secondary route to Aurora
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About This Profile
This profile of Prairie View was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source. 71 homes confirmed against brokerage listings and the Adams County CASP subarea plan; Price range estimated from community median and listing data; Horse-zoning confirmed.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.