Lamplighter
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Lamplighter is a 102-home subdivision between Simms Street and W 74th Avenue, built from 1978 to 1990 in ranch, multi-level and two-story plans with 2,000 to 3,800 finished square feet, 2- or 3-car attached garages and walk-out basements on some homes. Lots run from 7,500 square feet to a quarter acre, and there is no mandatory HOA. Lamplighter Park, a small city-owned grass field at 7429 Queen Circle, sits inside the subdivision, Skate City Arvada is 1.2 miles away, and West Woods Golf Course is 4 miles west. Simms Street is a 2-minute drive, Wadsworth Boulevard about 5 minutes, and I-70 roughly 10 minutes south by way of Simms or Kipling.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Olde Town Arvada (60+ shops, restaurants, farmers market)
- Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities
- Standley Lake Regional Park (3,000 acres, boating, fishing)
- West Woods Golf Club (three 18-hole courses)
- Apex Center (recreation and aquatics)
- Secrest Recreation Center
- Lake Arbor Recreation Center
- Ralston Creek Trail
- Van Bibber Creek Trail
- Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge
- Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge
- 90+ city parks and 150+ miles of trails
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Where it sits
Inside Arvada. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Lamplighter
Where is Lamplighter?
Lamplighter is in Arvada, about 2.8 miles northwest of the Arvada center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Lamplighter built?
Homes in Lamplighter were built between 1978 and 1990 (late 20th century).
Is there an HOA in Lamplighter, and what does it cost?
Lamplighter has no homeowners association on record (no mandatory HOA).
What amenities does Lamplighter have?
Lamplighter amenities include variety of home styles (ranch, multi-level, two-story), 2-3 car garages, and walk-out basements on some homes.
How big are the lots in Lamplighter?
Typical lots in Lamplighter run 0.17–0.25 acres.
Which schools are near Lamplighter?
Schools near Lamplighter include Van Arsdale Elementary, Oberon Middle School, and Pomona High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Lamplighter?
About how many homes are in Lamplighter?
County parcel records show about 110 parcels in Lamplighter.
How high is Lamplighter?
Lamplighter sits at about 5,530 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Lamplighter Park
- Van Arsdale Elementary
- Oberon Middle School
- Pomona High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 2 minSimms St
- 5 minWadsworth Blvd
- 10 minI-70
- W 74th Ave
Transit in Arvada: RTD G Line commuter rail, Olde Town Arvada Station, Arvada Ridge Station · RTD bus routes along Wadsworth, Kipling, and Ralston corridors · US-36 Flatiron Flyer bus rapid transit (via park-and-ride)
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About This Profile
This profile of Lamplighter was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range comes from listed and recently sold homes in the neighborhood. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.