Sage Creek
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Sage Creek is a Thornton neighborhood, not a Brighton one. Sage Creek Park, Sage Creek Townhomes, and the surrounding subdivision all sit inside Thornton's city limits near 128th Avenue and Holly Street, roughly ten miles from downtown Brighton. Its own listed schools, Southeast Elementary and Prairie View Middle School, fall outside School District 27J, a mismatch with every other Brighton neighborhood profiled here. Townhomes run three-bedroom, 1.5-bath floor plans, and detached single-family homes reach up to about 2,600 finished square feet, built mostly between 2000 and 2012, with Sage Creek Park anchoring the subdivision's open space and I-25 reached via 128th Avenue in roughly ten minutes. This entry should be re-homed under Thornton, where it geographically belongs.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Brighton Oasis Family Aquatic Park
- Barr Lake State Park (2,700+ acres, fishing, trails, wildlife)
- Brighton Recreation Center (indoor fitness, aquatic center)
- Todd Creek Golf Club (public 18-hole course)
- Benedict Park (disc golf, skate park, picnic areas)
- Prairie Center Shopping (King Soopers, restaurants, retail)
- Rocky Mountain Arsenal NWR (nearby, bison herds, nature trails)
- Prairie Lakes Regional Park (65 acres)
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Where it sits
Inside Brighton. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Sage Creek
Where is Sage Creek?
Sage Creek is in Brighton, about 6.6 miles southwest of the Brighton center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Sage Creek built?
Homes in Sage Creek were built between 2000 and 2012 (early 21st century).
Is there an HOA in Sage Creek, and what does it cost?
Sage Creek has a homeowners association. Dues run about $40/mo (estimated); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Sage Creek have?
How big are the lots in Sage Creek?
Typical lots in Sage Creek run 0.08–0.15 acres.
Which schools are near Sage Creek?
Schools near Sage Creek include Southeast Elementary and Prairie View Middle School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Sage Creek?
How high is Sage Creek?
Sage Creek sits at about 5,160 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Sage Creek Park
- Southeast Elementary
- Prairie View Middle School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 8 minE-470
- 3 minHolly St
- I-25 (10 min via 128th)
Transit in Brighton: RTD bus routes (limited service) · Bustang regional bus to Denver (nearby) · DIA access via E-470 (20 min)
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About This Profile
This profile of Sage Creek 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 limited because few public sources describe this neighborhood. Confirmed inside Thornton city limits, not Brighton; also uses non-27J schools.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.