The Preserve
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
The Preserve's plat recorded with Adams County in September 2001, with an amendment following in 2007 as production builders filled out the subdivision in single-family homes on quarter-acre-range lots. An onsite park brings basketball courts and soccer fields within the neighborhood, and several ponds throughout offer mountain views on clear days. Barr Lake State Park and Denver International Airport both sit a short drive away, and downtown Brighton is reachable in minutes. I-76 is about 5 minutes from the neighborhood, with E-470 roughly 7 and US-85 about 10.
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. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about The Preserve
Where is The Preserve?
The Preserve is in Brighton, about 2.4 miles east of the Brighton center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was The Preserve built?
Homes in The Preserve were built between 2005 and 2018 (early 21st century / new build). Builders on record include various production builders.
Is there an HOA in The Preserve, and what does it cost?
The Preserve has a homeowners association. Dues run about $40/mo (estimated); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does The Preserve have?
The Preserve amenities include basketball courts, soccer fields, playgrounds, neighborhood trails, and ponds with mountain views.
How big are the lots in The Preserve?
Typical lots in The Preserve run 0.15–0.25 acres.
Which schools are near The Preserve?
Schools near The Preserve include Southeast Elementary and Prairie View Middle School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in The Preserve?
County parcel records show about 260 parcels in The Preserve.
How high is The Preserve?
The Preserve sits at about 5,110 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- The Preserve Park
- Barr Lake State 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
- 5 minI-76
- 7 minE-470
- 10 minUS-85
Transit in Brighton: RTD bus routes (limited service) · Bustang regional bus to Denver (nearby) · DIA access via E-470 (20 min)
Other Neighborhoods in Brighton
- Pheasant Ridge$480K–$600K (estimated)
- Pierson Park$430K–$485K
- Brighton Crossings$450K–$650K
- Farmlore$380K–$580K
- Villages at Prairie Center$490K–$630K
- Ridgeline Vista$470K–$590K
- Brighton East Farms$475K–$930K
- Downtown Brighton$300K–$500K (estimated)
- Brighton Terrace$320K–$480K (estimated)
- Todd Creek Farms$650K–$1.5M
About This Profile
This profile of The Preserve 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.