Cotton Creek
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A 450-home established community between W 112th Avenue and Vrain Street, two-story, multi-level, ranch, and tri-level homes with 1,050 to 2,500 above-grade square feet and up to 3,100 finished square feet. Walk-out basements are common. Community pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse provide social anchors, and Legacy Ridge Golf Course is just a mile away. Median price around $475K makes it one of northeast Westminster's solid mid-market options.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Standley Lake Regional Park (3,000 acres, boating, fishing, camping, wildlife refuge)
- Westminster City Park (skate park, sports fields, Butterfly Pavilion access)
- Westminster Hills Open Space and Dog Park (420 acres, off-leash)
- Legacy Ridge Golf Course (18-hole Arthur Hills design, public)
- The Ranch Country Club (18-hole private, pool, tennis, restaurant)
- Hyland Hills Golf Course
- Greenway Park Golf Course
- Big Dry Creek Trail (regional multi-use trail)
- Westminster Promenade (24-screen theater, Ice Centre, bowling, dining)
- The Orchard Town Center (retail, dining, entertainment)
- Downtown Westminster (105-acre mixed-use redevelopment)
- Butterfly Pavilion (invertebrate zoo and butterfly conservatory)
- Westminster Station Park and Nature Playground
- 54+ city parks and 40+ miles of trails
- Westminster Recreation Center
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Where it sits
Inside Westminster. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Cotton Creek
Where is Cotton Creek?
Cotton Creek is in Westminster, about 4.1 miles north of the Westminster center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Cotton Creek built?
Homes in Cotton Creek were built between 1974 and 1984 (late 20th century).
Is there an HOA in Cotton Creek, and what does it cost?
Cotton Creek has a homeowners association. Dues run about $30–$60/mo; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Cotton Creek have?
Cotton Creek amenities include community swimming pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, Legacy Ridge Golf Course (1 mile), and parks and trails.
How big are the lots in Cotton Creek?
Typical lots in Cotton Creek run 0.14–0.20 acres.
Which schools are near Cotton Creek?
Schools near Cotton Creek include Cotton Creek Elementary, Silver Hills Middle School, and Legacy High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Cotton Creek?
County parcel records show about 410 parcels in Cotton Creek.
How high is Cotton Creek?
Cotton Creek sits at about 5,300 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Cotton Creek Park
- Legacy Ridge Golf Course
- Cotton Creek Elementary
- Silver Hills Middle School
- Legacy High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 5 minFederal Blvd
- 5 minUS-36
- W 112th Ave
- Vrain St
Transit in Westminster: RTD B Line commuter rail, Westminster Station (11 min to Denver Union Station) · RTD Flatiron Flyer bus rapid transit (US-36 BRT to Boulder/Denver) · RTD local bus routes along Federal, Sheridan, Wadsworth, and 120th corridors · Westminster Station park-and-ride · Church Ranch park-and-ride (US-36 BRT)
Other Neighborhoods in Westminster
- Westfield Village$525K–$700K (estimated)
- Hyland Greens$350K–$700K
- Wandering View$500K–$700K (estimated)
- Westcliff & Cambridge$600K–$825K
- Sheridan Green$500K–$750K
- Asbury Park$700K–$900K (estimated)
- Shaw Heights$350K–$604K
- Skyline Vista$375K–$500K
- Westminster Hills$375K–$525K (estimated)
- Sunset Ridge$320K–$525K
About This Profile
This profile of Cotton Creek 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 strong, with several public sources confirming the list.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.