Shaw Heights
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
One of Westminster's oldest neighborhoods, originally settled during the Colorado Gold Rush era of 1858, now featuring a mix of pre-1960s homes through 1990s construction. Medium to large single-family homes (three to five bedrooms) at some of the city's most accessible price points. Close to the new Westminster Station for B Line commuter rail to Denver Union Station.
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 Shaw Heights
Where is Shaw Heights?
Shaw Heights is in Westminster, about 0.8 miles north of the Westminster center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Shaw Heights built?
Homes in Shaw Heights were built between 1955 and 1974 (mid-century / late 20th century).
Is there an HOA in Shaw Heights, and what does it cost?
Shaw Heights has no homeowners association on record.
What amenities does Shaw Heights have?
Shaw Heights amenities include historic neighborhood character, proximity to downtown Westminster, Westminster Station B Line access, and parks throughout.
How big are the lots in Shaw Heights?
Typical lots in Shaw Heights run 0.10–0.20 acres.
Which schools are near Shaw Heights?
Schools near Shaw Heights include Harris Park Elementary, Shaw Heights Middle School, and Westminster High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Shaw Heights?
About how many homes are in Shaw Heights?
County parcel records show about 160 parcels in Shaw Heights.
How high is Shaw Heights?
Shaw Heights sits at about 5,450 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Shaw Heights Park
- Westminster Station Park
- Harris Park Elementary
- Shaw Heights Middle School
- Westminster High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 3 minFederal Blvd
- 5 minSheridan Blvd
- 5 minUS-36
- 10 minI-76
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
- Skyline Vista$375K–$500K
- Westminster Hills$375K–$525K (estimated)
- Sunset Ridge$320K–$525K
- Hidden Lake$350K–$1M
- Downtown Westminster$450K–$700K (estimated)
- Northpark$384K–$453K
- Quail Crossing$350K–$450K (estimated)
- Heritage Townhomes$475K–$600K (estimated)
- Cobblestone Village$350K–$425K (estimated)
- Westminster Station Area$350K–$550K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Shaw Heights 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.