Alta Vista
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A central-east Greeley neighborhood of bungalows and ranch homes near the UNC Jackson Field Sports Complex and Poudre River Trail, one of the most affordable neighborhoods in the city with direct access to campus amenities and trail systems.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- University of Northern Colorado (UNC) campus
- Greeley Stampede at Island Grove Regional Park
- Greeley Family FunPlex (indoor waterpark, mini-golf, fieldhouse)
- Poudre River Trail (21 miles, connects to Windsor)
- Boomerang Links Golf Course (city-owned, 18 holes)
- Highland Hills Golf Course (city-owned, 18 holes)
- Greeley Country Club (private, est. 1920)
- Centennial Park (Olympic pool, splash pad, skatepark)
- LINC Library (main branch, downtown)
- UCHealth North Colorado Medical Center
- Aims Community College
- Centerplace of Greeley (major shopping center)
- Twin Rivers Community Park
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Where it sits
Inside Greeley. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Alta Vista
Where is Alta Vista?
Alta Vista is in Greeley, about 1.8 miles southeast of the Greeley center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Alta Vista built?
Homes in Alta Vista were built between 1910 and 1966 (historic / mid-century).
What amenities does Alta Vista have?
Alta Vista amenities include UNC Jackson Field Sports Complex nearby, Poudre River Trail access, bungalow and ranch character, and close to UNC campus.
How big are the lots in Alta Vista?
Typical lots in Alta Vista run 5,000–9,500 sqft.
Which schools are near Alta Vista?
Schools near Alta Vista include Maplewood Elementary, Brentwood Middle School, and Greeley Central High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Alta Vista?
County parcel records show about 220 parcels in Alta Vista.
How high is Alta Vista?
Alta Vista sits at about 4,710 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- UNC Jackson Field Sports Complex
- Poudre River Trail
- Maplewood Elementary
- Brentwood Middle School
- Greeley Central High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 3 minUS-85
- 1 min11th Ave
- 3 min10th St
Transit in Greeley: Greeley-Evans Transit (GET), local bus routes · COLT (City of Loveland Transit) connections · Bustang (CDOT), regional express to Denver · Poudre River Trail (21-mile bike/ped corridor to Windsor) · Sheep Draw Trail (west Greeley bike/ped corridor)
Other Neighborhoods in Greeley
- Westmoor Condominiums$200K–$325K (estimated)
- Eagle View Farms at Seeley Lake$1.7M–$2.5M+ (estimated)
- Highland Park West$500K–$750K (estimated)
- Poudre River Ranch$515K–$895K
- Boomerang Ranch$375K–$550K (estimated)
- Country Club West$340K–$800K
- Highland$400K–$715K (estimated)
- Kelly Farm$425K–$755K
- Promontory$455K–$565K
- Trails at Sheep Draw$420K–$560K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Alta Vista 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 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.