Cherry Knolls
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Cherry Knolls came in over eleven filings starting in 1960 and running to 1978, about 700 houses on fifth- to third-acre lots under trees planted with the first blocks. The subdivision runs between S. University Boulevard and S. Colorado Boulevard just below E. Arapahoe Road, and its centerpiece is the 77-acre Cherry Knolls Park on S. Elizabeth Street, which carries the Big Dry Creek greenway and is maintained by South Suburban. Sandburg Elementary sits inside the neighborhood on the same street, feeding Newton Middle on E. Arapahoe Road and Arapahoe High School, all in Littleton Public Schools. A long-running garden club still organizes plantings. E. Arapahoe Road runs about four miles east to I-25.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Streets at SouthGlenn (mixed-use shopping, dining, library)
- Cherry Creek State Park (4,000 acres, reservoir, trails)
- South Suburban Golf Course (27 holes)
- High Line Canal Trail (71-mile multi-use trail)
- Centennial Center Park (events, playground, splash pad)
- Trails Recreation Center (aquatics, climbing wall, cultural arts)
- Goodson Recreation Center
- Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre
- Park Meadows Mall (adjacent in Lone Tree)
- Denver Tech Center employment corridor
- Arapahoe County Fairgrounds
- South Suburban Parks and Recreation District
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Where it sits
Inside Centennial. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Cherry Knolls
Where is Cherry Knolls?
Cherry Knolls is in Centennial, about 3.9 miles west of the Centennial center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Cherry Knolls built?
Homes in Cherry Knolls were built between 1960 and 1978 (mid-century / late 20th century). Builders on record include various builders.
Is there an HOA in Cherry Knolls, and what does it cost?
Cherry Knolls has a homeowners association. Dues run about $25-$50/yr; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Cherry Knolls have?
Cherry Knolls amenities include garden club, Parents Co-Op (longest-operating in greater Colorado), large mature trees, and strong community identity since 1960.
How big are the lots in Cherry Knolls?
Typical lots in Cherry Knolls run 0.20-0.33 acres.
Which schools are near Cherry Knolls?
Schools near Cherry Knolls include Sandburg Elementary, Newton Middle School, and Arapahoe High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Cherry Knolls?
County parcel records show about 710 parcels in Cherry Knolls.
How high is Cherry Knolls?
Cherry Knolls sits at about 5,610 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Cherry Knolls Park
- High Line Canal Trail (nearby)
- Sandburg Elementary
- Newton Middle School
- Arapahoe High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- S. University Blvd
- E. Arapahoe Rd
- S. Colorado Blvd
Transit in Centennial: RTD Light Rail: Dry Creek Station (E/F/H lines to downtown Denver, 30 min) · RTD Light Rail: Arapahoe at Village Center Station · RTD Light Rail: Orchard Station · RTD bus routes along Arapahoe Rd, Parker Rd, and University Blvd · I-25 express lanes to downtown Denver
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About This Profile
This profile of Cherry Knolls was researched in March 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. Attendance chain named from county layers; 1960 is a plat date, not incorporation.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.