Piney Creek
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Piney Creek gathers 1,851 covenant controlled homes built from 1979 into the 2000s and split into more than a dozen named sub-neighborhoods, among them The Ridge, The Estates, Upper and Lower Knolls, and The Terrace. The clubhouse at 5800 South Joplin Way anchors a pool, tennis and pickleball courts, a basketball court, and a run of neighborhood parks and playgrounds. The Trails Recreation Center at 16799 East Lake Avenue, run by the Trails Park and Recreation District, adds a lap pool, fitness floor, and racquetball courts, with a skatepark under the same district. The 21 acre Piney Creek Trail open space runs along the south side toward Cherry Creek State Park. Smoky Hill Road and South Parker Road carry traffic out to E-470.
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 Piney Creek
Where is Piney Creek?
Piney Creek is in Centennial, about 4.8 miles northeast of the Centennial center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Piney Creek built?
Homes in Piney Creek were built between 1979 and 2000 (late 20th century / early 21st century). Builders on record include various builders.
Is there an HOA in Piney Creek, and what does it cost?
Piney Creek has a homeowners association. Dues run about $160/qtr (varies by sub-association); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Piney Creek have?
Piney Creek amenities include community clubhouse, swimming pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, multiple parks, Trails Recreation Center with lap pool and fitness center, and greenbelts and walking paths.
How big are the lots in Piney Creek?
Typical lots in Piney Creek run 0.15-0.35 acres.
Which schools are near Piney Creek?
Schools near Piney Creek include Cherry Creek School District schools and Falcon Creek Middle School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Piney Creek?
County parcel records show about 1,900 parcels in Piney Creek.
How high is Piney Creek?
Piney Creek sits at about 5,730 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Piney Creek Trail
- Cherry Creek State Park (nearby)
- Cherry Creek School District schools
- Falcon Creek Middle School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 5 minE-470
- E. Smoky Hill Rd
- S. Parker Rd
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 Piney Creek 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 strong, with several public sources confirming the list. HOA site confirms 1,851 homes; recreation center features verified through the district site.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.