Willow Creek
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Willow Creek runs north from East County Line Road inside Centennial, not the Lone Tree side of the line, and divides into three associations recorded over twelve filings of homes built between 1975 and 1990. Willow Creek 2 alone holds 628 single-family homes with two clubhouses, two pools, six tennis courts, a volleyball court, and a disc golf course set among 26 acres of greenbelt. The 30 acre Willow Creek Park and a 47 acre greenbelt trail, both held by South Suburban Parks and Recreation, thread the wooded creek corridor through all three filings. Dry Creek Elementary sits inside the neighborhood within Cherry Creek School District. The County Line light rail station is under a mile southeast, and East Arapahoe Road runs about a mile north.
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 Willow Creek
Where is Willow Creek?
Willow Creek is in Centennial, about 0.9 miles west of the Centennial center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Willow Creek built?
Homes in Willow Creek were built between 1975 and 1990 (late 20th century). Builders on record include various builders.
Is there an HOA in Willow Creek, and what does it cost?
Willow Creek has a homeowners association. Dues run about $100-$200/qtr (varies by quadrant); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Willow Creek have?
Willow Creek amenities include four private community pools, tennis courts, disc golf, creek-side walking trails, and greenbelt corridors.
How big are the lots in Willow Creek?
Typical lots in Willow Creek run 0.15-0.30 acres.
Which schools are near Willow Creek?
Schools near Willow Creek include Cherry Creek School District schools and Dry Creek Elementary. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Willow Creek?
About how many homes are in Willow Creek?
County parcel records show about 1,240 parcels in Willow Creek.
How high is Willow Creek?
Willow Creek sits at about 5,740 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Willow Creek Park
- Willow Creek Greenbelt
- Cherry Creek School District schools
- Dry Creek Elementary
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 8 minI-25
- E. Arapahoe Rd
- S. Yosemite St
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 Willow 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. Three associations confirmed, not four quadrants; Willow Creek 2 alone lists 628 homes.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.