Arapahoe Acres
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
The crown jewel of Englewood, 124 International Style and Usonian homes designed by Eugene Sternberg on Edward Hawkins' inventive curved street plan. Homes rarely list, and when they do, preservation-minded buyers compete fiercely for a piece of Colorado architectural history.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- CityCenter Englewood (retail, library, civic center, light rail)
- HCA HealthONE Swedish Medical Center (504 beds, Level I trauma)
- Craig Hospital (world-renowned spinal cord & brain injury rehab)
- Belleview Park (petting zoo, miniature train, Pirates Cove Water Park)
- Centennial Park (37 acres, lake, nature trails)
- Broken Tee Englewood Golf Course
- South Platte River Trail
- Little Dry Creek Trail
- Gothic Theatre (live music venue on S Broadway)
- Englewood Public Library
- Englewood Recreation Center
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Where it sits
Inside Englewood. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Arapahoe Acres
Where is Arapahoe Acres?
Arapahoe Acres is in Englewood, about 1.4 miles northeast of the Englewood center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Arapahoe Acres built?
Homes in Arapahoe Acres were built between 1949 and 1957 (mid-century). Builders on record include Edward Hawkins and Eugene Sternberg (architect).
Is there an HOA in Arapahoe Acres, and what does it cost?
Arapahoe Acres has a voluntary homeowners association; there are no mandatory dues.
What amenities does Arapahoe Acres have?
Arapahoe Acres amenities include National Register of Historic Places district, first entire mid-century modern neighborhood on the National Register, unique curved street layout designed for privacy and traffic calming, and mature landscaping and established tree canopy.
How big are the lots in Arapahoe Acres?
Typical lots in Arapahoe Acres run 7,000–9,000 sqft.
Which schools are near Arapahoe Acres?
Schools near Arapahoe Acres include Clayton Elementary and Englewood Middle School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Arapahoe Acres?
The nearest RTD light-rail station is Evans (C Line and E Line), about 1.6 miles from Arapahoe Acres.
About how many homes are in Arapahoe Acres?
County parcel records show about 120 parcels in Arapahoe Acres.
How high is Arapahoe Acres?
Arapahoe Acres sits at about 5,370 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Cushing Park
- Romans Park
- Clayton Elementary
- Englewood Middle School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- S Broadway (1 block east)
- Hampden Ave / US-285 (2 min north)
- S University Blvd (5 min east)
Transit in Englewood: RTD D Line light rail, Englewood Station (CityCenter) · RTD D Line light rail, Oxford / City of Sheridan Station · RTD bus routes 0, 35, and local connectors · South Platte River Trail (bike commuting corridor)
Resources
- Arapahoe Acres Residents' Group (site)Neighborhood information
Other Neighborhoods in Englewood
- Hampden Hills$475K–$650K (estimated)
- Cherry Creek Vista$450K–$750K
- CityCenter / Cinderella City$300K–$550K (estimated)
- Iron Works Village$550K–$750K (estimated)
- South Broadway Heights$450K–$575K
- Bates-Logan Park$450K–$650K
- Cushing Park$475K–$600K
- Forest Hill$425K–$550K (estimated)
- Maddox / Jason Park$400K–$535K
- Cherrelyn$420K–$530K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Arapahoe Acres 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. National Register district; Median $731K. Well-documented.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.