Commute in Greenwood Village
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Walk, Bike & Transit Scores
- Trail Connectivity
- Good — High Line Canal Trail (71 mi), Greenwood Village trail system connecting neighborhoods and DTC
FAQ — Greenwood Village
What are the school ratings in Greenwood Village?
All of Greenwood Village is served by Cherry Creek School District, rated A by Niche and ranked #1 in Colorado. Cherry Creek HS (A+) is nationally ranked, and Campus Middle School (A+) is its primary feeder. Every address in Greenwood Village falls within the #1 school district in the state — a significant driver of home values.
How long is the commute from Greenwood Village to Denver?
Greenwood Village is approximately 12 miles south of downtown Denver via I-25. Most DTC offices are located within Greenwood Village city limits, making the commute to work as short as 5 minutes. The off-peak drive to downtown Denver is 20–25 minutes, extending to 35–50 minutes during rush hour. RTD E Line light rail serves three stations within the city — Orchard, Arapahoe at Village Center, and DTC.
What outdoor recreation is available in Greenwood Village?
Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre is an 18,000-capacity outdoor concert venue located in the city. The High Line Canal Trail, a historic 71-mile irrigation canal trail, runs through Greenwood Village. Village Greens Park hosts community events and a farmers market. The city maintains a connected trail system throughout its neighborhoods.
What are the crime statistics in Greenwood Village?
Greenwood Village’s violent crime rate is 4.0 per 1,000 and property crime rate is 70 per 1,000, per NeighborhoodScout and FBI UCR data. These numbers are elevated by DTC commercial activity and auto theft in the business district — residential neighborhoods have significantly lower crime rates. The trend reflects the impact of a major employment center within a small-population city.
What is the cost of living in Greenwood Village?
Greenwood Village’s cost of living index is approximately 196 (national average = 100), or about 96% above the national average. Housing drives the premium, with a housing index around 414. The median household income exceeds $150,000. The effective property tax rate is roughly 0.58% (Arapahoe County), and the GV mill levy of 2.932 is among the lowest in metro Denver. Sales tax is 7.25% combined. Colorado has a flat 4.4% state income tax.
What dining and shopping options are in Greenwood Village?
Greenwood Village has 200+ restaurants, including the entire DTC corridor dining scene. Highlights: • Saverina — Italian at Belleview Station • Shanahan’s Steakhouse — upscale DTC dining • Grange Food Hall — chef-driven food stalls with Little Dry Creek Brewery • Downhill Brewing, Resolute Brewing, Peak View Brewing, and Breckenridge Ale & Game House • Village Greens Park farmers market and Art On The Green events • Curtis Center for the Arts — free admission, rotating visual arts exhibits