Cottonwood

By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026

Cottonwood is Parker's north end, a subdivision of ranch, split-level, and two-story homes built from 1981 to 2010 on lots of 5,000 sqft to 0.15 acre, with condos and townhomes mixed in, laid out around Cottonwood Drive as it loops between Jordan Road and Parker Road. Cottonwood Park East, Cottonwood Park West, and Cottonwood Trailhead Park line the Cherry Creek corridor on the neighborhood's north edge, with an outdoor roller rink at the east park and the 17 Mile House Farm Park, a preserved stage stop on the creek, just across E-470. The location is built for commuting: the E-470 interchange at Parker Road is roughly 3 minutes away, Parker Road reaches Mainstreet in about 5 minutes, and Sierra Middle School on Pine Lane sits across Parker Road. Streets from the early 1980s carry established trees, and prices run from about $310K for condos to $810K for the larger detached homes.

At a glance

Price Range
$350K$1.6M
$310K–$810K
More accessible end of Parker
Era Built
1981–2010
19002026
Late 20th Century / Early 21st Century
Community Anchors
  • Parker Mainstreet -- walkable downtown with restaurants, shops, events
  • PACE Center (Parker Arts, Culture & Events Center)
  • Parker Recreation Center
  • Cherry Creek State Park (north)
  • Rueter-Hess Reservoir (south -- boating, fishing, trails)
  • Cherry Creek Trail (runs through multiple neighborhoods)
  • Salisbury Equestrian Park
  • Black Bear Golf Course
  • Pinery Country Club (27-hole, private)
  • Colorado Golf Club (private, US Open qualifying venue)
  • Club at Pradera (private golf)
  • Douglas County Libraries -- Parker Branch
  • Parker Adventist Hospital (UCHealth network)
  • Parker Days festival (June -- town's biggest annual event)
  • Parker Farmers Market (Sunday, summer)
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Where it sits

Inside Parker. Platted boundary.

Typical Lot5,000 sqft-0.15 acres
Est. HOAVaries by sub-area
Home TypesSingle-family, Townhome, Condo
AmenitiesParks and trail access, Established tree-lined streets, Convenient to shopping and E-470
Quick answers

Questions about Cottonwood

Where is Cottonwood?

Cottonwood is in Parker, about 3.3 miles northwest of the Parker center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.

When was Cottonwood built?

Homes in Cottonwood were built between 1981 and 2010 (late 20th century / early 21st century).

Is there an HOA in Cottonwood, and what does it cost?

Cottonwood has a homeowners association. Dues run about Varies by sub-area; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.

What amenities does Cottonwood have?

Cottonwood amenities include parks and trail access, established tree-lined streets, and convenient to shopping and E-470.

How big are the lots in Cottonwood?

Typical lots in Cottonwood run 5,000 sqft-0.15 acres.

Which schools are near Cottonwood?

Schools near Cottonwood include Cherokee Trail Elementary, Sierra Middle School, and Chaparral High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.

About how many homes are in Cottonwood?

County parcel records show about 1,050 parcels in Cottonwood.

How high is Cottonwood?

Cottonwood sits at about 5,720 feet above sea level.

Nearby

Parks and Schools

Nearby Parks
  • Cottonwood neighborhood parks
Nearby Schools
  • Cherokee Trail Elementary
  • Sierra Middle School
  • Chaparral High School

Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.

Getting Around

Commute and Access

  • 3 min
    E-470
  • 5 min
    Parker Rd
  • Jordan Rd

Transit in Parker: RTD bus routes (limited; Parker is car-dependent) · E-470 express toll road to DIA · I-25 express lanes to downtown Denver (via Lincoln Ave or RidgeGate Pkwy) · Parker Rd (Hwy 83) to DTC/Centennial

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About This Profile

This profile of Cottonwood 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. Parks and roads verified on map; trail alignment and elementary assignment inferred, not fetched.

Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.