Applewood West
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A 609-home midcentury community built by Hutchinson Homes between 1959 and 1962, sturdy ranches and bi-levels with 1,200 to 2,000 above-grade square feet on spacious lots with mature landscaping near the Lookout Mountain foothills. A favorite of mid-mod enthusiasts and renovation buyers.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Washington Avenue downtown (60+ restaurants, 8+ breweries, shops)
- Coors Brewery (world's largest single-site brewery, free tours)
- Colorado School of Mines campus
- Fossil Trace Golf Club (18 holes, prehistoric fossil beds)
- North Table Mountain Park (15+ miles of trails, climbing)
- South Table Mountain Park (mesa trails, Denver views)
- Lookout Mountain Nature Center & Preserve
- Clear Creek Trail (15-mile paved path to Denver)
- Clear Creek Canyon (170+ climbing routes, whitewater)
- Apex Park (11+ miles trails, mountain biking)
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (30 min west)
- Golden Community Center and Recreation Center
- Golden History Museum & Park
- Buffalo Bill Museum & Grave (Lookout Mountain)
- Colorado Railroad Museum
- Lions Park and Clear Creek kayak course
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Where it sits
Inside Golden. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Applewood West
Where is Applewood West?
Applewood West is in Golden, about 3.7 miles east of the Golden center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Applewood West built?
Homes in Applewood West were built between 1959 and 1962 (mid-century). Builders on record include Hutchinson Homes.
What amenities does Applewood West have?
Applewood West amenities include midcentury architecture (ranches and bi-levels), spacious lots with mature landscaping, Lookout Mountain foothills proximity, and Applewood Golf Course nearby.
How big are the lots in Applewood West?
Typical lots in Applewood West run 0.15–0.30 acres.
Which schools are near Applewood West?
Schools near Applewood West include Shelton Elementary, Bell Middle School, and Golden High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Applewood West?
About how many homes are in Applewood West?
County parcel records show about 540 parcels in Applewood West.
How high is Applewood West?
Applewood West sits at about 5,610 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Maple Grove Park
- Applewood Golf Course
- Shelton Elementary
- Bell Middle School
- Golden High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 5 minI-70
- 5 minUS-6 / 6th Ave
- W 26th Ave
Transit in Golden: RTD W Line light rail, Jefferson County Government Center / Golden station · RTD Bus Route 16 / 16L, Golden to Denver via 6th Ave · Clear Creek Trail, 15-mile paved bike path to Confluence Park in Denver · RTD regional bus connections at Golden park-and-ride
Other Neighborhoods in Golden
- Rolling Hills Estates$650K–$760K
- Fairmount$500K–$900K (estimated)
- Golden Mesa$500K–$600K (estimated)
- Crestview$500K–$600K (estimated)
- Golden Hills$350K–$450K (estimated)
- Blue Mountain Estates$600K–$1.2M (estimated)
- Beverly Heights$800K–$1.2M (estimated)
- Genesee$1.2M–$2.5M (estimated)
- Lookout Mountain$750K–$2M (estimated)
- Bear Tooth Ranch$1.2M–$3M+ (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Applewood West was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is strong, with several public sources confirming the list. Median $950K (Feb 2026). Technically Golden address; Culturally part of Applewood corridor.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.