Rolling Hills Estates
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A quiet enclave west of Applewood Golf Course, two-story and multi-level homes with 2,200 to 4,000 square feet, up to four bedrooms, covered porches, and entertainment decks. Walking distance to two golf courses and Maple Grove Park.
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 Rolling Hills Estates
Where is Rolling Hills Estates?
Rolling Hills Estates is in Golden, about 2.8 miles east of the Golden center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Rolling Hills Estates built?
Homes in Rolling Hills Estates were built between 1970 and 1990 (late 20th century).
Is there an HOA in Rolling Hills Estates, and what does it cost?
Rolling Hills Estates has a homeowners association. Its dues are not published; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Rolling Hills Estates have?
Rolling Hills Estates amenities include quiet neighborhood west of Applewood Golf Course, walking distance to two golf courses, Maple Grove Park nearby, and jetted tubs, heated floors, and river rock accents in select homes.
How big are the lots in Rolling Hills Estates?
Typical lots in Rolling Hills Estates run 0.15–0.25 acres.
Which schools are near Rolling Hills Estates?
Schools near Rolling Hills Estates include Shelton Elementary, Bell Middle School, and Golden High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Rolling Hills Estates?
About how many homes are in Rolling Hills Estates?
County parcel records show about 35 parcels in Rolling Hills Estates.
How high is Rolling Hills Estates?
Rolling Hills Estates sits at about 5,550 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 20th 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
- 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)
- Paradise Hills$1.3M–$2.9M (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Rolling Hills Estates was researched in April 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.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.