Academy Park
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Ranch and contemporary plans built between about 1975 and 2000 sit on lots of a sixth to a third of an acre, noticeably larger than the 1960s tracts to the north, and association dues stay under $60 a month where an association exists at all. The 379-acre Bear Creek Greenbelt Park is the anchor, a continuous stream corridor of wetlands, fishing ponds and riparian forest whose trail runs west from Wadsworth Boulevard to Bear Creek Lake Park and the foothills beyond. Pinehurst Country Club sits off S. Pierce Street to the east. US-285 forms the northern edge, S. Kipling Street runs the western side, and C-470 is about ten minutes out.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Belmar Shopping District (22 blocks, 80+ shops and restaurants)
- Colorado Mills Mall (outlet and retail)
- Bear Creek Lake Park (2,624 acres)
- William F. Hayden Park / Green Mountain (2,400 acres, 20 miles of trails)
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre (adjacent)
- Bear Creek Greenbelt (379 acres)
- Fox Hollow Golf Course
- Bear Creek Golf Club
- Homestead Golf Course
- Kendrick Lake Park and xeriscape gardens
- 40 West ArtLine (4-mile art trail)
- Lakewood Cultural Center
- Carmody Recreation Center
- Clements Community Center
- Belmar Library
- Red Rocks Community College
- St. Anthony Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
- 150+ parks and 200+ miles of trails
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Where it sits
Inside Lakewood. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Academy Park
Where is Academy Park?
Academy Park is in Lakewood, about 4.1 miles south of the Lakewood center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Academy Park built?
Homes in Academy Park were built between 1975 and 2000 (late 20th century / early 21st century). Builders on record include various builders.
Is there an HOA in Academy Park, and what does it cost?
Academy Park has a homeowners association. Dues run about $0–$60/mo; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Academy Park have?
Academy Park amenities include Bear Creek Greenbelt trail system, mountain views, proximity to Pinehurst Country Club, multiple sporting facilities, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre nearby.
How big are the lots in Academy Park?
Typical lots in Academy Park run 0.15–0.30 acres.
Which schools are near Academy Park?
Schools near Academy Park include Westgate Elementary (B-), Carmody Middle School (B-), and Bear Creek High School (B+). Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Academy Park?
County parcel records show about 54 parcels in Academy Park.
How high is Academy Park?
Academy Park sits at about 5,550 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Bear Creek Greenbelt Park
- Bear Creek Lake Park
- Westgate Elementary (B-)
- Carmody Middle School (B-)
- Bear Creek High School (B+)
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 10 minC-470
- US-285
- S Kipling St
Transit in Lakewood: RTD W Line light rail, Lamar, Garrison, Oak, Lakewood-Wadsworth, Federal Center, and JeffCo Government Center stations · RTD bus routes along Wadsworth, Colfax, Alameda, Kipling, and Federal corridors · Lakewood-Wadsworth station park-and-ride · Federal Center station park-and-ride
Other Neighborhoods in Lakewood
- Sunrise Creek$600K–$850K (estimated)
- Friendly Hills$500K–$810K (estimated)
- Daniels$450K–$675K (estimated)
- Thraemoor$275K–$850K (estimated)
- Creighton$500K–$775K (estimated)
- Bear Creek$275K–$550K (estimated)
- Marston Slopes$575K–$800K (estimated)
- Union Square$250K–$475K (estimated)
- Lamar Station$300K–$525K (estimated)
- Southern Gables$525K–$775K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Academy Park 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. No park or subdivision of this name found in official Lakewood or Foothills inventories.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.