Applewood Knolls
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
The largest subdivision in the Applewood area, 765 homes across twelve filings developed over 17 years by Mike Leprino's Knolls Development Company. Classic brick ranches on cul-de-sac streets with no HOA, only protective covenants. Few restrictions mean homeowner freedom to customize.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Clear Creek Greenbelt (300 acres, 7-mile paved National Recreation Trail)
- Anderson Park (28 acres, Carnation Festival home, summer concerts, seasonal pool)
- Prospect Park (39 acres, Starburst Award recipient, fishing lake, tennis, playground)
- Discovery Park (skate park, splash pad, playgrounds, pavilion)
- Crown Hill Park & Open Space (242 acres, adjacent on eastern border)
- Wheat Ridge Recreation Center
- Applewood Village Shopping Center
- 38th Avenue corridor (8+ breweries, 40+ restaurants, dining district)
- Fruitdale Park Dog Park (2 acres, fenced, free entry)
- Gold panning at Arapahoe Bar on Clear Creek
- Wheat Ridge Carnation Festival (56-year tradition, August)
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Where it sits
Inside Wheat Ridge. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Applewood Knolls
Where is Applewood Knolls?
Applewood Knolls is in Wheat Ridge, about 2.7 miles west of the Wheat Ridge center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Applewood Knolls built?
Homes in Applewood Knolls were built between 1960 and 1977 (mid-century / late 20th century).
Is there an HOA in Applewood Knolls, and what does it cost?
Applewood Knolls has no homeowners association on record (covenants only).
What amenities does Applewood Knolls have?
Applewood Knolls amenities include 765-home subdivision across twelve filings, cul-de-sac street layouts, no HOA, covenant-controlled only, and brick ranch architecture.
How big are the lots in Applewood Knolls?
Typical lots in Applewood Knolls run 0.20–0.33 acres.
Which schools are near Applewood Knolls?
Schools near Applewood Knolls include Prospect Valley Elementary, Everitt Middle School, and Wheat Ridge High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Applewood Knolls?
About how many homes are in Applewood Knolls?
County parcel records show about 41 parcels in Applewood Knolls.
How high is Applewood Knolls?
Applewood Knolls sits at about 5,440 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Lewis Meadows Park
- Prospect Park
- Prospect Valley Elementary
- Everitt Middle School
- Wheat Ridge High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 3 minSimms St
- 5 minKipling St
- 8 minI-70
- W 32nd Ave
Transit in Wheat Ridge: RTD G Line commuter rail, Wheat Ridge Ward Station (27 min to Union Station) · RTD bus routes along Wadsworth, Kipling, 38th Ave, and 44th Ave · Clear Creek Trail bike commute corridor to Golden (7 miles)
Other Neighborhoods in Wheat Ridge
- Fireside at Applewood$750K–$950K (estimated)
- Appleridge Estates$500K–$1.3M
- Yukon Grove$800K–$950K (estimated)
- Ridge at Ward Station$540K–$690K
- Cambridge Park$650K–$820K (estimated)
- Bel Aire$550K–$800K
- Paramount Heights$400K–$800K
- Hillcrest Heights$450K–$650K (estimated)
- Barths$390K–$700K
- Leppla Manor$450K–$840K
About This Profile
This profile of Applewood Knolls 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 moderate, and some features rest on a single source. 765-home historic subdivision; price from area medians and recent sales.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.