Bel Aire
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A post-war neighborhood where winding streams from the Rocky Mountains cut through quiet residential streets, brick ranch homes and split-levels from the late 1940s through the mid-1960s with established lots and mature landscaping. Median sale price around $668K. Homes sell in about 29 days, well ahead of the national average.
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 Bel Aire
Where is Bel Aire?
Bel Aire is in Wheat Ridge, about 1.2 miles west of the Wheat Ridge center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Bel Aire built?
Homes in Bel Aire were built between 1948 and 1965 (mid-century).
What amenities does Bel Aire have?
Bel Aire amenities include winding Rocky Mountain stream corridors, mature tree-lined streets, brick ranch and split-level architecture, and walking distance to 38th Ave dining.
How big are the lots in Bel Aire?
Typical lots in Bel Aire run 0.15–0.25 acres.
Which schools are near Bel Aire?
Schools near Bel Aire include Kullerstrand Elementary, Everitt Middle School, and Wheat Ridge High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Bel Aire?
About how many homes are in Bel Aire?
County parcel records show about 32 parcels in Bel Aire.
How high is Bel Aire?
Bel Aire sits at about 5,420 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Anderson Park
- Discovery Park
- Kullerstrand 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
- 2 minW 38th Ave
- 5 minKipling St
- 5 minWadsworth Blvd
- 5 minI-70
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)
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About This Profile
This profile of Bel Aire 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 strong, with several public sources confirming the list.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.