Kipling
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
The central corridor of Wheat Ridge along Kipling Street, traditional ranch-style homes with classic brick or modern facades, plus condos and townhouses at the metro area's more accessible price points. Median home price around $450K. Anderson Park with its seasonal pool, athletic fields, and the Wheat Ridge Rec Center anchor community life. Bus routes along W 44th Avenue provide transit options.
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. Approximate area, to be confirmed.
Quick answersQuestions about Kipling
Where is Kipling?
Kipling is in Wheat Ridge, about 1.8 miles west of the Wheat Ridge center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Kipling built?
Homes in Kipling were built between 1955 and 1975 (mid-century / late 20th century).
What amenities does Kipling have?
Kipling amenities include Anderson Park with seasonal pool and athletic fields, Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, Clear Creek Trail access, and I-70 and bus route access.
How big are the lots in Kipling?
Typical lots in Kipling run 8,000–10,500 sqft.
Which schools are near Kipling?
Schools near Kipling include Kullerstrand Elementary, Everitt Middle School, and Wheat Ridge High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Kipling?
How high is Kipling?
Kipling sits at about 5,360 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Anderson Park
- Discovery Park
- Clear Creek Greenbelt
- 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
- 3 minI-70
- Kipling St
- W 44th Ave
- W 38th 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
- Garrison Village$350K–$450K (estimated)
- Independence Square$250K–$340K (estimated)
- Applewood Lane$1.1M–$1.8M (estimated)
- Applewood Reserve$1M–$1.6M (estimated)
- Hilltop Estates$1.3M–$1.7M (estimated)
- Quail Hollow$1M–$1.5M (estimated)
- McLaughlin's Applewood Estates$800K–$1.3M (estimated)
- Applewood Villages$600K–$1M
- Applewood Knolls$650K–$1M (estimated)
- Fireside at Applewood$750K–$950K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Kipling 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.