Olinger Gardens
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
One of Wheat Ridge's oldest neighborhoods, homes from the 1920s through the 1950s centered on W 32nd Ave and Harlan Street. Primarily ranch-style with scattered two-story, tri-level, and multi-level plans, ranging from compact 800-square-foot cottages to spacious 3,000-square-foot remodels on 6,000-to-10,000-square-foot lots. Close to Clear Creek Trail, Anderson Park, and the Recreation Center.
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 Olinger Gardens
Where is Olinger Gardens?
Olinger Gardens is in Wheat Ridge, about 1.1 miles east of the Wheat Ridge center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Olinger Gardens built?
Homes in Olinger Gardens were built between 1920 and 1955 (historic / mid-century).
What amenities does Olinger Gardens have?
Olinger Gardens amenities include Clear Creek Trail access, Anderson Park and Wheat Ridge Rec Center nearby, diverse floor plans (800–3,000 sq ft), and charming tree-lined streets.
How big are the lots in Olinger Gardens?
Typical lots in Olinger Gardens run 6,000–10,000 sqft.
Which schools are near Olinger Gardens?
Schools near Olinger Gardens include Kullerstrand Elementary, Everitt Middle School, and Wheat Ridge High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Olinger Gardens?
About how many homes are in Olinger Gardens?
County parcel records show about 310 parcels in Olinger Gardens.
How high is Olinger Gardens?
Olinger Gardens sits at about 5,460 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Anderson 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
- 5 minWadsworth Blvd
- 5 minI-70
- W 32nd Ave
- Harlan St
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
- East Wheat Ridge$400K–$650K
- Kipling$280K–$550K
- 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
About This Profile
This profile of Olinger Gardens 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.