Why not Aurora? (Denver, Highlands Ranch, Littleton: power lines, new house, safe neighborhood)

[corvannah]

I have been searching for homes in south Denver suburbs, HR, Parker, Littleton, and reading all the posts here on the forum; from what I have gathered Douglas Co. has great shcools which is important to us(two children 10 and 12) but Cherry Creek seems to come highly recommended also. From what I gather South Aurora is in the Cherry Creek school district. Homes seem more affordable and lot sizes larger. We hope to make this our last move, so resale value is not as important to us as it may be to others. Good schools, safe neighborhood, and affordable housing is. So; Why Not Aurora?

[CO mom in paradise]

I was born and raised on Cherry Creek schools (Elementary: Cimarron, Middle: Horizon, High School: Smoky Hill). Born and raised in SE Aurora. If I were to move back to Aurora, CC schools would be the only option for us (but thats just my own opinion). Check out Aurora Public Schools too, it's a matter on what you feel comfortable with and whats best for your children. As far as living, honestly, I wouldnt live farther north than Iliff. The area wher I grew up in (between Tower and Hampden and Buckly and Hampden) I felt very comfortable there in the 20 years I lived in my house and wouldn't mind living there again. Havent been back in 3 years and I'm sure there are alot of changes and expansion there since I have been back. Just an opinion to help you along!

[2bindenver]

Don't think of it as resale value, think of it in terms of profit from a long term investment.

You are correct, there is nothing "wrong" with Aurora. If that area fits your needs, if you locate a community that makes you fell good and find a property that would fit the needs of your family on your budget...go for it.

If it makes you happy. We are happy for you.

[Mike from back east]

... THANK YOU ... THANK YOU ... for reading all the posts BEFORE asking questions... Makes my day as a Moderator...

Aurora covers @150 sq miles and much of it is just fine. You've done your homework. Visit and verify if you can.

You're gonna love Colorado

s/Mike from back east

[masalamomma]

I don't like Old Aurora, well because, the houses are old. There are new areas that are nice in that vicinity though, like Saddlerock. There are new houses built that back to Cherry Creek Park down by Parker Rd and Orchard too. Some people like old houses though - to each his own.

[tigerwings]

I've been looking in SE Aurora and Eastern Centennial for the past 2 months(will look to buy after my home sells in MI). Seems like high tension lines are everywhere. East Quincy Highlands has them on all 4 sides. Some of the lines are on tall poles instead of the huge towers. My wife will refuse to live anywhere were she can see a line, to protect our 3 year ago. Homes in MI naywhere near the lines are nearly impossible to sell. A couple of the CC schools (on Himalaya) are nearly under the lines.

Also the Lowry Landfill superfund side is nearby, along with the current Denver/Arapahoe landfill.

I've nearly ruled out this area for these reasons.

[2bindenver]

In Highlands Ranch the power lines are buried. Only a few remain. One on the east side & another near Mountain Vista.

[Snickery]

Originally Posted by corvannah

I have been searching for homes in south Denver suburbs, HR, Parker, Littleton, and reading all the posts here on the forum; from what I have gathered Douglas Co. has great shcools which is important to us(two children 10 and 12) but Cherry Creek seems to come highly recommended also. From what I gather South Aurora is in the Cherry Creek school district. Homes seem more affordable and lot sizes larger. We hope to make this our last move, so resale value is not as important to us as it may be to others. Good schools, safe neighborhood, and affordable housing is. So; Why Not Aurora?

Love Aurora. Nice schools, great neighbors(we are all from other states), convinent to shopping, feel very safe , tons of children etc... We moved here to live, not worry about resale value ! Good-Luck

[LisaCACO]

we just bought a home in that area and are closing escrow. nothing really concerned us, and boy were we picky, lol (our poor agent ). anyway, we we also got an environmental report of known environmental hazards and nothing was a problem for us (we're the organic, veggie folks). I wouldn't hesitate to buy there if it does fit your needs. there are a lot of things that are positive about the area, imho.

[Taburl]

Stay south of Quincy Road, and East of Buckley Road and you will do fine.
There are homes from the $250,000's all the way up to a million $s. Part of that area is considered Centennial, too - which is confusing, but the zip codes are 80015 and 80016.

Good luck!