Any thoughts on NE Denver. 80239 area (Longmont, Loveland: bank owned, sales, apartments)

[Foreverking]

Homes seem like such a great deal, whats the catch, is there alot of retail. What about the elementary schools?

[justsurfn]

If you compare it to say Lowry 80230 or Stapleton 80238 you will see why it is so inexpensive. You get what you pay for.


Denver Montbello Demographics - Neighborhood Demographics

http://www.city-data.com/zips/80239.html

http://www.city-data.com/soz/soz-80239.html

http://www.retrove.com/CO/Montclair/

[cowboyxjon]

be careful and do some research before investing in this area. just my opinion.

[Jerry Bckr]

It's one of the last areas of metro Denver to recover from the housing issues. There are very few sales that aren't distressed or bank owned, and that's a major reason prices are so low. You're right, they are good deals and investors have flocked to this area. I don't know if you're local, but if you aren't, it's a good place to do your due diligence before buying.

[Foreverking]

I will do my research, city data is just a start. can you recomend areas where I can buy homes under 150K that are decent, low crime, lots of conveintent retail, and not 45 miles away like Longmont or something. I tried Colorado Before, but I lived in Loveland, and my job was in Denver. I became very Discouraged due to all the driving. I ended up leaving the state. Now I find myself in a position where I need to find a great deal on a home for my wife and 7 year old. A family friendly place. Does such an area around Denver exist? thanks again for the help

[2bindenver]

where in Denver is your job?

[Foreverking]

Dont have one yet, still in investigative stage

[David Aguilar]

80239 is Montbello.

I would rather not repeat myself, but here's a look back at things I've said about Montbello (let's take a trip down Memory Lane, shall we?)

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

Montbello is an appendaged neighborhood of Denver, as is GVR. (Appendaged meaning, that they kind of "stick out" of Denver proper.). My office just moved to Montbello, and I've found myself exploring the neighborhood a bit more. It does live up to its reputation, but I have been surprised at just how much of it is newer, and not all that "bad" looking. However, many of the older homes do have the typical bars on windows, wrought iron and chain link fences, and trash in the front yards. However, there are worse neighborhoods around the metro IMO.

Montbello HS looks very nice from the outside, but like they say, looks can be deceiving. A former or current student/parent would have to let us know one way or the other.

If I had no other choice, I'd live in either neighborhood. It all depends on perspective and past experience IMO.

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

I would make Montbello my number three, simply because the neighborhood itself has some very neglected and/or trashed out homes. But, I go there nearly daily (work office is there) and semi-frequent the stores/fast-food joints over there. I've never once have felt threatened, uncomfortable or unsafe.

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

I would say that much of the Bellos' "issues" are within the gates of those apartments. My GF used to work with a woman that lived there, and she hated it, constant police activity, loud music, shootings, fights, etc. Of course, that is hearsay so take that for what it's worth.

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

Prices in Montbello (no e after the t) are "great" for a reason. It isn't known as desirable. I think it has a worse reputation than it deserves, yet isn't popularly known as being the least bit "safe". But, people live there, so I guess it would depend on whether you would be willing to live in a less safe area.

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

BTW, as far as Montbello goes, IMO the reputation it gets is undeserved, but very commonly believed, hence the low prices for housing.

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

South Central = Montbello, and that is a huge stretch. Montbello is Mayberry compared to South Central.

Originally Posted by David Aguilar

Parole? Ha, you'll be fine in Montbello.