Welcome to West Metro Denver

West Metro Denver centers on communities in and around Jefferson County, ranging from Lakewood and Wheat Ridge, to Golden, Arvada, and Westminster. The region is comprised of tight-knit neighborhoods with a lasting heritage of mountain living and economic innovation. This includes Golden’s Colorado School of Mines and famed Coors Brewery, to a number of established and up-and-coming master-planned communities on vast acreage, such as Ken Caryl, Candelas, Solterra, and Canyon Point. Mostly suburban with sweeping views of the Front Range, these areas are a major draw for families who seek larger homes on desirable lots, with proximity to eateries, scenic trails, and easy highway access for commuters. West Metro continues to thrive with its vast open space and parks, boasting 251 miles of trails within the Jeffco Open Space system, connecting to some of the area’s best hiking and biking along Bear Creek Trail, Clear Creek Trail, Fairmount Trail, North Fork Trail, Peaks to Plains Trail, and Pioneer Trail.
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West Metro Denver Demographics

West Metro Denver Market Trends

Schools Near West Metro Denver

The following schools are within or nearby West Metro Denver, Colorado. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family.
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