ARAPAHOE COUNTY COLORADO - and Arapahoe County Real EstateIn 1855, the Kansas Territorial Legislative created Arapahoe County, and then in 1858, gold was discovered alongside the South Platte River in Arapahoe County. This impulse triggered the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. In 1859 the Jefferson Territorial Legislative organized 12 counties for the new territory, including Arapahoe County. Now, Arapahoe County and Arapahoe County Real Estate has 13 incorporated cities and towns and is the third most populated county of the 64 in the state of Colorado. With a population of about 524,000, and growing, Arapahoe County it is known as Colorado’s First County. Arapahoe County real estate has a total of 805 square miles. See more city information at our home page.
Arapahoe County Real Estate is known for its beautiful skyline of Denver and the Rocky Mountains. The western part of the county is found to be mostly urban with residential, office, retail and industrial areas. The eastern part is more rural.
With great opportunities for finer living, and a huge market for all types of businesses, the average median income for a household in the county is approximately $53,570, and the median income for a family is $63,875. Arapahoe County has a diverse workforce of more than 1,800 employees who support sixteen different departments. Arapahoe County offers exciting opportunities in a variety of fields. With major cities such as, Aurora, Centennial, Englewood, Greenwood Village and Littleton, one can find plenty of opportunity in Arapahoe County.
Arapahoe County Government
Administration building
5334 S Prince Street
Littleton, CO 80166
(303) 795-4400
AURORA
Founded in 1892 and incorporated in 1907, Aurora Colorado is nicknamed Gateway to the Rockies. With more then 300,000 residents, Aurora real estate is the 6th safest city of its size in the country, and the 3rd largest in Colorado. The city of Aurora is governed by a Council/Manager form of government, and provides many services for its residents, including, water, sewer and street, fire and police protection, parks, recreation and library facilities. This also includes business development assistant and neighborhood supports for Aurora real estate and its citizens.
Aurora Municipal Center
15151 E Alameda Parkway
Aurora, CO 80012
(303) 739-7000
www.auroragov.org
M-F 8:00am-5:00pm
Original Aurora Renewal – (303) 739-7929
Police Department – (303) 739-6050
Fire Department – (303) 326-8999
Public Works – (303) 739-7300
Water Department – (303) 739-7370
Children’s Hospital – (720) 857-8333
Aurora Public Library – (303) 739- 6635
Xcel Energy – 1-800-895-4999
CENTENNIAL
Centennial Colorado was originated in 2001 and was one of the largest incorporations of its kind in US history. Residents voted to incorporate the city, in which it officially became a city on February 7, 2001. With 28.34 square miles and approximately 103,000 residents, Centennial and Centennial real estate is the 7th largest city in the metro Denver area. Always making residents feel comfortable and welcome, citizens are included in the “Centennial Vision” as plans are made for the future growth of the city. With beautiful well-kept neighborhoods, successful economy and a diverse and friendly business environment, although a young city, there are many opportunities to plan the future of Centennial.
City of Centennial
12503 E Euclid Drive Ste. 200
Centennial, CO 80111
(303) 734-4567
www.centennialcolorado.com
Centennial Police Department – (303) 326-8999
Centennial Fire Department – (303) 755- 9202
Centennial Public Works – (720) 874-7623
Centennial Public Safety – (303) 795-4711
Centennial Water Department – (303) 790-4830
Centennial Medical Center of Aurora – (303) 695-2600
Castlewood Library – (303) 771-3197
ENGLEWOOD
Englewood is a small town, just south of Denver, with a population of approximately 32,350 and 6.6 square miles. This is the perfect town for citizens, business people and visitors. Englewood was incorporated in 1903 and has a Council/Manager form of government. Englewood strives on the full service quality the city offers to residents and businesses.
Englewood Civic Center
1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
(303) 762-2300
www.ci.englewood.co.us
Police Department – (303) 762-2484
Fire Department – (303) 762-2484
Public Works – (303) 762-2500
Water Department – (303) 770-7272
Swedish Medical Center – (303) 788-5000
Englewood Public Library – (303) 762-2550
GREENWOOD VILLAGE
Greenwood Village is known as the Community of Choice. With a unique blend of urban and residential neighborhoods, this city is mentioned as lively, progressive and focused on the quality of life. Offering a safe environment and plenty opportunities for recreation and leisure. Governed by a City Council, communication with residents and business are a top priority.
City of Greenwood Village
6060 S Quebec Street
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
(303) 773-0252
thevillage@greenwoodvillage.com
Police Department – (303) 773-2525
Fire Department – (303) 761-7410
Public Works – (303) 708-6100
Water Department – (303) 779-4525
Children’s Hospital – (303) 764-8004
Arapahoe Library District - (303) 220-7704
LITTLETON
The city of Littleton, incorporated March 13, 1890, is the 17th most heavily populated city in Colorado. The suburb south of Denver is 13.9 square miles, with a population of approximately 41,519. The city of Littleton encourages citizens to attend monthly breakfasts and citizen forums. This is a great opportunity to speak publicly with the city council staff and learn about city projects. Littleton is known for its natural beauty and comfortable living.
City of Littleton
2255 W Berry Avenue
Littleton, CO 80165
(303) 795-3700
www.littletongov.org
Police Department – (303) 795-3875
Fire Department – (303) 795-3800
Public Works – (303) 795-3863
Water Department – (303) 795-3863
Centura Health Littleton Adventist Hospital – (303) 730-8900
Bemis Public Library – (303) 795-3961
Arapahoe County is part of the Denver-Aurora Metropolitan area and the Denver-Aurora-Boulder Combined area. Arapahoe has incorporated 13 cities, with 5 major cities and 8 smaller surrounding towns including, Bennett, Bow Mar, Cherry Hills Village, Columbine Valley, Deer Trail, Foxfield, Glendale and Sheridan. All cities part of Arapahoe County under go strategic planning, including finer living styles, relaxed environments and public safety. Citizens are guaranteed to find exactly what they are looking for when relocating to Arapahoe County.
MALLS and SHOPPING
Aurora Mall
14200 E Alameda Avenue
Aurora, CO 80012
(303) 344-4120
Park Meadows Mall
8401 Park Meadows Center Drive
Lone Tree, CO 80124
(303) 792-2533
Southglenn Mall
6911 S University Boulevard Ste 244
Centennial, CO 80122
(303) 795 1511
Southwest Plaza
8501 W Bowles Avenue Suite 2A-483
Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 973-5300
Southlands Outdoor Shopping Plaza
Located of E-470 and Smoky Hill Road
Centennial, CO
(303) 627-5000
FAVORITE RESTAURANTS
Mama Louise Italian Restaurant
15412 E Orchard Road
Centennial, CO 80111
(303) 799-1993
Mel’s Bar and Grill
5970 S Holly Street
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
(303) 777-8223
Peaberry Coffee Company
8283 S. Akron Street, Suite700
Centennial, CO 80122
303-925-0340
Peaberry Coffee Company
9602 East Arapahoe Road
Greenwood Village, CO 80122
303-397-6987
Antelope Hills Restaurant
600 Antelope Drive West
Bennett, CO 80102
(303) 644-5990
Apple Creek Restaurant and Grill
10600 E Iliff Avenue
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 306-6300
Hanabi Japanese Sushi Bar and Grill
7600 West Quincy Ave
Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 979-9298
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
7520 E. Progress Place
Englewood, CO 80111
(720) 506-4060
Twin Dragon
3021 S Broadway
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 781-8068
FUN THINGS TO DO IN ARAPAHOE COUNTY...
Many residents enjoy boating, fishing, swimming, bicycling and picnicking at any three public reservoirs that Aurora has to offer, also including 80 public parks and seven public golf courses throughout the city. Residents can also engage in more than 8,000 recreation programs offered throughout the year by the Library and Recreation Services Department.
Skiing is the number one pastime of citizens, but if you don’t ski or snowboard, don’t get discouraged because its not all Colorado is famous for. Mountain climbing, hiking, trail riding, mountain biking, golf, rock climbing, tennis, swimming, and water skiing are available to do locally as well!
Today, the Parks and Recreation Department maintain over 135 acres, including 17 parks and greenbelts. Residents are encouraged to use the facilities offered at the 54,000-square foot Englewood Recreation Center features consisting of an Olympic-size pool, running track, basketball courts, aerobic workout rooms, and racquetball courts. The Englewood Municipal Golf Course has 18 holes with putting and chipping greens, a driving range and clubhouse.
The city of Littleton is known for its beautifully restored downtown buildings, Town Hall Arts Center and the Littleton Historical Museum. Also, including the 625-acre South Platte Park, South Platte River, High Line Canal Trail, Lee Gulch, Arapahoe Greenway and Carson Nature center residents have the opportunity to boat, bike, hike, swim, skate, golf, ride horses and play baseball, softball and soccer.
With the favorable weather here in Colorado, residents have unlimited access to fun outdoor activities, as well as numerous indoor activities also!
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