7.5 out of 10

Conifer

39.5213065143082 -105.305412774688
Great for
  • Clean & Green
  • Parking
  • Peace & Quiet
  • Safe & Sound
  • Neighborly Spirit
Not great for
  • Nightlife
  • Public Transport
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Who lives here?
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Tourists
  • Country Lovers
  • Professionals

Reviews

4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 4/5
  • Clean & Green 4/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 4/5
  • Eating Out 2/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 4/5
  • Shopping Options 2/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 2/5
  • Lack of Traffic 4/5
  • Parking 4/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 4/5
  • Public Transport 2/5
  • Medical Facilities 2/5
  • Schools 4/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+

"Conifer was originally a stage coach stop on way to South Park"

Conifer is a small unincorporated town not far west of Denver along HW 285. This is a beautiful area that is commutable to and from Denver if need be. It is close enough to Denver but is still deep enough in and through the foothills to feel like the mountains. Many people who have dreamed of living in the mnts but still work in the front range live in Conifer. The price of land and homes is more reasonable than many other comparable places.

The area has some ranches and cattle range still in the southern realms and there are many homes and neigborhoods that are still growing. There are minimal but adequate amenities such as groceries, services and restaurants. Firefighter? Conifer might be a great place to get a job, or if you are in the construction industry too. Schools have a great reputation too.

Highway 285 can get kind of crazy due to tourism traffic especially in the summer but the roads are great and well maintained in the Conifer area.
Recommended for
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Tourists
  • Country Lovers
4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 4/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 4/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 3/5
  • Lack of Traffic 4/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 4/5
  • Medical Facilities 3/5
  • Schools 4/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+

"A small town nestled in the beauty of Colorado"

Conifer lies southwest of Denver in the beautiful Rocky Mountains and just under 20,000 people call Conifer home. The median income for residents here is $104,000 while the median home price is $300,000. Conifer is a very community based place to live. There are several festivals here as well as an abundance of things to do. Hiking and biking here combine with a feast for the eyes with the beautiful views. There is also disc golf, six zip lines with two of the longest and fastest in Colorado, sledding, and snowshoeing.

The schools in Conifer are very good, from the elementary right through high school. The students here repeatedly score well above average on state testing standards and collectively have some of the highest in the state.

Just about everything you could need is located here in town. With the exception of a hospital, there is a medical clinic and private practice doctors, clothing shops, two chain grocery stores, veterinarians, restaurants, etc. Several years ago my family and I were in Conifer and stopped to eat at the local Mexican restaurant and loved it. We also loved how friendly so many of the townspeople were. There is a type of laid back feel that gives the impression people like to know their neighbors. It seems as if it would be a great place to call home, especially for anyone who enjoys mountain living.
Pros
  • Aspen Peak Cellars Winery, Day Spa, Variety of Restaurants
  • Hiking, Biking, Snowshoeing, Zip Line, Disc Golf, Sledding, Picnics,
  • In a hurry - Starbuck's drive through on your way to work or bus
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Tourists
  • Students
  • Country Lovers
  • Trendy & Stylish
4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 3/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 4/5
  • Shopping Options 4/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 4/5
  • Public Transport 4/5
  • Medical Facilities 4/5
  • Schools 4/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+

"Conifer - Experience Mountain living minutes from Denver"

Conifer is a beautiful community nestled in the foothills just outside of Denver. The people, the weather and the lifestyle offers something special for everyone.
Pros
  • Hiking, Biking, Snowshoeing, Zip Line, Disc Golf, Sledding, Picnics,
  • In a hurry - Starbuck's drive through on your way to work or bus
  • Aspen Peak Cellars Winery, Day Spa, Variety of Restaurants
Cons
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Tourists
  • Country Lovers

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