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Cherry Creek, CO

Cherry Creek is an unincorporated community and a census-designated place (CDP) located in and governed by Arapahoe County, Colorado, United States. The CDP is a part of the Denver–Aurora–Lakewood, CO Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population of the Cherry Creek CDP was 11,488 in the United States Census 2020. The ZIP code 80111 serves the area.

The neighborhood is located near the geographic center of the City and County of Denver and is a mixture of dense urban development and tree-lined residential streets. It is bounded by Cherry Creek on the south, East Sixth Avenue to the north, and University Boulevard, and Colorado Boulevard (Colorado State Highway 2) on the west and east, respectively. The neighborhood takes its name from the nearby Cherry Creek running along the south side of the neighborhood.

Because Denver was first settled along the confluence of the South Platte River and Cherry Creek, the term "Cherry Creek" is often used in business names, e.g. Cherry Creek Dentistry, to designate their affiliation with the metropolitan Denver area. Many of these businesses are not, however, located in the Cherry Creek neighborhood. The Cherry Creek School District which is located in western Arapahoe County, Colorado is also sometimes confused with the Cherry Creek neighborhood because of its name, despite it not being located in Denver. The United States Census Bureau initially defined the Cherry Creek CDP for the United States Census 2010.

Cherry Creek is serviced by four major traffic arteries making it an easily accessible neighborhood by car. First, Speer Boulevard from Downtown Denver and LoDo becomes East First Avenue in Cherry Creek. Running along the eastern and western boundaries of the neighborhood are University Boulevard and Colorado Boulevard which allow connections from Interstate 25. Lastly, the East Seventh Avenue Parkway skirts the north side of the neighborhood allowing crosstown traffic to get to Cherry Creek. Cherry Creek is also serviced by the Regional Transportation District (RTD) public bus system. It has five main routes that service various parts of the neighborhood. These routes are the 1, 3, 46, and the 3 and the 83 limited.

Cherry Creek places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities, fitness centers, and recreational amenities available to residents. AllHealth Network offers behavioral health services, including addiction treatment, therapy, and counseling. Colorado Rehabilitation & Occupational Medicine provides services for individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries, and chronic pain conditions. University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora is known for its comprehensive medical services and research. The Broadmoor Spa is located at the renowned Broadmoor resort; this spa offers luxurious treatments in a beautiful setting. The Spa at St Julien provides a range of services including massages, facials, and body treatments. The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a luxurious spa located in downtown Denver, offering a wide range of treatments and services.

Top sites in Cherry Creek, CO are Denver Botanic Gardens, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, AMC DINE-IN Cherry Creek 8, and Cherry Creek North.

Population: 11,157 (2023). ZIP code: 80111. Area codes: 303, 720. Elevation: 5,745 ft (1,751 m). Area: 1,068 acres (4.322 km2).

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What is Cherry Creek, CO known for?

Located just five minutes from the downtown area, Cherry Creek has the largest and most diverse shopping space between Chicago and San Francisco, an impressive roster of restaurants presenting international and locally sourced cuisine, and a wealth of chic art galleries. It’s not uncommon for people to mix up Cherry Creek Shopping Center and Cherry Creek North, which are two distinctive areas located adjacent to one another. Cherry Creek Shopping Center boasts an indoor mall with more than 160 stores, including upscale shops and larger department stores, while Cherry Creek North is an outdoor retail, dining, and mixed-use area with nearly 300 stores.

Is Cherry Creek, CO expensive to live in?

Cherry Creek is ranked 55 out of 273 cities across the US in terms of cost of living. The cost of living in Cherry Creek is 106.8% of the national average. The median household income in Cherry Creek is $125,634, which is 43% more than that of the state. The median income for an individual is $60,674, which is 29% more than that of the state.

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Is Cherry Creek, CO a rich neighborhood?

Cherry Creek, ranked at number five on our list, boasts a median home price of $1,096,275 and a median household income of $84,386. It's a neighborhood with a mix of newer residences alongside some of Denver's older homes. Notably, Cherry Creek is home to two major commercial centers: the Cherry Creek Shopping Center and Cherry Creek North. These centers provide residents with upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment options, contributing to the area's vibrant and affluent atmosphere.

Sources

Arapahoe County

Wikipedia

Colorado

Zero Down

Property Club

AllHealth Network

Colorado Rehabilitation & Occupational Medicine

University of Colorado Hospital

The Broadmoor Spa

The Spa at St Julien

The Ritz-Carlton Spa

Denver Botanic Gardens 

Cherry Creek Shopping Center 

AMC DINE-IN Cherry Creek 8 

Cherry Creek North

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