Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Alma, CO
$649,000Median list
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About Alma
Alma (population 296 in 2020) is a Park County town about 65 miles southwest of downtown Denver on CO-9, at 10,578 feet — the highest incorporated municipality in North America. Founded in the 1870s silver boom, it is a quiet mountain community of historic cabins and homes beneath Mount Bross and Mount Lincoln, serving as a base for fourteener climbers and South Park visitors.
Home prices in Alma
The median list in Alma is $649,000.
Top places in Alma
- The town's claim as North America's highest incorporated municipality (10,578 feet).
- Mount Bross and Mount Lincoln trailheads.
- The town's historic 1870s buildings and cabins.
- Nearby Fairplay and South Park City (south).
- Alma's stretch of the Colorado Trail access.
Commuting from Alma
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~1 hr 20 min–1 hr 40 min (approximate; via US-285/CO-9; longer with winter weather).
- No transit; mountain driving required.
Schools in Alma
Public schools: Park County School District RE-2. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Alma FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Alma, CO?
The median list in Alma is $649,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Alma, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~1 hr 20 min–1 hr 40 min (approximate; via US-285/CO-9; longer with winter weather). - Which school district serves Alma, CO?
Alma is served by Park County School District RE-2. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.