Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Dakota Ridge, CO
$612,500Median list
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About Dakota Ridge
Dakota Ridge (population ~33,000) is a Jefferson County census-designated place about 12 miles southwest of downtown Denver, named for the Dakota Hogback ridge that runs through it. A large suburban community of 1980s–2000s subdivisions beneath Dinosaur Ridge, it offers streets, hogback trails and quick C-470 access. Jefferson County schools serve the CDP.
Home prices in Dakota Ridge
The median list in Dakota Ridge is $612,500.
Top places in Dakota Ridge
- Dakota Ridge Trail — the hogback crest trail (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Dinosaur Ridge — the fossil and geology landmark on the CDP's west edge.
- The CDP's subdivision streets and greenbelts.
- Nearby Red Rocks Park (southwest).
- Ken Caryl's hogback open space (south).
Commuting from Dakota Ridge
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~20–30 minutes (approximate; via C-470/Wadsworth; longer with traffic).
- Nearby C/D light rail via Littleton stations.
Dakota Ridge FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dakota Ridge, CO?
The median list in Dakota Ridge is $612,500. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Dakota Ridge, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~20–30 minutes (approximate; via C-470/Wadsworth; longer with traffic).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.