Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Evergreen, CO
About Evergreen
Evergreen (population 9,307 in 2020) is a mountain community in Jefferson County, about 30 miles west of downtown Denver in the foothills — a census-designated place, not an incorporated town. Settled in the 1860s as a ranching and logging outpost, it grew into an exurb of large wooded lots around Evergreen Lake and Bear Creek. Downtown Evergreen keeps a village main street (shown in the Commons photos below), and the area is rich in open space: Elk Meadow Park's elk herd, Alderfer/Three Sisters Park, and the Evergreen Lake House concert venue. The Little Bear Saloon is a local landmark.
Home prices in Evergreen
The median list in Evergreen is $930,450.
Top places in Evergreen
- Downtown Evergreen — village main street along Bear Creek (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Evergreen Lake and the Lake House — skating, paddleboarding, and concerts.
- Elk Meadow Park — elk herd viewing and trails.
- Alderfer/Three Sisters Park — foothills hiking and the historic Alderfer barn.
- Evergreen Nature Center and Dedisse Park.
- The Little Bear Saloon — historic live-music venue.
- Hiwan Homestead Museum.
Commuting from Evergreen
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~30–40 minutes (approximate; via I-70; longer with traffic).
- No RTD rail; limited bus service to the metro.
Evergreen FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Evergreen, CO?
The median list in Evergreen is $930,450. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Evergreen, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~30–40 minutes (approximate; via I-70; longer with traffic).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.