Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Federal Heights, CO
$382,000Median list
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About Federal Heights
Federal Heights (population 14,382 in 2020) is a small city in Adams County, about 12 miles north of downtown Denver along Federal Boulevard. Incorporated in 1977 from unincorporated neighborhoods, it is a compact residential community between Westminster and Thornton, known for Water World — one of America's largest water parks — on its northern edge, and the busy Federal Boulevard retail corridor. Rotella Park and the city's recreation programs anchor local life.
Home prices in Federal Heights
The median list in Federal Heights is $382,000.
Top places in Federal Heights
- Water World — 70-acre water park on the city's northern edge.
- Federal Heights Municipal Complex and civic campus (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Rotella Park and the city's trail connections.
- Federal Boulevard retail and dining corridor (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Nearby Hyland Hills' Adventure Golf and the Northglenn border parks.
Commuting from Federal Heights
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~15–25 minutes (approximate; via Federal Blvd/I-25; longer with traffic).
- RTD bus connections; nearest N Line rail via Northglenn.
Federal Heights FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Federal Heights, CO?
The median list in Federal Heights is $382,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Federal Heights, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~15–25 minutes (approximate; via Federal Blvd/I-25; longer with traffic).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.