Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Sheridan, CO
About Sheridan
Sheridan (population 6,105 in 2020) is a small Arapahoe County city about 8 miles southwest of downtown Denver, straddling Santa Fe Drive. Incorporated in 1890 and named for Civil War general Philip Sheridan, it is a compact community of modest midcentury homes with its own school district — Sheridan School District No. 2 — and a walkable feel along Santa Fe Drive and Oxford Avenue. Fort Logan National Cemetery lies just west of the city.
Home prices in Sheridan
The median list in Sheridan is $461,000.
Top places in Sheridan
- Oxford–City of Sheridan light rail station (C/D lines).
- Fort Logan National Cemetery — adjacent to the city's southwest edge (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Sheridan Recreation Center and the city's parks.
- Santa Fe Drive corridor — local shops and dining.
- Fort Logan neighborhood trails and open space nearby.
Commuting from Sheridan
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~15–25 minutes (approximate; via Santa Fe Dr; longer with traffic).
- RTD light rail: the Oxford–City of Sheridan station (C/D lines) sits on the city's east edge.
Schools in Sheridan
Public schools: Sheridan School District No. 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.
Sheridan FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Sheridan, CO?
The median list in Sheridan is $461,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Sheridan, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~15–25 minutes (approximate; via Santa Fe Dr; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Sheridan, CO?
Sheridan is served by Sheridan School District No. 2. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.