Dakota Ridge Homes for Sale & Real Estate
Foothills-Adjacent Community in Jefferson County
Welcome to Dakota Ridge
Dakota Ridge is a community situated against the foothills in unincorporated Jefferson County within the southwest Littleton mailing area. Known for its spectacular views, easy access to outdoor recreation, and well-maintained neighborhoods, it offers an exceptional Colorado lifestyle.
At a glance
Dakota Ridge is a residential community in unincorporated Jefferson County, Colorado, within the 80127 Littleton mailing area, situated against the foothills along the C-470 corridor. It offers direct access to foothills recreation and is near Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Housing includes single-family homes, townhomes, and ranch-style properties, and the area is served by Jefferson County Public Schools.
Price Range
Detached
$600K – $1.1M
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Zip Code
80127
Housing Market
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Schools
Dakota Ridge High School
Why People Love Living in Dakota Ridge
- Direct foothills access
- Close to C-470
- Mountain views
- Proximity to Red Rocks Amphitheatre
- Excellent Jefferson County schools
- Nearby parks and trails
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Dakota Ridge is served by the Dakota Ridge High School school district.
Notable Local Schools
- Dakota Ridge High School
- Summit Ridge Middle School
- Mount Carbon Elementary
- Colorow Elementary
Important: School attendance boundaries are subject to change. Always verify the specific schools assigned to a property's address directly with the district before making real estate decisions.
Parks & Outdoor Recreation
Residents of Dakota Ridge enjoy exceptional access to Colorado's outdoor lifestyle. The community is situated near extensive trail networks, local parks, and regional open spaces perfect for hiking, biking, and weekend recreation.
Local Dining & Shopping
The area surrounding Dakota Ridge features a diverse mix of local dining options, from casual neighborhood coffee shops and family-owned restaurants to convenient retail centers for everyday needs.
Dakota Ridge Market Report
Live Market Data
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Median price trends through First Half of 2026 for Dakota Ridge
Dakota Ridge Real Estate Market Stats
September 2026 · REcolorado MLS via InfoSparksSeptember 2026 Sales Activity
Ranked #10 most active neighborhood in Littleton · 0.5% of 206 closed sales
Closed Sales
1
Median Close
$840K
Avg $/SqFt
$undefined
Avg Days in MLS
4.0
Close/List
98.8%
Neighborhood-level sales activity can vary significantly month to month because relatively few homes may sell during any one reporting period. Longer-term trends provide better context.
Source: REcolorado MLS via InfoSparks. Reported sales were not necessarily listed or sold by Bryan Messick and are presented to show market trends.
Single Family Homes
Condos & Townhomes
What the Numbers Suggest
There are 4 active detached listings. 1 detached homes closed in September 2026. Detached homes sold in a median of 4 days on market. Detached inventory represents 1.5 months of supply. Detached homes closed at 98.8% of list price. Attached inventory is at 18.8 months of supply.
Dakota Ridge vs Littleton
Single Family vs Littleton
Condos & Townhomes vs Littleton
Local Activity in Dakota Ridge
Local counts shown for context. Subdivision-level active inventory is not directly comparable to Littleton-wide counts because the geographic areas differ in size.
Compared With Littleton
Homes here sold faster (4 days) than the Littleton detached median (21 days). Inventory is tighter here (1.5 months) than Littleton overall (2.7 months).
Neighborhood-level sales activity can vary significantly from month to month because relatively few homes may sell during any one reporting period. Longer-term trends provide better context.
Source: REcolorado MLS via InfoSparks. Reported sales were not necessarily listed or sold by Bryan Messick and are presented to show market trends.
Commute & Location Access
Trail & Open Space Access
Direct access to private open space & foothills trail network.
Biking & Recreation
Foothills terrain with connected community bike and recreation paths.
Typical Commute
- Downtown Denver25-35 min
- Denver Tech Center20-30 min
- Denver Airport (DIA)45-55 min
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