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Highland, CO
Highland · CO 80211
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.2M
Median Price
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Walk Score
8/10
Schools
7 min
to Denver, CO
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score48/100
Our Take
Highland offers a lively urban vibe, excellent schools, and short commutes to downtown Denver. It’s a solid choice for commuters and families alike, though the high cost of living and occasional noise can be a consideration.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated public schools (average 8/10)
- ✓Very short commute to downtown Denver (7 minutes)
- ✓Excellent dining and nightlife options nearby
- ✓Strong public and private school choices
Real Talk
- !High cost of housing and rental rates
- !Parking and traffic congestion can be challenging
- !Noise from downtown and busy streets
- !Limited quiet, more urban environment
- $High property taxes for Denver residents
- $Potential HOA fees for condos or co‑ops
- $Elevated insurance costs for older homes
Best For
CommutersYoung professionalsFamilies with school-aged childrenUrban lifestyle seekers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Highland, CO
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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