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Lakewood, CO
Lakewood · Jefferson County · CO 80226
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Lakewood, Denver
Good for now
Verdict
$478K
Median Price
44/100
Walk Score
8.1/10
Schools
13 min
to Denver, CO
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
81/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
DWalkability
44/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
Lakewood offers solid schools, a quick 13‑minute drive into Denver, and decent green spaces, making it a solid choice for families and commuters. However, the neighborhood is car‑dependent, has a low walk score, and housing costs are relatively high compared to income.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated schools with many options
- ✓Short commute to Denver
- ✓Suburban feel with parks and trails
- ✓Strong sense of community
Real Talk
- !Car dependence means parking and traffic can be annoying
- !Housing price is high relative to median income
- !Walk score is low – few places to walk or bike around
- !Crime rates are moderate, so keep an eye on local news
- $Parking and vehicle maintenance
- $Higher utility costs due to larger homes
- $School taxes add to property expenses
Best For
Families with kidsSuburban commutersHomeowners looking for school accessRemote workers who need space
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Lakewood, 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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