5 Things to Know Before Moving to Cherry Hills Village, CO

A home in Cherry Hills Village, Colorado lists from $2,000,000 to well over $10,000,000, sits on a minimum lot of roughly two and a half acres in most of the village, and has no sidewalks by design — the roads are shared with the equestrian trail network instead. Here is what to plan for if your search starts in Greenwich, Connecticut.

What does a home cost in Cherry Hills Village, CO?

Cherry Hills Village is one of the highest-value zip codes on the Front Range. Homes list from $2,000,000 to $10,000,000 and up, with price driven heavily by lot size, mature trees and proximity to the Denver Country Club or Cherry Hills Country Club. Search current inventory at Explore Cherry Hills Village.

How big are the lots in Cherry Hills Village?

Most of the village is zoned for a minimum of two and a half acres per lot, and many properties run larger. That zoning is intentional and has stayed in place since incorporation specifically to preserve the low-density, estate character of the community.

Is Cherry Hills Village its own town?

Yes. Cherry Hills Village is an incorporated home-rule municipality in Arapahoe County with its own city council, police department and building code, distinct from Denver or Greenwood Village next door.

What HOA or covenant rules apply in Cherry Hills Village?

Rules vary by subdivision rather than a single village-wide HOA. Some sections carry architectural review covenants for fencing, outbuildings and exterior changes; others have no HOA at all. Confirm the exact covenants recorded against a specific parcel before you plan a renovation.

How does Cherry Hills Village compare to Greenwich, Connecticut?

Both are low-density, high-value communities built around large lots, privacy and proximity to a major metro's business core, but the built form is different: Greenwich's back-country estates sit closer to the coast and older stone-wall property lines, while Cherry Hills Village lots are flatter, drier and built around irrigated turf, mature cottonwoods and direct horse-trail access. If you're still arranging the Connecticut side of the move, get a quote from Greenwich movers before you book — you are free to use any mover, local or national.

What golf clubs are near Cherry Hills Village?

Cherry Hills Country Club has hosted multiple major championships and sits inside the village. The Denver Country Club borders the north edge. Both are private, membership clubs — a Cherry Hills Village address does not include membership.

Are there sidewalks in Cherry Hills Village?

Mostly no. The village deliberately kept sidewalks out of most residential streets to preserve the rural, equestrian feel, and instead maintains a dedicated bridle and multi-use trail system separate from the road network.

What is the commute from Cherry Hills Village to downtown Denver?

Cherry Hills Village sits just south of Denver along University Boulevard and Colorado Boulevard. Downtown Denver runs 20 to 30 minutes outside rush hour, and the Denver Tech Center is closer still, running 10 to 15 minutes.

How is water supplied to large Cherry Hills Village lots?

Water comes through a mix of local water districts depending on the specific parcel, and large-lot irrigation is a major line item — expect a meaningfully higher water bill on a two-and-a-half-acre lot than on a standard suburban lot. Ask for two years of water bills on any property before you close.

What should I know about horses and equestrian use on Cherry Hills Village property?

Many Cherry Hills Village properties are zoned to allow horses, and the village trail network was built with equestrian use in mind. Confirm the specific parcel's zoning and any barn or outbuilding permit history before assuming you can keep horses on a given lot.

What utility providers serve Cherry Hills Village?

Xcel Energy provides electric and gas service. Water and sewer providers vary by district within the village — confirm which district serves a specific address before you budget your utility costs.

What is the property tax structure in Cherry Hills Village?

Property tax is billed through Arapahoe County using Colorado's state-set residential assessment rate against market value, then applied against the village, county and any special district mill levies. On multimillion-dollar properties, get the exact current mill levy from the county assessor rather than estimating from a neighbor's bill.

How does Colorado income tax compare to Connecticut income tax?

Colorado runs a flat state income tax near 4.4%. Connecticut uses graduated brackets that run meaningfully higher at upper income levels, so many households moving from Fairfield County see a real reduction in state income tax — confirm your own bracket with a tax professional before you assume the exact savings.

What should I budget for hail and wildfire-zone insurance on a large estate lot?

Colorado's hail season runs spring through September and drives higher premiums than most of the Northeast. Large, tree-heavy lots near open space can also sit closer to wildfire-risk mapping than a standard suburban lot — ask your insurer to run a quote against the specific address, including any defensible-space requirements, before you're under contract.

How does Cherry Hills Village compare to Greenwood Village?

Greenwood Village, just to the east, offers a similar low-density feel with somewhat smaller average lots and more homes in the $1,000,000 to $3,000,000 range, plus closer proximity to the Denver Tech Center office corridor. See Explore Greenwood Village to compare.

Is Cherry Hills Village a good fit for downsizing to a smaller estate lot?

Some longtime Front Range owners downsize from a larger acreage property into a smaller Cherry Hills Village lot to stay close to the Denver Country Club and Cherry Hills Country Club corridor while shedding maintenance. Compare options against nearby Greenwood Village in the Greenwood Village vs Centennial and Cherry Hills downsizing comparison.

What is the climate and elevation in Cherry Hills Village?

Elevation runs around 5,300 to 5,400 feet, close to Denver's own 5,280 feet. Expect roughly 300 days of sun a year, stronger UV exposure than sea-level Connecticut, and dry winters punctuated by fast-moving snow that melts within days.

How long does it take to plan a move from the Northeast to Colorado?

For an estate-lot purchase, plan on 8 to 16 weeks between an accepted offer and closing if the sale involves inspections, well or septic review (on properties that have them), and a coordinated long-distance move. Start the Colorado search and any Connecticut sale in parallel rather than sequentially.

Where to go next

• Search every home for sale in Cherry Hills Village
• Explore Greenwood Village
• Colorado luxury homes for sale by area
• How to evaluate luxury homes in Colorado
• Colorado horse properties for sale

Talk to the Kenna Real Estate Group

The Kenna Real Estate Group works with households relocating from the Northeast to Colorado's estate-lot communities, comparing Cherry Hills Village against Greenwood Village and Castle Pines before you commit to a parcel. Call or text 303-955-4220. A live person answers. Not a robot, not a phone tree. Ready to look now? search every home for sale in Colorado.