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Lock-and-leave homes for sale in Denver, Colorado, updated daily from the MLS: 937 Denver lock-and-leave homes listed from $69K to $5M, median about $429K. 218 of the 400 sampled are condos or townhomes. Call or text 303-955-4220. A live person answers.

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Denver Lock-and-Leave Market Statistics

930
Homes Listed
82
Avg. Days on Site
$354
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$562,033
Med. List Price

Lock-and-leave homes in Denver: the numbers this week

Three numbers frame lock-and-leave homes in Denver: the median list price ($429K), the price per square foot ($336) and the HOA (median $416 a month). 937 are for sale today from $69K to $5M; everything below comes from this week's listings.

Lock-and-leave homes in Denver this weekNumber
For sale937
Price range$69K to $5M
Median list price$429K
Median price per square foot$336
Size range312 to 7,281 sq ft
Listings with an HOA271 of 400 sampled (median $416/mo)
Condos and townhomes218 of 400 sampled
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Lock-and-leave homes in Denver by price57Under $225K89$225K to $350K74$350K to $475K77$475K to $650K63$650K to $1.05M40Over $1.05M
220 of the 400 sampled sit in the lower half of the range.
Lock-and-leave homes in Denver by bedrooms67Studio or 1 bed1642 beds1063 beds424 beds215+ beds
2 beds is the most common listing this week.
HOA on lock-and-leave homes in DenverWith a monthly HOA271No HOA129

Lock-and-leave homes in Denver by ZIP code

Lock-and-leave homes by ZIP code80238278024924802092380211228020321802062180247218022020

What the median lock-and-leave homes in Denver costs per month

Median Denver lock-and-leave homes home, $429K, 5% down, 7% note rate: about $3,620 a monthPrincipal and interest$2,711Property tax (about 0.55%)$197Homeowners insurance$125Mortgage insurance (5% down)$170HOA (median)$416A seller-paid 2-1 buydown takes year one to 5%: $2,188 principal and interest, $523 a month less.
Taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance and the HOA add about $908 a month to the note on the median Denver lock-and-leave homes home. Can I afford a home now? runs your own numbers.

About lock-and-leave homes in Denver

Read what the HOA covers. Roof, exterior paint, lawn, snow, trash, water. Two Denver communities with the same dues cover different lists. We read the declarations.

Dues are the trade. $200 to $600 a month in Denver buys the freedom to leave for a month. The lender counts the dues in your payment.

Reserves. A community that covers the roofs needs the money to replace them. The reserve study tells you whether the dues are real.

Attached or detached. Patio homes give you a detached house with the maintenance handled. Townhomes and condos give you less to insure.

Questions people ask about lock-and-leave homes in Denver

How many lock-and-leave homes are for sale in Denver right now?

937 this week, $69K to $5M, median $429K. The grid at the top of this page is the live MLS list and refreshes daily.

What is the median price of lock-and-leave homes in Denver?

$429K at list this week, for a median 1,284 square feet, $336 a square foot. Compare two on the per-foot number and the condition before the list price. More: Can I afford a home now?.

What does the median lock-and-leave homes in Denver cost per month?

About $3,620 a month on the median $429K lock-and-leave homes with 5 percent down at a 7 percent note rate: $2,711 principal and interest, $197 property tax, $125 insurance, $170 mortgage insurance, $416 HOA. A seller-paid 2-1 buydown cuts year one by $523. More: Can I afford a home now?.

Can I buy lock-and-leave home in Denver with a low down payment?

Yes. Colorado down-payment assistance works at a 620 credit score, FHA takes 3.5 percent down, VA zero where the buyer qualifies, and a seller credit covers closing costs. On the median $429K lock-and-leave homes that is $15,015 down at 3.5 percent. More: Can I afford a home now?.

Do lock-and-leave homes in Denver have HOA fees?

Most do: 271 of 400 sampled carry a monthly fee, median $416. Ask for the budget and the covenants before the inspection. More: HOA fees in Colorado, explained.

Which ZIP code has the most lock-and-leave homes in Denver?

80238 with 27 in this week's sample, then 80249 with 24.

What is a lock-and-leave home?

A home where the HOA or a service handles the exterior, the yard and the snow, so you can lock the door and travel. Patio homes, townhomes and condos are the Denver versions.

Are the HOA dues worth it?

Compare the dues to what you would pay for lawn, snow, exterior and roof reserves on a house. In Denver it is close to even, with the freedom on top. More: HOA fees in Colorado, explained.

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Lock-and-Leave Homes for Sale in Denver, CO: What You Are Looking At

The lock-and-leave homes for sale in Denver above are every MLS listing that calls out low-maintenance living: patio homes and townhomes where the HOA handles the exterior and the snow, condos with a doorman, and single-family homes in maintenance-free communities. Buyers searching Denver lock-and-leave homes also search low maintenance homes, maintenance-free homes, patio homes, homes with snow removal included, homes with lawn care included, second homes and homes for travelers, and this page carries all of them. As of September 28, 2026 this page shows 949 lock-and-leave homes for sale in Denver, and the count updates the moment a home lists or closes.

The Kenna Real Estate Group has sold Denver homes since 2002 and helps more downsizers and travelers every year. Call or text 303-955-4220. A live person answers.

What Lock-and-Leave Includes in Denver

  • Read what the HOA covers. Roof, exterior paint, lawn, snow, trash, water. Two Denver communities with the same dues cover different lists. We read the declarations.
  • Dues are the trade. $200 to $600 a month in Denver buys the freedom to leave for a month. The lender counts the dues in your payment.
  • Reserves. A community that covers the roofs needs the money to replace them. The reserve study tells you whether the dues are real.
  • Attached or detached. Patio homes give you a detached house with the maintenance handled. Townhomes and condos give you less to insure.
  • Rentals and pets. Lock-and-leave owners travel; some rent. The covenants set the rules on both.

How to Buy a Lock-and-Leave Home in Denver

  1. Tell us how long you leave and what you want handled. It picks the Denver communities whose HOA does the right list.
  2. Get pre-approved so your offer in Denver carries weight the day you find the right home.
  3. Tour with a Kenna agent, 7 days a week. We show you the home, the block and the closed comps.
  4. Write with inspection, appraisal and loan deadlines that protect you, and negotiate what the inspection finds.
  5. Close. Most Denver closings run 30 to 45 days.

Selling in Denver?

Say what the HOA covers in the first line of a Denver listing; lock-and-leave buyers shop the list before the house. A free Smart Pricing Report from the Kenna Real Estate Group prices your home against the closed sales that match it. Call or text 303-955-4220.

Lock-and-Leave Homes Near Denver

Denver Questions

What is a lock-and-leave home?

A home where the HOA or a service handles the exterior, the yard and the snow, so you can lock the door and travel. Patio homes, townhomes and condos are the Denver versions.

Are the HOA dues worth it?

Compare the dues to what you would pay for lawn, snow, exterior and roof reserves on a house. In Denver it is close to even, with the freedom on top.

Can I find a detached lock-and-leave home?

Yes. Patio-home communities in Denver sell detached homes with the maintenance handled by the HOA.

Can I see a Denver lock-and-leave home today?

Yes. Call or text 303-955-4220 and a Kenna agent meets you there, 7 days a week.

More for Denver Buyers

Kenna Real Estate Group at Keller Williams DTC · 6300 S Syracuse Way, Suite 150, Centennial · Call or text 303-955-4220. A live person answers, 7 days a week.

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