Centennial

Established subdivisions, top rated schools split between two respected districts, and a straight shot to the Tech Center. Centennial is the practical pick for South Denver buyers.

Overview for Centennial, CO

107,386 people live in Centennial, where the median age is 41.8 and the average individual income is $63,885. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

107,386

Total Population

41.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$63,885

Average individual Income

Centennial is almost entirely residential, built out over the last several decades into a genuinely wide range of established subdivisions. It does not have one obvious downtown, and most people who live there will tell you that is fine, the appeal here is easy access to everything around it rather than a destination in itself.

It also splits between two respected districts, Cherry Creek and Littleton Public Schools, so the specific address matters more here than the city name.

Centennial At A Glance

Where it is: South Denver metro, Arapahoe County
Commute cheat sheet: Denver Tech Center about 10 to 15 minutes, downtown Denver about 25 to 30 minutes
Getting around: I-25, C-470, Arapahoe Rd
The vibe: Established, residential, practical rather than flashy

Which Part of Centennial Fits You

Area	Vibe	Housing	Why People Pick It
Piney Creek	Highly sought after, established	Larger single family homes	One of Centennial's most desirable pockets
Southglenn	Community centered, walkable core	Mixed housing near the Southglenn shopping district	Real neighborhood center with shops and restaurants
Willow Creek	Upscale, established	Larger lots, mature landscaping	Classic Centennial feel with more space
Homestead	Family friendly	Traditional suburban single family	Strong schools, straightforward suburban living

Life Outside the House

Trails and parks: Centennial Center Park, the Cherry Creek Trail system, South Suburban and Willow Creek Golf Clubs
Rec and family: Park Meadows Mall for shopping and dining
Food and drink: Southglenn's shopping and restaurant district

How Far Is Everything, Really

Destination	Drive Time	Good to Know
Denver Tech Center	~10 to 15 min	The main draw for a lot of buyers here
Downtown Denver	~25 to 30 min	Via I-25
DIA	~35 to 40 min	Via I-225 and Pena Blvd
Park Meadows Mall	~10 min	Central to most of the city

SCHOOLS (BIG IMPACT ON YOUR PROPERTY VALUES)

Centennial splits between Cherry Creek School District and Littleton Public Schools, both consistently well regarded. Verify the exact address, since the two districts run different boundaries through the city.

School	Known For	Feeds From
Cherry Creek High School (Cherry Creek)	Large, highly rated	Eastern Centennial
Arapahoe High School (Littleton)	Strong academics and athletics	Western Centennial

Both districts offer open enrollment and charter options, worth checking depending on your specific address.

If a short Tech Center commute and strong schools matter more to you than a flashy downtown, Centennial is worth a serious look. Call or text and let's talk numbers.

Schools in Centennial, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Centennial. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Centennial, CO

There's plenty to do around Centennial, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

46

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

35

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

32

Some Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including DT Fit, and Eyebrow Station.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the DT Fit page on Yelp	Active	0.79 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Eyebrow Station page on Yelp	Beauty	0.79 miles	1 review	5/5 stars

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