The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 80439 sells for about $950,000, or $394 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.6% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 56 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,475 a month.
ZIP 80439 — Hayden
The Evergreen housing market in 80439 is currently experiencing a cooling trend with a median sale price of $950,000, representing a 2.6% year-over-year decline. Market activity is characterized by a median of 56 days on market and limited inventory, reflecting a cautious environment for both buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers and remote workers seeking a mountain lifestyle with access to outdoor recreation while remaining within commuting distance of Denver.
Median prices moved down 2.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 56 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 80439, Jefferson County CO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Jefferson County School District, which generally maintains a strong reputation for academic performance in the foothills region.
The area faces significant wildfire risk due to its mountainous, forested terrain, which influences local property insurance availability and premiums.
Economic momentum is driven by its status as a mountain community with proximity to Denver, featuring a mix of local retail, tourism, and remote-work professionals.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Colorado) — Statutory Agricultural Land Reclassification and Improvement Valuation: Under C.R.S. § 39-1-102(1.6)(a)(I), up to two acres of land directly underlying a residential improvement on agricultural parcels are segregated and assessed at residential rates (6.80% / 7. State (Colorado) — Senior and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Homestead Exemption: Exempts 50% of the first $200,000 of actual market value of the qualifying primary residential parcel from property taxation (a maximum actual value deduction of $100,000). State (Colorado) — Colorado Split Residential Property Tax Assessment Rate Structure: Imposes annual ad valorem property taxes determined using a bifurcated assessment rate system. Assessed Value = Actual (Market) Value × Assessment Rate. Beginning for tax years 2025/2026, residential property is assessed at 6.
Commuters typically drive via I-70 or US-285 to reach the Denver metropolitan employment core, with travel times heavily dependent on mountain traffic conditions.
The area offers extensive outdoor amenities including Evergreen Lake, numerous hiking and mountain biking trails, and proximity to regional parks and golf courses.
The rental market shows moderate demand with a median rent of $3,475, reflecting a 5.46% year-over-year increase.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, outdoor recreation, and a high concentration of remote-work professionals commuting to the Denver metro area.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, relying on major highway corridors like I-70 and US-285 for regional connectivity.
Development is largely constrained by topography and environmental protections, with limited large-scale residential projects currently reported.
The Jefferson County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments conducted periodically to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including local fire protection districts, water and sanitation districts, and the Jefferson County School District.
Property insurance in this region is significantly impacted by wildfire hazard exposure, leading to higher premiums and stricter underwriting requirements.
Data not available in current census extracts.
- Slick City Action Park4.516.6 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Littleton3.717.8 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.218.1 mi
- The Splash at Fossil Trace4.514.3 mi
- Kids Dig4.617.8 mi
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre4.912.4 mi
- Echo Mountain4.56.6 mi
- Denver Botanic Gardens Chatfield Farms4.618.2 mi
- The Fort4.412.7 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Littleton3.717.8 mi
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre4.912.4 mi
- Lair o’ the Bear Park4.89.8 mi
- Staunton State Park4.87.8 mi
- Lookout Mountain Park4.812.9 mi
- Mount Falcon Park4.811 mi
- Georgetown Loop Railroad4.615.8 mi
- Colorado Railroad Museum4.616.4 mi
- The Fort4.412.7 mi
- The Buffalo Bill Museum and Grave4.712.9 mi
- Mines Museum of Earth Science4.814.3 mi
- Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre4.912.4 mi
- Lair o’ the Bear Park4.89.8 mi
- Staunton State Park4.87.8 mi
- Lookout Mountain Park4.812.9 mi
- Mount Falcon Park4.811 mi
- Evergreen Golf Course4.35.1 mi
- Brooks Place Tavern4.49.2 mi
- Safeway3.89.4 mi
- King Soopers4.19 mi
- Safeway4.29.2 mi
- King Soopers46.4 mi
- Safeway4.15.1 mi
- Blue Sky Bistro4.726.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A central hub for recreation including boating, fishing, and ice skating.
Popular regional park known for extensive hiking and mountain biking trails.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).