Hilltop Single-Family Homes

Hilltop occupies a prime elevated position in east-central Denver, just four miles from the State Capitol. The one-square-mile Hilltop neighborhood is bordered by Colorado Boulevard, 6th Avenue, and Alameda Avenue. Cranmer Park sits at Hilltop's heart, historically recognized as Denver's highest point and offering panoramic views of the Rocky Mountain Front Range from within the neighborhood.

Hilltop represents Denver's gold standard for affluent residential living, with approximately 9,300 residents and an average household income exceeding $215,000. Wide boulevards throughout Hilltop are lined with mature trees creating a park-like setting where 1930s-era estates coexist with contemporary custom builds. The Hilltop community attracts successful professionals and established families who value the neighborhood's architectural excellence and strong community engagement.

Hilltop's dining scene includes Call Your Mother Deli for breakfast sandwiches, High Point Creamery for artisan ice cream, and Park Burger for creative burgers and craft beer. Fortune Wok to Table offers refined Pan-Asian cuisine within Hilltop, while Quality Italian delivers steakhouse elegance. Hilltop's proximity to Cherry Creek's restaurant row provides additional diverse dining options minutes from the neighborhood.

Hilltop is home to Graland Country Day School, enrolling 700 students from preschool through eighth grade with an 8:1 student-teacher ratio and robust arts programs. Hilltop's public school options include Mary G. Carson Elementary and Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences. George Washington High School serves Hilltop families, sending 75% of graduates to four-year universities with International Baccalaureate programming.

Hilltop single family homes represent some of Denver's finest residential real estate, with median values around $1.3 million and premium Hilltop properties reaching $6 million. The Hilltop neighborhood showcases English Tudors, brick colonials, mid-century modern designs, and contemporary custom builds. Most Hilltop homes sit on generous lots averaging 9,000 square feet—50% larger than typical Denver parcels. Hilltop properties typically exceed 3,000 square feet, featuring open floor plans, gourmet kitchens, and luxury master suites.

Hilltop's location along major arterials provides direct routes to I-25, downtown Denver, and the Denver Tech Center. RTD bus service runs regularly with multiple stops throughout the Hilltop neighborhood. The nearest light rail station sits three miles from Hilltop, and Denver International Airport lies 19 miles from the neighborhood—roughly a 25-minute drive. Hilltop's position adjacent to Cherry Creek provides direct access to shopping and entertainment.

Hilltop residents enjoy convenient access to Cherry Creek Shopping Center, located directly adjacent to the neighborhood, with over 160 stores including Neiman Marcus, Louis Vuitton, and Hermès. Within Hilltop, Pete's Fruits and Vegetables—a neighborhood staple since 1974—provides farm-fresh produce and imported Greek specialties. Hilltop's location also provides easy access to Whole Foods, Natural Grocers, and King Soopers within a five-minute drive.

Hilltop's Cranmer Park anchors the neighborhood with 13 acres of rolling lawns, mature trees, and a famous sundial marking Denver's historic high point. Hilltop's Robinson Park adds tennis courts and athletic fields, while Burns Park within the neighborhood provides playgrounds for children. The Highline Canal trail system is accessible from Hilltop, offering 71 miles of paved pathways for running, cycling, and dog walking.