Southeast Denver
Kennedy
A small corner of Denver built around a big public golf complex, next to Cherry Creek State Park.
Location: Far southeast Denver, roughly between Hampden Ave, Dayton St, Dartmouth Ave, Peoria St and I-225 | Vibe: Small, mostly condos and apartments, outdoorsy | Known for: Kennedy Golf Course, ball fields, Cherry Creek State Park next door
Kennedy is one of Denver’s smallest and least-known neighborhoods, about 4,400 people in the far southeast corner of the city, roughly between Hampden Avenue, Dayton Street, Dartmouth Avenue, Peoria Street and I-225. Aurora surrounds it on several sides, and many people assume it is part of Aurora.
Most of the land is taken up by Kennedy Golf Course and the city’s Kennedy ball fields. The park is named for President John F. Kennedy.
What the homes are like
Housing here is mostly apartment complexes and condos, many from the 1970s and 1980s, with a smaller number of townhomes. Single-family homes are rare inside the neighborhood lines. That makes Kennedy a practical place to look for a condo with a Denver address and quick access to the Tech Center and Cherry Creek State Park.
Living here day to day
Kennedy Golf Course is one of the city’s largest golf complexes, with regulation holes, a par-3 course and FootGolf. Cherry Creek State Park, with its reservoir, trails and beaches, is right next door, and the Cherry Creek Trail and High Line Canal Trail are close by. Shopping and restaurants are along Hampden and Parker Road.
Kennedy at a glance
Residents
About 4,400 people (2020 census).
Getting around
I-225 runs along the edge of the neighborhood, with quick access to I-25 and the Tech Center. Downtown is about 25 minutes by car.
Public schools
Denver Public Schools. Because the neighborhood borders Aurora, double-check whether an address is in DPS or Cherry Creek School District before you buy.
Rules to know
Most homes are condos. Review HOA documents, reserves and any special assessments, and confirm the address is in the City and County of Denver.
“Kennedy is a quiet place to find a condo with a Denver address and a golf course and state park out the door.”
Marla on Kennedy
Discover Kennedy
Local spots worth knowing
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Kennedy Golf Course
A large city golf complex with regulation holes, a par-3 course and FootGolf.
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Cherry Creek State Park
A reservoir, beaches, trails and a dog off-leash area, right next door.
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Kennedy ball fields
City softball and baseball fields used by leagues all over Denver.
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Cherry Creek Trail
A paved trail nearby that runs all the way to downtown.
Kennedy real estate
Kennedy is mostly condos and apartments, with a few townhomes and very few single-family homes. Zillow does not publish a separate home value index for Kennedy, so I look at recent condo sales in the neighborhood and nearby Hampden to gauge pricing.
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Who buys in Kennedy
The buyers I see in Kennedy are usually looking for an affordable condo with outdoor access.
First-time buyers
Condos with a Denver address at prices that can still work.
Golfers
One of the city’s biggest golf complexes is right in the neighborhood.
Outdoor lovers
Cherry Creek State Park and two major trails close by.
Kennedy questions I get asked
Is Kennedy part of Denver or Aurora?
Kennedy is in the City and County of Denver, but Aurora surrounds it on several sides. Always confirm the city and school district for a specific address.
What kind of homes are in Kennedy?
Mostly condos and apartments from the 1970s and 1980s, with some townhomes and very few single-family homes.
How much do homes cost in Kennedy?
Zillow does not publish a separate home value index for Kennedy. Condos here are usually among the more affordable options in southeast Denver. I can pull recent sales for you.
Is Kennedy Golf Course public?
Yes. It is a City of Denver course and open to the public, with regulation holes, a par-3 course and FootGolf.
Nearby neighborhoods
Hampden and Hampden South are to the west. Denver Tech Center is a few minutes southwest, and Cherry Creek State Park is right next door.
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Thinking about Kennedy?
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