Evergreen Real Estate
Mountain Living Within Reach of the City
Historical Q2 2026 community estimates, with Compass / REcolorado MLS market context. These figures are not a live feed; request current comparable sales for a decision.
About Evergreen
This guide covers Custom mountain homes, View properties on acreage, Lakeside residences, Equestrian estates in Evergreen. Explore local subareas including Hiwan / Soda Creek, Upper Bear Creek, North Evergreen, then compare properties by location, condition, and lot characteristics.
The historical Q2 2026 estimates center near $985,000 at $462 per square foot, with average days on market around 56 and a year-over-year trend of +3.6%. The balanced label describes that historical comparison. Check recent sales and active competition before deciding how it applies to a property today.
Key Facts for 2026
- Median sale price: $985,000
- Year-over-year price trend: +3.6%
- Average days on market: 56 days
- Median price per square foot: $462
- Market temperature: balanced
- Tier: luxury
Historical Q2 2026 community estimates, with Compass / REcolorado MLS market context. These figures are not a live feed; request current comparable sales for a decision.
Property Types in Evergreen
- Custom mountain homes
- View properties on acreage
- Lakeside residences
- Equestrian estates
Living in Evergreen
Places to explore in and around Evergreen include Evergreen Lake, Evergreen Lake House, Hiwan Heritage Park & Museum. The local guide below describes their role in the area.
Check travel times from the specific address at the times you expect to commute. Confirm access, hours, and any membership or admission requirements directly with each institution before planning a visit.
Defining Places in Evergreen
Named, verifiable institutions and landmarks that shape this market. Outbound links go to official sources only.
- Evergreen Lakenatural
55-acre reservoir on Bear Creek; the visual heart of Evergreen.
- Evergreen Lake Houselandmark
1923 log structure; on the National Register and a primary community gathering site.
- Hiwan Heritage Park & Museummuseum
17-room 1880s log home; Jefferson County operated, on the National Register.
- Elk Meadow Open Space Parkpark
1,140-acre Jeffco Open Space park north of Evergreen Lake.
- Three Sisters Park / Alderferpark
770-acre Jeffco Open Space park with namesake rock formations.
- Evergreen Golf Courseclub
1925 public course owned by Denver Mountain Parks.
Notable Sub-Areas
Distinct named pockets within Evergreen that price and trade independently.
Hiwan / Soda Creek
Established subdivision around the historic Hiwan Homestead.
Upper Bear Creek
Western canyon corridor with larger lots and creek access.
North Evergreen
Higher-elevation north-side lots toward Squaw Pass Road.
School Districts Serving Evergreen
Verify exact attendance assignments by address with the district directly. Boundaries can shift with capacity.
Verifiable Local Facts
Governance, geography, and historical facts pulled from official municipal, district, and institutional sources.
- Evergreen is an unincorporated community in Jefferson County; there is no Evergreen city government.
- Evergreen Lake House is owned by the Evergreen Park & Recreation District and is on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Evergreen sits at roughly 7,200 feet elevation; expect winter access realities (snow tires, plowed-road premium) in any underwriting.
Evergreen is an unincorporated mountain community where 'school district' (Jeffco), 'water source' (well or district), 'access road' (paved, plowed), and 'wildfire mitigation' are pricing variables that simply don't exist in city markets. Buyers should underwrite all four separately.
Local guide review dated .
Market Considerations
Compare Like Properties
The guide covers Custom mountain homes, View properties on acreage, Lakeside residences, Equestrian estates. Separate property types when reviewing comparable sales, and account for lot size, condition, renovation scope, and any association fees.
Check the Exact Address
Confirm school attendance, zoning, permitted uses, and any HOA or district obligations for the address. A community name alone does not establish those boundaries or rules.
Visit Your Daily Destinations
Use the local places and subareas in this guide to plan a visit. Check the routes you would use for work, errands, and recreation at the times you expect to travel.
Refresh the Pricing Evidence
The price, timing, and annual-change figures here are historical Q2 2026 estimates. Request recent closed sales and competing listings before setting an offer or listing price.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Evergreen in 2026?
The historical Q2 2026 estimate for Evergreen is $985,000 for median price and $462 per square foot. These community estimates are a starting point for comparison, not a current valuation or a transaction-level market report.
How quickly do homes sell in Evergreen?
The historical Q2 2026 estimate is 56 average days on market in Evergreen. It does not predict a particular listing's timeline. Review recent comparable sales, competing listings, condition, and asking price to assess a property today.
What types of homes are available in Evergreen?
The property types covered in this guide are Custom mountain homes, View properties on acreage, Lakeside residences, Equestrian estates. This list is not active inventory; review current listings and relevant recently closed comparables for a specific search.
What should I consider before buying in Evergreen?
Compare the property with recent sales of similar homes, then consider financing, taxes, insurance, maintenance, resale costs, and your expected time in the home. The published Q2 2026 price-change estimate describes a historical period; it does not establish future appreciation or investment returns.
How does Evergreen compare to Conifer and Golden?
Using the historical Q2 2026 estimates, Conifer (median $825,000) and Golden (median $825,000) can be compared with Evergreen at $985,000. A property-level comparison also needs lot size, home type, condition, and location; these estimates do not adjust for those differences.
Why work with Rick Janson when buying or selling in Evergreen?
Rick Janson is a JD/MBA Realtor® whose practice covers Denver, Boulder County, and the foothills with a strategy-first, advisory posture rather than a transactional one. Clients hire Rick for private, accurate market reads, careful negotiation, and disciplined preparation.
Sources and Methodology
The median price, price per square foot, year-over-year movement, days on market, and nearby comparisons reproduce this site's published Q2 2026 community estimates. They are not a transaction-level export or an appraisal. The references below provide general market, geographic, and licensing context; they do not document the individual transactions behind each estimate. A page review date does not mean the figures were refreshed.
- Denver Metro Association of Realtors (DMAR) - Market Trends Reports
- REcolorado MLS - market context for the historical Q2 2026 estimates
- Colorado Division of Real Estate
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for the relevant county
- Colorado Department of Local Affairs - State Demography Office
- NAR Research and Statistics
Page review date: . The right anchor for a specific buy or sell decision in Evergreen is a current pull of closed comparables filtered for lot, vintage, condition, and execution.
For the definitions, source context, and limitations of these historical community estimates, see How Rick Reads a Market - Methodology.
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