Commute in Edgewater

Edgewater is approximately 4 miles west of downtown Denver via Colfax Avenue or 20th Avenue — one of the shortest commutes in the metro. Off-peak drive time is 10–15 minutes; during rush hour, expect 20–30 minutes. RTD bus routes run along Colfax with direct service to downtown. The W Line light rail is accessible at nearby Sheridan or Lakewood/Wadsworth stations, a 5–10 minute drive.

Sloan’s Lake Park is Edgewater’s defining outdoor feature — Denver’s second-largest park at 177 acres, with a 2.5-mile loop trail, kayaking, and paddleboarding. The loop trail is flat and paved, connecting to the broader Denver trail network. Edgewater Park provides playground and picnic areas within the city limits.

Edgewater’s cost of living is comparable to Denver, with housing as the main expense. The median annual property tax is approximately $2,878 (Livability). Median household income is $76,591. At $563K–$620K median home value, Edgewater undercuts adjacent Denver neighborhoods while offering similar lake access and commute times.

The nearest hospital is St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, approximately 10 minutes away. Denver Health is roughly 15 minutes east. Multiple hospitals are accessible within a 10–15 minute drive, providing strong proximity to major medical centers for this small city.