Luxury homes and luxury prices to go with them. This home on the right is a quintessential Hilltop home with large yards, set back from the street for ultimate privacy. Lush trees are smattered across each block, making you feel as though you are not in the city at all.

Hilltop, aptly named for sitting quite high in the city. A thoroughly luxury neighborhood, the homes are substantial, stunning and varied. Like many Denver areas, there is a healthy amount of scrapes with glistening new architecture, combined with old Tudors and Spanish revivals. With good schools and proximity to Cherry Creek North shopping makes this an even more desirable location.

Housing prices in Hilltop aren’t just about the area’s charm—they also reflect the larger lot sizes. Most lots in Denver are around 6,250 square feet, but in Hilltop, they’re closer to 9,000 square feet. As for home prices, a two-bedroom condo in the neighborhood typically goes for about $600,000, while a spacious modern mansion with a pool and courtyard can list for over $5 million.

When it comes to outdoor spaces, Hilltop offers a ton of parks. Cranmer Park, one of the most popular, is located over a mile above sea level and offers amazing mountain views. The park’s unique six-foot Chinese sundial is a favorite for kids who love to climb, and its wide open fields and beautiful gardens make it perfect for picnics, jogs, and bike rides. Robinson Park is another local gem, with tons of fun amenities. In the summer, people enjoy the basketball courts, playgrounds, and big lawn, while in winter, the sledding hill becomes a popular spot when the snow falls. The Denver Tennis Club, which has been around since 1928, offers both indoor and outdoor courts and is a local favorite for tennis and socializing. And let’s not forget about Four Mile Park, home to the city’s first cabin and host to a memorable Fourth of July festival complete with fireworks and face painting.

Hilltop really combines the best of both worlds—charm, space, and plenty of things to do! Plus, some of the better public schools in Denver proper.