Life in Arvada is the subject of several posts I’ve written on neighborhoods, merchants and stores, things to do, and other local info, with the hope of helping those trying to get a feel for life here.
I know how hard it can be to get a handle on the ins-and-outs of a smaller town like Arvada. People seem to think about Denver or Boulder when moving to Colorado, but what about all those friendly towns and neighborhoods between the better-known cities? Arvada is one of those towns, and it’s a sweet one.
So if you’re new to the area between Denver and Boulder, or thinking of moving here, I hope you’ll find the info in these posts informative and enlightening. I’ve gathered them here, and will keep adding links to this post as I get new ones written.
Enjoy!
(And if you have questions I can address, or if there’s something you’d like to see more info on, let me know.)
I write posts focused on local businesses as a public service, and am not endorsing any business, nor do I have any sort of ‘relationship’ with them, other than as a raving customer. My hope is to give people an idea of the ‘flavor’ of the community of Arvada, in case they’re new here or considering a move here.
I am a residential real estate agent, and would love to assist you if you’re considering buying or selling a home in the northwestern Denver suburbs.
About Arvada
People Always Think of Denver or Boulder, But What’s an Arvada?
Colorado Lingo – Front Range, Eastern Plains, Front Range
Neighborhoods
Hanging Out in The Village of Five Parks
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for Five Parks neighborhood for June 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for Huntington Heights for June, 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market report for Lake Arbor for June 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for Meadowglen neighborhood for June 2011
Mid Century homes in Arvada, Colorado
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market report for Arvada’s mid-century modern homes for June, 2011.
New Homes for Sale in West Arvada – Whisper Creek, Spring Mesa, more
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** See a market report for Arvada’s new homes for June, 2011.
Olde Town Arvada’s Historic Neighborhoods
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market report for Arvada’s historic homes for June, 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for Pomona Lakes for June 2011;
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for The Pond for June 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market report for Rainbow Ridge for June 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for for Sierra Vista for June 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for Westwoods Neighborhood for June 2011
**Arvada Home Sales Reports for October 2011** Market Report for Wyndham Park for June 2011
Merchants, Restaurants, and Stores
Roosters Mens’ Grooming Center
Fiori di Flavio – Olde Town Arvada Flower Shop
A Butcher – Steve’s Meat Market
A Baker – Rheinlander German Baker
La Patisserie Francaise French Bakery
A Candlestick Maker – Nature’s Gift Candleworks and Studio
Novo Coffee and The Arvada Coffee Bar
Scrumptious Ice Cream and Candy Shop
Things to Do in Arvada
Arvada Trails Day – June 2, 2012
Kite Festival – April 14, 2012
Colorado Tartan Day – April 14, 2012
Celebrate Your 90s at High Tea – March 10, 2012
Hike Arvada This Winter (2011-2012)
A Chocolate Affair in Olde Town Arvada
Olde Town Arvada Presents Flicks in the Square
Garden Classes at Timberline in Arvada
Arvada’s Free Summer Concert Series 2011
Colorado Tartan Day – April 9, 2011
Olde Town Arvada’s Merchants invite you to ‘Lagniappe’ this Christmas
Enjoy a Musical ‘A Christmas Carol’ at the Arvada Center (2010)
Christmas in Olde Town Lagniappe in Olde Town
Halloween in Olde Town Arvada (2010)
Pets Trick or Treat in Olde Town Arvada (2010)
Things to do Near Arvada
Hot Air Balloom Festival in the Mountains
Colorado Rennaissance Festival
4th of July in Denver Colorado
Black Canyon of Gunnison National Park
Johnson’s Corner – Truck Stop and Famous Cinammon Rolls
Eldorado Canyon for hiking, pickniking
Film on the Rocks (Red Rocks – Morrison)
Free Outdoor Concerts at Flatirons Mall
Free Outdoor Concerts at Westminster Promenade
Quality of Life
How Arvada Christmas Trees Live Forever
White Christmas Denver to Boulder
Remodeling Vintage Arvada Homes
The City of Arvada Wants You to Get to Know Your Neighbors
Wind Power Meets Needs of 450,000 Households
Recycle Your Turkey-Frying Oil
How our Doggies Deal with the Snow
Arvada’s Got Trains - ’Quiet Zones’ Update March 2011
Protesting Your Property Tax Valuation
Favorite Plants in my Colorado Garden
Gardening between Denver and Boulder
Get Up-to-Date Crime Info Between Denver and Boulder
Traffic Accidents During ‘Accident Alert’
Real Estate News and Info
Arvada Home Sales Reports for February 2012
How Many Arvada Home Sales are Short Sales?
The Housing Crisis is Almost Over! Or, Is It?
Another Real Estate Myth: Lenders Aren’t Lending?
What Homeowners Need to Know About Short Sales Now
Legislative Changes Pertaining to Colorado Homeowners
First Time Home Buyer Program – No Payment for 3 Months
What Happened to the Short Sales?
Buy a House in Colorado: An Expose on the Annoying Stuff That Happens
Get a Permit When Required, Check for Permits When You Buy a House
My Newsletter on Local Events, News, and Real Estate
Homes Denver to Boulder March 2012
Homes Denver to Boulder February 2012
Homes Denver to Boulder January 2012
Homes Denver to Boulder December 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder November 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder October 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder August 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder May 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder April 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder March 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder February 2011
Homes Denver to Boulder January 2011
Copyright © 2011-2012 Joetta Fort
Broker, The DiGiorgio Group
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I write posts on real estate issues and local events in the Denver metro area, especially those *communities between Denver and Boulder, as a public service. My hope is to give people an idea of the ‘flavor’ of our community, in case they’re new or moving to the Denver area.
I am a residential real estate agent, happily helping folks buy a house or sell a house in the beautiful and friendly *suburbs northwest of Denver.
*Arvada, Broomfield, Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, Westminster; also Thornton, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Northglen, Lakewood
Find Homes for Sale, no Matter Who Listed Them, at Dream House Hunting.
Gardeners – please visit my blog about high plains gardening, Beauty of Gardening.
I do tire of writing profiles about myself, I'd much rather talk about you! So please email or call me sometime.
And if you're looking for someone to maybe help you buy or sell a home in the vicinity north of Denver, Colorado and you'd like to learn more about me, visit my website, DreamHouseHunting.com.
If at least a little info would be helpful, I've lived in Arvada since 1993, I've been a licensed, full-time real estate agent since 2001. You can read some past clients' testimonials on my website.
I hope to hear from you soon!
Joetta Fort, Broker Associate
Equity Colorado 
Great post, I love this site as it provides so much good information.
Thanks for stopping by!
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