Moving to Colorado / Mountain towns
Bailey / Conifer
Not walkable for errands. These are rural mountain communities along US-285 where you will drive for everything.
Is it walkable?
Not walkable for errands. These are rural mountain communities along US-285 where you will drive for everything.
What's walkable: Trails and open space; Staunton State Park is nearby.
Drive times
| Downtown Denver | about 40–65 min |
|---|---|
| Denver Tech Center | about 40–60 min |
| Lakewood | about 30–50 min |
Approximate, at normal (non-rush) traffic. Rush hour, weekend mountain traffic and snow can add a lot.
Transit
No rail. Most people drive US-285 into the metro. Conifer is the closer of the two.
What it's like
Forested mountain communities southwest of Denver along US-285. Conifer is closer in and more built up; Bailey is farther out, along the North Fork of the South Platte River. Homes are mostly single-family on wooded acreage.
What homes cost
- Conifer median about $775KSource: Redfin, Conifer, Sept. 2026
- Bailey median about $549KSource: Redfin, Bailey, Sept. 2026
Median sale price over the three months ending September 2026, as shown on Redfin in November 2026. Medians move every month and swing a lot where there are few sales.
Good fit if
People who want land, trees and quiet, and can handle a mountain commute or work remotely.
Maybe not if
People who want walkability or a short winter commute.
Streets and landmarks to know
- US-285
- Staunton State Park
- North Fork of the South Platte River
Coffee and food near here
The Colorado Guide's food and coffee listings do not cover Bailey / Conifer yet.
Want me to send you homes in Bailey / Conifer?
Text or call me and tell me what you are looking for. I will send you homes that fit, and I am glad to answer questions even if you are a year out.
Joshua Zelcer, REALTOR® · Brokers Guild Real Estate