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$986,169$404 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $580,000 on Sep 15, 2017

12561 W 56TH PL

ARVADA, CO 80002
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,440 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$986K
$929K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$580,000 · Sep 15, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,060 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$53,315 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,020
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,295
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,315
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$850,755

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyJefferson
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2016
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Package
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 181 ft²Patio · 341 ft²Porch · 320 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Drake Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Vanderhoof Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Arvada West High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Jefferson County School District R-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80002These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,314
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,285 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,340
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,060
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.17 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

12561 W 56th Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Arvada 80002
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Arvada 80002
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Candlelight
  • Older than 65% of homes in Candlelight

What homes are worth in Arvada 80002

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$319K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Arvada 80002.

How it measures up in Arvada 80002

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arvada 80002.

Estimated value$986,169
CheaperTypical $543,543Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$404
CheaperTypical $400Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area2,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 12561 W 56th Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCandlelightArvada 80002Jefferson County
Estimated valuepricier than$986,16935% of homes95% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40440% of homes52% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,440 ft²41% of homes89% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac14% of homes73% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than198335% of homes59% of homes62% of homes

About 12561 W 56th Pl

How much is 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO is $986,169 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $928,606 to $1,043,732. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO last sell?

12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO last sold on Sep 15, 2017 for $580,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO?

12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,440 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO built?

12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO?

12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO is assigned to Drake Middle School (middle), rated B+; Vanderhoof Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Arvada West High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Jefferson County School District R-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO compare to other homes in Arvada 80002?

Among the 6,521 homes in Arvada 80002, it is worth more than 95% of them ($986,169 against a typical $543,543), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($404 against a typical $400), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,440 ft² against a typical 1,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1983 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Jefferson County, it is worth more than 87% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 12561 W 56th Pl, Arvada, CO was $5,060. The county assessed it at $53,315.

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