A Broomfield Neighborhood Guide from The North Star Team
Master-planned living in north Broomfield with the views, amenities, and schools families look for
Overview
Anthem Highlands is one of north Broomfield's flagship master-planned communities, sitting between E-470 to the south and Highway 7 to the north, with Lowell Boulevard on the west and Sheridan Parkway on the east. Developed beginning in 2006 by a collaboration of multiple builders — including Pulte Homes, Lennar, Epic Homes, Richmond American Homes, and others — Anthem Highlands has grown into one of the most-requested family destinations in the Denver-Boulder corridor. With construction now complete, the community has reached its full build-out, meaning the inventory available today is the inventory that will define Anthem Highlands going forward.
What sets Anthem Highlands apart from other Broomfield master-planned communities is the breadth of housing variety within a single planned framework. Two-story New Traditional homes with contemporary and Mediterranean influences dominate the architectural feel, with floor plans ranging from approximately 1,700 square feet to over 5,000 square feet. The community consists exclusively of detached single-family homes, giving buyers options across move-up family and executive profiles, while attached paired homes (duets) are located in the adjacent Baseline community. Premium lots with mountain views, walk-out basements, and backing-to-open-space positions command meaningful price premiums over the base inventory — though specific premium amounts vary case by case and are best evaluated through a property-specific market analysis.
The North Star Team's office is anchored in Broomfield, and Anthem Highlands is John Grandt's home market — meaning the team brings genuine block-level knowledge of pricing dynamics, premium lot positioning, school boundary specifics, and HOA considerations that go beyond what a general Broomfield agent can offer.
Home Styles
Value Drivers: Mountain views, backing-to-open-space positions, walk-out basements, and recently renovated kitchens and baths are the most significant value drivers in Anthem Highlands. The North Star Team can provide a property-specific market analysis to identify how a home's specific features factor into pricing.
Education
Anthem Highlands sits within the Adams 12 Five Star School District, one of the higher-performing public school districts in metro Denver.
Located within Anthem Highlands itself. The first Denver Metro school certified under Collaborative High Performance Schools (CHPS) standards, with Net Zero energy design. Approximately 775 students with an 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Niche grade A-, GreatSchools rating 7/10. Designed with a 3-acre shared neighborhood play field that serves both the school and the community.
Opened in 2000. Approximately 2,000 students. Consistently named among Colorado's high-achieving high schools. Athletics: CHSAA 5A.
Local charter school option providing a strong college preparatory alternative to traditional district enrollment.
Other School Choice Options Nearby: Holy Family High School, Peak to Peak Charter School, Stargate School, The Dawson School.
Boundary Verification Note: School boundary assignments can change. Buyers should verify specific address assignments through the Adams 12 district website before purchase.
* School ratings and information courtesy of Niche.com and GreatSchools.org.
Community HOA
Monthly fee: $185/month (as of April 2026)
Management & Location: Parkside Community Center, 3624 Parkside Center Drive, Broomfield, CO 80023
Hours: Mon–Fri 5:30 AM–9:00 PM; Sat 7:00 AM–5:00 PM; Sun 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Phone: 303-285-9939 | Website: myahca.com
Architectural review: Anthem Highlands has an ARC (Architectural Review Committee) process for exterior modifications, paint colors, and landscaping changes. Buyers should review CC&Rs before purchase.
Community rules: Standard HOA rules apply, including parking restrictions, holiday decoration timelines, and exterior maintenance standards. Specific rules are accessible through the Management Trust portal.
Features
The flagship amenity of Anthem Highlands. A full-service recreation facility including indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness floor with state-of-the-art cardio and weight equipment, basketball courts, a lounge area, multi-purpose rooms for community events, and year-round programming (swim lessons, fitness classes, social events, and community clubs).
Anthem Highlands connects directly to the broader Broomfield trail network, offering miles of paved paths weaving throughout the community, linking different enclaves, parks, and Thunder Vista P-8.
Multiple pocket parks are distributed throughout the community, offering playgrounds, covered picnic areas, and a massive 3-acre shared play field at Thunder Vista P-8.
Year-round community programming including seasonal events, fitness classes, and family activities organized through the Parkside Community Center.
Daily Rhythms
Daily Life: Anthem Highlands' daily rhythm centers on the Parkside Community Center, the Thunder Vista P-8 school, and the trail system that connects them. Families anchor much of their daily life within the community — kids at Thunder Vista, parents at the Parkside fitness floor, weekend community events at the rec center. It's the kind of neighborhood where the community amenities are designed to be the social infrastructure, not just amenities you happen to live near.
E-470 access at the south edge of the community is one of Anthem Highlands' practical advantages — providing a quick connection to the broader metro highway system without driving through downtown Broomfield.
Nearest Amenities: Grocery options include the King Soopers at Sheridan Parkway and 144th, plus multiple retail centers at FlatIron Crossing. Dining and shopping can be found at The Orchard and Larkridge shopping centers, FlatIron Crossing, and Arista (featuring Hickory & Ash). Nearby healthcare is anchored by Avista Adventist Hospital in Louisville and Good Samaritan Medical Center in Lafayette.
Walkability: Anthem Highlands is designed as a master-planned community with internal walkability — the community center, school, parks, and trails are walkable from most homes. Walkability to commercial retail outside the community is limited; most residents drive to grocery, shopping, and dining.
Buyer Analysis
Transaction Strategy
Anthem Highlands buyers should be prepared for a competitive market on right-fit properties. Homes in the Thunder Vista boundary, on premium lots, or with desirable upgrades move quickly. Buyers benefit significantly from working with an agent who has block-level familiarity with the community — premium lot positioning, view orientation, walk-out basement value, and HOA considerations all factor into negotiation strategy. Pre-approval and clarity on your priorities (view vs. floor plan vs. lot size vs. location within the community) are essential.
Learn About BuyingAnthem Highlands sellers benefit from one of the strongest buyer pools in Broomfield — families specifically seeking the Thunder Vista school assignment, community amenities, and master-planned consistency. Pricing strategy should account for the specific value drivers of the property: mountain views, backing-to-open-space positioning, walk-out basement, kitchen and bath updates, and lot position. The North Star Team's neighborhood-level pricing analysis captures these dynamics precisely, and our marketing program is built to reach the move-up buyer pool that drives Anthem Highlands demand.
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| Neighborhood | Median Home Price * | HOA (monthly) | School District | Year Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthem Highlands | $1,050,000 | ~$185 | Adams 12 | 2006–Complete |
| Silverleaf | $1,095,000 | ~$105 | Adams 12 | 2013–2014 |
| Wildgrass | $987,500 | ~$105 | Adams 12 & BVSD | 2004–2013 |
| The Broadlands | $798,000 | ~$100 | Adams 12 | 1998–2018 |
As of April 2026, the median home price in Anthem Highlands is $1,050,000. Pricing varies significantly by lot position, size, and features — standard detached single-family homes cluster near the median, while premium positions with Front Range mountain views or walk-out basements price above. For a property-specific analysis, contact The North Star Team.
The Anthem Highlands HOA fee is $185 per month as of April 2026. This covers access to the 32,000 sq ft Parkside Community Center, including indoor and outdoor pools, fitness facilities, basketball courts, community programming, and common area maintenance.
Anthem Highlands is in the Adams 12 Five Star School District. Thunder Vista P-8 serves grades preschool through 8 and is located within the community at 3461 Preble Creek Parkway. Legacy High School serves grades 9-12. Prospect Ridge Academy is a charter school option for K-12 within the broader Anthem area.
Anthem Highlands is consistently one of the most-requested master-planned communities in north Broomfield, driven by Thunder Vista P-8 (a high-performing school within the community itself), the 32,000 sq ft Parkside Community Center, Front Range mountain views, and the family-focused master-planned design. "Good fit" depends on priorities — families and move-up buyers prioritizing schools and amenities tend to settle comfortably, while buyers wanting walkable urban density or no-HOA living typically look elsewhere.
The Anthem Highlands HOA includes access to the Parkside Community Center (32,000 sq ft), featuring an indoor pool, outdoor pool, fitness floor, basketball courts, multi-purpose rooms, and lounge. The HOA also covers common area landscaping, trail maintenance, and community programming including swim lessons, fitness classes, and seasonal events.
Yes. Anthem Highlands has an Architectural Review Committee (ARC) process governing exterior modifications, paint colors, fence types, landscaping changes, and other visible alterations. Buyers should review the community's CC&Rs and ARC guidelines before purchase, available through the Management Trust portal.
Anthem Highlands development began in 2006 and is now fully built out. Homes range from 2006 to the early 2020s, with construction now complete throughout the community.
Anthem Highlands was developed by a collaboration of multiple builders, including Pulte Homes, Lennar, Epic Homes, Richmond American Homes, and others. This builder variety means floor plans, finishes, and construction styles vary throughout the community, giving buyers a wider range of options than a single-builder community typically offers.
Anthem Highlands is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Denver via E-470 and I-25. Boulder is approximately 25 minutes via Sheridan Parkway and US-36. DIA is approximately 35 minutes via E-470. E-470 access at the community's south edge provides direct highway connection without driving through downtown Broomfield.
Anthem Highlands homes are predominantly two-story New Traditional designs with contemporary, Craftsman, and Mediterranean influences. Floor plans range from approximately 1,700 to 5,000+ square feet. The community consists exclusively of detached single-family homes (attached paired duets are located in the adjacent Baseline community). Single-story ranch homes exist but are limited.
Yes. Anthem Highlands is designed with multiple smaller parks distributed throughout the community plus a 3-acre shared neighborhood play field at Thunder Vista P-8. Walking trails connect the parks, community center, and school within the community.
Anthem Highlands commands premium pricing within Broomfield, driven by the community amenities, the Thunder Vista school assignment, mountain view availability, and full build-out status. As of April 2026, Anthem Highlands' median price ($1,050,000) sits above The Broadlands ($798,000) and at a similar premium tier to Wildgrass ($987,500), with Silverleaf ($1,095,000) representing Broomfield's premium master-planned tier.
Whether you're buying your first Anthem Highlands home, moving up to a premium lot, or selling a property in the community, The North Star Team brings deep local expertise to the transaction. As Broomfield's anchor team and Anthem Highlands' market specialists, we can guide you through the community's pricing dynamics, school considerations, HOA structure, and the specific features that drive value.
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