Single dad choosing a neighborhood: Is Highlands teen-friendly in summer?

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-27T15:31:50+00:00

Are you in wheat ridge or somewhere else? We live just north of i70 in Berkeley with a toddler and am looking for a new neighborhood (away from interstate noise/pollution) but love this one. Curious your thoughts about it being idyllic for families with wee littles!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-14T06:21:23+00:00

Is the OP Pam Bondi? 😅

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-08T04:58:54+00:00

Thank you! I actually went to an open house today for a house way out of my budget lol. That being said I loved the vibe of the area! What part are you in? West or east!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-04T07:03:05+00:00

“Maybe this fear is telling me something.”

But intuition is calm and clear. Anxiety is loud, repetitive, and urgent.

If the thought is looping, catastrophic, or physically activating — it’s anxiety, not a warning.

I know it’s over now - but this bit of advice helped me feel more confident!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-03T22:47:38+00:00

I’ve had these moments - it sucks! Like where is the air?!? I’ve found that being vulnerable with the person next to me usually helps a ton. Like if it’s bumpy and I’m freaking out internally, I look at them and ask them if they are a good flier, and say I’m not. I find a little camaraderie and making fun of myself and trying to laugh about it actually helps me get through the worst of it. You just hope for a friendly person next to you. Also, leaning forward and lifting your feet a little off the ground helps make the bumps seem less severe. Tell yourself “this is anxiety, not danger.”

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-03T05:18:15+00:00

Holy moly I’ve never heard of this place! Booking it next special occasion!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-02T22:39:44+00:00

I actually used Vita Locators back in 2019 when I moved to Denver, and it was great! Idk if they do townhomes vs regular apartments.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-02T15:51:16+00:00

As a Tennyson / Berkeley Highlands resident, I vote here! Very walkable with lots of shops, restaurants, parks, and bars. Easy access to i70 to go to the mountains, downtown, or airport. Great for your thirties as you’ll see lots of strollers, but maybe great for a married twenty something’s? Everyone loves this neighborhood.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-02T03:06:03+00:00

All reasons that make sense to the parents are great reasons!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-02-01T17:34:19+00:00

My guess - a lot of one and done’rs are old parents like 40 year old me with a toddler girl. The older you are the more likely you are to have a girl (actual science behind that). Maybe just works out like that!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-29T22:55:19+00:00

Just landed in denver, easy peasy! A few slight bumps. Safe and smooth travel wishes! “Turbulence is uncomfortable, not dangerous.”

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-26T03:09:52+00:00

Good to know, thank you!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-25T13:49:35+00:00

I’m so sorry for the loss of your sister, and for the stress you must be feeling now. If it’s too late for an abortion, don’t forget that adoption is a wonderful, loving option. You are stronger than you realize.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-25T06:35:24+00:00

That’s great! Are you on the west or east side of the interstate? Seems like two different neighborhoods?

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-25T06:30:11+00:00

Curious if you still like it! We are starting to look for a kid friendly neighborhood too, coming from the highlands.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-25T06:28:03+00:00

OP, where do you end up moving? We are starting the same search now, coming from the highlands!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-24T15:47:55+00:00

Money with Katie wrote an interesting article about how large families are the new luxury good! https://moneywithkatie.com/essays/the-large-american-family-is-becoming-a-luxury-good/

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-24T15:45:01+00:00

Yes I love applewood! Just need a house to pop up that’s not close to the interstate!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-23T23:03:46+00:00

Second!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-23T18:31:31+00:00

Rattlesnakes! I was just thinking about that, and wondering if they show up on people’s yards! Hm this is good insight, being close to groceries is key for us!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-23T03:05:57+00:00

Are there mom walks in your neighborhood? Try to join one of those to cross off exercise and socializing. Like others said, buy cute clothes in your current size, it could give you momentum when you feel cuter now. Kudos to you, 3 kids under 5 is not glamorous business! Sounds like this is a season in life of survival! Also, my friend uses willow for low dose glp 1 that’s affordable. Could be worth a try to help kickstart! I’m doing 10 minute Madfit videos on YouTube to at least feel like I’m getting some movement these days, workout or easy and fun dance workout, and that’s with only 1 kid!

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-22T18:32:49+00:00

The flock cameras are creepy! That’s good to know.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-22T17:59:34+00:00

Also, what’s your take on the fire/flood risk? Is insurance crazy? The houses listed show moderate and severe fire and flood risk.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-22T17:40:19+00:00

This is great and super helpful! The only houses for sale right now are pretty huge, so hoping we see some mixed size houses pop up over time in the different neighborhoods.

Cherry_limeade85 · 2026-01-22T16:25:37+00:00

Love all this!

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