The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 80514 sells for about $550,000, or $240 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.3% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,950 a month.
ZIP 80514 — Dacono
The housing market in 80514 remains stable, characterized by moderate inventory levels and steady demand from commuters. While year-over-year price growth has softened, the area continues to attract buyers seeking value relative to the larger Denver metro market. Current conditions reflect a balanced environment where well-priced homes continue to move at a consistent pace.
This area is ideal for family buyers and commuters who prioritize affordability and highway access over urban density. It appeals to those seeking a suburban lifestyle with proximity to major employment hubs in the Front Range.
Median prices moved down 2.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
25% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 5.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 80514, Weld County CO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Dacono area are generally lower than the regional average for Weld County, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains a visible presence to manage growth-related incidents.
Schools serving the area are part of the St. Vrain Valley School District, which is generally well-regarded for its academic programs and extracurricular offerings. Performance ratings are competitive within the northern Colorado region.
The area faces moderate risks from high winds and occasional severe weather typical of the Colorado Front Range. Flood risk is generally low, though localized drainage management is a standard planning consideration.
Dacono is experiencing steady residential expansion due to its proximity to the I-25 corridor, attracting commuters working in the Denver and Boulder metro areas. Economic momentum is driven by regional logistics and service-sector growth.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Colorado) — Statutory Agricultural Land Reclassification and Improvement Valuation: Under C.R.S. § 39-1-102(1.6)(a)(I), up to two acres of land directly underlying a residential improvement on agricultural parcels are segregated and assessed at residential rates (6.80% / 7. State (Colorado) — Senior and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Homestead Exemption: Exempts 50% of the first $200,000 of actual market value of the qualifying primary residential parcel from property taxation (a maximum actual value deduction of $100,000). State (Colorado) — Colorado Split Residential Property Tax Assessment Rate Structure: Imposes annual ad valorem property taxes determined using a bifurcated assessment rate system. Assessed Value = Actual (Market) Value × Assessment Rate. Beginning for tax years 2025/2026, residential property is assessed at 6.
The ZIP code offers direct access to I-25, providing a primary artery for commuters traveling south to Denver or north to Fort Collins. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for most residents.
Residents have access to local community parks and open spaces, with larger regional recreational facilities and golf courses located within a short drive in neighboring towns. Shopping and dining options are expanding along the highway corridors.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and steady demand from commuters seeking more affordable housing options compared to the Denver core. Short-term rental activity is minimal compared to long-term residential leasing.
The local economy is anchored by regional logistics, construction, and service industries, benefiting from its strategic location along the I-25 corridor. It serves as a bedroom community for the broader Northern Colorado and Denver employment markets.
The area is heavily reliant on the I-25 highway corridor for regional transit, with limited public transportation infrastructure available. Commute times are largely dictated by traffic conditions on the interstate.
Development is focused on residential growth and supporting commercial infrastructure along the main highway access points. Several master-planned communities are in various stages of build-out.
The Weld County Assessor's office manages property valuations, utilizing a biennial cycle to adjust assessments based on market sales data and property characteristics.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including school districts, fire protection districts, and potential metropolitan districts that fund local infrastructure.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and wind risk profiles, with standard coverage requirements for homeowners in the Front Range.
Colorado continues to see net positive domestic migration, driven by individuals relocating for employment and lifestyle opportunities in the Front Range.
Colorado operates as a public trustee state, utilizing a non-judicial foreclosure process that provides specific notice and cure periods for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive property disclosure form detailing known material defects, which is standard practice in Colorado real estate transactions.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Local park featuring playgrounds and open green space for community events.
Major transit artery providing regional connectivity.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.