Clear Creek Commons is an independent living community for adults 55 and older in downtown Golden, Colorado, with 45 all-utilities-included apartments along Clear Creek.
- Independent Living
- 55+ Community
- Pet-Friendly
- Golden
Why Families Choose Clear Creek Commons
- Independent 55+ senior apartments in downtown Golden
- Directly on Clear Creek with the riverfront trail at the door
- Rent includes all utilities, cable, internet, and housekeeping
- On-site Sassafras restaurant with a resident discount
- Fitness center, media room, business center, and garden beds
- Walk to Washington Avenue shops and Colorado School of Mines
About Clear Creek Commons
Clear Creek Commons is an independent living community for adults 55 and older at 1027 Washington Avenue in downtown Golden, Colorado, set along Clear Creek with the riverfront trail at its doorstep. Managed by Griffis/Blessing, it is a 45-apartment rental community built in 2003 and designed for active seniors who want to keep their own household in the middle of a walkable historic downtown. This is independent senior living rather than assisted living, so there is no personal care or nursing on site; residents live on their own in full apartments and cook in their own kitchens.
The monthly rent keeps life simple by bundling in all utilities, cable, internet, bi-weekly housekeeping, and linen service, along with covered parking. For residents who would rather not cook every night, the on-site Sassafras restaurant offers a sit-down meal with a resident discount. The building carries the comforts of a full apartment community, with a fitness center, a media room, a business center, a gourmet community kitchen and dining room for gatherings, and lounges with a fireplace.
Raised garden beds give residents a place to plant, scheduled transportation runs to appointments and errands, and concierge service handles packages at the door. Apartments come in one- and two-bedroom layouts averaging around 820 square feet, many with in-unit laundry and some with a private balcony or fireplace. What makes Clear Creek Commons unusual is where it sits: few senior communities put residents directly on a creek in a walkable downtown, with Washington Avenue's shops and restaurants, the Clear Creek Trail, Parfet Park, and Colorado School of Mines all within a short walk.
The all-utilities-included rent and the riverfront setting suit an independent older adult who wants downtown life without the upkeep of a house, and cats and dogs are welcome. Downtown Golden wraps around the community, with the creek, parks, museums, and dining steps away, and Highway 58 and U.S. 6 connecting quickly to Interstate 70 and the wider metro. For medical care, Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital's Clear Creek Crossing campus is a short drive east, and St.
Anthony Hospital in Lakewood is about fifteen minutes away. Managed by Griffis/Blessing, a Colorado property-management company, Clear Creek Commons offers a straightforward, all-inclusive rental for active seniors, trading the chores of homeownership for a low-maintenance apartment in one of the most walkable downtowns in the metro.
Environment
A four-story, 45-apartment building from 2003 in downtown Golden, set along Clear Creek with the riverfront trail at the door. Inside are a fitness center, a media room, a business center, a community kitchen and dining room, and lounges with a fireplace; outside, raised garden beds and creekside walking are close by.
Services
This is independent living, so there is no personal care or nursing; residents live on their own. Rent bundles in all utilities, cable, internet, bi-weekly housekeeping, and linen service. Scheduled transportation runs to errands, a concierge handles packages, and the on-site Sassafras restaurant offers a resident meal discount.
Resident Experience
Residents keep their own routines and gather by choice in the community kitchen, the media room, and the fireplace lounges, or step out to Washington Avenue's shops and restaurants and the Clear Creek Trail. Gardening, fitness classes, and downtown outings fill the calendar, and cats and dogs are part of the community.
Rates and availability current as of 2026. Contact Connie Torres for the latest figures.
Connie Torres
Local Senior Advisor, Colorado
Advisor Insight on
Clear Creek Commons
Clear Creek Commons fits an active, independent older adult who wants to keep their own apartment and routine in the middle of downtown Golden, with chores like utilities and housekeeping handled. Because it is independent living, there is no personal care or nursing here, so it best fits residents who don't yet need daily help.
- Best for:
- Active adults 55 and older who want an all-inclusive apartment in walkable downtown Golden, without personal care or a meal plan.
- Consider if:
- There's no personal care, nursing, or memory care here; the community is independent senior apartments, not assisted living.
- Ask on tour:
- Ask which apartments include a balcony or fireplace, what the Sassafras restaurant discount covers, and how transportation scheduling works.
- Comparison:
- More an independent apartment community than a care community, with all utilities included and a walkable downtown setting most peers can't match.
Amenities & Services
Review Highlights
Residents tend to describe a clean, well-kept building and helpful staff, with the walkable downtown-Golden riverfront setting as the feature they value most.
What People Like
- Clean, well-maintained apartments
- Helpful, friendly staff
- Walkable downtown riverfront setting
- All-utilities-included simplicity
- Quiet, comfortable community
Things to consider
- Independent living only; no personal care or nursing
- No daily meal plan included
- An apartment community rather than a care community
Reviews from Google
I lived at Clear Creek Commons when I needed to move to Colorado for family business affairs. I was there from April 2023 until November 2024. It is an amazing community within an amazing facility. Located on Clear Creek and the great park system with weekend events. It was…
Absolutely love this place. Especially all of the sweet events like happy hour and holiday celebrations in the club house. They always make sure that my family and I feel welcome and taken care of. Special shout out to Cathy and Veronica, they are the best.
Clear Creek Commons 55+ Apartment Living: A Loving and Vibrant Community Moving my mom into Clear Creek Commons has been the best decision we have ever made. This community is incredible and makes life here amazing for everyone. The amenities are top-notch, with weekly trips to…
Cathy, Veronica, at ccc. We moved here almost 7 years ago. We were to stay for 1 year, because of my heart , had a pacemaker inserted. If these 2 people were to leave ccc, I promise we 2 would also leave. They are kind people, friends, easy to talk too. I can not say enough…
Reflections on Clear Creek Commons – Year Two. In the year 2024, I described the adventure of moving from my own home in Indiana to Clear Creek Commons in Colorado--a commons facility for people that are fifty-five years of age or more in Colorado. Now, in 2025, I would like to…
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Compare Clear Creek Commons with Nearby Communities
Use this comparison to evaluate pricing, care availability, and key differences between similar communities in Golden, CO.
| Compared | Clear Creek CommonsGolden, CO 4.3 (21) | Care Haven Assisted LivingGolden, CO· 4.2 mi No Google rating yet | MorningStar at ApplewoodLakewood, CO· 4.3 mi 4.0 (73) |
|---|---|---|---|
Starting price | $2781/mo | $3500/mo | $4780/mo |
Care types | Independent Living | Assisted Living | Assisted Living, Memory Care |
Total beds | 45 | 8 | 133 |
Medicaid | Not accepted | Accepted | Not accepted |
Pet friendly | Yes | No | Yes |
Housing type | Community | Residential | Community |
| View this community | View this community |
Clear Creek Commons
Golden, CO
- Starting price
- $2781/mo
- Care types
- Independent Living
- Total beds
- 45
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Community
Care Haven Assisted Living
Golden, CO· 4.2 mi
- Starting price
- $3500/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living
- Total beds
- 8
- Medicaid
- Accepted
- Pet friendly
- No
- Housing type
- Residential
MorningStar at Applewood
Lakewood, CO· 4.3 mi
- Starting price
- $4780/mo
- Care types
- Assisted Living, Memory Care
- Total beds
- 133
- Medicaid
- Not accepted
- Pet friendly
- Yes
- Housing type
- Community
Location
1027 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO 80401
Get DirectionsNearby Essentials
- Hospital:Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital's Clear Creek Crossing campus is a short drive east, and St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood is about fifteen minutes away.
- Dining:Washington Avenue's restaurants are a short walk in downtown Golden, and the on-site Sassafras restaurant offers residents a discount.
- Shopping:Downtown Golden's shops along Washington Avenue are steps away, with larger retail at Colorado Mills in nearby Lakewood a short drive.
In the heart of walkable downtown Golden along Clear Creek, near Parfet Park, the Clear Creek Trail, and Colorado School of Mines, with Highway 58 and U.S. 6 connecting to Interstate 70.
Nearby Communities
Care Haven Assisted Living
Golden, CO
Starting at $3500/mo
MorningStar at Applewood
Lakewood, CO
Starting at $4780/mo
Applewood Our House - Golden
Golden, CO
Starting at $4500/mo
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of community is Clear Creek Commons?
Clear Creek Commons is an independent living rental community for adults 55 and older. Residents live in their own apartments without on-site personal care or nursing. It is senior apartment living, not assisted living or memory care.
How much does Clear Creek Commons cost?
Clear Creek Commons charges monthly rent rather than a care fee, and rent includes all utilities, cable, internet, bi-weekly housekeeping, and linen service. Rates vary by floor plan, so a senior advisor can share current Golden pricing and availability.
Does Clear Creek Commons provide care or accept Medicaid?
No. As independent living, Clear Creek Commons does not provide personal care, nursing, or memory care, and it is market-rate rental housing rather than a Medicaid program. A senior advisor can help you plan ahead if care needs change.
Where is Clear Creek Commons located?
It is at 1027 Washington Avenue in downtown Golden, along Clear Creek with the riverfront trail at the door. Washington Avenue's shops, Parfet Park, and Colorado School of Mines are within a short walk.
How many apartments does Clear Creek Commons have?
The community has 45 apartments in a four-story building, in one- and two-bedroom layouts averaging around 820 square feet, many with in-unit laundry and some with a balcony or fireplace.
What dining options are available at Clear Creek Commons?
Apartments have full kitchens, so residents cook for themselves, and the on-site Sassafras restaurant offers a sit-down meal with a resident discount. A community kitchen and dining room are available for gatherings.
What amenities does Clear Creek Commons offer?
Residents have a fitness center, a media room, a business center, a community kitchen, fireplace lounges, and raised garden beds, plus scheduled transportation and concierge service. The Clear Creek Trail and downtown Golden are at the doorstep.
Does Clear Creek Commons allow pets?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, which suits residents who want to keep a companion. A senior advisor can review the community's pet guidelines with you.
Who manages Clear Creek Commons?
It is owned and managed by Griffis/Blessing, a Colorado property-management company, which acquired the community in 2019 and has upgraded apartment interiors.
How do I learn more or schedule a visit to Clear Creek Commons?
Share your details through the contact form on this page, and your senior advisor follows up within a business day to arrange a visit and walk through floor plans, what rent includes, and current availability.
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