Lakewood is a suburban city immediately west of Denver, developed largely in the post-war era and evolving toward denser infill and redevelopment near its downtown and light-rail corridors. Its housing stock includes 1950s-1970s ranch and split-level homes, newer subdivisions, and some multifamily. The area is clearly suburban/urban fringe, offering city accessibility with calmer residential neighbourhoods. Proximity: adjacent to Denver, often viewed as part of the greater metro. Existing home purchase range: typical homes might list in the US$500,000-700,000 range depending on size, neighbourhood and lot. For building a custom home on infill parcel expect US$700,000+.