Looking for clarity on what it’s like to live at Windler? Here you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions about our community vision, award-winning homebuilders, parks and amenities, and future development plans. We also cover HOA details, schools, and what makes our Aurora location so connected and convenient.
Windler is located in northeast Aurora near E-470, I-70, and 56th Avenue, just minutes from Denver International Airport, the Gaylord Rockies Resort, and about 25 minutes from downtown Denver.
Yes! Aurora is one of Colorado’s largest cities, and northeast Aurora is one of the fastest-growing areas in the region, offering newer homes, more open space, and a variety of housing options at a more attainable price point than many Denver neighborhoods.
The area is popular with families, professionals, and people relocating for work thanks to its parks and playgrounds, proximity to major employers like CU Anschutz Medical Campus and Buckley Space Force Base, and convenient access to Denver International Airport, E-470, and I-70.
For residents of Windler, northeast Aurora offers the benefits of a growing master-planned community while remaining connected to employment centers, recreation, and destinations throughout the Denver metro area.
Windler offers convenient access to:
Windler was originally designed and has now been built to encourage connection, outdoor activity, and neighborhood interaction in northeast Aurora, CO. Throughout the year, residents enjoy parks, trails, playgrounds, community events, and will have access to future amenities planned throughout the community.
With a variety of home types from a variety of builders, walkable neighborhoods, and convenient access to Denver International Airport, CU Anschutz Medical Campus, Buckley Space Force Base, and recreation, Windler appeals to households in all different stages of life.
Windler offers a mix of new construction homes including:
Built by top builders like Century Communities, DRB Homes, KB Home, and Risewell Homes.
Home prices in Windler vary by builder and home type, but many options are designed to be more attainable than nearby Denver neighborhoods while still offering modern features and community amenities.
Yes! Windler offers a variety of quick move-in homes in northeast Aurora, CO that are available now or within a short timeframe.
View current availability on our New Home Inventory page.
Yes! Visitors are encouraged to explore Windler, tour model homes from our builders, and experience the community’s parks, trails, and gathering spaces. Multiple builders offer model homes throughout the community, making it easy to compare floorplans, home styles, and price points. Visit our Homebuilders page for current model home locations and builder contact information to schedule an appointment.
Windler stands apart by blending deep local history with thoughtfully designed modern living. This land was once home to the Windler family, whose 1881 homestead helped shape Aurora’s early agricultural roots. Known for its dryland farming, the property reflects a legacy of resilience and respect for the land—something that continues to influence the community today.
Now reimagined as a master-planned, neo-traditional community, Windler offers over 160 acres of planned parks and open space, connected walking trails, and a vibrant mix of community and resident events designed to bring people together.
Spanning E-470, Windler is also uniquely positioned in one of the fastest-growing areas of Aurora, with convenient access to major employment hubs expected to bring more than 20,000 jobs to the region in the coming years. It’s a place where history and progress come together—shaped by the land’s past and the families building their future here.
Download the brochure to see more about the Windler community.
Currently (or soon to be) open Windler amenities include:
Yes. Amenities planned for the future include the Thrive Center & Pool in Discovery Park, Butterfly Park, more dog parks and walking trails throughout the community.
Yes. Windler was designed with walkability in mind, featuring connected parks, trails, and neighborhood gathering spaces that encourage outdoor living and community interaction.
Windler is zoned for Aurora Public Schools, including Vista Peak Preparatory for high school and Aurora Highlands P-8 for elementary and middle school.
Nearby charter and private options—like High Point Academy—are also available. For details, contact your preferred school or explore our location map.
Windler has such a variety of offerings, the new home community is ideal for:
Learn more about the Windler community story to see if it’s a good fit.
Yes. There are both community events open to the public, as well as resident only events which are smaller gatherings making it easier to get to know your neighbors.
Residents may login to the Windler mobile app for details about those events.
The HOA, the Windler Homeowners Association (WHOA), and the Windler Metro District serve different purposes within the master-planned community.
The HOA focuses on community standards, maintenance services, landscaping, trash and recycling services, and certain neighborhood amenities.
The Metro District helps finance, construct, operate, and maintain larger community infrastructure and public improvements, including roads, parks, trails, utilities, and future community facilities.
Together, the HOA and Metro District help support the long-term maintenance, operation, and vision of the Windler new home community.
For more information, please visit the Windler Operations Metropolitan District website.
The Windler Homeowners Association (WHOA) helps maintain the appearance, functionality, and overall quality of the community. WHOA assessments support services and amenities that enhance residents’ daily experience and help protect property values.
Depending on the type of home owned, WHOA services may include community maintenance, landscaping, residential trash and recycling services, and support for community amenities and common areas.
The Windler Homeowners Association’s (WHOA) initial homeowner assessment varies based on home type and the level of maintenance provided.
For 2026, WHOA fees are:
The WHOA’s fees cover varied levels of property maintenance, community amenities, and residential trash and recycling services depending on the type of home owned.
Ask your builder representative for details regarding the services included for the specific home you are considering.
Metro Districts are a common and important part of financing new master-planned communities throughout Colorado and many other states.
When a new community is built, significant infrastructure must be constructed before homes can be sold—including roads, utilities, parks, trails, landscaping, community centers, pools, and other public improvements. Rather than requiring local governments to fund these costs or significantly increasing home prices upfront, Metro Districts provide a way to finance and maintain those improvements over time.
In many cases, large-scale master-planned communities would not be possible without Metro Districts because the infrastructure investment required is so substantial.
At Windler, Metro District funding helps support the creation and maintenance of community amenities and infrastructure that residents enjoy today and will continue to enjoy as the community grows.
For specific information about Windler Operations Metropolitan District’s structure, fees, and services, please contact your builder representative or review the district disclosures provided during the homebuying process.
Like many master-planned communities in Colorado, Windler utilizes Metro Districts to help finance and maintain community infrastructure and amenities.
The Windler Operations Fee is currently $15 per quarter. As additional community facilities and amenities are completed—including future community center buildings and recreational amenities—the fee is anticipated to increase to approximately $95 per month.
Buyers should review all Metro District disclosures provided by their builder and consult with their builder representative regarding current fees, projected costs, and the services funded through the district.
No. Metro Districts are commonly used throughout Colorado and across the country to help fund infrastructure in new developments. They are particularly common in large master-planned communities because they allow roads, parks, utilities, trails, and community amenities to be built as the community grows.
Many of Colorado’s most successful master-planned communities utilize Metro Districts as part of their development and long-term operations.
Most new master-planned communities rely on Metro Districts to help fund and maintain the infrastructure needed to support future residents. Roads, utilities, parks, trails, landscaping, community centers, and recreational amenities often require significant upfront investment long before a community is fully built out.
Metro Districts provide a mechanism to finance and maintain these improvements over time, allowing communities to develop the amenities and infrastructure residents expect while supporting long-term community growth.
The Windler Homeowners Association (WHOA) and Windler Metro District are professionally administered by Advance HOA Management, an experienced Colorado community management company.
While they are managed by the same organization, the WHOA and Metro District serve different purposes:
Together, these organizations help support the long-term vision, maintenance, and operation of the Windler community.
Windler is a growing master-planned new home community that will feature approximately 5,000 residences at full build-out.
Development is expected to continue over the next 10-15 years with new amenities and neighborhoods added over time.
The Windler ownership group is a collaboration between Alberta Development and Resolute Strategies—two experienced Denver-based firms. It’s the only other Colorado community designed by the same visionary team behind Painted Prairie and Century Park (formerly Stapleton): Civitas and Calthorpe Associates.
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