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Eagle County · Unincorporated · Elevation 7,218 ft · ZIP 81632 · Near Beaver Creek

A place to put down roots

Edwards sits at the center of the Vail Valley, a full-service community where both locals and second-home owners put down roots. Located west of Vail and Beaver Creek along Highway 6, it offers something most resort valleys don’t have: real convenience and a town that stays busy in every season.

Edwards started as a cattle ranch. Two ranchers settled here at the confluence of the Eagle River and Lake Creek in 1882, calling it Berry’s Ranch. When the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad built a station here in 1887, the settlement took a new name: Edwards, after Melvin Edwards, a Red Cliff resident who went on to serve as Colorado’s Secretary of State. Unlike Vail or Minturn, Edwards never incorporated as its own town, and it stayed a ranching and farming community well into the twentieth century; even today it’s governed by Eagle County through the Edwards Metropolitan District rather than a town council. Growth came later and in stages: the Eagle River Water and Sanitation District brought modern water and sewer service in 1979, and the Riverwalk and Edwards Corner developments of the 1980s and ’90s built out the commercial core that makes Edwards the valley’s hub today.

The range of amenities here is remarkable for a community this size. Dining options from casual to world-class, schools from preschool through Colorado Mountain College, a surgery center, a cancer center serving much of western Colorado, a new behavioral health facility, a seasonal farmers market, independent shops and boutiques, bike paths, parks, a rec center, and access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state. Trails, fly fishing on the Eagle River, the bike path to Vail, ski-in/ski-out access at Arrowhead connecting to Beaver Creek and Bachelor Gulch. Sonnenalp Golf and Country Club of the Rockies, 72 acres of preserved open space at the Eagle River Preserve, and 300+ acres of permanently protected Homestead Open Space. For a community of its size, Edwards punches well above its weight in nearly every category.

The neighborhoods reflect that same range. Arrowhead and Cordillera offer gated luxury living. Singletree and Homestead are highly desirable established communities with strong local character. Lake Creek and Red Canyon draw buyers looking for acreage, privacy, and something truly special. Old Edwards Estates offers value and authenticity. Miller Ranch and Brett Ranch provide deed-restricted housing for the local workforce that makes the valley run. There is no single Edwards experience, which is exactly what makes it one of the most interesting and desirable addresses in the Vail Valley.

0056 Edwards Village Blvd, Ste 124

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Eagle River Water & Sanitation

(970) 476-7480

erwsd.org

Provider varies by neighborhood. Confirm with HOA or landlord.

Three providers serve Edwards. Pickup day varies by neighborhood. Check with your HOA, landlord, or provider directly.

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Eagle County Sheriff

Non-emergency dispatch: (970) 479-2201

Eagle River Fire Protection District

1050 Edwards Village Blvd · (970) 748-9665

Eagle County Paramedic Services

1050 Edwards Village Blvd · (970) 926-5270

For all emergencies, including law enforcement, fire, or medical, call 911

Vail Health Edwards Campus

322 Beard Creek Rd

Shaw Cancer Center and Surgery Center

Visit the provider’s website for current locations, services, and hours.

Battle Mountain High School

Red Canyon High School

Vail Christian High School

Vail Christian Academy (separate campus, nearby)

Colorado Mountain College

2- and 4-year degrees. C average qualifies for automatic transfer to Colorado state universities.

Find your corner of Edwards

From Riverwalk convenience to Lake Creek acreage, explore the different ways to live here.

Gated, Four Sub-neighborhoods, Luxury

Large gated master-planned community. Four distinct neighborhoods each with its own HOA.

Four golf courses: Cordillera Valley Club, Summit, Mountain, and Short Course. Each offers a distinct experience and setting.

Own post office at 360 Carterville Rd, (970) 926-1637

Extensive trails, tennis, pool, and club amenities throughout

Predominantly second homes and luxury primary residences

Established Community, Open Space, Strong Character

A mix of single-family homes, duplexes, townhomes, and condos bordered by permanently protected open space the community fought hard to preserve.

Homestead Court Club

Indoor and outdoor tennis courts, lap pool, gym, and fitness classes. What makes it exceptional: access is included in the HOA fee for Homestead residents. No separate membership, no joining fees. It comes with living here, and it’s one of the best community amenities in the valley.

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Homestead Open Space

Approximately 300+ acres of protected land named for its distinctive L-shape. Originally master-planned for up to 150 luxury homes. A landmark conservation effort led by Eagle Valley Land Trust stopped the development, preserving elk migration corridors, montane meadows, and access to the US Forest Service ridgeline above. Primary trailhead access off Cameron Place.

Award-winning, Deed-restricted, Local Workforce Community

Award-winning workforce housing and one of the most recognized communities of its kind in the country. To own here, you must earn at least 75% of your income from Eagle County businesses; deed restrictions cap resale prices in perpetuity.

Single-family homes, duplexes, row houses, and lofts built around a ranching heritage. Parks, sports complex, dog park, and walking distance to everything central to Edwards.

Also deed-restricted nearby: Brett Ranch and select Riverwalk properties.

Acreage, Views, Private Golf, Western Character

West of Edwards and Cordillera. Single family homes on small and large acreage with magnificent views. Distinctly western and alpine in character. Space, privacy, and proximity to Edwards shops and restaurants. Private golf.

Established, Accessible, Varied Housing Stock

Unpretentious and accessible. Good value without resort price tags or HOA overhead. Single-family homes, some right on the Eagle River. One of the more underrated addresses in the valley.

Riverwalk, Village Center, Edwards Corner, Edwards Plaza, West End

Four distinct commercial areas together form Edwards’ downtown.

Riverwalk at Edwards

The social core. Walkable mix of restaurants, boutiques, professional services, and community gathering spaces. Sunday Farmers Market runs mid-June through mid-September in the parking lot near Marko’s Pizza.

Edwards Village Center

Post office, Vail Valley Pharmacy (locally owned), and additional businesses. Connected to Riverwalk.

Edwards Corner

Retail and dining across the street from Riverwalk, including The UPS Store.

Edwards Plaza

The original commercial center, established in 1979. Located along the Eagle River just off I-70 Exit 163.

West End

New development currently under construction. Watch this space.

450 Miller Ranch Rd · (970) 766-5555

Indoor sports and fitness facility serving the whole community year-round.

mountainrec.org

The things a neighbor would tell you

Check Edwards Metro District’s current programs before buying an e-bike or making energy and water improvements.

Utilities, trash pickup, and community amenities vary by address. Your HOA, landlord, or provider can confirm the details.

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