the pool at The Residences at Bear Creek
Live Minutes from Belmar Shopping District in Lakewood

Apartments Near Belmar Shopping District

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A1

1 Bed | 1 Bath | 700 sq. ft.

A2

1 Bed | 1 Bath | 875 sq. ft.

B1

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 910 sq. ft.

B2

2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1085 sq. ft.

Residences at Bear Creek offers Lakewood apartments near Bear Creek Trail, with Belmar shopping and dining available at a separate Lakewood destination.

Residences at Bear Creek

Residences at Bear Creek is located at 10025 West Dartmouth Avenue in Lakewood, Colorado. Belmar provides shopping, dining, and entertainment at 7450 West Alaska Drive, while current property sources identify Bear Creek Trail and Federal Center Station as nearby.

The community is not located inside Belmar. Residents can compare routes from the property to Belmar, Bear Creek Trail, and Federal Center Station based on the destination and current travel conditions.

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Key Takeaways

  • Residences at Bear Creek is located at 10025 West Dartmouth Avenue in Lakewood, Colorado; Belmar is at 7450 West Alaska Drive in Lakewood.

  • The community is near Bear Creek Trail and the Federal Center Light Rail Station, giving residents access to both outdoor space and RTD’s W Line.

  • Apartment features include in-home washers and dryers, personal balconies or patios, large walk-in closets, gas fireplaces, extra storage, bay windows, and ceiling fans.

  • Vaulted ceilings are available in select homes.

  • Community amenities include a swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, community courtyard, open landscaping, valet trash, online leasing and payments, and online service requests.

  • The community is pet friendly and has professional on-site management and maintenance.

  • Detached garages and underground parking are available.

Location Near Belmar Shopping District

Residences at Bear Creek and Belmar are separate Lakewood destinations. Belmar’s current official information identifies more than 80 shops and restaurants plus entertainment and events at Alameda Avenue and Wadsworth Boulevard.

For trip planning, compare the property address with the specific Belmar shop, restaurant, or event destination. The property website separately identifies Bear Creek Trail and Federal Center Station as nearby location features.

Current property information highlights access to US 285 and C-470. Drivers should check a live map for the current route and travel time to Belmar, the Denver Federal Center, or other west-side destinations.

Trails, Transit, and West Lakewood Access

Residences at Bear Creek identifies Bear Creek Trail as a nearby location feature. The trail provides a separate outdoor option from Belmar’s retail, dining, and entertainment destinations.

The Federal Center Light Rail Station is nearby as well. The station is on RTD’s W Line, which connects west Lakewood and Golden-area stops with downtown Denver, including Union Station. For residents who use transit, this adds an option beyond driving for trips toward the Denver Federal Center, downtown Denver, or other W Line stops.

The broader west Lakewood area also includes Green Mountain, also known as William Frederick Hayden Park, and Bear Creek Lake Park. Check current park rules, conditions, and the route from the property before visiting.

For current trip planning, check the destination address and route before leaving. Federal Center Station provides W Line service, while other destinations may require a separate drive, walk, bike ride, or connecting transit trip.

Apartment Layouts and Interior Features

The difference between a standard apartment layout and a loft layout can matter if you want more separation between living, sleeping, work, or storage areas. Loft homes add another type of layout option beyond a traditional single-level apartment.

Each home includes an in-home washer and dryer, which keeps laundry inside the apartment instead of in a shared laundry room. Personal balconies or patios add private outdoor space connected to the home. Large walk-in closets and extra storage are also included features, giving residents more defined areas for clothing, household items, and everyday belongings.

Several interior details add character as well as function. Gas fireplaces are included, along with bay windows and ceiling fans. Vaulted ceilings and mountain views are available in select homes, so those features are not universal across every apartment.

Interior features include:

  • In-home washer and dryer

  • Personal balcony or patio

  • Large walk-in closets

  • Gas fireplace

  • Extra storage

  • Bay windows

  • Ceiling fans

  • Vaulted ceilings in select homes

Community Amenities and Services

The current community amenity list includes a swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center, community courtyard, and open landscaping.

These amenities are separate from the features inside the apartments. The pool, hot tub, fitness center, and courtyard are shared community spaces, while washers and dryers, balconies or patios, walk-in closets, fireplaces, bay windows, and ceiling fans are apartment-level features.

Community services include valet trash, online leasing, online payments, and online service requests. Professional on-site management and maintenance are also part of the community’s operations.

Community features and services include:

  • Swimming pool

  • Hot tub

  • Fitness center

  • Community courtyard

  • Open landscaping

  • Valet trash

  • Online leasing

  • Online payments

  • Online service requests

  • Professional on-site management

  • Professional on-site maintenance

Parking, Pets, and Everyday Practical Details

Residences at Bear Creek is pet friendly. The community also includes open landscaping, which is part of the overall grounds and setting.

Parking options include detached garages and underground parking. Current sources list these options as available without assigning them to every apartment home, so prospective residents should confirm availability and terms for the home they are considering.

Property sources list pet-friendly living, professional on-site management and maintenance, online service requests, valet trash, and available garage or underground parking. Prospective residents can compare those features with their own priorities.

How This Location Fits Belmar-Area Living

When comparing this community with Belmar-area options, use the exact property and destination addresses. Current property sources identify Bear Creek Trail and Federal Center Station as nearby, while Belmar is a separate Lakewood destination.

Belmar combines retail, dining, entertainment, living, and working spaces. Residences at Bear Creek is outside that district, so renters should compare the route to the specific Belmar destination with the property’s separate trail and transit access.

Other current Lakewood-area destinations include Lakewood Cultural Center, Bear Creek Lake Park, and Green Mountain. The former Bandimere Speedway location no longer hosts racing events, so it should not be treated as a current attraction.

Belmar provides shopping, dining, and entertainment, while the property’s current site identifies Bear Creek Trail and Federal Center Station as nearby location features.

Conclusion

Residences at Bear Creek is a Lakewood apartment community near Belmar Shopping District, Bear Creek Trail, and the Federal Center Light Rail Station, with in-home washers and dryers, balconies or patios, community amenities, pet-friendly living, and available garage or underground parking.

To see how the location and layouts fit your needs, schedule a tour of Residences at Bear Creek and view the available apartment styles and community spaces in person.

Frequently Asked Questions

What amenities does Residences at Bear Creek offer?

Residences at Bear Creek offers a variety of community amenities designed for comfortable living.

How do I apply, and what are the application and deposit fees?

You can apply online through our leasing portal or stop by the leasing office to apply in person. Each adult pays a non-refundable $48.75 application fee, along with a one-time $200 administrative fee. Once you’re approved and select your home, a security deposit (typically $250 to one month’s rent) is paid at that time to reserve your apartment and help make your move-in process as seamless as possible.

Are utilities included in the rent?

Utilities are not included in the rent at Residences at Bear Creek. Residents are responsible for electric, internet, and cable, and typically pay a separate, usage-based charge for water, sewer, and trash that is billed through the community each month.

Is Residences at Bear Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, Residences at Bear Creek is pet-friendly community and we love our four-legged residents. We welcome both dogs and cats, with a maximum of two pets per apartment home, in line with our community pet policy.

Does Residences at Bear Creek have a dog park or other pet amenities?

Residences at Bear Creek offers convenient on-site pet amenities, including a dog park and pet stations throughout our community.

Jason	Schefferstein

About the author:

Jason Schefferstein

Marketing Manager

Jason Schefferstein is a Marketing Manager at S2 Capital, where he helps connect renters with apartment communities across a large national multifamily portfolio. His work centers on the things that matter most to people searching for a new home — accurate listings, clear information, responsive websites, and a smoother path from "just looking" to move-in day. With more than 20 years of marketing experience, he writes about apartment search, rental trends, and how to make better decisions when choosing where to live.
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