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Some of Denver's biggest residents live in the park-like neighborhood of Cherry Hills Village.

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It is often the case that the wealthiest members of society reside in the suburbs rather than in the heart of a big city. San Francisco, Boston, Weston, and New York City all have the same name.

The Mile High City has a village called Cherry Hills Village.

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The suburbs have large lots, privacy and a relaxed atmosphere.

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Cherry Hills Village has a lot of politicians, executives and superstars in it. Property prices in the Arapahoe County community are more expensive than in other areas of Colorado. The average home value has increased by 26.1% over the last year.

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Some of the most unique properties in Denver are located in Cherry Hills Village. This designer-done residence is listed for $10.1 million.

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Lots of 1-10 acres make up a large part of the real estate market in Cherry Hills Village. Most of these homes are more than 10,000 square feet and have features like indoor pools, tennis courts, and horse stables. Large four- to six-bedroom homes are usually found on small lots. The $10.1 million space is a mega-mansions on large parcels.

If you want to see what draws Colorado's elite to this affluent Denver enclave, check out these notable properties.

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The Georgian Estate is owned by the Mannings.

Manning still lives in Denver, even though he no longer plays for the Broncos. After signing with the Broncos, Manning paid $4.575 million for a seven-bedroom home that he still owns today.

The gated estate is reminiscent of Georgian design and features a red brick home with columns, shutters and ornate windows. Traditional stylings include black walnut flooring and intricate inlays. A wine cellar, billiards room, and a heated indoor/ outdoor dog kennel are included in the interior space.

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FORMER DENVER BRONCOS COACH MIKE SHANAHAN

The former Denver Broncos head coach poses for a picture at his house.

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Mike Shanahan has a mega mansion.

Manning has lived in a number of Cherry Hills Village residences. Before he moved into his own home, the legendary quarterback crashed at a mansion owned by the former Broncos head coach.

The six-bedroom home is over 30,000 square feet and was built for the couple. The Shanahans spared no expense during the design process, including custom details like tile flooring imported from Italy, and elaborate ceiling moldings.

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A two-lane bowling alley, poker room and racquetball court can be found in the mansion, which has a lot of entertainment space inside. The four-acre property has a guest house and swimming pool.

The highest sale for a single- family home in the metro Denver area at the time was by the Shanahans. The man who led the Broncos to two consecutive Super Bowl victories has owned multiple properties in the area.

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The Hills Village parcels totaling 8 acres were purchased by Ben Walton.

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Walmart is the owner of the Four-Parcelsite Home.

After winning the bid to buy the Denver Broncos, the heirs to the Walmart fortune made headlines. One of the Waltons has made a lot of purchases this year. The grandson of Walmart founder Sam Walton bought four parcels of land for $22 million.

There are three homes spread across the four lots: a 3,127- square-foot, four-bedroom home, a 6,138- square-foot, four-bedroom home, and a 2,962- square-foot, four-bedroom home. The compound is located on the south side of the country club.

The purchase may or may not be related to the acquisition of the Broncos. Zomalab is a Denver-based philanthropic enterprise that focuses on environmental problems in Colorado andChile.

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Russell Wilson bought his Cherry Hills Village home for $25 million.

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The residence of Russell Wilson was a record breaking one.

After a March trade from Seattle to Denver, Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson and his wife, singer-songwriter Ciara, put down roots in the exclusive neighborhood. The celebrity couple paid $25 million for a four-bedroom, twelve-bathroom estate, making it the priciest single- family home sold in the Denver area historically.

A mixture of European styles is displayed on the mansion's courtly exterior, which is nestled on a roomy 5.34 acres. A double-height foyer, a blue-lacquered library and a paneled formal dining area can be found in the structure.

Two dressing rooms, two large bathroom and two studies are included in the primary suite. The home is suitable for an athlete and has a variety of recreational spaces.

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