Hilltop offers wide, tree-canopied, quiet streets in a way that only comes from decades of mature landscaping and homes built to last, like 55 S Dexter Street, offered at $3,100,000 and represented by Rob Ernstsen of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty.
Designed by architect Michael Knorr and built by Carter Customs, this residence, over 7,600 square feet, was conceived as a home for both entertaining and the joys of everyday living. He aims to evoke an intellectual or emotional response from a client. To create a sense of arrival, Knorr crafted a two-story foyer wrapped in custom maple paneling to set the tone at the entry, echoing this detail in the main-floor office for a sense of continuity that runs through the home’s communal spaces.
Soaring ceilings, ebony-stained hardwood floors, and an abundance of bespoke millwork add to the unique features of the property. From the entry, the formal dining room features a one-of-a-kind Swarovski lead crystal chandelier.
The chef’s kitchen is built for people who actually love to cook and host. Two dishwashers, a large island, a pantry, and a full suite of high-end appliances, including a Thermador six-burner gas range, dual Bosch dishwashers, and a SubZero refrigerator.
Living spaces flow easily between indoor and outdoor entertaining areas, perfect for buyers seeking seamless indoor-outdoor living. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a separate sitting area with its own fireplace, a five-piece bath that includes a walk-in steam shower with dual spray heads, and a deep soaking tub.
The expansive walk-in closet includes a floor-to-ceiling glass tie display case.
A finished basement includes a bonus room that could be used as a music room with soundproof insulation, perfect for recording that podcast you’ve been dreaming about. A media room, exercise studio, art room, wet bar, and space for competitive game nights.
With four bedrooms, six bathrooms, an elevator, and a quarter-acre lot, the home represents multi-generational living in Hilltop for those looking for longevity in one of Hilltop’s most established blocks.
The Neighborhood
Hilltop earns its name because the neighborhood sits on ground 200 feet higher than its surroundings, bordered by Cherry Creek to the west and Lowry to the east. Elevation has been part of the appeal, and its footprint dates back to two separately platted subdivisions in the late 1800s, one of which was drawn up specifically to capture the newly green hill and its mountain views. This year, Hilltop landed in the ninth spot on 5280 Magazine’s 2026 Neighborhood Guide.
The neighborhood is known for its parks, period architecture, and manicured yards, with Cranmer Park as its centerpiece. Architecturally, Hilltop consists of several styles, including late-Victorian homes, Mediterranean-influenced design, modern properties, and bungalows.
Daily life here trades stress for breathing room. Hilltop’s rhythm is quieter and greener than the storefront-lined blocks nearby, while still keeping favorites like High Point Creamery and longtime neighborhood staple Pete’s Fruits and Vegetables within easy reach. It’s a neighborhood built for people who want Cherry Creek’s energy close by without living in the middle of it.
