South Greeley
US-85 Commercial Corridor South of Cheyenne
Why People Move Here
South Greeley is an unincorporated CDP of 4,733 residents straddling US-85 (the Greeley Highway) immediately south of Cheyenne city limits. Its character is defined by the US-85 commercial corridor — big-box retail, auto dealerships, and warehousing interspersed with modest single-family neighborhoods. Downtown Cheyenne is a 7-minute drive north, and Laramie County Community College sits 1.5 miles away, making this one of the most connected addresses in the metro for drivers.
Key Statistics
Data sourced from census records, school district reports, and local transit authorities.
Commute Times
School Districts
Laramie County School District #1
B-- Afflerbach Elementary, Johnson Junior High, South High School serve this CDP (verify by address)
- LCSD1 is the largest district in Wyoming, ~13,800 students
- Laramie County Community College (LCCC) sits 1.5 mi from the CDP — closest major higher-ed campus in the metro
FAQ — South Greeley
How far is South Greeley from downtown Cheyenne?
About 5 miles, or a 7-minute drive north on US-85 (South Greeley Highway) to W Lincolnway. The CDP sits just outside Cheyenne's southern city limits, making it one of the closest unincorporated addresses to the capital.
What schools serve South Greeley?
Laramie County School District #1, the largest district in Wyoming (~13,800 students). Attendance is typically Afflerbach Elementary, Johnson Junior High, and South High School — verify enrollment eligibility by address with LCSD1 as boundaries are complex.
What is the housing market like in South Greeley?
Estimated median around $265K (2026), with active Redfin listings typically $245K-$295K. The housing stock is a mix of 1960s-1990s single-family homes and manufactured housing — on the affordable end of the Cheyenne metro.
Does South Greeley have its own government?
No. South Greeley is an unincorporated Census-Designated Place. Services are provided by Laramie County government and, where applicable, the Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities.
What grocery stores and retail are in South Greeley?
Safeway is directly on S Greeley Hwy (700 S Greeley Hwy). King Soopers, Albertsons, Walmart Supercenter, Target, and Sprouts are all within 8-10 minutes in Cheyenne proper. The US-85 corridor is the metro's main auto-dealership and big-box retail strip.
How does Wyoming's tax structure affect buyers in South Greeley?
Wyoming has no state income tax, no corporate income tax, and no capital gains tax. Laramie County's effective property tax rate is approximately 0.58-0.66% of market value, and total sales tax is 6% (4% state plus 2% county).
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