9660 Federal Blvd, Federal Heights, CO 80260 For Sale

One of the Denver Metro’s largest remaining infill commercial development opportunities, The Landing on Federal encompasses approximately 35 acres of developable land

Located within the City of Federal Heights and zoned C-1 Commercial District, the property supports a broad range of commercial and mixed-use development opportunities.

A strategic phasing plan (see page three) enables near-term delivery of high-quality retail pad sites while preserving flexibility for larger-format users and future phases.

The project is backed by a new local ownership group committed to delivering meaningful retail amenities to the community while honoring the site’s historic significance as the former Ruston Airfield.

Opened in 1944, Ruston Airport was Colorado’s first private airport, established by Harry Hadley Ruston as a post–World War II flight training center for returning veteran pilots transitioning to civilian aviation.

At its peak, the 320-acre airfield featured four grass runways, including one extending approximately 3,900 feet, and operated at 5,550 feet above sea level—making it the highest airport in the Denver metro area until 1960.

The airport became a regional aviation hub for training and education, hosting University of Denver and Regis University student pilots, Civil Air Patrol cadets, and local air shows, supported by on-site hangars, classrooms, and operations facilities.