Denver Neighborhoods

Explore all the unique neighborhoods that make the Denver metro area special. From urban lofts to family-friendly suburbs, discover what makes each area unique across Denver and surrounding communities.

38 neighborhoods to explore
LoDo neighborhood

LoDo

$400K - $800K

Historic downtown with converted lofts + urban energy near Coors Field

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Union Station hubSports venuesHistoric lofts

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Young professionals, empty nesters who want urban convenience

Capitol Hill neighborhood

Capitol Hill

$400K - $800K

Eclectic & vibrant with music venues, dive bars & Victorian charm

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Live music sceneArts communityVictorian architecture

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People seeking urban energy, arts scene, walkable lifestyle

Cherry Creek neighborhood

Cherry Creek

$800K - $2M+

Upscale shopping + luxury living with 300+ stores & fine dining

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300+ storesLuxury shoppingFine dining

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High earners, luxury lifestyle seekers, shopping enthusiasts

Five Points neighborhood

Five Points

$350K - $650K

Historic "Harlem of the West" with rich culture + jazz heritage

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Jazz heritageCultural diversityHistoric significance

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Culture enthusiasts, history lovers, those seeking authentic community

Highlands neighborhood

Highlands

$600K - $1.3M

Hip neighborhood with stunning city views, trendy restaurants, and historic charm

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City viewsTrendy restaurantsHistoric homes

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Young professionals, foodies, those wanting views with character

RiNo (River North) neighborhood

RiNo (River North)

$450K - $800K

Arts district with murals, galleries + creative energy

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Street art/muralsArt galleriesCreative community

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Artists, creatives, young professionals wanting arts scene

Washington Park neighborhood

Washington Park

$600K - $1.2M

Family-friendly with 165-acre park + tree-lined streets

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165-acre parkTree-lined streetsFamily-friendly

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Families, outdoor enthusiasts, those wanting green space with urban convenience

Whittier neighborhood

Whittier

$400K - $700K

Dynamic mixed-use with blend of historic + modern development

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Historic Victorian homesZoo nearbyMuseum access

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Families, professionals seeking emerging area with good value

Ballpark neighborhood

Ballpark

$350K - $650K

Historic brick buildings around Coors Field with urban lofts

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Coors FieldHistoric brick buildingsWarehouse lofts

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Baseball fans, urban dwellers, those wanting historic character

Uptown neighborhood

Uptown

$400K - $700K

Hip extension of Capitol Hill with 17th Avenue energy

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17th Avenue hubBars & restaurantsCity Park access

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Young professionals wanting Capitol Hill vibe with slightly more space

Central Park neighborhood

Central Park

$500K - $1M

Modern master-planned community with 46 miles of trails + new construction

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46 miles trailsNew constructionCommunity pools

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Families wanting new construction, planned community feel, outdoor access

Lowry neighborhood

Lowry

$500K - $900K

Redeveloped Air Force base with parks + trails + family amenities

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Former Air Force baseParks & trailsShopping & dining

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Families seeking suburban feel within the city

Belcaro neighborhood

Belcaro

$800K - $2M+

Upscale & quiet residential with luxury homes + exclusivity

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Luxury homesQuiet streetsUpscale living

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Higher-income families, those wanting exclusivity and quiet

Berkeley neighborhood

Berkeley

Under $500K - $600K

Family-friendly with walkable coffee shops + Regis University nearby

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Tennyson Street vibesCoffee shopsRegis University

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Families, students, those wanting quieter area with character

Athmar Park neighborhood

Athmar Park

$250K - $500K

Diverse working-class community with affordable family homes

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Affordable homesDiverse communityWorking-class

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First-time homebuyers, those seeking affordability

Globeville neighborhood

Globeville

$200K - $450K

Industrial area undergoing revitalization with affordable options

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Affordable housingIndustrial characterRevitalization potential

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Investors, those seeking affordability, industrial character lovers

Swansea neighborhood

Swansea

$300K - $550K

Quiet residential with affordable homes + river access

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Quiet residentialAffordable homesRiver access

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Families seeking quiet, affordable area with river access

Jefferson Park neighborhood

Jefferson Park

$400K - $700K

Historic neighborhood with character homes + emerging dining scene

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Historic homesCharacter architectureEmerging dining

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Those wanting historic character, good value, emerging area

Baker neighborhood

Baker

$450K - $750K

Trendy area with vintage shops + South Broadway energy

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South BroadwayVintage shopsTrendy restaurants

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Young professionals, vintage lovers, those wanting trendy area

Congress Park neighborhood

Congress Park

$500K - $900K

Historic charm with tree-lined streets + proximity to Cherry Creek

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Historic homesTree-lined streetsCherry Creek access

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Families wanting historic charm, Cherry Creek access, tree-lined streets

Cheesman Park neighborhood

Cheesman Park

$500K - $1M

Victorian homes surrounding beautiful 80-acre park

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80-acre parkVictorian architectureHistoric homes

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Those wanting Victorian charm, park access, historic character

Park Hill neighborhood

Park Hill

$400K - $800K

Historic African American community with large homes + cultural significance

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Historic significanceLarge homesCultural heritage

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Those seeking historic significance, large homes, diverse community

Sloan's Lake neighborhood

Sloan's Lake

$600K - $1.5M

Waterfront living with major development, walkable and scenic

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Lakefront livingWalkableUp-and-coming luxury

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Active professionals, young families, those wanting lakefront lifestyle

Harvey Park neighborhood

Harvey Park

$350K - $600K

Mid-century homes with bigger lots and great value for first-time buyers

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AffordableMid-century charmGood value

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First-time homebuyers, those seeking mid-century architecture, families wanting space

Virginia Village neighborhood

Virginia Village

$300K - $550K

Transit-friendly, central, and affordable with major renovation potential

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Starter homesLight rail accessFlip/reno potential

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Investors, first-time buyers, those wanting transit access and renovation projects

Hilltop neighborhood

Hilltop

$700K - $1.8M

Quiet, residential, high-end area between Cherry Creek and Lowry

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LuxuryQuietEstablished

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High-income families, those wanting quiet luxury, established neighborhood feel

Barnum neighborhood

Barnum

$250K - $500K

Up-and-coming area with affordability and quick downtown access

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Up-and-comingLatino cultureBudget-conscious

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Budget-conscious buyers, those appreciating Latino culture, investors

Platt Park neighborhood

Platt Park

$500K - $900K

Highly desirable area with Pearl Street charm, walkability, and food scene

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WalkableFood scenePearl Street

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Foodies, those wanting walkable lifestyle, young professionals

University Hills neighborhood

University Hills

$400K - $700K

Strong rental-to-owner conversion area near DU with transit access

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Student-to-owner pipelineTransitLight rail

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Investors, young professionals, those wanting transit access and university proximity

Castle Rock neighborhood

Castle Rock

$400K - $800K

Best value per sq ft with master-planned communities and strong schools

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Master-plannedNewer buildsFamily amenities

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Families with children, those wanting newer construction, school-focused buyers

Littleton neighborhood

Littleton

$450K - $750K

Walkable historic downtown with Light Rail, parks, and diverse housing

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Walkable main streetTransitFamily-friendly

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Families, commuters, those wanting small-town feel with city access

Arvada neighborhood

Arvada

$400K - $700K

Olde Town charm with Light Rail, established neighborhoods, and good price mix

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Walkable coreCommuter-friendlyMixed budgets

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Commuters, families, those wanting suburban feel with urban amenities

Lakewood neighborhood

Lakewood

$400K - $700K

Belmar town center with Light Rail stops and fast foothills access

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Urban-suburbanTransitOutdoor access

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Outdoor enthusiasts, commuters, those wanting urban amenities with nature access

Aurora neighborhood

Aurora

$350K - $650K

Big inventory with DIA/Anschutz access and Cherry Creek Schools

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Schools (Cherry Creek)Airport/medical commuteNewer builds (SE)

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Airport/medical commuters, families focused on schools, those wanting variety

Highlands Ranch neighborhood

Highlands Ranch

$500K - $1M

Master-planned community with pools, trails, rec centers, and strong schools

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Master-plannedFamily amenitiesSchools (Douglas)

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Families with children, those wanting amenities and top schools

Broomfield neighborhood

Broomfield

$500K - $900K

Between Denver/Boulder with excellent schools and open space

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Dual-city commuteSchoolsSuburban calm

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Dual-city commuters, families, those wanting suburban lifestyle with city access

Golden neighborhood

Golden

$600K - $1.2M

True Colorado feel with walkable downtown, trailheads, and mountain views

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Walkable main streetOutdoor lifestylePremium pricing

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Outdoor enthusiasts, those wanting authentic Colorado lifestyle, premium buyers

Parker neighborhood

Parker

$450K - $850K

Newer master-planned neighborhoods with strong schools and community events

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Newer buildsFamily amenitiesSchools (Douglas)

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Families with children, those wanting newer construction and community feel

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