Denver's Historic Neighborhoods

Alamo Placita/Arlington Park – This small area is appealing for its central location. The homes here are smaller but quite charming none the less. The architectural style here are Victorians and bungalows and many have been restored with others in the process.

Baker District - Baker is a charming and quaint neighborhood west of Washington Park.  One of Denver's older neighborhoods, Baker is known for it's historic architecture such as Victorian, Arts & Crafts Bungalow and Row Homes.  There are also some new build opportunites in this Historic Denver Neighborhood.


Bonnie Brae – Bonnie Brae is located from University on the west, to Steele on the East, and from Mississippi to the south to Exposition on the north. Bonnie Brae was Denver’s first modern subdivision, and one of the first things you will notice about the area, is that the streets are not straight north-south and east-west, but curve as they follow the topography of one of Denver’s most sought after area’s. Bonnie Brae’s home’s vary in architecture, but include English Tudors, Cape Cods, 1950 style brick ranches and “Pop-Tops”.

Capitol Hill – Capitol Hill is an eclectic and diverse neighborhood. Originally there were many large and ornate mansions built by and lived in by some of Denver's more noteworthy residents such as the infamous Molly Brown whose home on Pennsylvania is now a museum.   Unfortunately, before preserving Denver’s historical architecture was considered important, many of these grand old mansions were torn down, and high-rise and mid-rise apartments replaced them. Capitol Hill is bordered by 6^th Avenue to the south, and Colfax to the North, and Broadway to the west and Downing to the east.

Cheesman Park - Cheesman Park is in the heart of Denver, nestled between downtown Denver and Cherry Creek. Named after Denver pioneer Walter Cheesman, Cheesman Park has a rich and colorful history. This lovely, gracious neighborhood is situated directly next to the Botanic Gardens. Here, you will find architecture primarily from the turn of the last century.

Cherry Creek – This upscale neighborhood is located just north of the very popular Cherry Creek Mall. This area is mixed use, so you will find residential and commercial property in close proximity to one another. There are condos, townhomes and single family homes all nestled into the area that is bordered by 1^st Avenue to the south, and 6^th Avenue to the north, and University to the west and Colorado to the east. Various events are held throughout the year including a local farmer's market (during the spring and summer), the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, the Taste of Cherry Creek, the Cherry Creek Sneak and the Films on Fillmore.
  

City Park  – This neighborhood is named for the park modeled after New York's Central Park. There is a golf course to the north of the park, and the park itself includes the Denver Zoo, the Museum of Nature and Science, a lake with paddle boats, and a jazz concert series each summer. There are many stately old Denver Squares and bungalows that were built in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s. This area has experienced a revitalization that continues on today. City Park is bordered by Colfax to the south, and 26^th to the north, Colorado to the east and York to the west.

 

 Congress Park - The park after which the area is named, anchors this neighborhood. It is located directly north of Cherry Creek. It’s borders are York Street to the west, Colorado Boulevard to the east, 6th Ave to the South and Colfax Ave to the north. Denver Squares, Bungalows, Mission style, Art Deco and Victorians are some of the diverse mix of architecture you will find in Congress Park.

Country Club North – As the name would indicate, this area sits just north of the Country Club area and has smaller homes and lots, but is no less charming and still highly sought after with its proximity to both Cherry Creek and Downtown Denver.

Curtis Park – Located to the northeast of downtown, this historic area is bordered by 23th to the south, and 33^rd to the north, Curtis to the east and California to the west. Curtis Park includes several sub-areas such as Clements, San Rafael and Glenarm Place. Gorgeous historic architecture can be found here including Queen Anne, Victorian and Italianate homes.

Denver Country Club - Bordered by 6th Avenue to the north and 1st Avenue to the south, York St to the east and Downing to the west.  Country Club development started at the beginning of the last century.  Huge lots with large, beautiful homes grace this lovely area.  Architectural styles include Colonial, French Chateau, Tudor, Georgian, Denver Square, Victorian and large Bungalows.  Named for the Denver Country Club to the south, the original entrance to the club can be seen at 4th and Franklin.

East Park Hill – Located from Monaco on the west to Quebec on the east, this neighborhood consists of predominantly 50’s style ranch homes.


Highland (Potter Highland) – Located northwest of downtown Denver, this neighborhood consists of a wide variety of Historic Homes from the turn of the last century.

Lodo (short for Lower Downtown) – Located to the west of the downtown area, previously, this area was filled with old brick warehouses, many of which were run down and sometimes abandoned. In just the last 20 years, this multi use area has become hip, vibrant and sophisticated. Chic, old, urban “brick and beam” lofts are sought after and have become a Denver status symbol.

Mayfair –  Mayfair is a lovely neighborhood of many tudor styled homes that is bordered by 6^th Avenue to the south, Colfax to the north, Colorado to the west, and Monaco to the east. There are several hospitals in close proximity to Mayfair.

Montclair - Montclair’s borders are defined as Monaco to the west, Quebec to the east, 6^th Avenue to the south and Colfax to the north. Montclair is known for a genuine European Castle. Richthofen Castle was built by Baron Walter Von Richthofen, who according to legend was the uncle of the famous flying red baron.

Observatory Park – Located to the east of the University of Denver and bordered by Evans to the north, Yale to the South, University to the west and Colorado to the east, this neighborhood is anchored by the Chamberlins Observatory on east Warren. The homes here are nestled on quiet street lined streets and include many architectural styles.
 

 
Platt Park - Platt Park is south, southwest of Washington Park.  It isn't quite clear whether this neighborhood was named after the Platte River or a Civil War Hero Colonel James Platt.  Either way, this historic neighborhood is rich in history and well loved.  Known for not only it's historic architecture but also for Old South Pearl Street, you will find a wide variety of options in Historic Platt Park.

  

Polo Club – This neighborhood is located just south of the Cherry Creek Shopping area and north of Bonnie Brae between University and Colorado Blvds. The Polo Club is located on the site of an actual former polo field that closed in 1941. Large upscale custom homes on massive lots with manicured lawns can be found in this secluded and well kept area.

University Park – Often used interchangeably with Observatory Park.

Washington Park – One of Denver’s most popular neighborhoods, is named after the 160 acre park that bears the same name. Bordered by Broadway to the west, University to the east, Alameda to the north, and I-25 to the south, homes in this area were in the past predominantly Bungalows. In the past couple of decades, however, “Pop-Tops” have become more common and are now a fixture.

Wash Park – A common “term of endearment” for Washington Park.

Wellshire – This neighborhood, located on the northwest corner of Colorado and Hampden, is nestled behind the golf course that bears the same name. Homes in this area often large ranch style homes built on oversized sprawling lots. Slavens Elementary school one of the highest ranked elementary school’s in the Denver Public School system is a major draw for this predominantly family neighborhood.

Whittier & Cole – Sits adjacent to the City Park neighborhood and the area is often “blended” or combined into City Park.